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alkalinity is a any pH above 7. plants grow ideally in a slightly acidic pH, usually around 6.5. so the soil you have isn't acidic enough for your plants to thrive in.
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What causes leaf curl?
A general answer ( since you did not specify what plant ) is insect damage, drought, or soil is too alkaline.
Can too much soil affect plant growth?
Yes and no. Because if you do not have enough soil, the roots won't be able to spread out. So you will need the right amount of soil. Also, nutrients and water are stored for the plant's use in the soil, and so too little soil can result in inadequate amounts of both for the plant.
What type of chemical can be added if soil is too alkaline?
Compost can be added.Compost consists of rotting plant material such as leaves and vegetables. The plants decompose to give off carbon dioxide gas. Some of this gas dissolves in water to form carbonic acid that reduces the alkalinity of the soil.
What is soil alkalinity?
All soil has a particular chemical composition that is based on environment. Any soil sample can be measured for acidity or alkalinity (low PH or high PH respectively). This is an important measurement because each plant has a specific range where it can grow. Some need acidic soil. Some need neutral soil. Some need basic (alkaline) soil.
What happens when you water the plant with milk without soil?
the plant grows but not too well
Can you give a plant too much soil?
i think so
Will wood ashes hurt red worms?
It depends on how much you use. Red worms do best in neutral soil that's neither too acidic, nor too alkaline. Wood ashes are alkalizing, so if they're added to an acidic soil, they bring it closer to neutral and make it more hospitable for red worms. If you add too much, or add them to an already alkaline soil, worms will move to soil with a more comfortable pH range.
Do you need to compress soil when planting perrenials?
When planting any plant you need to compress the soil around the plant. Not too much just enough so the plant cannot be pulled out (or blown out)of the soil easily.
What might happen to the soil when the plant population becomes too dense?
There are negative consequences for soil when the plant population becomes too dense. Because so many plants will have lots of roots, they will suck all the water and nutrients out of the soil.
What doesn't the soil provide the plant with?
[1] Soil doesn't provide light, which is needed for photosynthesis. [2] It may not provide the proper acidic, neutral or alkaline pH. Most plants like the neutral range of 6.0-6.5. Below that can be too acidic for most plants, above that too alkaline. If the pH is off, soil can't self-correct. It needs intervention by gardeners and growers, in the form of lime or sulfur treatments to respectively raise or lower pH. [3] It won't be the source of pollinators for those plants that don't pollinate with the help of beetles and other soil life.
Does acidic soil affect germination of seeds?
Yes. If the soil is too acidic it can kill the seed. It depends on the type of seed and where it was originally meant to grow. Some plants like alkaline soil and some like base soil.
Dose Salinity Affect A House Plant's Growth?
Yes, if the soil has too large of a salt concentration, then the plant will not be able to absorb water or nutrients from the soil.
