Here’s a 101 guide to mixing soil for growing edible plants! This video covers Part 1 on soil basics, where you will learn the differences between sandy, loamy and clayey soil.
This video is produced as part of the Gardening with Edibles programme to guide your through your gardening journey – from planting the seeds to harvesting and cooking them in your kitchen. Nurture a love for gardening and join us in our journey to transform Singapore into a City in Nature. To learn more, visit www.go.gov.sg/gardening-with-edibles
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Hi can you share with me how I can create a sandy loam soil for melons? I have the following: Vermicast, black soil, compost, composted chicken manure, perlite, vermiculite, sand, moss. A ratio will be the best. Thank you!
@NParksSG, what do u add to create Loamy soil?
Can we use organic soil for edible plants?
Good information. Thanks
No wonder my pandan didn't survive.
why don't make it on the shelf at all supermarkets? it's a huge business
#savesoil #consciousplanet