101.   His mother died six months ago, and the soil is still disturbed on her plot.

102.   How much soil was in the pot and how wet it was are important factors.

103.   However, if you feel the soil is not the best, repotting might be better.

104.   If the soil is dry, wet it down, which also will indicate low spots that need building.

105.   If the soil is soggy during our usual rainy years, your best bet is to improve the soil by working in some sand and compost.

106.   If the soil is moist just below the surface, hold off on watering.

107.   If the soil is not draining well, repot with a coarser medium.

108.   If it sticks together like mud, your soil is too wet.

109.   If your soil is fertile, enriched with organic matter, little or no fertilization is necessary if growth and blooms are good.

110.   If the soil is damp when you stick your finger in, hold off.