pH

Know the pH of your soil with a homemade and practical method 🌱👨‍🌾

Soil pH is crucial for plant growth as it affects nutrient availability. Next, I explain how to perform a simple test at home:

Steps to measure soil pH:

✅ 1. Sample collection:

Take small portions of soil from different areas of your garden or land. Mix the samples to obtain a representative result.

✅ 2. Test preparation:

Divide the collected soil into two small containers. Add a teaspoon of baking soda to a container and mix it with a little water.

✅ 3. Try vinegar:

In the second container, pour a small amount of white vinegar over the soil.

✅ 4. Observe the reactions:

➡️ If the container with baking soda bubbles, the soil is acidic (low pH).

➡️ If the container with vinegar bubbles, the soil is alkaline (high pH).

✅ 5. Results and interpretation:

➡️ If there is no bubbling in any of the containers, the soil is probably neutral (pH close to 7).

➡️ This method is indicative, not exact. For accurate measurements, use a pH kit or take samples to a lab.

✅ Importance of soil pH:

🌱Acid (low pH): Limits the availability of nutrients such as calcium and magnesium.

🌱Alkaline (high pH): Reduces the absorption of micronutrients such as iron and zinc.

🌱Neutral (pH 6.5-7): It is ideal for most plants, as it favors the availability of nutrients.