Help with Poor Soil

Question

Have very poor soil. High alkaline (8.0), very low nitrogen, phosphorus and potash. What should I do to perk up my soil?

Answer 1

Compost is one of the best ways to enrich poor soil. These articles should help with improving your soil and lowering the alkalinity: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting, https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/what-is-soil-made-of-creating-a-good-garden-planting-soil-type.htm, https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/raise-acid-level-soil.htm