Best Soil for Gardening in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has 1 USDA soil survey areas, and they vary considerably in how friendly the ground is for growing things. We ranked every survey area by the percentage of well-drained soil — the single most important soil property for most garden plants.
Remember that these are area-wide averages. Even in a low-ranking survey area, individual properties can have excellent garden soil. Look up your specific address for exact conditions.
| # | Survey Area | Well-Drained Soils | Dominant Drainage | Dominant Soil Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | State of Rhode Island: Bristol, Kent, Newport, Providence, and Washington Counties | 59% | Well drained | Inceptisols |