Rasied bed soil preparation

Question

Do I have to apply lime and rock dust every time I prepare the soil for planting? I look forward to your reply and thanks.

Regards
Serina

Answer 1

A soil test is the best way to determine what your soil needs.
Contacting your local county extension office can help you with this.

Here are some links about preparing soil for gardening.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/improving-garden-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/vegetable-garden-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/using-topsoil-and-potting-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/projects/how-to-solarize-garden-beds-to-eliminate-garden-pests-in-the-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/