Soil for raised planter to grow herbs and vegetables

(Question)

I have a new raised planter that holds 210 litres of soil. I hope to grow some herbs and a few vegetables. It’ll be in my small back yard in Toronto and will only get direct sun part of the day. What kind of soil should I use?

(Answer)

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