Buying top soil seems odd to most farmers or gardeners. There are times when this becomes necessary to improve the condition of your planting area. When the existing soil becomes depleted and is of poor quality, it is time to add top soil to enrich it. If you live in Connecticut and arrive at the decision that it is time to enrich your planting area, you will want to find a company that sells Top soil in Connecticut.
Consider these few tips before buying a load of top soil so you make the best choice in soil and in the company selling it.
* If you have clay or sandy soil, top soil is a must to improve drainage and soil quality. A plant’s roots thrive in rich soil that promotes good drainage and is full of nutrients. Top soil can help provide this.
* If you are introducing seeds, bulbs, or new plants to your garden or flower beds, top soil will help the new plants become established and is great for new root growth.
* Over time, a garden or flower bed’s soil becomes deprived and depleted of the valuable nutrients found in the soil. Top soil will help replace what has been used up and totally removed from your soil. When you notice a decline in your plants’ health and they seem to be more susceptible to plant related diseases and insects, this is a huge indicator that the soil is in poor quality. Top soil will improve not only the health of your soil but of your plants.
* When choosing a company that offers top soil for sale, ask for the screening methods used. Quality and condition of top soil varies from company to company. You want to purchase a high quality top soil and not just a mound of dirt. Remember, you get what you pay for.
* Ask the top soil company if they deliver if you are in need of a large quantity of top soil. At times it is advantageous to let them deliver to your location.
Top soil is very important to your lawn, garden, and planting areas. Do your research on the company you are considering and make sure you are getting the best product to enrich and beautify your garden or yard.
Dunning Sand & Gravel offers extensive selection of Top Soils & Mulches for your gardening and farming need in Connecticut.