Types of particles. The makeup of micropores and macropores is determined by the soil’s texture, structure and bulk density. Texture is the type of particles, and the percentage of each kind, in ...

All soils contain some level of air, water, organic matter and mineral content. When it comes to gardening, some soil types are superior and have more to offer growing plants.

It refers to the suitability of soil to support plant growth, and it’s a combination of texture, structure, microorganisms and fertility. Soils with good tilth take many forms. “You’re ...

Perlite is the little white pebbles present in the soil of many potted plants you might have purchased. Perlite in its natural state is a volcanic rock that happens to have a high water content ...