How Much Wood Ash Should Be Added to Soil?

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Wood ash can help improve acidic soil and can be used on plants that are more tolerant of alkaline, such as junipers and asparagus. Do not apply wood ash to acid-loving plants or to alkaline soil. Limit ash use to less than 20 pounds per 100 square feet annually.

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