Have you ever wondered what those white pellets were in your potting soil? Well, it's more important than you may know.

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Unlike potting soil, garden soil is heavier and made from native components like sand, silt, or clay mixed with organic material.

Adding straight compost to your soil, regardless if its sand, clay or gravel, is the best way to improve its water holding capacity, add nutrients and prevent erosion.

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