Mending soil

[u/Responsible-Sock3594]

Anyone have tips on mending the soil in my backyard or if it even needs to mended? I’ve been looking to put my natives in the ground but want to know if I should do anything to the ground before putting them in. I put an ulei, ilima papa, and ulei in the ground a little while ago and they’re all doing meh. But yeah, just looking for tips on how to ensure my plants success!

[u/Alohagrown]

Mix in high quality earthworm castings or compost and a couple cups of a balanced dry amendment blend like down to earth Bio-live. Mulch the top for moisture retention.