Neutral: In gardening, refers to soil pH that is neither acidic nor alkaline, typically around 7.0.
When we talk about soil pH, we talk about how acidic or alkaline it is. A pH of 7.0 is considered neutral, meaning it’s neither acidic nor alkaline. This is important because most plants thrive in a slightly acidic to neutral soil pH range. When the pH is too far off in either direction, plants can have trouble absorbing essential nutrients, even if those nutrients are present in the soil.
Think of it like this: if the soil’s pH is off, the plant’s digestive system isn’t working correctly. It can’t get the “food” it needs, even if it’s there. Testing your soil pH is a good way to know if it’s in the ideal range for your plants. If not, you can amend the soil to adjust the pH and make it more suitable for your garden.
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