Our soil samples settled over the weekend. When we came in on Monday, we were able to measure the visible layers of sand, silt, and clay.
If you look closely, you can see the thin layer of clay resting on top of the lighter-colored sand and silt.
Using a simple formula, we were able to calculate the percentages of sand, silt, and clay in our garden.
We used this fantastic 3-axis graph, called a soil texture triangle, to determine our soil type.
We got. . . (drumroll). . . LOAM!
Loamy soil is ideal for growing vegetables. In general, it contains more nutrients and humus than sandy soils, it has better infiltration and drainage than silty soils, and it's easier to till than clayey soils. Jackpot!
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