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Terminology

Interpreting Horticulture Analysis

Soil
Potting Soil
Soiless Media
Fertilizer
Organic Fertilizer
Fertigation
Water Quality
 

 

   Horticulture is the science and art of growing fruit, flowers, ornamental plants, vegetables and the cultivation of plants.  Horticulturists work in plant propagation, crop production, plant breeding and genetic engineering.

   Agri Analysis, Inc. can test any of the following materials for nutrient value:

  • Soil
  • Potting Soil
  • Soiless Media
  • Fertilizer
  • Fertigation Solution
  • Water Quality
  • Plant Tissue Material

 

Soil

The unconsolidated mineral or organic material on the immediate surface of the earth that serves as a natural medium for the growth of land plants.

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Potting Soil

Is nutrient enriched soil suited for potted plants designed to boost plant growth.

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Soiless Media

Is typically made up of various combinations of bark, perlite, vermiculite, polystyrene beads and peat mosses.

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Fertilizer

Chemicals or minerals containing nutrients necessary for healthy plant and or turfgrass growth.

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Organic Fertilizer

Materials found in nature containing nutrients necessary for healthy plant and or turfgrass growth.

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Fertigation

The application of fertilizer by using a liquid medium under controlled conditions.

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Water Quality 

Unlocking the chemical composition and properties of water.

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