rich soil; fertile soil
Refers to soil that is nutrient-rich and good for growing plants. Often used in agricultural or gardening contexts.
The rich soil in this field is ideal for growing vegetables.
I improved the flower bed by adding fertile soil.
Standard kanji spelling for rich soil.
Alternative spelling using 肥え, emphasizing the fertile quality.
Compound of 肥え (koe, 'manure, fertilizer') + 土 (tsuchi, 'soil'). The kanji 肥 carries the meaning of 'fertilize' or 'enrich'.