Earth Science Fast Acting Sulfur® starts working immediately to naturally lower the pH of your soil. Acid-loving plants require a low pH soil environment to thrive between 4.0 and 5.5. Most other plants perform best when soil pH is between 6.2 and 7.2. When used as directed, Fast Acting Sulfur® helps your plants absorb more food and improves fertilizer effectiveness for a lush green lawn and colorful garden. Fast Acting Sulfur® works immediately to lower the pH of your soil, which helps acid-loving plants like hydrangeas, azaleas and blueberries absorb more food and improves fertilizer effectiveness.