Free Soil Test Kit

I had read a couple of weeks ago on

Florida Yards & Neighborhoods

about a free soil test kit available from the local

South Florida Water Management District.

So, I sent for one.

Here's what came in the mail last week.

This is one of the basic steps

a budding gardener is supposed to do.

I don't know why we've never done it before,

but here's opportunity come-a-knockin'.

The instructions are clear and simple.

A list of local resources is listed,

should questions arise.

The information sheet came already highlighted,

so we know just what needs filling out.

You may note that although the kit is free,

each sample must be paid for.

Still, it's a reasonable amount

for the valuable information received.

Specifically how to take a sample is explained,

for the most accurate results.

The bag of samples can be...

 

mailed in to the provided address.

Maybe a university near you offers the same service.

Curious to know what they'll find...