Sorting Soils
Whether you grow vegetables, flowers or greenery — is that it all comes straight from your soil. Amazing, right? That’s why it’s so important to understand the soil you’re working with, and how to make the most of it for the plants you want to grow.
Here’s a handy snapshot of the primary types of soil and what grows best in them.
Topsoil vs. Potting Soil
Topsoil is a natural layer of dirt that forms on the ground’s surface. When gardening in raised beds, it’s important to apply a nutrient-rich top soil for best results.
Potting soil is actually a mixture of organic matter, such as pine bark and peat moss and other decomposing materials, designed to be especially nutritious when starting plants in pots or raised containers.
CountryMax offers a variety of topsoil and potting soils designed for specific plant types.
Compost Mix
Compost is considered a soil amendment — an additive made from organic materials like plant-based food scraps, decomposed plant trimmings and manure. Combined with soil, compost can improve aeration, drainage and the nutrient retention. Many avid gardeners create their own compost. Of course, CountryMax also has proven compost mixes to save you time.
Premium Soils Really Do Make a Difference
Better soil can help any plant grow faster and stronger. That’s why premium soil products have expanded quickly in the past five years. Here are few you’ll find at CountryMax.
Coast Of Maine Tomatoes & Vegetables Soil.
Specially crafted for plentiful and more flavorful tomatoes and vegetables. Made with premium ingredients, it contains compost, lobster, peat moss and lime.
Coast Of Maine Bar Harbor Blend Organic Potting Soil
Ideal for houseplants, hanging baskets, window boxes and outdoor containers. Rich, dark brown and full bodied soil.
Miracle-Gro® Raised Bed Soil
Bigger, more bountiful plants! Get the right foundation your raised bed plants. 100% organic formula requires no mixing! Simply add this soil to your raised bed garden to grow your vegetables, fruits, flowers and herbs.
Fox Farm Happy Frog Potting Soil
Between the earthworm castings, the bat guano, and the aged forest products, your container plants have never felt so good.
CountryMax Top Soil
All-natural growing medium that can be used to replace or improve native soil. Excellent for planting trees and shrubs. Great additive for vegetable and flower gardens.