When you imagine a perfect yard or garden, you probably think of green plants and colorful flowers. But soil is just as important as the plants themselves. Healthy soil supports strong growth and steady blooms. Without the right nutrients in the soil, all your watering and planting may not help much. Yellow leaves or small plants usually mean the soil is missing something. Finding and fixing the soil nutrient deficiencies can bring a struggling garden back to life. When you know what your soil needs, your plants will grow better, and your garden will thrive.