Soil pH is an indication of the level of acidity or alkalinity present in soil measured in pH units. Technically defined soil pH is the negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion concentration. The pH scale goes from 0 to 14 where 7 is considered neutral pH, below 7 (7-0) the soil is becoming more acidic and…
Nutritional Network There are essential elements for plant growth and success, in addition to sunlight, oxygen, carbon dioxide, soil and water they also require mineral nutrients. These nutrients are normally absorbed from the soil, but not all soils are mineral rich or they may not contain the needed quantities. There are 14 mineral nutrients required for…
Effects of Enrichment All trees and shrubs can benefit from fertilization at some point in their life cycle, however, given the amount of stress that fruit trees face during a growing season, they may benefit greatly from a proper feeding. Fertilizer needs to be applied in the correct amount and the right formulation so as not to…
