organics as well as some sand and fine gravel. Make sure that you soil drains, by filling the hole halfway (after you add in your mix) with water and then check to see how long it takes to drain 2 inches out of the hole.

If it takes more than 1 hour, you need to take other measures to fix the soil (more organics and maybe a drain system if you're really bad)
Lanietheberner Reviewed by Lanietheberner on . Amending hard packed clay soil Looking for any tips on amending and conditioning hard packed clay soil. I'm trying to get started next month when all of my girls are done. I had a hell of a time digging and hauling in soil this year and have now realized that my holes where not big enough to support the growth I'm used to in better soil. I wanted to try to keep my soil conditioners organic if possible by using composted manure, peat and some type of granulated fert, but also need to lower the ph and wasnt sure about hydrated Rating: 5