Sandy Loam Very Hard on Top After Watering
Posted: Fri May 29, 2009 11:45 am
I've just built 3 raised beds and had sandy loam delivered with which I've filled the beds. I then added compost on the top and mixed it about half way down into the soil. My problem comes after a rain or watering the plants/seeds. When it dries the soil creates a very hard top layer about 1/4-1/2" deep. I'm worried that the seeds that's I've sown are going to be able to break through it. I'd also like to avoid having the re-till or break up this hard layer any time I'd like to work with it. What do I need to add to the soil to prevent the hard layer on top forming? Let me know if you need any other information.