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not really. this is because sand does not have minerals and nutrients in it that soil does. also, they do not retain water as long. however, sand can be added to soil to make it more stable.
If your garden soil is very clumpy like clay, then adding sand is an ideal solution to break up the soil. This allows the nutrients to properly be absorbed in the roots, and may assist in needed drainage.
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∙ 15y agoOnly in that it opens up heavy soil and allows access by moisture and air.
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Is sand clay and humus a good planting material?
no
Are there different materials for planting?
Yes there are Vermiculite, Sterile soil, Sand, Perlite, and Peat moss use for planting seeds in
What is a good way to find out which plant grows faster in sand soil and cotton?
Planting in soil and cotton is not a good idea really. If you are doing a experiment then you cant rush it. If you are just planting a plant try to use soils with plant food inside of them and give it water daily.
Why you have need to mix sand with seed before planting?
Well it makes the seeds nice and hard!
Selecting good planting materials?
we
Spitting out seeds is good for what?
it is good for planting the seeds in the ground
Is manure good for planting?
Yes, it is very good for plants.
Is India soil good for planting?
yes
Is clay soil good for planting crops?
no
Was the Colonial Maryland weather good or bad for planting in the 1650's?
i think that the weather back then was really cold so probably not good for planting
How does the moon effect planting and fishing?
it effect planting in maori terms by when it is full it is a good time for pant ing and so on
What kind of a soil is a sand?
good sand
