You need to know the make-up and condition of your soil to know what it needs. Only use what you have to in order to get your soil healthy and producing. Start by looking at the below soil maps. They will show you the kinds of soil that are found in the different parts of Austin (Travis County) and San Antonio (Bexar County).
Bexar County Soil Map Web site PDF
Travis County Soil Map Web site PDF
They give you an idea of what you might have but they are just a guide. To know exactly what you have, bring us a soil sample. We can have it tested and advise you.
If you know what you need already in terms of nutrients, we probably have it in stock. If not, we can probably get it for you. Also, look at this recommended monthly planting guide to see what we and other experts recommend. Make sure you have the right nutrients for what you’re growing and check out the beneficial insects and pest control systems we carry.
More Recommendations to Grow Organically
Beginners:
Use any container, organic soil, and good water that contains no chemicals
Advanced:
Used raised beds or Hydroponic kits and use soil amendments to make your soil healthy again
Commercial:
It’s all about the soil preparation, till system and soil amendments
Kids:
Start simple. Let them grow Micro greens and use special Kids seed pack