Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Does your lawn need lime this spring?

Does your soil need lime? That is the question. The best way to find out is by having your soil tested. To get your soil tested, contact your local cooperative extension office.

The results will mainly indicate fertilizer requirements and soil pH. If the soil pH is out of balance nutrient intake is impaired and it will result a general decline of the plant. If the pH is low (acidic) lime may be needed. Acidic soil is also known as "sour" soil and lime is added to "sweeten" it. If your soil pH

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