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How can I raise the ph

Esmeralda Reitz

8 years ago

I used a meter to test my soil on my garden and Chicago fig and the ph is 2. I’m pretty sure that’s not good what should I do to raise it? I’m new and learning. Please help

thank you

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gardengal48 (PNW Z8/9)
8 years ago
The meter is incorrect :-) Sulphuric acid is barely even that low and there would be nothing growing in your garden with a pH that low. But then those meters are notoriously incorrect anyway unless using one of the $$$ scientific ones.

I'd suspect your pH is pretty much where it needs to be. And you can confirm that with one of the pH test kits sold at nurseries or home improvement stores. Just be sure to use distilled water to test and follow the directions. They are remarkably accurate for the price.
Esmeralda Reitz
Original Author
8 years ago
Thank you so much
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dieseler
8 years ago
Dolomitic limestone is used for raising the PH . The number 2 on the meter is unusually low sure the meter is working properly ?

Anyway a 40# bag if you have the store called tractor supply for a 40 pound bag it is 3.49 also sold at big box stores etc.

Martin

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