Adjusting Soil pH for Privet Hedge in Acidic Soil

Target pH 6.0–7.0

Privet (Ligustrum) prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. If your soil is below 6.0:

Gypsum (calcium sulfate): Apply per package directions. Improves clay structure without drastic pH shift.
Wood ashes: Light application (5–10 lbs/100 sq ft) raises pH and adds potassium.
Sawdust (aged): Incorporates slowly, buffers acidity.

Spread evenly around hedge drip line. Water in. Retest in 6 months. Avoid lime unless soil test confirms need—privet tolerates slight acidity.

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