tilth
A farming or gardening term used to refer to soil that is good for planting.
1. cultivated land
2. the state of aggregation of a soil, especially in relation to its suitability for crop growth
1. cultivated land
2. the state of aggregation of a soil, especially in relation to its suitability for crop growth
A deep-rooted cover crop allowed to grow for a season in problem soil can help break up a hardpan and greatly improve tilth.