Is it worth it to pay for a soil test or just wing it with guesswork?

I dropped $85 on a full soil analysis from a lab in Oregon last spring for my rose bed, and it saved me from dumping a ton of lime I didn't need... but my buddy just uses the cheap home kit and says his tomatoes are fine. What's your experience with spending money on soil tests - did it burn or save you?

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grant5691d ago

Wingin' it turns soil tests into surprise parties for your wallet.

adams821d ago

Yeah I heard someone say skipping soil tests is like playing poker with your crops. Might save time upfront but you're basically betting the whole season on a guess.