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Is Topsoil Necessary?
If you’ve ever thought a lot about topsoil then you’re in a very small minority of people. Unlike other aspects of gardening, like discussing the prize onions at the local country show, topsoil doesn’t hold the same interest as a topic.
Well, it’s time topsoil became a hit conversation because it’s really very interesting. It’s not just one but two attributes of topsoil that make it so exciting.
The primary point to make is that topsoil is one of the most important elements to Earth’s make-up and if it didn’t exist, we wouldn’t be able to survive.
Is Topsoil Necessary?
Without a topsoil of good quality it becomes ever more tricky for the gardener to grow the best plants and veg. New topsoil is only required if the existing soil is of dubious quality and has never been looked after.
Understanding the level of organic matter in your topsoil’s texture will determine the level of nutrients that will make your vegetation grow better. The texture should feel like a slightly heavier uncooked crumble mixture for an apple crumble and it should feel moist without gushing water.
Adding organic matter to the soil is one way to improve the texture of the topsoil should the crumbly feel go amiss. Using farmyard manure with plenty of straw mixed into it will do the topsoil a world of good, especially if left over the winter to breakdown.
Some topsoil however will not improve no matter how much you add quality enhancers, and when this is the case, it’s time to buy new topsoil.
Topsoil suppliers should meet the highest standards of production to avoid contamination and the standards set out in British regulation can ensure this happens.
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