Healthy soil has a good balance of air and water space, supports beneficial organisms and provides nutrients for plant growth.

• Get your soil tested and amend where necessary for your plant selections.

• Till your planting areas and incorporate organic matter to improve drainage and provide nutrients.

• Organic matter improves drainage and provides nutrients.

• Minimize activities that may compact the soil.

• Compaction limits root growth, reduces water infiltration and plant growth and increases runoff..

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