HiYield 5# Hydrated Lime Horticultural

Hi-Yield Horticultural Hydrated Lime is a versatile and powerful soil amendment designed to optimize the growing environment for your plants. Whether you’re a home gardener or a professional landscaper, this premium-grade product delivers multiple benefits, from correcting soil acidity to improving soil structure and promoting healthier root development. 

With its added ability to control odor and manage pests in stables and outhouses, Hi-Yield Hydrated Lime is a must-have tool for anyone aiming to maintain a healthy, productive garden or agricultural space.

Key Features

Hi-Yield Hydrated Lime is a powerful and versatile soil amendment designed to improve the health and productivity of your garden or lawn. By neutralizing soil acidity, improving structure, and supplying essential calcium, it creates optimal conditions for plant growth and vitality. Additionally, its multipurpose utility makes it a practical choice for both gardening and maintaining cleaner environments in agricultural settings.

Corrects Soil Acidity

• Neutralizes acidic soils by raising pH levels, creating a more favorable environment for plant growth.
• Reduces soil toxicity, making essential nutrients like phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium more accessible to plants.

Improves Soil Structure

• Loosens heavy clay soils, enhancing aeration and drainage.
• Encourages better root penetration and water infiltration, supporting robust plant development.

Provides Calcium for Plant and Microbial Growth

• Supplies essential calcium, a vital nutrient for strong cell walls, healthy roots, and improved plant vigor.
• Boosts soil microbial activity, which aids in organic matter decomposition and nutrient cycling.

Multipurpose Utility

• Effective for controlling odors and deterring flies in stables, barns, and outhouses, promoting cleaner environments.
• Ideal for use in lawns, gardens, flower beds, and agricultural fields.

Practical Application Process

• Easy to spread and mix into the soil, making it convenient for both large-scale and small-scale applications.
• Comes in a manageable 5-pound package, perfect for home and commercial use.

Benefits of Using Hi-Yield Hydrated Lime

There are certain benefits of using Hi-Yield Hydrated Lime. Some of them are:

• Optimized Soil Conditions: By balancing soil pH, hydrated lime ensures that plants can absorb nutrients efficiently. This is especially beneficial for acid-sensitive crops like vegetables, fruits, and flowers.
• Enhanced Plant Growth: Improved pH levels and calcium availability promote healthier foliage, stronger stems, and more vibrant blooms. Crops grow faster and more uniformly in nutrient-rich, well-structured soil.
• Better Soil Aeration and Drainage: Heavy clay soils can impede root growth and water movement. Hi-Yield Hydrated Lime breaks up compacted soils, allowing roots to expand and absorb nutrients effectively.
• Pest and Odor Management: Beyond gardening, this product helps manage odors and deter pests like flies, making it useful in animal enclosures and outdoor sanitation settings.
• Eco-Friendly Solution: As a natural soil amendment, hydrated lime improves soil health without introducing synthetic chemicals, supporting sustainable gardening and farming practices.

How to Use Hi-Yield Hydrated Lime

Soil Testing

• Test your soil's pH to determine the appropriate amount of lime to apply. Most plants prefer a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
• Over-limiting can harm plants, so application rates should be based on soil test results.

Application Rates

• For acidic soils, apply 2–5 pounds per 100 square feet, depending on the level of acidity.
• For clay soils, spread evenly and incorporate into the top 6 inches of soil to improve structure and drainage.

Timing

• Apply in the fall or early spring for best results, giving the lime time to adjust soil pH before the growing season.
• Reapply as needed based on soil pH tests, typically every 1–3 years.

Odor Control and Pest Management

• Sprinkle hydrated lime around stables, outhouses, or compost piles to neutralize odors and deter flies.

Applications for Hi-Yield Hydrated Lime

• Home Gardens: Ideal for vegetable gardens, flower beds, and ornamental plantings that require balanced soil pH and improved nutrient availability.
• Lawns: Helps neutralize acidic soils caused by acid rain or excessive fertilization, promoting lush, green grass.
• Agricultural Fields: Improves the productivity of crops like alfalfa, corn, and wheat by improving soil conditions and nutrient availability.
• Animal Enclosures and Sanitation: Controls odors and pests in barns, stables, and outhouses, creating a cleaner and more hygienic environment.

Why Choose Hydrated Lime?

It’s important to note why choosing Hi-Yield Hydrated Lime is advantageous:

• High-Quality Composition: Made with premium-grade materials to ensure effectiveness and safety.
• Versatile and Multi-Functional: Serves as both a soil amendment and a pest/odor control solution, making it an all-in-one product for gardening and sanitation needs.
• Proven Performance: Trusted by gardeners, landscapers, and agricultural professionals for its reliability and results.
• Easy to Use: Comes in a manageable 5-pound size, suitable for both small-scale gardens and larger applications.

Tips for Best Results

• Incorporate Evenly: Work lime into the soil thoroughly to ensure consistent pH adjustment and calcium distribution.
• Water After Application: Water the treated area to help the lime integrate into the soil and activate its benefits.
• Avoid Overuse: Excessive lime can lead to overly alkaline soil, which can be harmful to plants. Always follow recommended application rates.
• Complement with Organic Matter: Pair hydrated lime with compost or organic fertilizers to create a nutrient-rich environment for plants.

Environmental and Safety Considerations

• Safe Use: While generally safe, avoid inhaling lime dust or allowing it to come into direct contact with skin or eyes. Use gloves and a mask during application.
• Storage: Keep in a dry, cool place away from moisture to preserve effectiveness.
• Eco-Friendly: A natural product that supports sustainable gardening and farming practices.