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Soil Acidity on Long Island: Test Before You Lime

Question: I live in Woodmere, NY, and want to grow tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs. Without a soil test, can I assume the soil is acidic and add lime this spring?

Why You Must Test

In residential areas, there's no way to know soil pH without testing. Most garden centers will check pH for free in about 10 seconds. Alternatively, buy a pH meter for around $20 that lasts years. Don't guess—test.

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