On these still balmy late summer evenings, some of us are enjoying fires in the garden. But before emptying the ash, remember that #woodash raises the pH of the #soil, making it more alkaline, which can be hugely damaging to plants that prefer acidic soil such as blueberries etc

Us Brits love a good burn-up, whether it is #barbecuing in the summer or #chimineas & #firepits as the nights drew in. If you think your #soil has been contaminated by wood or coal ash, #SafeSoilUK offers testing suites that can help put your mind at ease safesoil.co.uk

"How sociable the garden was. We ate and talked in given light. The children put their toys to grass All the warm wakeful August night." - Thomas Gunn #QuoteOfTheDay #ThomasGunn #SafeSoilUK #garden #grass #children #August

Dont risk it, test it with #SafeSoilUK #Soil contaminated with high levels of #heavymetals such as lead and mercury can cause a variety of severe health issues to our soil, our #plants and us! We work exclusively with UK industry-standard #labs ensuring accurate test results.

Weekend incoming and we are looking forward to the #BankHoliday! What jobs will you be doing in the #garden? It's a great time to get your #soilsamples taken for testing... just saying! safesoil.co.uk

"In the garden, Autumn is, indeed the crowning glory of the year, bringing us the fruition of months of thought and care and toil. And at no season, safe perhaps in Daffodil time, do we get such superb color effects as from August to November." -  #RoseGKingsley #QuoteOfTheDay

Will you be beaching it this #BankHoliday? Whether it is dipping your toes in the #sea at the #beach or in the sea of green in your back #garden have a fab #BankHoliday! #SafeSoilUK

It seems that the healthier the soil, the more sound it makes! Is your soil whispering or clicking, crackling and popping? Check out your soil health at #SafeSoilUK! theguardian.com/environment/ar… #soilhealth #noisysoil The Guardian

“To be a successful farmer one must first know the nature of the soil.” — Xenophon, Oeconomicus, 400 B.C. #QuoteOfTheDay #Xenophen #soil #soilquote #Oeconomicus #SafeSoilUK #400BC

Are you ready for #OrganicSeptember? Soil organic matter comprises #plant & animal detritus at various stages of decomposition, along with the cells & tissues of #soilmicrobes, & the diverse substances synthesized by these #microorganisms. #soilorganic #SafeSoilUK #organicsoil

Glyphosate? AMPA? What are they? Glyphosate is a non-selective herbicide that kills most plants by inhibiting the production of certain proteins necessary for growth. AMPA is the primary degradation product of glyphosate with a similar chemical structure safesoil.co.uk/product-page/g…

"By all these lovely tokens, September days are here. With summer's best of weather and autumn's best of cheer." -Helen Hunt Jackson #QuoyteOfTheDay #HelenHuntJackson #SafeSoilUK #September #HelloSeptember

What's that you say? Can you take soil samples at any time of year? Yes, you can, as long as the ground is not frozen. Check out the #SafeSoilUK FAQs for all the information you need! safesoil.co.uk/faqs #soilsamples #soil #soiltesting #soiltests #soilscience #testyoursoil

Healthy soil consists of a harmonious blend of organic matter, minerals, air, and water, and is brimming with microorganisms. Is yours as healthy as it can be? Find out with #SafeSoilUK! safesoil.co.uk #healthysoil #organicmatter #minerals #air #water

Do you want to give your #soil some TLC in the autumn months? The RHS say that #claysoils will appreciate an #autumndig. This allows frost to break up soil over the winter, improving the structure. Why get your #soiltested for good measure too? safesoil.co.uk

#SafeSoilUK offers #soiltestingservices to help ensure the quality & safety of soil: Quality: Soil testing to help #gardens thrive Contamination: In-depth testing for potentially #harmfulcontaminants Fertility: Testing for #fertilitylevels safesoil.co.uk

At #SafeSoilUK, we provide top-notch testing services that will put your mind at ease when it comes to the health of your #soil! Whether you want to ensure your soil is conducive to a #thrivinggarden or need in-depth testing for health-harming #contaminants, we've got you covered

"September! I never tire of turning it over in my mind. It has warmth, depth, and colour. It glows like old amber." — Patience Strong #QuoteOfTheDay #PatienceStrong #SafeSoilUK #September #nature #SeptemberColours

Root out potentially harmful #contaminants in your garden with the help of #SafeSoilUK. Whether you have an urban garden, one by the sea or live in the countryside, we will have a #soiltest to suit you and your growing area! safesoil.co.uk #urbangarden #seasidegarden

Our #SafeSoilUK Standard Contamination #SoilTest is only £250 and includes testing for these ... #Arsenic (As) #Cadmium (Cd) #Calcium (Ca) #Chromium (Cr) #Copper (Cu) #Iron (Fe) #Lead (Pb) #Mercury (Hg, total) #Nickel (Ni) #Selenium (Se) & many more! safesoil.co.uk/product-page/s…