Tag: Sand and clay: a poor mix for the garden

Wheelbarrow of sand on top of red clay soil, with question marks indicating doubt.

by Larry Hodgson March 11, 2021 17

Garden Myths Gardening Soil

Garden Myth: Add Sand to Lighten Clay Soil

Contrary to popular belief, adding sand to a clay soil will not lighten it. In fact, it will make itContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson November 27, 2015 5

Garden Myths Gardening Laidback Gardener Tip of the Day

Gardening Myth: Adding Sand Will Lighten Clay Soil

You often hear that the solution to a heavy clay soil – one that is hard to work, takes foreverContinue Reading

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