Need A More Acidic Soil? Oak Leaves Might Be Your Solution

As a gardener, it is important to know how to identify trees and shrubs which produce acidic soils. 

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Oak leaves are made up of lignin and cellulose.  These two substances are responsible for the coloration and aroma of an oak tree.

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Do Oak Leaves Make Soil Acidic?

How Does Soil pH Affect Plants?

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There are many aspects to take into consideration when it comes to soil and plant health.  These include the soil pH levels, organic matter content....

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Soil acidity can be controlled in three ways.  These include organic matter, pH (Acid-Base), and micro-organisms.

How To Control Soil Acidity?

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Trees are among the essential living organism that is beneficial to us all.  Oaks are among the oldest trees, with some dating back hundreds of years...

The Advantages And Disadvantages

Pros

Oak trees have been around for hundreds of years. You can use Oak trees as a source of food, medicine. Oak trees are very resistant to fire and insects.

Mulch needs to be reapplied after the first year of planting an oak tree. Oak trees do not easily tolerate poorly drained soil...

Cons

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