We'll also teach you how to amend the soil you have so you can grow the plants you want. Depending on where you live, you're likely to have one of six different types of soil: loam, clay, sandy ...

Learn how to work with and amend this soil type for the best results. If your yard has sandy soil, you may be struggling to ...

Many people are dissatisfied with the soil in their garden. The most common complaint is that the soil is either too sandy or ...

A resource at Agricultural Analytical Services Lab at Penn State can be a good first step toward determining soil health.

Sandy soil is pale coloured and has large particles. These create lots of small air gaps. Water drains through them easily so it usually feels dry. Clay soil is usually sticky and has small particles.

Sandy soil - feels rough and gritty when handled and will not form distinct shapes like clay. It usually has a sandy brown colour and is easy to dig over. Water-logging is rare on such soils as ...