When shopping for soils - there's so many to choose from. From raised bed mixes to potting soils, top soils and compost; what to use and where? Here's a quick rule of thumb when it comes to soils!
WHEN TO: Use Raised Bed Mix
• To assist in water retention and aeration in your containers, greenhouse, or raised gardens
• Start each year with a 3-4 inch layer mixed in with some old soil
PRO TIP → Refresh garden soil each year for best plant performance!
WHEN TO: Use Top Soil
• To increase added nutrients to soil
• Also used as main ingredient in soil mixes
• Can be used as a top dressing for any landscape project
WHEN TO: Use Compost
• To add nutrients + increase soil conditions for growing
• Aid in retaining moisture in soil
• Extremely versatile
• Proven results with flower beds, trees, shrubs + vegetable gardens
WHEN TO: Use Potting Soil
• To give added nutrients to soil
• Commonly used in container mixes, greenhouse mixes, potting soils, box gardens or any other general soil prep!