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Lawn soil test kit that reads your yard
Lawn soil test kit results take the guesswork out of what your grass actually needs. The Sunday Soil Test Kit measures 15 key metrics, including pH, organic matter, and nutrients like nitrogen and potassium, using the Mehlich III lab method. Results arrive in 3 to 4 weeks with personalized recommendations, making it a solid starting point for any homeowner who wants a greener yard without the guesswork.
How to use a lawn soil test kit
- Choose a lawn soil test kit that fits your yard
- Collect soil samples from 3 to 6 spots across your lawn
- Mix samples together and remove any debris or rocks
- Seal your sample and mail it with the prepaid label
- Use your results to feed your lawn what it actually needs
Lab test vs dip strip and other soil test questions
Q: What does a lawn soil test kit test for?
A: A lawn soil test kit measures 15 essential metrics including macro and micronutrients, pH, organic matter, and cation exchange capacity. Basically everything your roots care about.
Q: How accurate are at-home soil test kits?
A: The Sunday Soil Test Kit uses the trusted Mehlich III lab method, the gold standard for sustainable turfgrass analysis. Far more reliable than a quick dip-strip from the hardware store.
Q: When is the best time to test your lawn soil?
A: Ideally before your first fertilizer application. Missed that window? No biggie. Early spring or fall are the next best times to sample and get your soil sorted.
Q: How do you use a soil test kit?
A: Dig 4-6 inches deep and pull samples from 3-6 spots across your lawn. Mix them, remove debris, scoop about a cup into the bag, and mail it with the prepaid label.
Q: What do you do with soil test results?
A: Your lawn soil test kit results arrive by email and in your My Plan Dashboard in 3-4 weeks after the lab receives them with personalized recommendations. Use them to choose the right nutrients and stop guessing what your grass actually needs. (And our Yard Advisors are always here if you want backup.)
Q: How often should you test your lawn soil?
A: Testing your lawn soil once every couple of years is a solid habit. Soil conditions shift over time, so retesting keeps your lawn care dialed in and nothing goes to waste.