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Baking Soda for Acidic Soil

Misanthropestarted grow question 4y ago

How much baking soda should I add to my water to correct acidic soil? Ph meter reads between 5 and 6. I cant afford prepared solutions (but am not opposed to chemicals) so any other DIY remedies would be welcome too

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theWillyanswered grow question 4y ago

Look into dolomitic lime. It's full of calcium and magnesium. Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) can add too much sodium to your soil.

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Hempy_The_Kidanswered grow question 4y ago

Dolomite lime will help balance your PH.

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MrStinkyanswered grow question 4y ago

You would be better off just with an organic pH controller like biobizz which you could probably get a 250ml bottle for about Mixing powders and potions can mess with your substrate, sometimes the easy way out is the best way out.

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theWillyanswered grow question 4y ago

Look up Down to Earth brand dolomite lime. It's organic. They have a full lineup of great products.

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