Before you dig a garden, it's important to figure out what type of soil you have and then select plants (and amend your soil) accordingly.

We'll also teach you how to amend the soil you have so you can grow the plants you want. Depending on where you live, you're likely to have one of six different types of soil: loam, clay, sandy ...

This soil type has a balanced combination ... but this guide will provide everything you need to know. Loam is a combination ...

The relative proportions of all these, along with pH, determine soil type ... the summer. Sandy soil - feels rough and gritty when handled and will not form distinct shapes like clay.

Spokane’s South Hill has a lot of clay ... soils are a mix of Palouse loam and the remnants of the glacial flood scouring and outwash. North of Spokane toward Deer Park, the soils are sandy ...

Sandy soil is pale coloured and has large particles. These create lots of small air gaps. Water drains through them easily so it usually feels dry. Clay soil is usually sticky and has small particles.