Soil Texture

Soil texture—the balance of sand, silt, and clay in your soil—plays a major role in how well your vegetables grow. It affects drainage, aeration, nutrient retention, and root development. Understanding your soil’s texture helps you make smarter choices about watering, amending, and planting. Why Soil Texture Matters Every soil is a mix of three main…

Most gardeners know their soil can be sandy, loamy, or clayey—but that’s only half the story. Soil texture and soil structure may sound similar, but they describe two very different (and equally important) qualities of soil. Understanding the difference—and how to improve both—is one of the most powerful ways to grow stronger, healthier vegetable crops….

Every vegetable gardener has faced the question: Why does my soil behave the way it does? Some soils drain too quickly, some hold water like a sponge, and others form hard clods that roots can’t penetrate. The answer lies in soil texture—the natural mix of clay, silt, and sand particles that make up your soil….