Most gardeners know that successful results depend on many factors, but good soil is the real key. Here's how to test and improve your soil.

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 ...

Do you know the nutrient level of the soil in your garden? Do you know how much fertilizer to add next season? Soil testing will answer both questions.

Soil testing tells a story. It reveals a lot about the health of your soil and what's in it. Or, more importantly, what's NOT in it.

Soil provides the essential foundation for successfully growing plants in gardens and landscapes, including a balance between ...

The most basic tests cost as little as $10 per sample. Once you receive the results, you will have a better understanding of what your soil may need for improved fertility.

Having problems with plants certain areas of your yard? Your problem might be pH. A simple soil test can identify your problem and set you on the path to fixing it.

The James River Basin offers a free soil testing program to a limited number of people. Experts say healthy soil can save you ...

The best place to start building a healthy soil foundation is with a soil test.

Ferrie Answers ‘Can a Soil Test Help Determine the Need for Fungicides?’ “The answer to these questions is yes, maybe, sorta,” he says. “One of the things we do know is healthy plants ...

"Soil testing in general, the basic soil test that's available to the general public, makes up about a third of our annual budget," Piotrowski said. However, their goal isn't to turn a profit.