But what is loam soil exactly? And how do you know if that's what you have in your garden? This soil type has a balanced combination of different-sized soil particles that provide good drainage ...

Soil with a nearly equal balance of these particles is called loam. Read on for more facts about the four types of soil and how they affect your plant choices, plant health, and soil maintenance.

Once you get your soil to the preferences of your plants, mulch or add plant cover so it does not get washed away. Let the ...