When applied to soil it must be incorporated immediately to prevent the formation of granules or flakes that are difficult to break down. Its neutralizing value is between 120 and 135 percent. Hydrated lime is also quite caustic and difficult to handle. Like burned lime, it should never be applied to turfgrass or other plants that are established because it will burn the foliage. All applications of hydrated lime should be incorporated immediately.
Pelletized lime is finely ground agricultural lime to which a cementing agent has been added.
While more expensive than regular ground limestone, it is easier to spread and eliminates dust. The pellets dissolve with a soaking rain or irrigation and release lime to the soil. Uniform distribution is still important.