By Mehak Pal
Published Jul 10, 2023

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

5 Ways To Fix Muddy Garden Soil

Muddy garden soil is a common problem during the monsoon season

Here are five effective ways to fix muddy garden soil in the rains

Add organic compost

Adding organic compost, dry leaves and straws to your garden soil can help retain water, improve the soil structure and release nutrients to the plant roots

Incorporate sand

Adding sand to your muddy garden soil can help aerate the soil and increase drainage

Introduce worms

Introducing worms to your garden can help aerate the soil and dry it out faster

Improve drainage

Dig small trenches around the perimeter of your garden and install drainpipes which can help improve drainage and prevent excess water pooling in your garden