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Die Erde
While 'Erde' means Earth as a planet, in a garden context it refers specifically to soil or dirt. It is always feminine.
Examples in context
Die Erde muss vor dem Pflanzen feucht sein.
The soil must be moist before planting.
Wir brauchen mehr Erde für die neuen Töpfe.
We need more soil for the new pots.
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