{"id":1260,"date":"2018-06-05T12:33:46","date_gmt":"2018-06-05T12:33:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/benton-ar\/?p=1260"},"modified":"2018-06-05T12:33:46","modified_gmt":"2018-06-05T12:33:46","slug":"lawn-treatment-benton-ph-balancing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/benton-ar\/lawn-treatment-benton-ph-balancing\/","title":{"rendered":"Lawn Treatment in Benton: What is pH Balancing?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When your lawn is showing signs of weak growth or poor color, you might chalk it up to diseases or weeds. But in reality, it could be a problem below your soil&#8217;s surface with the pH level. The good news is that with Lawn Doctor of Benton-Bryant&#8217;s pH testing and balancing lawn treatments \u2013 designed for Benton and\u00a0Bryant, AR-area homeowners \u2013\u00a0we can check your soil and get it back into balance.<\/p>\n<p>So why is pH so critical to lawn health? When levels are off \u2013 either too acidic or alkaline \u2013 it impacts how grass roots absorb nutrients. In fact, minerals from the soil, such as nitrogen, magnesium, and potassium, actually become unavailable for plants to take in. As a result, over time, your lawn becomes deficient and more at risk for developing issues with growth, color, and diseases and weeds. That&#8217;s where pH balancing treatments from\u00a0Lawn Doctor of Benton-Bryant can help.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Lawn Treatments: How pH Balancing in the Benton\u00a0Area Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/benton-ar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/216\/2016\/01\/PHbalancingimage.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-107 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/benton-ar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/216\/2016\/01\/PHbalancingimage-300x244.jpg\" alt=\"lawn treatment benton ph balancing infographic\" width=\"300\" height=\"244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/benton-ar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/216\/2016\/01\/PHbalancingimage-300x244.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/benton-ar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/216\/2016\/01\/PHbalancingimage-768x626.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/benton-ar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/216\/2016\/01\/PHbalancingimage-1024x834.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/benton-ar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/216\/2016\/01\/PHbalancingimage.jpg 1381w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>When it comes to pH, it&#8217;s measured on a scale from 1 to 14. One is the most acidic, while 14 is the most basic. The majority of plants grow best in a neutral or slightly acidic environment. However, when it comes to the soil in your lawn, a number between 6.0 and 7.0 is considered healthy.<\/p>\n<p>If you do suspect a problem with soil pH, simply call in Lawn Doctor of Benton-Bryant&#8217;s lawn treatment\u00a0team for testing. We will take a number of small soil samples from around your yard and evaluate the results. If there is a problem, we can deliver amendments to restore balance. If soil is too acidic, a treatment of lime can raise alkalinity. If it&#8217;s too basic, sulfur and water will increase acidity.<\/p>\n<p>Wherever your soil falls on the pH range, making sure it&#8217;s balanced and healthy will offer a variety of benefits, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Less surface thatch<\/li>\n<li>More efficient use of fertilizer due to\u00a0increased absorption of key nutrients from the soil<\/li>\n<li>Stronger resistance to issues with weeds and pests<\/li>\n<li>Enhanced soil quality that leads to a stronger lawn overall<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Lawn Doctor of Benton-Bryant:\u00a0Get Started with Our Lawn Treatments\u00a0Today<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Any number of variables can affect your soil pH, including rainfall rates, fertilizer applications, topography, and activity within the soil. It can therefore change from season to season, which is why it&#8217;s always a good idea to have it checked by professionals on a regular basis. At\u00a0Lawn Doctor of Benton-Bryant, we make the testing and treatment\u00a0process as easy and convenient as possible for you. As a result, you can ensure your soil is well-balanced and in great shape to support greener, more vigorous growth.<\/p>\n<p data-qtag-num=\"Q100001050\"><strong>Call Lawn Doctor of Benton-Bryant AR today at\u00a0(501) 315-7775 to learn more and get a free estimate on\u00a0our pH balancing lawn treatments.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When your lawn is showing signs of weak growth or poor color, you might chalk it up to diseases or weeds. But in reality, it could be a problem below your soil&#8217;s surface with the pH level. 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