Growing Dhania in Bomet
Soil suitability analysis based on Bomet's nutrient profile
Yes, with the right inputs — Bomet is moderately suited to Dhania. Bomet's soil (pH 6.02, slightly acidic) gives Dhania a suitability score of 64/100. Match fertilizer to Bomet's nitrogen and phosphorus levels for the best result.
Bomet County is a solid choice for Dhania, with a soil-match score of 64/100. Local soils average pH 6.02 — slightly acidic to near-neutral and inside the 6–7.5 band Dhania prefers, so no lime is usually required. Nitrogen (1.38 g/kg), phosphorus (23.6 mg/kg) and potassium (237 mg/kg) all meet Dhania's requirements, so a maintenance fertilizer programme is enough. The county's predominantly clay loam soils suit Dhania, which favours loam. Dhania's full potential is about 1,500 kg/acre (~KES 112,500/acre at KES 75/kg), but at Bomet's 64/100 suitability a realistic target here is closer to 1,200 kg/acre (~KES 90,000/acre) unless the constraints above are addressed.
Soil & climate match
| Factor | Bomet soil | Dhania needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 6.02 | 6–7.5 | OK |
| Nitrogen | 1.38 g/kg | min 0.5 g/kg | OK |
| Phosphorus | 23.6 mg/kg | min 6 mg/kg | OK |
| Potassium | 237 mg/kg | min 100 mg/kg | OK |
| Rainfall | 1,500 mm | 500–1,000 mm | High |
| Altitude | 1,900 m | 0–2,500 m | OK |
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