Know your soil type

Sand, loam or clay? You won’t wonder again after doing this no-fuss soil test!

Step 1: Cut off the top and bottom of a large aluminum can.

Step 2: Pound the can about 1 in. deep into your soil.

Step 3: Fill it with 1 in. of water, and let it drain completely.

Step 4: Fill to the 1-in. line once more, timing how long it takes for the water to disappear: