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Suitability of diverse composts as soil amendments for highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum L.)

Creator:

Costello, Ryan C.

Abstract:

Highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum L.) is adapted to soils with high organic matter and acidic pH. Composts provide organic matter and nutrients for growing blueberry in mineral soils, but many composts are high in pH and soluble salts. Acidification with elemental sulfur (S°) can remedy high pH, but the process...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis

Full Text:

degree of Master of Science in Soil Science and Horticulture presented on November 29, 2011 Title