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Why is loam used in some composts?

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Anonymous

15y ago
Updated: 8/18/2019

Enhance soil structure and texture and increase the range of growable plants are reasons why loam is used in some composts. Loam combines equal parts of clay, sand and silt to respectively enhance nutrient-retention, aeration and drainage, and water retention. Its use with dark-colored, fresh-smelling, nutrient-rich organic matter called compost or humus ensures that plant-specific needs for air, heat, moisture and nutrients will be met.

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