Services
Basic Test: pH and Macronutrients
Macronutrients Nitrogen, Phosphorous, and Potassium are needed in the greatest amounts for overall plant health. This initial test gives you insight into the basic nutrient content of your soil.
Plants tend to like slightly acidic (6-7) soil best as that is the optimal range to grab most of the nutrients needed to support healthy growth.
Tests include personalized recommendations for improving the nutrients and raising or lowering the pH– based on your specific gardening needs.
$25 per sample.
Basic Test + Micronutrients
Micronutrients are needed in smaller amounts but many food crops deplete what is available at a quicker rate. If you have food gardening in mind, this test is an excellent way to determine if you need to enhance your soil ecosystem prior to planting.
Tests include personalized recommendations for improving the nutrients and raising or lowering the pH– based on your specific gardening needs.
* Especially useful for food gardeners or ornamental/turf grass growers.
$40 per sample
Soil Microbiome Test
Your soil will be put under the microscope to visually observe the micro-life present. Fungi, protozoa, and bacteria all function together in a healthy soil ecosystem to break down debris into easy-to-absorb nutrition for plants. The valuable services provided by each group are the most important aspect to ensuring the longevity of your garden, business, or farm.
All tests Include the estimated % of bacteria, protozoa, and fungi in your soil, and include recommendations to improve your populations.
$80 per sample
Add On Services:
Nematode Assessment
The nematode assessment service extracts nematodes from your sample and provides an estimate of beneficial, predatory, and harmful root-feeding nematodes present. This is recommended for anyone planning on growing fruit, vegetables, or ornamentals susceptible to nematode damage.
$70 per sample.
Compost Tea Testing
This service analyzes the life present in your compost pile. Healthy compost should be teeming with all sorts of microorganisms! Testing your compost (or compost tea) will take the mystery out of how viable it is as an amendment to your home garden or business.
$70 per sample.
Amendment Consulting
$50-250