Soil analysis

Soil fertility can affect grass growth; therefore analysis is vital to discern exactly what the soil health is. Recommendations can be given to correct any deficiencies and a correct balance of nutrients supplied and applied in order to give good strong growth.

A sample of the soil is taken from different points of the area to be tested and then sent of the lab. The results come back together with recommendations for future nutrient inputs.

Ph.

If Ph is low, i.e. the soil is acidic then the grass will not grow as well as if the soil was neutral. Clay ground and horses are just some of the likely areas and causes of acidic soil. The signs are often poor grass growth and strong weed growth such as buttercup. The answer is to test the soil and then spread lime accordingly to bring the Ph up.

Nutrient Levels

If nutrient levels are low, grass growth will be poor and therefore the quality of the grass as a feed will be poor as it is likely to be low on vital mineral elements that animals require. Soil testing and analysis will determine what fertiliser and minerals would need to be added to the soil.