Frequently Asked Questions
What are soil tests and why are they important?
Soil tests measure key elements within your soil, including pH, nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). By understanding your soil's nutrient levels, soil tests help identify deficiencies or imbalances, allowing you to choose the most appropriate fertiliser and avoid over- or under-applying nutrients.
What can soil tests check for?
Our soil tests can analyse pH and NPK levels, with more advanced testing options also assessing nutrients such as magnesium and calcium. Depending on the test selected, soil tests can also provide insights into organic matter content, micronutrient levels, soil texture, and other factors that influence plant growth.
Who should use soil tests?
Soil tests can benefit anyone looking to improve soil health and growing performance. Whether you're a homeowner caring for a lawn, a gardener growing vegetables, a farmer managing pasture, or a groundskeeper maintaining sports turf, soil tests provide valuable information to support better fertiliser and management decisions.
How do your soil tests work?
Once you order one of our soil tests, we'll send you a soil sample bag and pre-paid return envelope. Simply collect samples from several areas of the site, place them in the bag, and return them to the laboratory for analysis. Results are typically available within 10-14 days, after which our team will review the findings and provide tailored fertiliser recommendations based on your soil test results.
How often should soil tests be carried out?
For most lawns, gardens, paddocks, and sports surfaces, we recommend carrying out soil tests annually, ideally before the main growing season or ahead of a fertiliser programme. Regular soil testing helps monitor nutrient levels over time and supports long-term soil health.
Can soil tests be used for paddocks and pasture?
Yes. Our soil tests are suitable for paddocks, grazing land, pastures, lawns, sports turf, and agricultural fields. Regular soil testing helps ensure nutrients are applied accurately, improving grass growth, grazing quality, and overall soil performance while reducing unnecessary fertiliser costs.