I just got a yard of "compost" from the local nursery. I appears the PH is 8.% ! How do I lower the PH on a yard(truckload) of soil?
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I wouod just load in the desired pH in this (see link) and spray/soak the entire truckload Hudson 2100 Hose End 26 oz Sprayer
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I can't say what the "correct" way is but I would mix up a solution of lower ph and then spray it on the compost.
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I wouod just load in the desired pH in this (see link) and spray/soak the entire truckload www.amazon.com/Hudson-2100-Hose-End-Sprayer/dp/B003ARTX80
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No you cant push it directly in the soil. To ph soil, you would need to mix your soil in some neutral ph solution or ph'd water, then use your device to measure the ph.
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When you have nice compost. :) I have to say I am not impressed with the compost making ability as I have not gotten any! Switching back to my composting on the ground.
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It does reduce soil pH, however you should not use it on a vegetable garden. The combination of aluminum and low pH can create a toxic environment for plants as aluminum is much more readily available to plants at a low pH. If you are using it on trees or shrubs, there should be no problem.
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I usually fill the pot with potting soil mix and compost up to about 1 or 2 inches from the top. You can just plant the tomato in the middle, maybe just allow the soil to slightly cover the soil line of the previous potting. If there was a lot of root circling the bottom of the previous container or be sure to trim the roots a little when you plant it.
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Raising or lowering the pH will depend on what your current pH is. This unit removes dissolved solids and other impurities to the 0-15 ppm level and brings the pH towards around 7.0, (usually closer to 6.8), but, again it depends on your local water. In theory, if you pH is above 7, it should lower it, if below 6.8, it should raise it. (I wish I lived in Theory! Everything works better there!) I recommend getting a handheld pH meter (available for under $50) and checking it, but with the water in Valparaiso, IN, the pH comes down by about 0.2 to about 7.4, so I have to add a few drops/gallon of sulfuric acid to complete the job, which is OK since we are also a little low in sulfur in the dirt around here. Raising or lowering the pH will depend on what your current pH is. This unit removes dissolved solids and other impurities to the 0-15 ppm level and brings the pH towards around 7.0, (usually closer to 6.8), but, again it depends on your local water. In theory, if you pH is above 7, it should lower it, if below 6.8, it should raise it. (I wish I lived in Theory! Everything works better there!) I recommend getting a handheld pH meter (available for under $50) and checking it, but with the water in Valparaiso, IN, the pH comes down by about 0.2 to about 7.4, so I have to add a few... » Read More Raising or lowering the pH will depend on what your current pH is. This unit removes dissolved solids and other impurities to the 0-15 ppm level and brings the pH towards around 7.0, (usually closer to 6.8), but, again it depends on your local water. In theory, if you pH is above 7, it should lower it, if below 6.8, it should raise it. (I wish I lived in Theory! Everything works better there!) I recommend getting a handheld pH meter (available for under $50) and checking it, but with the water in Valparaiso, IN, the pH comes down by about 0.2 to about 7.4, so I have to add a few drops/gallon of sulfuric acid to complete the job, which is OK since we are also a little low in sulfur in the dirt around here. « Show Less
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Just regular soil. You can get some soil out of the yard or just buy some. No specific steps. Just plant it in the pot with the soil and water.
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I generally use it as an amendment to my soil and sprinkle a little(tsp or 2) into the hole for all transplants. This year I mixed it with green sand and everything seems very happy.I only use it in the Spring and for starters. Seems to be water soluble, would probably work good in a fertilizer tea.
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We used a large bag of Mircle-Gro potting soil that we picked up at Costco. I think it took two bag, but I don't remember. I also mixed in some alfala meal, bone meal, blood meal, and manure, that may have been overkill, but it seems to work. The only mistake I made was not realizing that onions don't want all of that fertilizer, and I may need to plant them in another location.
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You can order PH calibration solutions from Amazon or you can go to a quality Garden store that sells PH calibration solutions for soil testing and hydroponic gardening.
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I have owned this product since early spring and used it throughout the summer. A couple of weeks ago, I took out my spring/ summer plants and emptied it completely. Then, I put all new soil in so I could plant a mum and some pansies. In other words, this information is fresh in my mind. I bought a 2 cu ft bag of Miracle Grow's Garden Soil, and used ALMOST the entire bag. I had just enough left over to fill a couple of pots. So, my answer is that this requires a little less than 2 cu. ft. Hope that helps!
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This is just my two cents worth. I suppose if you use enough of it, the pH of the soil could be raised. I base this on the fact that I use sea salt in my Cichlid fish tank to help raise the pH. However, since decomposing organic matter (like leaves and other composting matter) and many fertilizers lower the pH of the soil, it seems to me that the tendency of sea salt (such as Sea-90) to raise the pH cannot be a bad thing, assuming that you fertilize and include compost material in your garden.
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I'm new to composting too. From what I've read you build a pile, let it heat & cure for a few weeks, then take it apart & start over using a portion of the compost from the cured batch to help start a new batch. Lots of info on the internet on how to do this.
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ph 6.5-7.5 average, the decay will change to more acidic, it can be soil tested
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I alternated it with organic fertilizer and it seemed to work well. I don't think it's for acid loving plants. I am sold on it, though. It really made a difference in my vegetable garden last year.
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Just turn the compost every few weeks. Shouldn't be a problem. Check your ratio of brown material to green.
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ph level and if you do your research certain plants grow better in higher or lower ph level so you can plant what is best for your soil or raise or lower the ph for what you want to grow. this really makes a difference in production of the plants