If your lawn isn’t impressing as much as you’d like, the problem may be hiding underneath the surface. That is why lawn care professionals all recommend carrying out a lawn soil test in spring as the ...

Summer means hot, dry weather, and our lawns suffer for it. This easy test tells you whether your turfgrass is hydrated ...

These soils issues are the problem. Incorrect soil temperature, planting depth, or pH often prevent grass seed from germinating. Soil compaction and poor drainage can suffocate seeds and lead to poor ...

Woman sticking pH meter tester in soil - Deyan Georgiev/Shutterstock Soil testing is the simple secret that keeps gardens blooming and lawns looking lush. To know the soil is to know the life it ...

A pH adjustment makes the difference between patchy grass and a thick green lawn. Proper soil pH is essential for nutrient absorption and healthy grass growth. Test your soil before adjusting pH; use ...

Coming up with a good soil blend for your plants is a lot like creating a recipe. You wouldn’t expect to succeed with a recipe with no idea how much of each ingredient to add. A soil test kit allows ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

Is soil testing important? How can I get my soil tested? The first question is do you need a soil test? There are several situations where a soil test may be appropriate: 1. Landscaping a new home ...

Ready to plant? Don't forget to test your soil pH. Before planting your garden don't forget to test your soil pH level to learn how acidic or basic it is. This could be a deciding factor in whether ...

Peter Richards tests the reliability of do-it-yourself home soil test kits.

This story was originally published in February 2023. Sure, it’s still late March. But it’s never too early be thinking about how you are going to get your garden plot ready as soon as planting season ...