Testing Soil?

Why should I test my soil?

To know how much lime and fertilizer your soil needs for best growth of your lawn, garden, landscape, wildlife food plot, or other plants. Prevent from applying too much or not enough. Too much wastes your money and can damage the environment by running off into water. Not enough can result in poor growth and leave soils bare to erode.

Where do I get sample containers, submission forms, and instructions for submitting my soil samples?

• A Soil Test Kit is available to order ($15 - this includes postage paid mailer) by clicking here.

• Sample containers, submission forms, and instructions are also available from your local UGA-Cooperative Extension Office.
  1. To find the nearest office, enter your zip code here:    
  2. You may also call 1-800-ASK-UGA-1 to contact your local Extension Office.

Learn more about:

• Testing services available through your Cooperative Extension Service office
• Soil testing labs in other southern states
• Gardening in Georgia

Soil Testing Labs in Georgia: UGA-Agricultural and Environmental Services Laboratories Waters Agricultural Laboratories, Inc. Southeastern Agri Lab