How To Do a Soil Test On Your Lawn - Soil Savvy Test Kit

[@susieclay3562]

Thanks Ryan. Your video explains soil gathering and the importance of getting just the soil for testing. I love you lawn care videos. Thank you so much

[@JCTheLawnCareGuy]

Doing the same also brother. Not applying anything until I get my results back. I actually sent my sample for testing through my local extension office. Looking forward to the results, keep up the good work!!!

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Nice! This is my first test so I'm just curious what it's going to say. The lawn is looking good overall but it's nice to know the details.

[@unibestinternational8678]

Nice video Ryan! You did a great job explaining how to do a soil test! Thank you.

[@scoehiphop]

This is some really good information that I'm getting from watching your videos thanks.

[@colinhuyck3834]

Great video! Thank You for putting links in the description! My lawn is going to look great with help from you and the LCN! Thanks again! Just earned a sub!

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Glad to help.

[@delinquense]

How much did it cost? I will have numerous samples so it could get expensive quickly!

[@lawnrebel]

I need one of those soil sampler tines. Cool

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

It really is a nice little tool to have.

[@darylewing6806]

R&R sells them: www.rrproducts.com/Soil-Sampler-~-1inch-(2--5cm)-Core-product55228?k=soil%20sampler

[@benhunter6053]

I just moved into a new home (new build) that is on old ag land.planning to start my lawn from seed. Should I get a soil test and try to amend before I even establish the lawn?

[@galenschaenetteanway2883]

Do you rake,aerate, mow then fertilize after your first mowing of the spring. I live in Iowa…thank you for your videos

[@genemanning2236]

Great video Ryan! looking forward to soil test results

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I am as well. This will be my first test so it will be interesting to see what is going on in the soil overall.

[@barbrabell7592]

what did the soil test tell you? How did you adjust your program as a result? thanks great video

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

It told me that I had high phosphorus levels and low potassium levels. This year I will be adjusting my fertilizer accordingly

[@onjofilms]

OMG! there's a corner on KZbin for EVERYTHING! I think I found the GRASSMAN! OMG!

[@scoehiphop]

Hahaha 😂 😂 😂 so true

[@rickypisarchick7127]

When in the spring should I do this test after the last freeze date or does it matter? What month?I’m living in Colorado Springs

[@jeffreykorus6817]

Thx for the help.

[@nickquarberg556]

Great video Ryan! Currently I'm enrolled in a soul science class and we just tested last week around campus. For those who would like the be able to do more tests around their lawn for different areas, or even to get a soil probe (as he was using in the video) you should be able to visit your local extension office and they can hook you up with a probe and more information about testing!

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Good info!

[@ChuckD59]

I'm new to this. What is an "extension office", and how do I find one in upstate NY? I've been to the Cornell website but it appears they want 4-5 cups of soil which seems like overkill for someone like me, a humble homeowner wanting to improve the lawn. Belated thanks for the video, Ryan. Good stuff as usual.

[@Cacti88]

Your grass loves you

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

With how much time I spend on it, I would hope so. :)

[@Virtuewz]

Hi Ryan, Do any products provide an instant results on the soil composition? Thank you

[@shion_lwn]

I purchased a probe you recommended. It really helps!! Wow your grass roots are deep in the soil. I'm new to lawn care and today is my first time I used the probe and saw my soil...root is super shallow and soil is super heavy clay 😬🙄🙄

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Really good soil here where I live

[@shion_lwn]

@@ryanknorrlawncare that's awesome 😊😊 I'm in Southern Ontario, Canada. I know it's far from where you are, but I enjoy watching your video and learn!:)

[@MurTEL]

​ @Ryan Knorr Lawn Care Thanks for this video. I just did a test. I have low Nitrogen which is easy to solve, but really high Sulfer, Iron and Manganese. Any recommendation on how to decrease those for a lawn in the Northwest? Will a simple micro-nutrient application be fine? Thanks.

[@pmhum]

Thks for this

[@aznloc]

I have different spots in my lawn acting differently. Like random brown spots probably from sun and being dried out. And brown spots never some evergreen trees. Should I do a different test for each spot or mix them all together?

[@jacobacosta210]

1:45 he explains your question.

[@AdamJonesstlouis]

Ryan, do you know if this can test for soil/grass fungus? Would you leave the vegetation in the sample for this case?

