"Ann" wrote in message
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William Wagner expounded:


I would add sand to your soil to improve drainage. I would forget the
idea of using mulch. I'd also make sure any runoff is drawn away from
your garden.

Sand plus clay equals concrete. Much better to add organic matter.
--
Ann, gardening in Zone 6a


Not only that, but there *are* places where it doesn't matter WHAT you add
to the soil. It's just wet, for any number of reasons.