Making Clay Manageable If your garden has heavy clay soil, you
know what a challenge it can pose to plants, not to mention
gardeners. Heavy clay drains slowly, meaning it stays saturated
longer after rain or irrigation. Then, when the sun finally
comes out and the soil dries, it forms a hard, cracked surface.
On the bright side, clay soils are usually richer in nutrients
than sandy soils are. And clay's tendency to hold water tightly
can be an advantage. Here are some tips for making clay soil
more manageable and easier to work. Photography By Sabin
Gratz/National Gardening Association