On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 19:09:35 GMT, "Duncan Tuna"
wrote:

Our backyard garden has bad dirt. It's amazing how it can rain, yet 24
hours later, the soil is dry and cracked.

I'm thinking of renting a tiller this spring and improve the soil. What
should I mix in to improve the soil? Peat? Peat moss? Compost? Something
else?

Thanks!


In addition to earlier advice, be aware that most tree roots exist in
the top 12-24 inches of soil. If you have trees, do not rototill the
soil within the trees' driplines. Top-dressing with compost is
probably your best bet. Worms and insects will carry it downward for
you.

Keith Babberney
ISA Certified Arborist #TX-0236AT