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Fri, Sep 12, 14 at 22:21
| Is there any reason not to apply elemental sulfur for blueberry plants in fall? I thought it would be better in fall than in spring so that bacteria can work on them as soon as the temperature warms up without wasting time. Any advantages or disadvantages? |
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| I don't see any disadvantage and it will get you a head start on lowering pH. Aren't you in a pretty warm area? If so your bacteria might have another two months of decent soil temperatures. I just added some to pots in my greenhouse. Don't really expect to see much until next yr but it will be a start. |
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| It is my understanding that elemental sulfur takes up to six months to lower the pH. I would add it now and allow it to break down before the berries bloom. Additionally, I would add pine mulch to the soil ( I use up to 40% pine bark mulch and/or ground pine needles in my planting beds). This helps keep the pH regulated at a significantly low enough level (I shoot for 5.5 to 6.0). Last year I worked hard at maintain a pH of 5.8 and had my best yield of the tastiest blueberries I have ever eaten. They were so good, I didn't give any away. |
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