07-08-2008, 04:04 PM
You could take a random sample of all the dirt in a given area, and submit to UH for free sampling, getting an overall view. then as you set your boxes, fertilise each by quantity used per box. All ballpark estimates.
For lime use dolomite, it has magnesium, needed in all soils, doesn't burn and lasts long.
A simple ph test kit is available cheap at any garden store.
For lime use dolomite, it has magnesium, needed in all soils, doesn't burn and lasts long.
A simple ph test kit is available cheap at any garden store.
Gordon J Tilley