Enhance your garden with our Complete Soil Health Test Analysis Kit, offering in-depth soil nutrient analysis for optimal plant growth.

Report Includes

  1. Graphs, Data Analysis, and Personalized Recommendations: Detailed graphs and tailored advice for organic or conventional amendments to improve soil health.
  2. 15-Minute Phone Consultation: Discuss results with a soil scientist from Alluvial Soil Lab to refine your gardening strategy.

Test Details

  • Texture: Analyzes sand, silt, and clay ratios to assess drainage, infiltration, and key soil health factors.
  • Organic Matter, Nitrate, Phosphorus, Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium: Evaluates soil fertility and nutrient levels, essential for robust plant growth.
  • pH, Cation Exchange Capacity, Percent Saturation of Cations: Assesses soil acidity, buffering capacity, and cation balance for an optimal root environment.
  • Sodium, Sulfur, Zinc, Manganese, Iron, Copper, Boron: Monitors salt levels, sodium, and micronutrient deficiencies to prevent soil degradation and enhance plant health.

Optimize your soil with our Complete Soil Health Test Analysis Kit. 

Sampling instructions

Materials Needed
i. Clean plastic bucket
ii. Shovel or soil probe
iii. Plastic bag
iv. Labeling materials (marker, tape, or label)
v. Gloves & mask (for contaminated soils)

Sampling Process
Step 1: Define Sampling Area
i. Identify the specific area for testing.
ii. Collect one composite sample per 1,000 sq. ft.

Step 2: Collect Soil Samples
i. Use a clean bucket and shovel/probe to gather soil from three spots.
ii. Dig 6 inches deep, taking a vertical slice.
iii. Avoid compost piles, pet waste, or fertilized areas.
iv. Do not sample wet soil.

Step 3: Prepare Sample
i. Remove debris, break up clumps, and mix soil thoroughly.

Step 4: Package Sample
i. Measure 3 cups of mixed soil into a resealable plastic bag.
ii. Label with Sample ID, Test Type, and Order Number.

Step 5: Submit Sample
i. Purchase a test on our website.
ii. Mail to Alluvial Soil Lab, 201 E Center St, Ste 112-3083, Anaheim, CA 92805.
iii. Use Postage emailed to you after checkout.

Turnaround and Results
i. Timing depends on test type.
ii. Results emailed with soil composition, nutrients, and recommendations.

Safety Precautions
i. Wear gloves/mask when handling potentially contaminated soil.
ii. Wash hands thoroughly after sampling.

Following these steps ensures accurate soil testing for better gardening decisions.

 

Test includes:

1. Organic Matter, Nitrate, Phosphorus, Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium, pH, Cation Exchange Capacity, Percent Saturation of Cations, Sodium, Sulfur, Zinc, Manganese, Iron, Copper, Boron.
2. Texture
3. Recommendations

*Since this test does not include infiltration rate, it is not WELO compliant

Suitability list includes (30) suitable species