How Do You Test The PH Level Of Garden Soil?
Testing the pH level of garden soil is an important step to maintaining a healthy garden, even if it has been successful for many years. PH levels range from 1 to 14, and most plants grow well in the middle of that range from a 6.0 to 7.0. PH levels also affect the nutrients that a plant receives, and those levels can change over time. Here are some helpful suggestions to test the pH level of garden soil. Make soil testing a part of your routine gardening at least every 3 years or when you are having difficulty with plant health. Testing and making the necessary adjustments will improve the health, size and quality of your plants and vegetables. Test the soil in potted houseplants, too. The pH levels can change in these as well, preventing nutrients from getting to the plant. Pick up a handful of soil. Soil is usually composed of clay and sand. If it is moist and dark in color and does not fall through your fingers easily, then it most likely has a good balance between the clay and san
