I'm concerned that my soil stays too soggy and that is harming roots of plants (no air to breathe.) When I dump it out to dry at the end of the season, the soil is almost wet. My cherry tomato plants did well, but not the full-size tomatoes.
I've been using earthboxes for ten years. I live in Northern California (near San Jose.) I place my drip irrigation line into the water tube, so the soil does not get watered from the top. Any excess goes out the holes at the bottom of the system, as it should. But - should the soil be so wet all the time?
I am wondering if I should add a bit of sand (or something lighter?) to the Organic potting mix before filling this year hoping that may keep the soil moist, but not soggy.
I would love advice. Thank you.
