Thanks so much for your instructions regarding the proper method of collecting soil samples for testing. I am Master Gardener and one of my volunteer activities is performing the soil tests on samples that people bring into our local Extension Service office. All too often, I receive a sample that is mostly mulch or grass. You really need to collect your sample from the root zone which is about 6 to 8 inched below the surface for most garden plants.
Thanks so much for your instructions regarding the proper method of collecting soil samples for testing. I am Master Gardener and one of my volunteer activities is performing the soil tests on samples that people bring into our local Extension Service office. All too often, I receive a sample that is mostly mulch or grass. You really need to collect your sample from the root zone which is about 6 to 8 inched below the surface for most garden plants.