{"product_id":"lamotte-model-el-turf-garden-soil-test-kit-5679-01","title":"LaMotte Model EL Turf \u0026 Garden Soil Test Kit 5679-01","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUnderstand your soil before you plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore you start a gardening project, a clear picture of your soil helps you tailor your approach. The LaMotte Model EL Turf \u0026amp; Garden Soil Test Kit delivers straightforward, color-coded results you can trust for both lawn and garden planning. Designed for soil science education or practical garden analysis, this kit makes soil testing approachable without specialized equipment, helping you move from guesswork to data-driven decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit combines rapid test procedures with diagrammed instructions and laminated color charts to measure key indicators: nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and soil pH. With 15 tests allocated to each nutrient and 30 tests for pH, you gain a thorough snapshot of your soil’s balance. The comprehensive Garden Guide Manual and LaMotte Soil Handbook are included to help you interpret results and consider lime and fertilizer recommendations in a thoughtful, informed way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRapid tests paired with color charts to measure N, P, K (15 tests each) and soil pH (30 tests).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiagrammed, easy-to-follow instructions and laminated color charts for quick field references.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGarden Guide Manual and LaMotte Soil Handbook included to interpret results and suggest lime or fertilizer adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it helps your lawn and garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-plant soil assessment helps you tailor amendments for better germination and growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports informed decisions about lime and fertilizer application, reducing guesswork and waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for education as well as practical garden analysis, from home lawns to vegetable plots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-life use scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePreparing a new lawn by understanding nutrient balance and acidity before seeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlanning vegetable beds with knowledge of nutrient needs and pH preferences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssessing ornamental borders to optimize soil conditions for flowering plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuality and user experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaMotte is known for reliable soil testing tools. This kit brings together durable test materials, clear reference guides, and a friendly setup that fits into a busy home garden routine or classroom activity, making soil literacy more accessible without sacrificing accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What does the LaMotte Model EL soil test kit measure?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It measures nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium concentrations and soil pH using 15 tests for each nutrient and 30 tests for pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this kit suitable for beginners?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It includes diagrammed instructions, laminated color charts, plus the Garden Guide Manual and LaMotte Soil Handbook to help interpret results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"LaMotte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45738162323642,"sku":"B00DBSY6B2","price":272.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/lamotte-model-el-turf-garden-soil-test-kit-5679-01.jpg?v=1774658952","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/lamotte-model-el-turf-garden-soil-test-kit-5679-01","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}