I am in process of removing around 80-year-old plants from my historic home. Do you recommend augmenting the soil prior to planti

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ng the new plants? If the answer is YES to the above question, how do I do that?

Answer 1

Yes, it would be nice to enrich the soil before planting again. You can add amendments such as compost and manure. To really bring the soil to peak condition, get a soil test to see what nutrients, if any, are lacking. Your local cooperative extension group can help with that.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/improving-garden-soil.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-to-condition-soil.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search