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If you’re starting to get into gardening or if you want to step up your game this season, you’ll need the best potting soil to help your plants grow big and strong. But if you’re new to gardening you may not know what to look for. We’ve included a handy list of specifications and things you should look for in a great potting soil. So read on to find out what you need to be on the lookout for in a great soil.
Organic: If you want to keep your plants naturally, you’ll need an organic potting soil. Going organic means that soils will use things like earthworm castings to keep your plants healthy and strong. Some people don’t feel strongly about organic and don’t want this kind of soil.
Plant Type: Some soils are specifically formulated for special kinds of plants. Some plants like cacti and orchids need a little more special love. If you’re just using your soil for all-purpose planting, you may not need a specialty soil.
Size: If you’re looking for soil to plant lots of different plants in your garden, you may need a larger size bag of soil. If you just want to plant a few things here and there, a smaller bag may be perfect for you.
Outdoor Use: Want a potting soil you can use on all your outdoor plants? Look for this icon for soils that have been specifically formulated for use outside. Some soils can be used both indoors and outdoors.
Region: Some soils are specifically formulated for certain regions. These soils can be used for certain kinds of weather patterns and plant types. If you’re not planting anything that is especially picky in a harsh environment, most soils should work for you.
Weight: If you want a soil you can easily pick up and move around, keep an eye out for the weight. Some soils come in restrictively heavy bags that make them difficult to move around. If your soil lives near your garden, this may not be a problem for you.
So now that you know what you need to be on the lookout for, let’s get you to looking for the best garden soil to buy. If you're in a hurry to get back to your plants, check out our top pick. It’s our top choice for an amazing potting soil that works for many different kinds of plants. If you’re on a tight budget, check out our budget pick. It’s a great soil with an even greater price tag.
Samantha Dewitt
Expert Researcher and Writer
Samantha Dewitt is a lead researcher and writer for GeekWrapped, writing under a pen name. She gets excited about pet, baby, and science products and has over 12 years of experience.
Article last updated on:
September 30, 2019
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