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What's my soil like?

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What does the soil feel like?

Squeeze a damp handful. How to tell

SandyGritty. Falls apart when you open your hand.LoamySoft. Holds a shape, then crumbles when poked.ClaySticky. Forms a long ribbon that holds together.SiltySmooth and silky, like flour. Holds a shape but makes only a short ribbon.I'm not sureSkip it for now. You can add it later.

How does water behave?

Water soaks in quicklyIn the hole test, the water is gone within minutes.Drains normallyIn the hole test, the water is gone within a few hours. Puddles clear by the next day.Water pools on topWater is still standing after many hours, or puddles last a day or more.I'm not sureSkip it for now. You can add it later.

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