Soils

Soil Types: The Basics

Discover the three mineral components of soil and how all are present in loamy soils.

Percolating Soil (a Test for Good Drainage)

There’s more to healthy soil than having the proper nutrients. Texture and drainage play important roles in having a thriving garden, too. Learn how to perform an easy percolation test to check how fast (or slow) your soil drains, as well as how to fix potential problems.

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You say “dirt,” I say “soil.” Either way, there’s more to that brown (or red) stuff than meets the eye.

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