To help your grass make the most of the soil it’s planted in, there needs to be a healthy pH level. This number indicates the relative acidity or alkalinity that makes up your soil. If that number is too high or low, it has big implications for plant health and growth because it limits the essential minerals that are available for roots to absorb. The good news is that if your soil pH is off, Lawn Doctor of Charleston can help with pH balancing lawn treatments offered to customers in the Summerville, Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, and West Ashley areas.
So what causes an issue with pH? If your soil pH is too high or low, it could be due to any number factors. Rainfall rates can impact pH, as can fertilizers. Organic matter in the soil, like pine needles, can also affect levels. If there is a problem, you’ll see it with a sudden growth of moss, wilting and weak-looking grass, and an influx of weeds and diseases.
What can you do if you suspect a pH problem? Connect with the lawn treatment team trusted all over the Summerville area: Lawn Doctor of Charleston. With our pH balancing services, we’ll test your soil in several areas to get the clearest picture of your pH level. The right range for local lawns is between 6.0 and 7.0. If your soil pH is outside of that, we can amend it with a lime application when soil is too acidic or a sulfur mixture when it’s too alkaline.
How does balancing benefit your lawn? The amount of time it takes to raise or lower the level depends on the original pH reading. However, once your soil conditions are better balanced, your lawn will experience a variety of advantages. With the right blend of essential nutrients and minerals now ready for uptake, you can expect to see:
- Better growth and color
- Fewer weeds and pests
- Less surface thatch
- More efficient use of fertilizer
The Summerville Area’s Choice for Guaranteed Lawn Treatment
Your lawn pH level matters to the health of your lawn. If you’d like professional help testing and balancing it, call in Lawn Doctor of Charleston. Our pH balancing services, along with other lawn treatments, are available all over the local area. Each one is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you’re not happy, neither are we and we will make it right.
Book your free estimate today by calling (843) 873-5711. Lawn Doctor of Charleston’s pH balancing services and other lawn treatments are available to homeowners and businesses in Summerville, West Ashley, Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, and the surrounding communities in SC.
