How do you choose bagged soil at the nursery? Topsoil is the outermost layer of soil covering the Earth. An average soil sample has 45% minerals, 25% water, 25% air and 5% organic matter. The soil ...

Going into the bagged soil aisle at a greenhouse gives us almost as many choices as the cereal aisle at the grocery store. Each bag of soil mix can have a place in one of your gardening projects.

A lot of this comes down to a few myths that are passed down by neighbors, family, and well-meaning advice on the internet.

We know it's tempting to cut corners when you're starting a raised bed garden, especially considering how expensive bagged soil can be these days. Not to mention that every time you open your phone ...

Soil is our most valuable resource for growing everything from flowers to food plants. Understanding your soil will inform which plants you can grow, how often you should water and more. Bagged garden ...

Have you ever stood in front of the bagged soil products displayed at your local nursery supply store and wondered, “Which one should I buy?” You might see bags labeled potting soil, planting mix, ...

This story was originally published in March 2020. You’ve heard of topsoil and potting soil and maybe even seed-starting soil. Did you know there also are organic soil, vegan soil and soil blends just ...

As gardeners, we are challenged. Florida’s soils are made up mostly of sand. Most lots are backfilled with soil when the house is built, creating extra challenges. But no matter what you are growing ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you’ve ever wandered through the bagged soil section at your local garden or nursery center, you may ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Our minds and shovels are ready for full throttle outdoor planting — but is your soil ready? Soil is the living medium for plants to grow; we have plenty of ...