How to get my soil alkaline FAST

My asparagus beds are getting too acid and Dolomite seems to take forever to work its' way down (especially in a drought!!!)...does anyone have any way to get the soil alkaline more quickly? Our base soil is on the acid side, and I did dig in Dolomite when I planted them, but have been fertilizing with highish N which seems to acidify the soil. Any help MOST appreciated!!!!!

carol

Wood ash would raise your pH rapidly, I think. I'm not sure what nasty salts you'd end up with, though.

Good Idea...thanks

If you decide to use a little bit of ash, be sure it's actual wood ash. Ashes from plastics, charcoal briquettes, and those chemical-impregnated fireplace logs are horrible for your soil.

Background on adding ashes to your soil: http://davesgarden.com/tools/tags/tag.php?tag=ashes

This post appears to have info on how much ash to use: http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/p.php?pid=4543214

This message was edited Jan 29, 2010 1:55 PM

AlohaHoya, I think the best solution is for us to trade. My soil is way too alkaline. I will come see you and just bring soil---no clothes, and you can do the same. LOL

Donna

Donna - too funny!!!!!

Move to Phoenix! We have more akaline soil then we know what to do with. Just thought I'd help...

Jeanine