[@LawnDad]

Perfect timing of your video. I got one coming in the mail soon. Now did you apply any fertilizer before the test yet? I applied my pre-m with fert about 4 weeks ago but my thoughts were who cares what you apply because you want to see where your soil stands at the present moment. Nice videos as always. 👍🏼🌱

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I have been holding off any fertilizer because I knew I was doing this test. Fert will be going down soon.

[@Derddy]

I'd use gloves as touching the dirt can influence the PH results.

[@timbohouston]

That's intense

[@kevindelk]

Do u recommend a test we can do at home?

[@Valve-sb7ne]

Great video it really helps

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

No problem!

[@chrismurphy1142]

Did you ever get the results back and do a follow-up video?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I got the results. Will be doing a video very soon. :)

[@paulvolcker8956]

Maybe add in a link to the video update?

[@AntLive29]

@@ryanknorrlawncare Os there an update video?

[@michaelscarlata8314]

Everyone on amazon reviews is saying the soil savvy company is shut down right now. Their website says they are shut down due to covid.

[@MichaelWilliams-cj8sm]

where can i buy your soil metal tube that you stick into the ground,,,,what is it called,,??

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Link in the description. It's called a soil probe.

[@ericsmith9959]

Should I get my lawn rolled? It looks great but is bumpy and my lawn mower bumps around like a dirt bike on an X Games track.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I have heard different thoughts on it but I have thought about it this year as well. If you do then you just need to make sure it gets aerated after the fact to help with any compaction.

[@OhfoREVerz]

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[@derekgella1722]

Should someone be worried they may hit their underground sprinkler line?

[@Imwright720]

The university will do it dirt cheap. Check out your extension services.

[@saul5799]

What exactly does one need to ask? I would like to use the university

[@Imwright720]

Your state agricultural department will do it. Just google it for your state. I paid 7 dollars for a complete analysis. It you just want ph and macro nutrients it’s only 3 dollars.

[@scottpatrick8352]

What is the name of the tool that you are using?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Soil Probe...link the description

[@na1du]

How often do you do the soil test?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Once a year or every few after you have done one and have a plan going forward

[@mattholewinski3592]

how much does it cost?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Links to kit and tool I used are in description. Check it out if you would like. Thanks!

[@freethinker3161]

Do you do a lime treatment regularly?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I've never used lime at all.

[@rickyragland8481]

It seems like no matter what the soil test company you choose they all get mailed to the same address.

[@Jigsawmaster1]

I though you are not supposed to touch the soil with bare hands. The oils from your skin can get mixed into the soil. I’m not sure. That’s what I read

[@erikgutierrez3196]

What are your results of the soil test?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I have that planned for a video yet in the coming weeks.

[@dskrpncs]

good video but why dont you just take in a sample to your local extension office?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

You could likely do that as well

[@EasternElectric2012]

I question your premise that you should be taking samples from different areas and mixing them all together. What if you have oak trees in the front lawn that may be adding acidity to the soil in your backyard has poor drainage and totally different conditions. You’ve been compromised the entire property by mixing the results down to a value that may not be accurate.

[@mr.c6674]

Everything I've read says to do areas separate and to not mix them. You provide a perfect example of why not to. Backyard soil can be completely different than the front, side, etc.

[@xjcrossx]

I was thinking the same thing. You shouldn't be looking for an average type number for this process. Different areas get different sunlight, water levels, runoff, etc. all affecting those levels. Doesn't make sense to mix them all together.

[@xjcrossx]

@Cristo Viene Yes. To maximize effectiveness and minimize damage, you would want to test several areas in your lawn, but only if there is a difference in those areas. Meaning your front lawn could look the same all over and receive the same amount of sunlight, water, etc., but the back or side might get more shade and less water, or vice versa, but you would want to test each area, and especially dead or brown spots. Then formulate a plan as to how to correct each area, or you might find that they are healthy. But let's say you take a sample from an unhealthy area and mix it with the healthy sample, which would then alter the levels of each area, then formulate a plan to correct it, you would then be trying to raise or lower the levels for the entire area when some areas might need the opposite of another.

[@jdrobbi]

I took three samples. I was expecting vastly different results due to the presence of pine trees in parts of the lawn. I was surprised when they were all very close to each other, especially the pH of the samples.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Did you use this soil testing kit?

[@jdrobbi]

Yeah...Soil Savvy, really liked it. I'm just going to do a single test in the fall. I'm using the Greene County Fert products and anxious to see how they affect my soil. I know on the surface I like the results so far. I need to get one of those sample pullers, much less invasive than a garden trowel.

[@jnorth9702]

Thank you for sharing.