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The proportion of different-sized mineral particles (sand, silt, and clay) in the soil is known as texture. Texture is important in the garden because it influences movement and storage of water in the soil, the ease of bed preparation and cultivation, the amount of air in the soil, and soil fertility. Knowing the soil texture helps in deciding how the soil can be improved.