Garden MD
Practical answers for common garden problems

Solution Guide

Improve soil drainage

Drainage problems usually need a physical fix such as better soil structure, better bed design, or a different watering method.

Difficulty

Moderate

Time

1 to 2 hours

Cost

$$

Steps

  1. 1. Loosen compacted areas and clear blocked drainage paths.
  2. 2. Add suitable organic matter where it improves structure rather than creating a perched layer.
  3. 3. Switch to slower, more controlled watering if runoff or saturation is recurring.