Grow & Garden Digging Deep
• Sandy: Carrots, beets, onions and succulents
• Silty: Trees and shrubs
• Loamy: Most garden plants and vegetables
Add Organic Matter
Compost helps retain moisture and nutrients in the soil, allowing your plants to thrive. You can use food scraps and yard waste, as they contain all-natural materials and ingredients that are beneficial for plants.
Apply Mulch
Mulch acts as a protective blanket for the soil. A good layer of mulch retains moisture, meaning you’ ll need to water less often. It also keeps the soil cooler during hot days and warmer on cool nights, reducing stress on plant roots.
Monitor
Watering
Watering isn’ t just for the plants, but your soil, too. How and when you water can affect root health and the living organisms in the soil. I prefer to water thoroughly and less frequently, rather than with a light sprinkle daily, so plant roots have enough moisture to grow deeper into the soil.
Get Your Ground Ready
As you prepare your soil for spring, remember that you’ re engaging with a precious resource. Give it the tender loving care it deserves to set your garden up for success later. Go ahead and get your hands dirty.
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