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SOIL TEST KIT

Getting the soil right can be the hardest thing to judge for gardeners. With this home test kit you will easily and accurately be able to test for pH, (N) nitrogen, (P) phosphorus & (K) potassium, approx. 10 times each. The instruction booklet takes you through the easy process of collecting a soil sample, combining it with a few drops of liquid formula and then comparing the result to a colour chart. You can then use this information to purchase the most suitable soil amendments to grow healthy, productive plants.

TM100 $55.00

SOIL pH TEST KIT
Test kit developed by CSIRO, it is very simple and fast to use, an information booklet is included, used carefully it will do up to 100 tests.
TM101 $29.00

More information on soil pH.…

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Lime-Life - a source of organically certified calcium to adjust pH

pH METER

Soil pH has a major impact on nutrient availability. If your soil is much above or below the neutral pH of 7 your plants may not be taking up the nutrients supplied in compost of fertilizers. This hand-held meter provides a simple and convenient way to monitor soil pH. Readings may vary throughout your garden and it is worthwhile to regularly check levels. Simply place the 15 cm long probe into the soil, stir once or twice to ensure even distribution over the surface of the probe, wait 60 seconds for the reading. Take this tool with you when purchasing soil amendments in bulk (mulches, potting mix, etc)

The expandable ‘curly’ cable allows for testing of hard-to-reach areas such as hanging baskets or areas obscured by foliage. The probe can also slide into the back of the meter, enabling one-handed use.

Included is a plant pH preference list.

TM114 $39.50

WEATHER STATION

With this contemporary looking slim line weather station you will have accurate local data. The internal unit can be wall or desk mounted and features an LCD with full clock and calendar functions, dual in/out temperature readings, humidity, barometric pressure and weather trend. Supplied with the unit is an external transmitter to measure outdoor temperature, pressure and humidity. Powered by 2 x AA batteries and 1 CR2032 battery (included). Dimensions: Internal unit 110 mm x 110 mm, External unit 55 mm x 83 mm.

TM108 $59.50

GARDEN MONITORING KIT Save $10.00

Includes one of each:

Ph Meter see description
Moisture Meter see description
Rain Gauge

This rain gauge, calibrated in inches and millimeters, has a reversible bracket so it can be pushed into the ground or mounted on a post. Maximum capacity 120mm.

Window Thermometer

Use the self-adhesive pads to stick this dial thermometer on the outside of a window – you can then read the outside temperature from indoor

TM115 $59.50

MOISTURE METER

This simple and accurate probe will help you to determine the soil moisture levels in your pots or garden beds up to a depth of 20 cm. This information will save you water as you will only water the plants that truly need it and only use as much as is required. No batteries required. The Moisture Meter is 28 cm long.

TM103 $12.50

REFRACTOMETER

Refractometers use a drop of plant sap to measure sugar, mineral and protein levels in plants and fruit. An optimal reading means the plant is better able to resist the pressures of pest, disease and temperature extremes, is fully ripe, has longer shelf life and better yields. It includes instructions and a comprehensive list of optimum brix levels for different crops. This tool will help you to manage your plants for maximum nutritional benefit, maximum impact from fertiliser applications and minimum pest impact.

TM110 $179.50

PLANT SAP EXTRACTOR

This garlic press exerts the pressure required for extracting sap from plant tissue in order to use the Refractometer. To order........

TF135 $25.00

Books with practical information on soil improvement include the following:

Soil Food

Organic Guide to Composting

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