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Originally Posted by theowls
Hi All
Recently built raised beds (quite deep and long) and need to fill them for plants and shrubs (not herbs or veg). Will require 2-3 tonnes of soil to fill the beds - but what sort of soil should I be looking to use? Will normal topsoil suffice or should I use blended topsoil, blended loam...help!
How do I know I will be purchasing decent quality soil? Can anyone recommend a decent source/supplier in the Berkshire region.
Should I use richer soil/compost blend around the roots of the shrubs and plants?
Any advice would be most appreciated.
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Most decent garden centres will sell good soil and loam/compost. Google soils and loams and look for a reputable brand name when you go into the centre. Most will even sell it online. Your best bet if unsure is to ask for the garden centre manager and he will be full of knowledge. If he seems uncertain, then leave and try elsewhere. I am not sure about retailers in berkshire, but if you were looking for soil or compost from a garden centre in Durham then I could have helped you out. Sorry.