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Soil pH Calculator

Soil Amendment (Lime / Sulfur)

Calculate how much lime or sulfur to apply to correct your soil pH based on texture and target.

Calculate Your Amendment Rate

Enter your current and target soil pH to find out how much lime or sulfur to apply.

💡 Most lawns thrive at pH 6.0–7.0. If you don't know your current pH, a soil test from your local cooperative extension office is inexpensive and gives precise results.
Amendment Needed
⚠️ These are estimates based on general guidelines. A professional soil test gives the most accurate recommendation. Retest pH in 3–6 months after applying.
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About Soil pH

Soil pH affects how well your grass can absorb nutrients. Even if you fertilize correctly, a poor pH can lock out nutrients. Most turf grasses prefer a pH of 6.0–7.0. Centipedegrass prefers slightly more acidic conditions around 5.5.