Vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors are synthesized in the liver. Consequently, severe liver disease results in lower blood levels of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors and an increased risk for uncontrolled bleeding (hemorrhage) (8) .
To grow well, pineapples have certain soil requirements. Pineapples need well-drained soil because they cannot withstand a waterlogged growing medium. For this reason, the best soil for growing pineapples is a sandy loam, because sand allows for rapid leaching, or water movement, through the soil. While pineapples dislike waterlogged soil, they are drought-tolerant, but require even moisture for proper fruit development.
I know they like acid soil. Answer: Soil is typically acidic, neutral or alkaline. To have acidic soil you need a pH lower than 7. (The scale is measured from 0 to 14 with a pH of 7 being neutral. Unfortunately spreading pine needles around the base of your blueberry bushes will not increase the acidity of your soil. It is very important to have the right acidity in order to ensure your plants thrive. Here are a few methods that will help make your soil more acidic: