Soil Testing

We offer complimentary soil pH testing for the home gardener. The proper pH level is crucial for plant & lawn health. We also sell Penn State soil test kits for complete nutrient & lead analysis.

Of all the ingredients in gardening, soil is one of the most important. It doesn’t matter how much love you give your plants, without healthy soil—they simply won’t be at their best. That’s why we offer home gardeners free soil pH testing. We also sell Penn State soil test kits for complete lead and nutrient analysis. 

Because of the technical language of soil pH and nutrients, many gardeners simply avoid digging into the issue—but you don’t need a chemistry degree to understand their importance. A pH test is a simple way to discover soil acidity, determining what nutrients are available for a plant. If you keep your soil within an ideal range, your plants will have access to all the food they need. 

Beyond pH, a complete soil test tells you what nutrients are present and which are lacking. It’s like a cheat sheet to tell you precisely what your soil is made of and how to improve it. If you can create healthy soil, your plants will be more vibrant, resilient against disease, nutritious, and delicious!  

Simply put, healthy soil is the foundation of gardening. It can save you expenses in fertilizer, pest control, and weak plants down the road. Although it begins with a simple test, it goes beyond that to involve composting, amending, mulching, and many other gardening practices, which we’re happy to help you with in every way we can.    

As a family-run business with a long history in Glenside, we know the importance of community. As gardeners, we also know that soil is the foundation of plant health and, by extension, human and community health. That’s why we’re happy to help you garden with the best soil possible!