What type of soil is best for growing vegetables?
The best soil suitable for vegetables includes lots of compost and organic matter such as composted leaves and ground or shredded, aged bark. Whatever you're starting with, incorporate enough organic material so that the amended soil is neither sandy nor compacted.
Can you use regular potting soil for vegetables?
ANSWER: Your potting soil for flowers will work fine in the vegetable garden, especially if you're growing your veggies in containers. Of course, using potting soil made specifically for vegetable gardens would be the best possible scenario.
Can I use garden soil for potted vegetables?
Answer: Plants grown in containers require a well-drained growing medium. Garden soil alone is not a good growing medium. Garden soil compacts when placed in a container, resulting in poor water drainage and aeration.