The secret to healthy garden plants is predominately in the soil. Get the soil right and the rest is much easier.
If you are new to gardening one of the first things to do before you start planting is to establish what sort of soil you have. If you test your soil you will know what sort of soil you have you can then choose the right plants to grow in your garden.
The other important factor to consider is the condition that your soil is in. For almost every project in the garden, the quality of the soil is absolutely vital to success. Whether you are planting a border, growing fruit and veg, or simply planting a few new plants, improving your soil will make a huge difference to the health of your plants.
The secret to healthy garden plants is predominately in the soil. Get the soil right and the rest is much easier.
If you are new to gardening one of the first things to do before you start planting is to establish what sort of soil you have. If you test your soil you will know what sort of soil you have you can then choose the right plants to grow in your garden.
The other important factor to consider is the condition that your soil is in. For almost every project in the garden, the quality of the soil is absolutely vital to success. Whether you are planting a border, growing fruit and veg, or simply planting a few new plants, improving your soil will make a huge difference to the health of your plants.
To grow plants in pots or to grow plants from seed you will need to use compost. Not all composts are the same. Choosing the right compost for plants can make all the difference. We want to help you make the right choice for your plants.
Follow the advice on the following pages to improve the health of your soil and to choose the best compost for your plants.
