Silty soil falls in the middle between sandy and clay soils. It can be a dream to cultivate as it's usually very fertile. It's also light so easy to dig and work on all year round. In addition, silty soil drains moderately well and holds more moisture than sandy soil, plus has plenty of aeration, which is key for plant health.
The downside is that silty soil has a greater tendency to form a crust, and can become compact and hard. This means you will need to avoid working with silty soils if they're wet to reduce the risk of compaction. It also helps to increase organic matter by digging in compost and soil improvers.
