then comparing the results to a chart. Depending on the type of kit, there may be other steps involved. "Soil pH testing kits for use by the homeowner can be very fast and inexpensive," Glassey says.

The University of Delaware Soil Testing Lab uses the Adams-Evans buffer pH test to determine lime requirement for a field based on soil test analysis of an 8-inch composite soil sample. In this quick ...

With all the conversations I’ve had with gardeners over the years, the state of soil is the least-understood part of the ...