Soil Sample Test
Soil Sample Bags Available at the County Extension Office
As a general rule soil sample 1/3 of your pastures each year and sample your hay fields every year.
Soil tests will provide valuable information on the soil’s actual nutrient status. Test results are used to determine the amount and kind of nutrients that should be added for the best growth of lawn, garden and other types of plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does a soil sample cost?
A:? Soil samples cost $10.00 per bag to send to the lab. You may pay by cash, or?check. (Make checks payable to: Heard County 4-H)
Q: When and how often should soils be tested?
A: Soils can be tested any time during the year. However, allow enough time for the analysis and for fertilizer and lime application. Lime reacts slowly and, if possible, it should be mixed with the soil two to three months before planting. Generally, fall is the most desirable time to sample because landscapes and gardens are usually dry and easily accessible.
Once medium or high fertility levels are established, lawn and ornamental areas need to be sampled every two to three years.
Vegetable gardens should be sampled every 1 to 2 years.
Q: How soon will I get my results back (turn-around-time)?
A: It takes 7 to 10 days from the time we receive the samples to the time you get your test reports back. (Holidays will increase turn-around time.)
Need to know the correct way to collect soil samples or have general questions, visit the 海角官方首页 Extension website.
Soil Testing Instructions for Home Lawns, Gardens, and Wildlife Food Plots
(We DO NOT SHIP soil samples on Friday's) (Samples brought in on Friday will ship the following Monday unless its a holiday weekend. (Then samples will ship on the following Tuesday)