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alkaline soil

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alkaline soil [′al·kə‚līn ′sȯil]
(geology)
Soil containing soluble salts of magnesium, sodium, or the like, and having a pH value between 7.3 and 8.5.
alkaline soil
Soil containing soluble salts of magnesium, sodium, or the like, and having a pH value of between 7.3 and 8.5.
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They prefer a slightly alkaline soil so you may need to apply garden lime to gradually raise the pH level.
Good enough to eat by The Journal (Newcastle, England)
They prefer a slightly alkaline soil so you may need to apply garden lime over winter to gradually raise the pH level.
GOOD ENOUGH TO EAT by Evening Chronicle (Newcastle, England)
Similarly, most are tolerant of acidic or alkaline soils provided there's enough soil to allow them to get their roots down.
Green LIVING; Gardening by The Mirror (London, England)
 
 
 
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