Lime when? V - Ask Extension
Through my soil test through MSU, I know my soil needs lime. When should I apply it? Im in Ingham County. Thank you!
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Lime when? V #923141
Asked December 27, 2025, 2:13 PM EST
Through my soil test through MSU, I know my soil needs lime. When should I apply it? Im in Ingham County. Thank you!
Ingham County Michigan
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Hello
Lime should be applied in the amount specified by your soil test in spring or fall. I looked up your tests and they indicate a vegetable garden. You can apply the whole amount of lime to you bare soil in spring before planting and till it in to a depth of 6 inches.
Your MSU soil test is good for three seasons. Unless your test specifically said to re-test sooner, you can use the application amounts for the next 3 seasons, then test your soil again.
Lime should be applied in the amount specified by your soil test in spring or fall. I looked up your tests and they indicate a vegetable garden. You can apply the whole amount of lime to you bare soil in spring before planting and till it in to a depth of 6 inches.
Your MSU soil test is good for three seasons. Unless your test specifically said to re-test sooner, you can use the application amounts for the next 3 seasons, then test your soil again.
Thank you so much
Julie
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Laura
