Understanding Soil Types

You can choose the right plants for your garden and keep them healthy by knowing the type of soil you...

Different plants thrive in different soils, due to this you will need to know the pH of the soil before...

“Heavy soils,” or soils with a lot of fine clay particles, are difficult to manage but can be very fertile...

In Britain, there are many alkaline soils, many of which are chalky because they are made from chalk or limestone....

So that ericaceous plants like camellias, blueberries, heathers, and rhododendrons can grow, acidifying garden soil will lower its pH. In...

When soil is covered with plastic sheets or cloches in the spring, it warms up faster than uncovered soil and...

Preparing garden soil is the foundation of successful plant growth. It sets the stage for healthy roots, vigorous growth, and...

Often referred to as light soils, sandy soils are well-drained but will dry out quickly and can struggle to hold...

There are different types of soil that have different characteristics. We have an article on all the soil types, but...