SOIL TESTING

Understanding which nutrients your soil is lacking or has an overabundance of will help you select the best fertilizer for your lawn. The best way to do this is by performing a test on a sample of your soil. Soil testing provides an analysis of soil nutrient levels including Nitrogen (N), Phosphorous (P), and Potassium (K), as well as many micronutrients and the pH level.

The best time to do a soil test is usually in the fall when conditions are relatively dry, but the spring is also a good time to do a soil test. By performing a test in the fall, you can have time to apply any soil amendments before spring green up.

Soil tests are not necessary for most yards.  I use them to gather extra information on lawns that aren’t responding well to traditional plans.  If you are curious about soil tests, please feel to reach out for more information.