The bulk of soil is made up of a mixture of organic matter, rock and mineral particles ... soil because most plants will grow in it, this is brown and crumbly in texture and similar to that ...

It’s that time of year again when gardeners start buying plants and planning this year’s flower and vegetable gardens.

Chalky soil is a light brown soil. Water drains through it quickly. Peat does not contain any rock particles. It's made from very old decayed plants and is dark, crumbly and rich in nutrients.