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Yard and garden projects often require more soil than you have available. Use these tips to help you learn how much topsoil you need.| The Spruce
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Topsoil is sold by the cubic measure, but how much it weighs makes a difference in quality. Here's how to choose the best topsoil for landscaping and gardening.| The Spruce
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When buying soil, compost, or mulch in bulk for your property, determine what you need and how much of it, understand costs, and plan for delivery.| The Spruce
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Learn about the difference between potting soil and potting mix and which one is better for potted plants and container gardens.| The Spruce
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What are the different types of seeds and what does it mean when the packets says open-pollinated, hybrid, or heirloom? Learn about different seed types.| The Spruce
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Humus is decayed organic matter that is crucial for plant growth. Learn what humus consists of, how to make it, and how to add it to your garden soil.| The Spruce
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Loose, crumbly loam is what all gardeners are told they need, but what is loam soil? Here is a breakdown of what is in loam soil and how to get it.| The Spruce
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Peat moss, a soil amendment that retains water, is used in gardens and containers. Learn about its pros and cons and more sustainable alternatives.| The Spruce
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Here's how to test your soil pH using vinegar and baking soda. Other home methods to test for acidity or alkalinity include test strips and a pH meter.| The Spruce
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Soil pH is not a nutrient, but a plant suffers nutritionally when the ground it is growing in has the wrong pH. Find out why and how to correct it.| The Spruce