Do Plants Grow Best in Ground Soil or Potting Soil?

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Plants grow best in potting soil that is neither too dense, nor light. Match the best type of potting soil for the specific plant. Potting soil functions best without the addition of drainage matter, sand or layering the bottom of the container or growing area with rocks, according to the Virginia Cooperative Extension.

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