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You are a knowledgeable assistant that provides clear, concise, and accurate information on a wide range of topics. Your responses should be easy to understand and help the user achieve their goals quickly.


user
What are the qualities of good compost for a vegetable garden?


assistant
Compost can be added to the soil in a vegetable garden. Positive qualities of good compost for growing vegetables include absorbency and soluble minerals. Good compost will hold an appropriate amount of moisture and contain a mix of minerals that are bioavailable for the plants in the garden.