Soil Amendments
Healthy Soil Makes for Healthy Plants

Before you begin planting a new bed make sure your bedding soil is at its best. Organic soil amendments will improve the texture, drainage, and nutrient availability in the soil. There are many types of soil amendments available.

When selecting an amendment consider the plants you will be installing and their requirements as well as the current condition of your soil. Most plants prefer a moist, well-drained, loamy soil high in organic matter. However, some plants, such as portulaca and purslane, prefer a dry, well-drained, sandy soil with very little organic matter. When planning a bed, select plants with similar soil, light, and water requirements.

When adding soil amendments till in the amendments to at least an 18-24" depth.

Soil Amendments