i still havent got a good tester. but when i test the soil with the strips it says the ph is around 5.8 to 6.0. these strips measures 5 different things, nitrate, nitrite, total hardness, total alkalinity,and ph. i am using well water out of tap. i tested my water and it says the nitrate level is about 20ppm,my nitrite level is at 0, total hardness is around 75 which is soft,alkalinity is low and around 40, the ph is is between 6.2 and 6. 8. i went and looked at it today and theres something fishy i think. i will get some pics later. if you need any more info please ask. i realy appreciate all of your help.