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Yes, lime fertilizer can affect small children.

Specifically, lime fertilizer can have irritating effects on people and wildlife. It irritates the skin. Applicators therefore must make sure that treatments are not applied in the presence of children or pets. They also need to be sure to wear proper protective clothing that puts a barrier between the fertilizer and the person's eyes, mouth, nose and skin.

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I recently saw some children playing in a pile of Lime fertilizer is this dangerous?

Yes, lime fertilizer can be harmful if it comes in contact with the skin or is ingested. It can cause skin irritation or burns and can be toxic if ingested. It's important to keep children away from lime fertilizers and ensure they wash their hands thoroughly if they come in contact with it.


Do you fertilize before putting lime on?

This depends on the PH (acidity-alkalinity of your soil), the lime may not be required.There will be some lime in the fertilizer but,if, after a soil test, lime is required, it can be applied at the same time as the fertilizer.


How long after applying lime can you apply fertilizer?

It is generally recommended to wait at least 2-3 months after applying lime before applying fertilizer. This allows the lime to react with the soil and adjust the pH level before introducing other nutrients through fertilizer. Timing may vary based on soil conditions and the specific type of lime and fertilizer being used.


Can you add sulfur and fertilizer to your lawn at the same time?

Yes you can. The lime will not interfere with you application of fertilizer.


What types of trees cannot have lime fertilizer around them?

Trees that grow within a narrow range of acidity or neutrality cannot have lime fertilizer around them.Specifically, lime fertilizer acts to raise the soil pH. Trees that survive within a narrowly defined range of acidity cannot handle fluctuations that may be provoked by lime fertilizer applications. Similarly, trees that require soil pH levels within the neutral range do not respond well to even the slightest alkalinizing of soils.


What sort of fertilizer is sedimentary rock?

The fertiliser lime is the sedimentary rock limestone.


What are the effects of adding lime to fertilizer?

Altering the soil pH is the effect of adding lime to fertilizer.Specifically, lime acts to acidify the soil that is being fertilized. A more acidic soil comes up with a more acidic pH in soil analysis. Acidic pHs fall below the middle, neutral range on a 1-14 pH scale.


When is best time to spread lime in Oklahoma under large trees?

should I spread lime and fertilizer at same time under large trees


Which one uses popularly acidic fertilizer-ammonium sulphate or superphosphate of lime?

Superphosphate of lime is more commonly used as an acidic fertilizer compared to ammonium sulfate. Superphosphate of lime has a lower pH level, which helps in making soil more acidic to improve nutrient availability to plants.


When was fertilizer first used?

Fertilizer was first used by the ancient Romans who tilled their crops and added nitrogen and lime to the soil because they knew it would help grow their plants.


Is lime dangerous to smell?

Inhaling lime dust or fumes can be irritating to the respiratory system and may cause symptoms such as coughing or throat irritation. Prolonged exposure to high levels of lime dust or fumes can lead to more severe health effects. It is best to work in well-ventilated areas and avoid breathing in excessive lime particles.


What are the ill effects of drinking water treated with lime?

acidity