lowering soil pH
[ˈloʊərɪŋ ˈsoɪl piː eɪtʃ]
verb phrase / noun phrase
redução do pH do solo / acidificação do solo
1. The process of decreasing the pH level of soil, making it more acidic (pH below 7.0)
Lowering soil pH can improve nutrient availability for acid-loving plants like blueberries.
A redução do pH do solo pode melhorar a disponibilidade de nutrientes para plantas que preferem solos ácidos, como os mirtilo.
2. Agricultural or horticultural practice of applying amendments to decrease soil alkalinity
The farmer is lowering soil pH by adding sulfur to the field.
O agricultor está reduzindo o pH do solo adicionando enxofre ao campo.
This term is primarily used in agricultural, horticultural, and scientific contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, soil pH management is particularly important given the country's tropical climate and acidic soils in many regions. American gardeners often use this practice for growing native acidophilic plants like azaleas and rhododendrons in naturally alkaline regions.
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