Welcome back to HuwsNursery. Today’s video is a look at how does soil pH actually affect plant growth? We know for most vegetables we should aim for a pH of 6-7.5 for the best growth but I wanted to find out why it is so important? From the research I did I found 5 reasons why a certain soil pH is important for the growth of plants. Below are the list of sources I used and thought I would link them if you would like to find out more:
Sources:
http://www.esf.edu/pubprog/brochure/soilph/soilph.htm
http://pss.uvm.edu/ppp/pubs/oh34.htm (And pH vegetable list)
Sustainable Gardening Book http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sustainable-Gardening-Michael-Lavelle/dp/1847972322/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420738235&sr=8-1&keywords=sustainable+gardening
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About Mycorrhizae: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tdo3wSHVhA
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thanks huw here in Indiana usa we have very alkaline soil. Indiana sits on vast limestone deposits
I appreciated the information very much.
What a great video on how important the pH of our soils are ! I appreciate the reference to @OneYardRevolution | Frugal & Sustainable Organic Gardening and is fungi episode.
that was a great vid I'm looking forward to more
Thank you very much for sharing your videos. Our whole garden was hit with blight last year, very discouraging. I'll start keeping our coffee grounds so we'll have plenty to add, if needed. We'll also go to a nursery for a pH test as you suggested. Here in the eastern part of Canada we don't have a very long growing season but we all try!! Thanks again.
dude good video you.look like Tom Cruise by the way lol
thanks so much for helping me understand Huw! you helped me on my school project debate thing i had on this! you are so helpful! keep doing what your doing!
excellent information and hopefully it will assist me pass my test this morning
just use ph down or up easyer
Very informative thank you . Can you tell from the plants what they are lacking , if you don't have a soil tester
4.5 is not that acidic, (at least only for some plants)
Once 31.35% Hydrocloric acid (muriatic acid) fell in my hand and it took me one minute to notice some pain and that has a pH of like -2 that is not all pure sulfuric acid is way worse it has a pH of -26 that is not like 10 seconds before you feel pain and 2 before your skin becomes yellow for some weeks.
What element is determining the pH of the soil test and how does that help with base saturation levels to balance the soil?
Hey my name Charlie how often should I put horse compost in my garden
Hi Huw, I'm wanting to grow acid loving plants such as azaleas in a separate bed, but am concerned as the peat I've bought says 3.8 to 4.4 on the packet. can I make an ericaceous mix with this for them and is this too acidic? as I read somewhere that even the ericaceous plants will not grow much with this ph. What will I need to add to get best conditions for these kind of plants? Thanks.
I want to know how to plant apple grow well (also about its pH and temperature)
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Thank you very much for this great video! I have featured it here https://www.floriferous-garden.com/gardening-ideas/organic-gardening/how-to-start-an-organic-garden/
Wowww I’m years late for this vid
BEST PH VIDEO ON WEB…..WELL DONE….I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL….PLEASE TEY AND DO MORE…
Hello, All the information in the video is very valuable so, can i please use this for my project in science?
Please reply asap!
Wes Bentley
iv found just water alone will raise ph. in soil to neutral levels.
I add lime to top soil water daily then 2 or 3 times a week ill add vinegar to a 2ltr bottle and feed them.. OMG They love it.
Best Garden iv had in long time practice really does make perfect..
gardens thrive after down pour
try adding vinegar to water test it bit by bit adding more n more as you learn.
instant results.
also try adding peroxide in with it just a cap or 2 and a drop of seaweed literally.
Although important, pH is only one factor responsible for the growth of plants. Very simplified video regarding the growth of plants.
Why does a plant make the pH level change?
Another way to balance soil pH and boost your growth water them with Kangen Water ! See my channel to learn more about this amazing water
Straight & to the point! I LOVE THIS VIDEO!
Where do I find Patric and Stephen's video you referred to about fungi? Thanks
Thank you!!!
Thank lots brother…