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Soil is composed mostly of mineral particles, air, water, and organic matter—plants need all of these to live.
The quantities can vary and determine the type of soil you have.
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Sandy – light and drains rapidly Clay – heavy, sticky, and becomes
waterlogged Medium loam – moisture retentive yet
well drained
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Acid Soil – yellow-orange, pH value below 7 and soil is acidic
Neutral Soil – bright green, pH value of 7 and soil is neutral
Alkaline Soil – dark green, pH above 7 and soil is alkaline
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Clear the site—no roots, weeds, large rocks, etc.
Improve soil texture and structure—through both adding organic & inorganic matter.
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ORGANIC MATTER –Well-rotted manure, leafmold (decomposed fallen leaves), composted shredded bark, plant fibers
Grass clippings, old flowers, coffee grounds, egg shells, craps for kitchen items (like cut-off peels, pieces of onion, apple cores, etc.) & other once living, but now dead things