Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
Smoothie Garden Solution
Wood ash is a quick fix for acidic soil. It will neutralize the soil in a
few weeks, whereas limestone can take up to six months to do the
same job. It is important to thoroughly till the wood ash into the
soil in the fall. Use one and a quarter pounds of wood ash for every
one pound of lime recommended.
If you are a novice gardener, be patient with yourself. It takes
practice and a lot of knowledge to diagnose a problem in your
garden. It is often a process of trial and error, even for a seasoned
gardener. Having healthy, fertile garden soil goes a long way to hav-
ing healthy vegetable plants, so concentrate your energy there if
you're in doubt.
Signs of Nutrient Deficiency in the Soil
Vegetable plants need fertile soil to grow well. The three main nutri-
ents your vegetable plants need are nitrogen, phosphorus, and
potassium. The following table identifies nine additional micronutri-
ents your vegetable plants need. Problems with your vegetable
plants can alert you and help you identify soil deficiencies and other
concerns.
