Before you dig a garden, it's important to figure out what type of soil you have and then select plants (and amend your soil) ...

This type of soil contains at least 25 percent ... sandy soils—but less of the drawbacks from both." Identifying Loamy Soil "Loamy soil will hold its shape slightly, but [then] easily fall ...

What you do need, though, is the right type of soil. While specifics vary by tree, fruit trees generally require well-draining, loamy soil to flourish and produce fruit. Healthy soil is essential ...

The relative proportions of all these, along with pH, determine soil type. The pH of a soil refers ... neutral is pH7 and alkaline is above seven. Loamy soil - often seen as the ultimate garden ...