All roots like oxygen, and well drained soil will grow just about anything provided it has the right pH and plenty of organic material (think peat moss and compost) also known as humus. The ratio of sand, silt and clay comprise soil texture and you want to have a proper balance of these components as well as plenty of humus.
The pH is important to keep within a certain range. Your soil should be slightly acidic with a pH range from 6.2-6.8. Your county extension office will test your soil and give you all kinds of information. You want to pay attention to the lime content. Sandy soil becomes more acidic faster than clay soils. One of the best soil amendments to increase pH is dolomitic limestone which adds both Magnesium (Mg) and Calcium (Ca)…or calcitic limestone which adds the Calcium. Your soil test ill let you know what you need.
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