Scientific Plant Service


Nutrient Management & Soil Testing

Scientific Plant Service uses soil testing and nutrient management to make sure your turf gets what it needs, in the right amounts, without guesswork or waste.

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Healthy lawns start with healthy soil. Fertilizer, lime, and other products only work well if they are matched to what is already in the ground.

Our entire service area lies within the Chesapeake Bay watershed, so careful nutrient use is not only good for your lawn, it is also important for the environment.

Why Soil Testing Comes First?

A soil test is like a health checkup for your lawn. Instead of guessing, we measure what is really happening below the surface.
Soil testing helps us:

- Determine soil pH and whether lime is needed.
- Measure key nutrients such as phosphorus and potassium.
- Identify imbalances that may be limiting turf growth.
- Decide if any additional products are truly necessary.

Soil tests are performed on all turf properties, as required by Maryland state law when phosphorus is applied to lawn areas. That means your lawn care program is built on real data, not assumptions.
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Our Soil Testing Process

Step

1

Soil sample collection
We extract soil cores from multiple spots across your lawn to create a representative sample. These are sealed in special containers to protect the integrity of the sample.

Step

2

Independent laboratory analysis
Samples are sent to an independent, accredited lab for detailed testing. The lab evaluates pH, phosphorus, potassium, and other important indicators of soil fertility.

Step

3

Clear recommendations
When test results show the need for adjustments in phosphorus, potassium, or pH, we provide specific recommendations to correct those deficiencies. That may include lime, targeted fertilizer blends, or other amendments.

Step

4

Program adjustments over time
As your soil improves, we can adjust your lawn care program so it continues to match current conditions instead of over-treating the lawn.

Nutrient Management In The Chesapeake Bay Watershed

Because all of our properties drain toward the Chesapeake Bay, nutrient management is a key responsibility. Excess fertilizer that is not used by turf can move off site through runoff or leaching.

This is good for your turf, good for the Bay, and good for your budget.

Our nutrient management approach:

  • Follows Maryland nutrient management requirements.
  • Uses soil test results to avoid unnecessary fertilizer applications.
  • Focuses on applying the right product at the right rate and the right time.
  • Helps your lawn thrive while minimizing the risk of nutrient runoff.

Custom Blends And Modern Fertilizer Technology

Once we know what your soil needs, we can select or design fertilizer blends that match those needs.

Controlled-release technology lets us apply less nitrogen than many traditional programs while still delivering excellent color and growth.

Our programs often use:

  • POLYON controlled-release fertilizer, which feeds slowly over time rather than all at once.
  • Custom formulations based on your soil test results and turf requirements.
  • Application rates that are calculated to provide enough nutrition without excessive leftovers in the soil.

How Often Should Soil Be Tested?

Soil fertility is not fixed. Nutrient levels change with:

- Fertilizer and lime applications.
- Organic matter inputs such as clippings or compost.
- Plant uptake as the lawn grows.
- Rainfall and weather patterns.

For most established lawns, soil testing every two to three years is usually enough to stay on top of changes. New lawns, problem areas, or properties with major renovations may benefit from more frequent testing until things stabilize.
We can help you decide on a testing schedule based on your lawn’s history and goals.

Benefits Of Nutrient Management & Soil Testing

When you build your lawn care program on solid soil information.

It is one of the most cost-effective steps you can take to support long-term lawn health.

You gain:

  • Healthier turf with better color, density, and root growth.
  • More efficient fertilizer use, with fewer wasted applications.
  • Improved diagnosis of lawn problems related to pH or nutrient imbalance.
  • Environmental protection by keeping nutrients where they belong in the lawn, not in local waterways.
  • Clear guidance instead of trial and error with store-bought products.

Connect Soil Testing With Your Lawn Care Program

Nutrient Management & Soil Testing works hand in hand with other Scientific Plant Service offerings, including:

- Lawn Care and Basic 1-2-3 Weed & Feed programs.
- Crucial Cultural Tools such as aeration and seeding.
- Grubs and Insects and Turf Disease Control services.

The better we understand your soil, the better we can fine-tune the rest of your program.
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Ready To Understand What Your Soil Really Needs?

If you are tired of guessing about fertilizer or not getting the results you expect from your lawn, it may be time for a soil test. Call Scientific Plant Service or request a Nutrient Management & Soil Testing evaluation. We will sample your lawn, review the lab results with you, and build a plan that feeds your turf based on real numbers, not guesswork.