Master Gardener volunteer conducts a pH soil test on a soil sample
Image by Sandy Repp

A soil pH test is a great first step to successful gardening.

CCE Albany County Consumer Horticulture/Services


*The Master Gardener Volunteers are on winter break until March 2nd. CCE Albany County staff will be answering the Hotline and responding to emails during this time. Please leave a detailed message when calling with your gardening questions and include pictures when emailing. We will try to respond within a few days. Thank you for your patience! 518-765-3514 | albanymg@cornell.edu*


Last updated December 23, 2025