Soil Amendment

What This Service Involves

Plants only perform as well as the soil they grow in. We test and assess your soil, then amend it with compost, minerals, and conditioners to correct the issues holding your landscape back – compaction, poor drainage, low fertility, or pH problems common in the acidic Pacific Northwest. Whether prepping a new bed or reviving an existing one, proper amendment gives roots the structure, air, and nutrients they need to establish and thrive long term.

Benefits

Corrects the real limits on plant health; Better drainage and root aeration; Balanced fertility and pH; Prepares beds for strong establishment; Tailored to PNW acidic clay soils

Our Process

1) Assess or test the soil; 2) Identify the amendments needed; 3) Incorporate compost and conditioners; 4) Adjust pH and fertility as required; 5) Grade and prep for planting

What Affects the Cost

Area treated; Soil condition and test results; Amendment types and volume; Incorporation labor

Best Time of Year

Best in spring or fall before planting; pH corrections benefit from lead time.