When it comes to gardening, landscaping, or even lawn maintenance, the soil you choose can make all the difference. Many gardeners use topsoil as a quick and easy solution but is it really the best choice?

What is ‘TOPSOIL’ ?

Topsoil is the topmost layer of earth, usually the first 5-10 inches. It is carried away from fields or construction sites and sold for general purpose as soil. However, commercial topsoil has been stripped of organic matter and beneficial microbes.

Some topsoil may contain nutrients but to make it look rich and dark, manufacturers may toss in composted material like peat, and to make it dark, chemical dyes are added.
But just because topsoil is dark and looks fertile it doesn’t necessarily contain the nutrients that your plants need to grow.

Why Our Soil is a Step Above

For plants that thrive, start with soil that’s alive!

Our Soil mixes are a living, breathing environment that produces healthy plants. The mixes are also worm casting enriched; therefore, they are full of nutrients, microbes and organic matter that aid in improving the soil structure. It supplies continuous nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium which are necessary for the development of strong roots and healthy growth of the plant. Topsoil is not always very consistent in nutrient content, but worm castings will always provide the right nutritional balance every time.

Where top soil may contain sand, clay or even debris, our mixes are packed with organic matter. Which is a perfect environment for strong, healthy plant growth and helps beneficial microbes as well. These microbes work with plant roots to increase the availability of nutrients and the quality of the soil structure. Our soil mixes have better aeration, moisture retention and a slow release of nutrients to grow strong plants without the risk of compaction or nutrient loss as is so often the case with traditional topsoil.

But, the quality of other soil ingredients is just as important and that’s why our Earthworm Castings are certified by OMRI in Canada and by PRO CERT in US, We have also been licensed by the CFIA so you know all our products are up to the best organic standards and are made only from natural and sustainable components. These certifications guarantee that our soil is free of harmful chemicals and synthetic additives, therefore it is suitable for gardens, flowers and edible plants. Using soil mixed with organic certified ingredients, you are not only helping to grow healthier plants, but also helping to create a better environment.

Many topsoils dry out quickly or become waterlogged after rain. Our soil mixes are developed to retain moisture while also allowing excess water to drain efficiently, thus avoiding root rot and drought stress. Some topsoils are also mixed with synthetic fertilizers but our mixes are created with natural ingredients to fertilize the soil and we don’t use those artificial elements that are harmful to soil in the long run.

Using the right soil is important for the successful growth of vegetables, flowers or that perfect lawn you desire. Topsoil seems like an easy and cheap choice but it is missing key elements that plants require for healthy growth. However, better nutrition, better aeration, and better sustainability are all provided by our soil blends so that your plants get the best possible start.

So, your plants deserve more than basic topsoil for a strong, healthy beginning.
Go organic and your plants will thrive with nutrient-rich soil, strong roots and healthy growth!

Explore Pure Life Soil Mixes Today and Get the Garden of your dreams.