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Miguel wrote at 2008-06-03 12:57:42
Although this is fairly old this provided information is somewhat inaccurate. Adding sulfur to the soil will not make it more alkaline but in fact to the complete opposite. Sulfur is used to LOWER the soil ph thus making it more acidic. Dolomitic limestone will do the trick just fine..just takes a few months to work.

Catherine Y wrote at 2010-09-26 17:33:33
Sulfur makes soils more acidic, not more alkaline. Lime and wood ash are the principal treatments to decrease acidity. Gypsum does not have a significant effect on soil pH, except to the extent that it leaches out salt (and some minerals). Gypsum has several beneficial effects (many rose and tomato growers swear by it), but it's mainly used as an amendment to loosen clay soils and reduce salt levels in marine environments.  

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Frank and Vicky Giannangelo

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We will research and answer all questions about organic gardening, soil building, square foot gardening, composting, mulching, planting techniques, sustainable gardening, sustainability, garden design, and how to create a simple reflection pool to attract birds and wildlife. Over the years we have learned that plants respond to the garden's aesthetics, soil conditions, and the attitude of the gardener. The healthier the soil and soul, the healthier the plants become, and are therefore more able to resist insect attacks.

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40 years experience in private and professional organic gardening, creating formal gardens, giving organic gardening workshops, and sharing our insights, both in the Southwest and the Northwest.

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"Growing with the Seasons" a book by Frank and Vicky Giannangelo about their adventures in organic gardening, community, sustainability, and personal growth. Avant-Gardening Tid-Bytes, an online newsletter we published monthly from 2001-2008. The articles are archived on our website.

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We both have BA degrees. Vicky from the University of Washington, and Frank from the University of Arizona. We have learned by experience, the best teacher...!

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NM Book Awards. Second place for "Growing with the Seasons" a book by Frank and Vicky Giannangelo about their adventures in organic gardening, community, sustainability, and personal growth.

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We are now back in WA state, creating organic display gardens on San Juan Island, WA and will be open to the public for produce, cut flowers, and culinary herbs. Seasonal.

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