{"product_id":"combination-ph-moisture-meter","title":"Combination PH \u0026 Moisture Meter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis dual function Combination pH and Moisture Meter measures the pH as well as moisture levels in soil. It provides the vital information required to custom treat soil to the crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue dial so no batteries required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to use – instructions and optimum pH level guide included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaking a pH Reading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome plants require a particular soil pH in order to grow and thrive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo help choose the right plants for your garden use the Combination pH \u0026amp; Moisture Meter to check the pH of your garden soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparing the Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove stones, leaves and twigs from the surface of the soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen the soil with a trowel to a depth of 10 – 15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet the soil with water (preferably rainwater) to a muddy consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightly clean the pH probe but not the tip using an abrasive material\/scourer (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe away any powdery deposits with a paper tissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush the probe vertically into the soil to a depth of 10 – 15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a reading after 60 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove, clean and prepare probe as previously described. Repeat above by inserting the probe into a different but adjacent point to check the first reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterpreting the pH Reading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH 3-6 Acidic\u003cbr\u003epH 7 Neutral\u003cbr\u003epH 8-10 Alkaline\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo reduce acidity apply 300g\/m² of ground limestone for every 1 pH increase required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo increase acidity apply 70g\/m² of sulphate of ammonia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChecking Moisture Content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouseplants and outdoor plants grown in hanging baskets and containers need the right amount of water to produce the best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the Combination pH \u0026amp; Moisture Meter to prevent over or under watering by checking the moisture content of the soil or compost before watering your plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaking a Moisture Reading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush the probe vertically into the compost mid-way between the plant and the edge of the pot. A reading can be taken immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterpreting the Reading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed zone = Dry. Suits Cacti and Sansevieria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen zone = Damp. Suits most plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue zone = Wet. Suits aquatic plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaking Care of the Combination pH \u0026amp; Moisture Meter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the probe from the soil or compost after taking a reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways wipe the probe clean after use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rooneys Homevalue Agri and Hardware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46735163982147,"sku":"5024160825858","price":14.94,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0035\/8013\/3440\/files\/Capture_c0888d85-da2e-48f8-9c94-4ea9d656feee.png?v=1684145965","url":"https:\/\/rooneyshardware.ie\/products\/combination-ph-moisture-meter","provider":"Rooneys Home \u0026 Hardware","version":"1.0","type":"link"}