Acidic soil is a common problem for lawns in South Dakota and is when its pH level is too low. When this happens, it can inhibit your lawn's ability to intake vital nutrients and stay healthy. Signs of acidic soil include yellow grass, weed infestations, moss present on your turf, and more. If you're noticing any of these indications, you'll want to get on top of it as soon as possible to prevent the issue from worsening. The best way to balance the soil's pH again is by scheduling a soil conditioner treatment. This treatment will effectively amend the acidic levels and improve your lawn's nutrient uptake so it can be at its healthiest again in no time!

What does it mean if your lawn's soil is acidic?

When your soil is acidic, it indicates that the pH level is below the ideal range for optimal health, which can cause your lawn to struggle. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with values below 7 considered acidic. Several factors can contribute to soil acidity, including overwatering or heavy rainfall, over-fertilization, and using the wrong type of fertilizer. The acidic nature of the soil affects nutrient availability and uptake by your lawn. Essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium become less accessible in these conditions, leading to nutrient deficiencies and poor growth.

The ideal pH level that your soil should be to maintain a healthy lawn is 6.0 to 7.0.

What are common signs that your lawn's soil is too acidic?

There are several common signs that indicate your lawn's soil is too acidic. One of the most noticeable signs is the appearance of yellow grass. This yellowing can occur despite regular watering and fertilization. Another indication of acidic soil is weed infestation. As your grass struggles, weeds will take advantage of the situation and overrun your turf. Meanwhile, moss growing on your lawn is a tell-tale sign of your soil being too acidic, as it thrives in these conditions. Additionally, if you have been consistently applying fertilizers, but they don't seem to be working, it may be due to the acidic soil interfering with nutrient uptake.

What can you do to address acidic soil?

If you suspect that your soil is too acidic, it is crucial to take corrective measures as soon as possible to prevent your lawn from going much longer without vital nutrients. Because of this, you'll want to schedule a soil conditioner treatment. These treatments contain ingredients that aid in balancing the pH level to improve nutrient uptake and the overall quality of your soil. They will also boost water retention and soil structure, plus increase microbial activity.

Give us a call today to sign up for our comprehensive soil care package!

Is your lawn struggling to stay healthy? If so, we have just the solution you need - our soil care package! At Sharp Lawn Care, we will apply a soil conditioner treatment to balance its pH levels, plus others to get it at its healthiest, including nutrient enhancers, microbial food, and more! This package includes six applications from early spring until early fall to ensure the soil has everything it needs to stay balanced and healthy so your turf can thrive.

Our Sharp Enhancer Package is available to residential and commercial properties, as well as HOAs, in Sioux Falls, SD, and other nearby areas, including Tea and Harrisburg. We also serve those in Sioux City, IA. If you're in the Sioux Falls, SD area, contact us today at (605) 251-6880 to sign up! If you're in Sioux City, IA, you can call us at (712) 253-8024 to get started and set up your lawn for long-standing success.