Before you dig a garden, it's important to figure out what type of soil you have and then select plants (and amend your soil) accordingly.

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Many nutrients, such as calcium and magnesium, may be supplied to plants solely from reserves held ... is referred to as cation exchange capacity or CEC. Soils are composed of a mixture of sand, silt, ...

Record the measurements for sand, silt, and clay ... Select Suitable Plants: Choose plants that thrive in your soil type. Adjust Watering Practices: Modify how and when you water your garden ...