How Do You Test The PH Of Garden Soil Using PH Paper?
Knowing the pH of garden soil is useful when determining where to plant a garden. While most plants prefer a neutral range of pH for soil between 6.5 and 7.5, plants such as blueberries and azaleas grow better in acidic soil with a lower pH range. Once a gardener knows if their soil is acidic or alkaline, they can adjust the soil’s pH with soil amendments. Select a spot in your garden to take soil samples from. Dig a teaspoon of soil from the surface of your garden and place it in a sample jar. Then dig down about 4 inches with your teaspoon and take another teaspoon full of soil. Mix the soil thoroughly. Then add 4 teaspoons of water to the mixture. Dip pH paper into the water and then wait for the paper to change according to the pH. Place a piece of masking tape on the lid of your jar and label the location that your soil came from as well as the pH of the soil. Repeat this process for several more locations throughout your garden to give you an accurate picture of your overall gard
