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Soils in California typically range from pH 5 (acidic) to 8.5 (alkalline). Most plants do best when the soil pH is slightly acidic to neutral (pH 5.5 to 7.5) because absorption of minerals can occur in this pH range.
Fertilizers affect plant growth directly by improving the supply of available nutrients in the soil. Amendments, on the other hand, influence plant growth indirectly by improving the soil’s physical properties (e.g., soil tilth, water infiltration, etc.) or chemical properties (e.g. pH, salinity, etc.).
15 mar 2021 · Loamy Soil. Loamy soil is often referred to as a gardener’s best friend. This California soil is a combination of sand, silt, and clay, and is highly fertile. The clay and silt particles in the soil improve moisture retention. The sand, on the other hand, minimizes compaction and improves drainage.
A FERTILIZER is a material added to the environment around the plant that directly impacts the plant, providing it with specific nutrients. AN AMENDMENT is a material mixed into the soil that indirectly aids plant growth by improving the condition of the soil like its structure or texture, water retention, or microbial activity.
It’s important to understand how to nurture and feed soil (covered above in Soil, Compost, Mulch). Nutrition for plants can be added with fertilizers and amendments, and this section addresses what they are and how to use them.
A fertilizer is any substance that is added to the soil, sprayed on the aerial part of plants, or applied as a coating on seeds to supply one or more plant nutrients. Plant nutrients are broadly defined as chemical elements or compounds that are necessary for the growth and reproduction of a plant.
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