Expert Gardener™ Garden Soil for In-Ground Plants is a combination soil and fertilizer you can use for all flower and edible gardening projects. This mix is specially formulated for fruits, flowers, vegetables, and herbs. In addition, it helps promote strong root growth and is feeds up to 6 months. Expert Gardener™ Garden Soil for In-Ground Plants is extremely simple to use: just apply 2 to 3 inches of soil to the top of the desired planting area. Then, using a shovel or rototiller, mix garden soil into the top 6 inches of native soil. Level the planting area. Plant seeds or plants according to the package directions. Water thoroughly after planting and then daily until established. For even better results, consider feeding with plant food when plants show signs of slowed growth.