A family is planning to build a raised planting area using a blend of peat moss, mulch , and a rich organic soil in which to grow the plants. They have been told first to place on the ground a layer of material that will allow for a proper drainage each time the plants are watered. Which of the following materials would be best to use for the first layer?

Question

(1) concrete
(2) packed clay
(3) sandy gravel
(4) plastic sheeting
(5) tar like that used on roofs

Answer 1

Some people say gravel or plastic sheeting I am trying to find a article of what to do. I don't know were to find where to look.

Answer 2

They tell you that the water has to seep through it.
Therefore concrete, packed clay, plastic sheeting, and roof tar, all of which are supposed to be waterproof, will NOT work.
Use the sandy gravel.

Answer 3

I thought it was the right one but kept on reading on internet which made my confused

Thanks for helping me out I am so grateful