Easy As Organic Soil Blends are more dry straight out of the bag than what is recommended for plant growth.  When you first fill your pot with your living soil, it should be evenly and slowly watered until evenly hydrated before planting anything. Allow soil to settle for up to 24 hours prior to planting to activate biology and encourage even moisture throughout container. Use this same technique for re-hydrating and re-using your soil that has been left to dry out for too long. A Digital Blumat Moisture Meter is an excellent tool to help guide optimal moisture levels. Aim for around 60mbar when you first hydrate soil out of the bag prior to planting.