Do I need a kit to test the pH of the garden soil?
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Kelli, there seems to be a lot of info on this, so I will send you several videos to look over.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=text+PH+of+garden+soil
Hi Kelli! Here is some really helpful information for you.
https://www.bing.com/shop?q=Do+I+need+a+kit+to+test+the+pH+of+the+garden+soil%3f&FORM=SHOPPA&originIGUID=1EF73FCF56F9427D9217C65C448548F0
https://www.thespruce.com/do-it-yourself-soil-ph-test-4125833
https://morningchores.com/best-soil-test-kit/
https://www.wikihow.com/Test-Soil-pH
your best bet is to get a SOIL TEST done by your local Agricultural Agency -- usually free --- as there is so much 'more' to soil quality than just the Ph!
They should have test kits at any home improvement store. Ag extension offices may even have them and offer to test the soil for you.
Hello Kelli,
Soil tests are always recommended every few years. Most every speaker in my master gardeners class recommend this for optimal way to address your soil and circumstances. The box and instructions can be obtained from your local cooperative extension, unless you want your lawn service to do it.
You have to have a good soil to meet your needs to growing grass and plants. From there you will find out recommendations to promote the grass growing conditions to include fertilize lime ( pH adjustment) aerate and seed.
Hope this helps.
Also another idea, join your local Garden Club, or just call them and ask for advice. They usually have at least a couple of Master Gardeners. Our little club has two and we're always asking them questions.