CEC is the ability of soil to hold and exchange cations (positively charged nutrients). Higher CEC means better nutrient ...

Get pruning. Most deciduous trees and shrubs (those that lose their leaves in autumn), including fruit trees, should be ...

Applying lime not only adds calcium to your soil but also helps to raise soil pH. I love using lime in my garden because it's a simple, effective way to boost calcium levels and adjust soil pH.

The weather is warming up, flowers are starting to pop out of the ground and outdoor vegetable gardening time is here!

The main reasons for a significant pH decrease in a reef tank are either because of too much CO2 (whether in the water or in the air around the aquarium) or low alkalinity. But if you find that the ...

The high soil pH that I see is mostly due to an overapplication of lime. The ideal pH for most vegetable crops is about 6.5-6.8. Lime is used to raise soil pH, or make it more basic. In acidic ...

Leaving Cert Agricultural Science – Higher Level Sample Answers (Biological Properties of Soil) 1. Define the soil microbiome ...

Ensure prolific blooms this summer by fertilizing your hydrangeas the right way. Few summer-blooming shrubs are as iconic as ...