soil Soil Testing

imaguitargod · Mar 29, 2008

So, I want to correct my folk's soil before planting this year. Is it best to test their soil first or just add all my stuff to it to make it beer in a blind attempt to make it rich.

Also, is there a place to go to have tests run on the soil to tell what it's deficient in?

Pam · Mar 29, 2008

You can get your soil tested by the local extension office.

imaguitargod · Mar 29, 2008

I figured you'd be the first to post.

Think it's worth it?

Wrennie · Mar 31, 2008

You can also purchase soil test kits at most good garden centers.

AlabamaJack · Mar 31, 2008

imaguitargod said:
I figured you'd be the first to post.

Think it's worth it?

If you want it right, the extension service is the way to go...just tell them what you want to grow and they will probably have some helpful hints on what to do...

imaguitargod · Mar 31, 2008

Well, we've decided just to replace the soil. It's easiest.

AlabamaJack · Mar 31, 2008

***nodding in agreement***

Poisonette · Mar 31, 2008

Around here, that would be the easiest.

How wet is the soil where you are?
We're still sinking when we walk on it. This rain we're getting isn't helping any either.

imaguitargod · Mar 31, 2008

Poisonette said:
Around here, that would be the easiest.

How wet is the soil where you are?
We're still sinking when we walk on it. This rain we're getting isn't helping any either.

It's like a swanp right now. All the snow just melted and we've been getting rain showers.