Using baking soda instead of lime? Will it work? REP4RESPONSE

Hey RIU,
just wondering if sprinkling some baking soda in some relativly acidic soil and then flushing it through, would that act like lime and change the ph of the soil to a more alkaline value? its just alot cheaper then lime and i mean it seems to do the same thing as far as i know just seeing if anyone would know.
Thanks
GF
REP for any helpful answers.

EDIT: the soil is by it self no plant involved just trying to condition some soil so its not so acidic.

The lime is a buffer as its neutral and will last much longer than baking soda which would only be a temp fix also baking soda has a ph of 8.2 by itself. The lime is much much better and would be a permanent balance for the soil instead of a quick fix that would have worn off by the time you germinate something in it. With the lime you should reach neutral or 7 easier and can adjust the nutrient solution if needed.

okay thanks for letting me know, ill just find some lime. +REP