Tilling the soil helps to break up any large 'clumps' - and allows air and moisture to penetrate deep into it.
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Gardeners till soil to break up compacted soil, improve drainage and aeration, mix in organic matter, and create a better environment for plant roots to grow.
Gardeners treat soil by maintaining its health through practices such as adding organic matter, applying compost or manure, adjusting pH levels, and rotating crops. These steps help enhance soil fertility, structure, and overall quality, supporting plant growth and productivity in the garden.
Farmers and gardeners add limestone, dolomite, or wood ash to acidic soil to raise the pH level. This process helps neutralize the acidity and make the soil more suitable for plant growth.
Most gardeners prefer loamy soil, which is a mix of sand, silt, and clay. This type of soil provides good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient availability for healthy plant growth.
Farmers and gardeners want to neutralize soils to ensure optimal pH levels for plant growth. Soil pH affects nutrient availability and microbial activity in the soil, ultimately impacting plant health and productivity. By neutralizing acidic or alkaline soils, farmers and gardeners can create an ideal growing environment for their crops.
Gardeners, farmers, and agricultural professionals would use a soil thermometer to measure the temperature of the soil for planting, germination, and growth of crops. It helps in determining the ideal time for planting different types of seeds and monitoring soil temperature for optimal plant growth.