The Old Farmer's Almanac 2014 by Old Farmer's Almanac

Author:Old Farmer's Almanac
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Publisher: OFA

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Soil Matters

All vegetables need nutrients to thrive and produce the results that we like to eat.

Test your soil. Results will reveal its pH, phosphorus, lime, potassium, soluble salts, soil texture, and more. However, a general test will not reveal insects, diseases, or chemical residues.

Achieve the proper soil pH. A very high or very low soil pH may result in plant nutrient deficiency or toxicity. A pH value of 7 is neutral; microbial activity is greatest and plant roots absorb/access nutrients best when the pH is in the 5.5 to 7 range.

Add organic matter to your soil. It improves structure, slowly releases nutrients, and increases beneficial microbial activity. (Note: It is virtually impossible to know the nutrient content of aged manure.)

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