In the Dirt The key to growing beautiful flowers is quite simple: It is all in the dirt. Begin by choosing flowers that have healthy foliage, a few flowers, and strong stems. Then, prepare the soil where the flowers will be planted. Loosen the soil with a shovel or other garden tool up to 18 inches deep, mixing in organic material. Smooth the soil for an even flower bed. Next, remove the flower from the pot while keeping the root ball intact. Once the plant has been removed from its container, plant the flower in the freshly turned soil, ensuring the top of the root ball is even with the ground. Finally, cover the flower bed with mulch to protect the soil. Consistent watering and replacing the organic matter in the soil annually will ensure healthy flowers that will last for years.

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Which sentence best expresses the importance of the organic material to the soil?
A.
The organic material replaces the old soil where the flowers are planted.
B.
The organic material helps the plant adapt to the new soil.
C.
The organic material helps the flowers thrive once planted in the soil.
D.
The organic material helps to level the ground where the flowers are planted.