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    PRODUCT REVIEWS SOIL TESTING

    Dec 31, 2019 5 minutes

    KG team have been trying out this month

    MINI SOIL TESTING KIT

    This soil testing kit consists of four test tubes, four measuring spoons and reagents to test soil for pH, phosphorus, nitrogen and potash. All you need to do is mix the sample with water, transfer to a test tube and add the specific powder and liquid, shake and then check the colour against the chart. It comes with an excellent booklet replete with coloured charts.

    TWO WESTS & ELLIOTT www.twowests.co.uk

    TEL: 01246 451077

    PRODUCT CODE: BPSOILTK

    PRICE: £19.95

    * Prices correct at time of publication

    KG VERDICT

    With up to 60 tests possible, this kit offers excellent value for money. You can test your soil not only for its pH level but also for the other key nutrients. If you want to get a more detailed picture

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