You can see the results of the soil test here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmO9ZZuJgc1mg7M
@cathywilliamson81534 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the great advice, again. I always learn something else I need to do. Your expertise is appreciated.
@PitaEsther-z3z Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the lesson
@menjobleeko41354 ай бұрын
I've added too much sand to the parents' old garden beds and I'm now trying to correct the mistake (too much drainage). Many people say add organic, but some say add clay. I've added small amounts of bentonite clay by water jug and it looks like I'm heading in the right direction.
@thepropagatingfalcon57645 жыл бұрын
I start soil science class in August. Can't wait. Love your videos. You should write a book.
@GardenerScott5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. Soil is the key to a successful garden. Enjoy your class.
@TheFlatlander4404 жыл бұрын
Very informative video Scott. I went online and the University of Vermont (I reside in Vermont) had the form and detailed instructions on how to obtain the samples (same method as your vid states). They charge $15.00 plus $2.00 for every fruit or vegetable you intend to grow. I intend to try and grow 10 different fruits and veggies to start with and go from there. Thanks for sharing. Cheers!
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, William. Good for you to get a test done.
@ubuntunewb5 жыл бұрын
Gardener Scott, Check out the Haney soil test, if you haven't already done so. The drying process is not necessary either since the lab will do this step anyways so it's safe to send wet samples.
@GardenerScott5 жыл бұрын
I'll do that. Thanks.
@jirinasatavova40624 жыл бұрын
I know only from you how important the soil sample is. I'll have it done in the spring. in the autumn I fertilized the beds with stale manure, but there are other important values. so I wonder what tests will be. You are a perfect teacher. I am retired and I can finally pursue my hobby, the garden. I also found out in what climatic area I am and I was quite surprised because all around is zone 6 just strip where I am zone 5. I've always done everything according to the altitude and a lot of things did not go well. I'm sorry but I can't speak English very well, I help myself with translators, so maybe you understand. I learned a lot of information from your videos and thank you for that
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Your English translation is good. Enjoy gardening.
@kspdt4 жыл бұрын
I have 4 raised beds that I need to test individually and would rather not pay for all them, then my garden area too. Are the ph/moister/light testers any good. Or the ph strips like rapitest? thanks.
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
They aren't as accurate as a professional lab test, but they can give you a basic idea of your soil.
@kspdt4 жыл бұрын
@@GardenerScott Thanks. If you have any recommendations that would be great.
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
@@kspdt I don't have specific recommendations. I've tried the inexpensive 3 in 1 testers and pH strips. I find them best for general determination of whether soil is acidic or alkaline and not determining a specific pH.
@kspdt4 жыл бұрын
@@GardenerScott OK. Thanks for your response. I find your videos very helpful!
@priayief5 жыл бұрын
I've had soil tests done about twice in the last six years. One of the key pieces of information I wanted to know was the nitrogen content of my soil. Through my research I've discovered that testing for nitrogen can be a problematic process, even for the best laboratories. Phosphorous and potassium content, as well as other trace minerals can be determined fairly accurately ... as well as soil PH. I'm far from being an expert but perhaps someone else can comment on this. Thanks for your many helpful videos.
@GardenerScott5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
@JamesBrown-hs6vg3 жыл бұрын
Fungus and bacteria plays a roll in why plants uptake nutrients. What is the effect of round up on this process ?
@stephenluna79324 жыл бұрын
The Basic Soil test $9 through my extension office Includes pH, Phosphorus, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, Manganese, and includes personalized recommendations) Or there is the total elemental test that does the entire periodic table for $30 I'm leaning towards that one but I'm not sure if it's overkill for a garden bed. Which do you recommend?
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
For a baseline test I suggest getting as much info as you can. I opted for a basic test when I first started and it left many of my questions unanswered later on as I was improving my soil.
@TheSamba373 жыл бұрын
Wow, I wish my extension office offered testing that cheap!
@stephenluna79323 жыл бұрын
@@TheSamba37 my cousin works for a lawn and tree company that offers soil testing maybe there's one in your area that does testing for less than your extension.
@TheSamba373 жыл бұрын
@@stephenluna7932 they all send them to the same two labs here. Cheapest simple test (NPK and pH) I can get is$30. If I ship it elsewhere I can get a much more extensive test for $32+shipping with a longer wait time.
@chefe2152 Жыл бұрын
Ok how about contaminants. I have urban property and like to test if my soil is or is not contained with heavy metals .Would be the same in this case?
@GardenerScott Жыл бұрын
Many labs offer the option of testing for specific components like heavy metals
@Aditi_cutie134 жыл бұрын
Amazing
@nCUonnection4 жыл бұрын
Home PH Testing. Cheaper, easy, repeatable in specific planting zones for your various on-site soil conditions. I wish you'd told me how.
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
Good idea. I'll have a video on how to interpret the test results in a few weeks. Early next year I'll release a video on home testing like you suggest.
@norykan3 жыл бұрын
Hi Gardner scott When we craft a tree, there is a putting, or sealer for filing holes and some areas of trees? What is that?
@GardenerScott3 жыл бұрын
It isn't recommend to use putty or sealer on tree cuts. It can promote harmful bacteria and fungi growth.
@sjr78224 жыл бұрын
How to gather soil and send it away to be analyzed, Short concise videos are the best, we don't have a lifetime to watch one video
@BigRokko51964 жыл бұрын
Does putting soil generally come at a neutral ph? If it's been outside in a pot with the rain, the rain would make it slightly acidic correct?
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
It depends on the ingredients. Potting soil with a lot of peat tends to be acidic. Rain has little effect on pH even though rain water is acidic.
@benhansford85244 жыл бұрын
If you make your own soil do you need to ph test your soil? And how many samples do you need?
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
Testing your own soil mix is a good idea and taking 5-6 samples should get a random sampling.
@orrfamily6414 жыл бұрын
LOL if I'd waited I would have found out , Colorado
@chantalgagne48084 жыл бұрын
Of course, you sing!
@patriciacarvalho59114 жыл бұрын
Hello! Thank you for all the information you share in your channel! I’m always looking forward to your next video as I’m still new to gardening and have been learning so much from your channel! I’ve recently had my soil tested and one of their recommendations was applying superphosphate to my soil. I was wondering if you have had any experience with it, and if you could share it. Also, are there any replacements for superphosphate for organic gardening?
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
I don't use superphosphate much, occasionally when planting flower bulbs. I prefer organic alternatives like composted cow manure and worm castings to supply soil phosphorus. Bone meal is an option too.
@patriciacarvalho59114 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the information! I too prefer organic alternatives and will be trying worms castings and/or composted cow manure.
@nevermind62094 жыл бұрын
Where is the video showing the results of the analyses? Please a d thank you!
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
Here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmO9ZZuJgc1mg7M
@infinitycrops4 жыл бұрын
KZbin soil testing rabbit hole probably looks something like this: 1. Top ranked result - "How to do it simply an easily for cheap" (either bootleg methods or some janky old almanac stuff) 2. Some person using cheap inaccurate gear can buy on Amazon 3. Accurate but send it to someone else ( **you are here** ) 4. How to do laboratory soil analysis
@das2502505 жыл бұрын
Where are the results ? Link?
@GardenerScott5 жыл бұрын
They are coming in another video, soon.
@orrfamily6414 жыл бұрын
what area of the county do you live in.?
@GardenerScott4 жыл бұрын
I live in Falcon, outside of Colorado Springs.
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@GardenerScott5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much.
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@Bluebirdt1202 жыл бұрын
I NEVER test my soil. Never have, never will. Toss all my scraps in and keep planting. Testing soil is over rated and a waste of time.