If you have tested your soil and found that it is too acidic, you can raise the pH by adding a base. The most common materials used to increase the pH of soil are compounds made from powdered limestone, or lime, which you can find at most home and garden store. Standard lime comes in four types: pulverized, hydrated, granules and pellets. Depending on your soil type and the amount of moisture in the ground, one of these compounds may be a good option.  Pulverized lime is finely ground and more easily absorbed by the soil. However, it is more difficult to spread because it can clog the applicator. Granular and pelletized lime are easier to spread. However, it is not as effective at altering the soil pH. Hydrated lime should only be used with extremely acidic soils since it is more water-soluble and can quickly increase a soil’s pH. Some lime sources contain micronutrients like dolomite, which is a mixture of calcium and magnesium carbonates. However, you should only use dolomitic lime if your soil is magnesium deficient. Do not add more magnesium to soils that are already high in it. The ash of burned trees is also quite basic and can add micronutrients like calcium, potassium, phosphate, and boron. Wood ash is not as effective as lime. However, it can dramatically increase a soil’s pH over time. Because of this, you should monitor the soil closely as you apply wood ash.  Keep the ash from coming into contact with any plant roots or germinating seedlings because it may damage them. Wood ash works well in sandy soil. In order to get the best results, you will want to till the liming material into the soil about two to three months before planting (usually in the fall or winter) so that there is plenty of time for the pH to change. The lime should be tilled into the soil’s the root zone or the top 7 inches (18 cm) of soil.  You can apply the lime by hand if you have a small enough piece of land. You can also use a spreader to apply liming material to a yard. You can use a rake or a rototiller to work the liming material into the soil. Because lime is not very water-soluble, tilling it into the soil will maximize its effect. Lime will have little effect on dry soils, so you will need to apply water regularly. Water activates the lime and helps it seep into the soil. Use a garden hose or sprinkler to apply water. How often you water the soil depends on the size of the plot of land and the amount of moisture already in the soil. Too much watering can leech other minerals out of the soil.
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One-sentence summary -- Pick a liming material. Think about using wood ashes. Apply the liming source. Water the soil regularly.

Article: Anyone can act heroic by recognizing when someone else is in need and taking action to help them. For example, if you see your neighbor struggling with shoveling snow from their driveway, offer to help. This might not seem like a significant gesture, but to your neighbor, who might be suffering from an illness or injury, you have acted heroic. Whether it’s a friend, colleague, or family member, reaching out and supporting someone when they are in a rough place is a heroic act. For example, if you have a friend who is dealing with a divorce, offer to talk a weekly walk with her. Listen to her and be supportive. People around the world suffer from bullying each day. This can happen in a seventh-grade classroom or in a boardroom at a Fortune 500 company. No matter the venue, it is important to act heroic and take a stand if you witness someone being bullied.  If you see someone being bullied at school, step in and say, “Jeremy, it’s not okay that you’re making fun of Liz.” If you witness bullying at work, consider stepping in and reporting the behavior to your supervisor. Standing up against racism can help support the victim. It also can demonstrate to the perpetrator that their behavior is unacceptable; it can even stop the perpetrator from engaging in racist acts in the future.  If you see racist behavior in public, say something. It can be as straightforward as asking, “Why don’t you leave her alone?” If you don’t feel safe, tell someone who might be able to help like a security guard or bus driver. If you witness racist behavior online, report it. If the perpetrator is a friend, say something like, “Your Facebook post is racist. It is not okay to make fun of someone because they are Asian American.” Discrimination and harassment based on sex is unfortunately a regular occurrence. If you witness sexism, take a stand and speak up. You can act heroic by responding to sexism at work, at school, and in public. If your boss is making sexist comments about your co-worker, report the behavior to human resources or through the appropriate channels. You might also consider joining a community group or even participating in local politics. At the very least, stay up to date on local news, politics, and events to stay in the loop and learn about ways that you can help.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Notice when someone needs help. Support someone in need. Stand up to bullying. Take a stand against racism. Stand up to sexism. Get involved in your community.