As lawn treatment experts, Lawn Doctor of Columbus-Phenix City knows your soil pH is an important factor in your yard’s health. So if your turf seems temperamental or weak, it could be due to an imbalance. Grass, like all plants, has a preferred pH range and when it’s off, it can lead to a host of problems, but especially with nutrient uptake. As a result, your lawn can become stunted, wilted, yellow, or blighted.
So what’s the perfect pH level? Most plants likely slightly acidic soil around the 6.5 range, but anywhere from 6.0 to 7.0 is generally considered healthy. If your soil pH goes above 7.0, then its alkalinity goes up. Below 6.0 means your soil is too acidic. This range can change throughout the year and is often impacted by the material in the soil, as well as annual rainfall.
What do you do if your pH level is off? If the pH level of your soil is a problem or you suspect it’s off, the lawn care team at Lawn Doctor of Columbus-Phenix City can evaluate it. We will take several soil samples throughout your lawn, about two to three inches into the soil to reach the root zone, so we can accurately analyze it. If your soil pH is too high or low, we can then begin treatments that swing it back into a healthy balance. When the pH is high, we rely on sulfur applications to lower it. When it’s low, lime is used to raise the level.
What’s the benefit of pH balancing? Once the pH level of your soil is back in balance, you can expect your lawn to benefit in many ways. This includes with:
- Better nutrient absorption and a greener, healthier lawn as a result.
- Greater natural defenses against issues with fungus and other lawn diseases.
- Less thatch that builds up on the surface, which can often compress grass and make it more vulnerable to pests and weeds.
Lawn Treatment in Columbus: Learn More About pH Balancing
Keeping your soil balanced is an ongoing effort. If you don’t have the time to monitor it yourself, let the lawn treatment experts at Lawn Doctor of Columbus-Phenix City help. We understand the conditions that can impact pH levels. We also have the equipment and expertise to properly analyze it, as well as the services to get your soil back into the best shape possible.
Learn more about our lawn treatments, like pH balancing, for customers in and around Columbus, Phenix City, Fortson, Hamilton, and the surrounding GA communities. Call (706) 653-8923 today for your free consultation.
