TPSL Plant Natural® Soil Test for Turfgrass, Lawns & Athletic Fields
Professional Turf Starts With Precision Soil Testing
The Playing Field Begins Below the Surface
Whether you manage an elite sports venue, golf course, municipal park, or high-end estate lawn— surface quality starts in the soil. The TPSL Plant Natural® Turfgrass Soil Test gives you lab-grade insights into the root zone conditions that affect turf performance, resilience, and aesthetics.
This isn’t a garden center soil test. It’s a professional-grade diagnostic used by industry experts to maintain elite playing surfaces under real-world pressure.
Why Professionals Use This Test
✔️ Designed for athletic field managers, groundskeepers, and landscape architects
✔️ Identifies soil issues affecting turf health, drainage, color, and compaction
✔️ Informs targeted nutrient programs, soil remediation, and overseeding strategies
✔️ Trusted by stadiums, municipalities, sports complexes, and high-end turf specialists
What’s Included in Your Analysis
Soil Structure & Salinity
- Texture – Affects compaction, drainage, and root development
- pH – Controls nutrient availability and microbial life
- Electrical Conductivity (EC) – Detects salinity buildup from irrigation or fertilizers
- Carbonates (CO₃) – Can raise pH and tie up nutrients, especially in arid climates
Nutrient Profile
- Nitrate-Nitrogen (NO₃-N) – Indicates available nitrogen for green-up and growth
- Phosphate (P₂O₅) – Essential for rooting and early turf establishment
- Potassium (H₂O & CO₂ extractable) – Key for turf durability, stress tolerance, and wear recovery
- Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium (H₂O & CO₂ extractable) – Influence turf texture, nutrient mobility, and compaction risk
Micronutrients & Salts
- Boron (B), Zinc (Zn), Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn), Copper (Cu) – Support chlorophyll production, disease resistance, and turf color
- Sulfates (SO₄-S) – Important for turf growth and protein synthesis, especially in sandy soils
Soil Ratios
- Na:Ca and Na:Mg Ratios – High sodium relative to calcium or magnesium can lead to compaction, poor infiltration, and thatch buildup— critical metrics for irrigated fields and high-traffic zones
Deliverables:
- Color-Coded, 2-Page Lab Report
Easy to interpret, with problem areas clearly highlighted - Turf-Specific Fertility Recommendations
Developed for lawns, golf courses, and athletic fields - Plant Removal Rates
Helps you balance nutrition with turf usage over time - Fertilizer Guidelines
Product-neutral advice tailored to your current soil conditions
Sample Requirements & Turnaround
- Sample Depth: 0–6 inches (topsoil/root zone)
- Sample Size: 3–4 cups of soil
- Turnaround Time: 5–7 business days from lab receipt
Who It’s For
- Athletic field managers
- Golf course superintendents
- Municipal parks departments
- High-end landscape professionals
- Sports turf contractors and consultants
Why Choose TPS Lab for Turf?
- Trusted by elite sports venues and large-scale turf managers
- In-depth analysis focused on performance, not just plant survival
- Backed by 80+ years of agronomic and soil testing expertise
- Reports designed to support actionable decisions, not guesswork
Order the TPSL Plant Natural® Turfgrass Soil Test Today
If your turf is your reputation, start with the test built for professionals. Get the insights you need to deliver performance, resilience, and color that stands out.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are your business hours?
Our office is open Monday thru Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. We do close for major holidays, so we recommend ordering your testing and sending your sample early if a holiday is coming up. You can always reach us by email. Just send us a message at info@tpslab.com
- When will I get my results?
We understand that you need your results as soon as possible. That is why we make sure to begin processing your samples as soon as they arrive at our laboratory. When the results are ready, we will email them to the email address you provided on your submittal form. The list below will give you an idea of our usual turnaround times.
Soil Tests: 5-7 Business days
Water Tests: 5 - 7 Business days
Plants Tests: 24 - 48 Hours
Compost Tests: 7 - 14 Business days
Fertilizer Tests: 3 - 5 Business days
Heavy Metals Test: 7 - 14 Business days
We offer a rush option for an additional 50% of the testing cost, but we would encourage you to give yourself time to test before you get to a point where a rush is needed.
