1.   However, the reason most soils need to be aerated is because they have become compacted from being driven or walked upon.

2.   If you have an irrigation system, hook it up to a moisture detector so it will come on only if the soil needs it.

3.   Most soils need to be aerated, which tillage does.

4.   Often, clay soil needs lime.

5.   The only way to know what your soil needs is to have it tested.

6.   The soil for garlic needs to be loose, easily crumbled and well drained.

7.   How to improve the soil The first step is to first determine what the soil needs.

8.   In most cases, your garden soil needs periodic improvements to help it meet the very heavy demands for nutrients.

9.   Soil needs to be protected or insulated from the sun in much the same way as we need the protection of a sunscreen on exposed skin.