How To Test Soil pH

You can learn how to test your soil pH by following these simple instructions. Take a trip to your local garden center. Purchase a soil ph test kit. To analyze your garden soil pH simply follow the directions on the test kit package. Most of these kits are very easy to use. The majority of vegetable plants and flowers grow best in a slightly acidic garden soil with a pH of around 6.5. Some plants such as blueberries and rhododendrons require a slightly more acidic soil. Once you find out what your pH level is you can adjust your soil pH by adding the appropriate amendments.