fertile soil
noun
: a place where something begins or develops in large amounts
Poor neighborhoods can be fertile soil for crime.
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On low-lying coral islands with no rivers, no mineral wealth, and no fertile soil to speak of, the sea was everything.
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Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Keep the Mature Size of Dahlias in Mind Many dahlias, grown in fertile soil with adequate irrigation, will reach 4-5 feet tall or more, becoming very large plants.
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Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
It’s known for chef Barclay Dodge’s hyper-seasonal menu that champions the fertile soil of the area.
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Chadner Navarro,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
Tomatoes need full sun, fertile soil, and frequent watering to thrive in the garden.
—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
27 May 2026
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Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Keep the Mature Size of Dahlias in Mind Many dahlias, grown in fertile soil with adequate irrigation, will reach 4-5 feet tall or more, becoming very large plants.
—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
It’s known for chef Barclay Dodge’s hyper-seasonal menu that champions the fertile soil of the area.
—
Chadner Navarro,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
Tomatoes need full sun, fertile soil, and frequent watering to thrive in the garden.
—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
27 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for fertile soil
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“Fertile soil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fertile%20soil. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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