Almost every summer resident has ash in his bins, which is used in spring, summer and autumn.
This is a universal and free fertilizer that helps gardeners year after year. However, there are still situations when it is better to refuse to use ash.
Soil deoxidizer
Plants that like neutral and slightly alkaline soil will definitely be delighted with ash. It can be used with caution for plants that prefer slightly acidic soil. But lovers of acidic soil will not appreciate ash as a fertilizer.
The thing is that ash acts as a soil deoxidizer, making it more alkaline. Sorrel, radish, lingonberry, blackberry, blueberry, bilberry, azalea, hydrangea and a number of other plants like acidic soil, so they will not be happy with ash.
Because of it, at the very least, plant development will slow down, there will be no flowering, and the yield will drop.
General rules for adding ash
1. Ash should be stored in a container so that the fertilizer does not come into contact with soil and water, otherwise the nutrients will go into the ground along with the moisture, leaving behind a useless powder.
2. Experienced gardeners do not recommend adding wood ash and organic matter (manure, compost, cow dung, etc.) at the same time.
3. It is not recommended to mix dolomite flour and ash.
