Learn How to Test Soil pH at Home Without a Testing Kit

Learn How to Test Soil pH at Home

Soil pH heavily affects plant growth. Learn simple ways to check your soil's pH at home without the need to buy expensive kits

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Soil pH is a measurement technique to check if the soil is acidic or alkaline

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You will be needing soil samples, Vinegar and baking soda to test soil pH

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Take two soil samples. Add vinegar in one sample and baking soda in the other.

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Fizz with vinegar indicates alkaline soil Fizz with baking soda indicates acidic soil No fizz indicates neutral pH

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It is advised to test your soil before sowing and during crop cycles. This helps in planning of the fertilizers.

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