As the compost “drops” down in your raised garden, it’s actually breaking down and enriching the soil, creating a healthy, fertile environment for your plants. This is completely natural and part of what makes compost so valuable in the garden.

Whether it’s homemade or purchased, compost should be light and open in texture. As it settles and compacts over time, it may look like the level is shrinking. That’s why you need to top it up regularly. It’s a small cost, but a great investment in strong, healthy flowers and vegetables each season.

And while compost is full of goodness, it’s not ideal to plant seedlings directly into compost alone. It can be too rich and lacks the structure young roots need. For best results, mix your compost with a quality garden mix like Daltons Garden Time™ Compost and Garden Mix. This gives your seedlings the right balance of nutrients, moisture retention, and support to grow away strongly, while helping the mix hold its volume for longer.