{"product_id":"2-in-1-ph-soil-moisture-meter","title":"Aussie Gardener 2 in 1 pH \u0026 Soil Moisture Meter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis clever device doesn't need any batteries and will give you readings on the pH level of your garden beds as well as the moisture content. \u003cbr\u003eSimply insert the two prongs into pre-dug soil and look at the meter reading in the top. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #80ff00;\"\u003eRetailer Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis style of battery free meters often gets a bad rap as being unreliable. We checked with the manufacturer and learnt the biggest issue is incorrect usage. \u003cbr\u003eThe moisture meter is pretty simple, stick into soft soil and check the reading. A lot of customers like this for indoor plants as they discovered that in many cases they were overwatering! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo measure pH though it requires an extra step. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe soil MUST be soaking wet\u003c\/span\u003e, as in a muddy consistency. This gives the soil particles maximum contact with the probes which produces a tiny charge which moves the needle. \u003cbr\u003eThis device does NOT work in pure liquids like vinegar. It picks up the charge from the soil particles. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's important to note that the needle shouldn't do big swings (unless you have very alkaline or strongly acidic soil which in most cases will not be the case)\u003cbr\u003eThe needles starting position is 7 which is a neutral pH. \u003cbr\u003eLeave it in very wet soil for 1 minute and ensure the probes are all the way into the soil. \u003cbr\u003eYou may then see slow movement in either direction telling you whether you have alkaline or acidic soil, or hopefully neutral soil which is what most plants love. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlways clean off the probes after use. There is a scourer included in the pack to keep them free of corosion. Store the Soil pH\/moisture meter inside in between use. You cannot leave it outside in the garden as rain will damage the internal mechanism. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA great add on sale to have at the checkout. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupplied in a retail friendly cardboard backing with clear plastic cover suitable for slatwall hooks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions about the 2 in 1 pH \u0026amp; Soil Moisture Meter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"6689a0c9-3ff5-4385-9a4d-e3d7ba55348c\" data-name=\"Aussie Gardener 2 in 1 pH \u0026amp; Soil Moisture Meter FAQ\" class=\"vw-page-tabs id6689a0c9-3ff5-4385-9a4d-e3d7ba55348c\" s=\"\"\u003eLoading...\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aussie Gardener","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":48168690352417,"sku":"AG01017","price":19.54,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/7727\/6449\/products\/Aussie-Gardener-pH-Moisture-meter.jpg?v=1708925560","url":"https:\/\/www.aussiegardenerwholesale.com.au\/products\/2-in-1-ph-soil-moisture-meter","provider":"Aussie Gardener Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}