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no. Clay is almost the worst plantgrowingtype of soil because it has almost no nutrients in it. that's why it is popular for shaping, or making pottery. so if i were you, i would go for using dirt for plants. unless it's cacti that you're growing, then use sand. but other than that, try not to use clay forgrowingplants.
Have a great day and happy planting!
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∙ 13y agoSome plants are adapted to live in clay soil, but for most plants, heavy clay soil doesn't drain well enough for them to thrive. Poor drainage means their roots don't get enough oxygen, so pathogenic bacteria and fungi often attack the roots of plants grown in clay soil.
If you increase the porosity of clay soil by adding coarse sand, perlite, small horticultural lava rock, or fine gravel, along with compost or other organic matter, you can create a rich clay loam that most plants grow well in. WARNING: If you add sand or gravel to clay soil without adding extra organic matter, you get cement.
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∙ 12y agoBecause clay can hold a lot of water and some plants need a lot of water
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What kind of soil makes plants grow faster?
The kind of soil that makes plants grow faster is known as loam soil. Sandy and clay soil do not promote proper development and growth of plants as they lack essential nutrients for the growth of plants.
What type of soil makes plants grow faster?
The type of soil that makes plants grow faster is known as loam soil. Sandy and clay soil lack the capability of supporting proper growth of plants.
What has the author Joseph Bernard Spulnik written?
Joseph Bernard Spulnik has written: 'Effect of waste sulfide liquor on soil properties and plant growth' -- subject(s): Effect of pollution on Plants, Growth (Plants), Plants, Effect of pollution on, Soil pollution, Sulphite liquor
How does potting soil effect plant growth?
Some plants grow better in certain types of potting soil
What effect does soil have on plant growth?
It allows alot of water into the soil therefore,allowing plants to grow better.
The effect of plants on soil NOT soil on plants?
* break it down to smaller parts * increase soil biota * deplete it from minerals * air it up due to root growth
Which type-of-soil is best for plants clay-soil or loam-soil?
Put fertilizer in clay soil to make more rich for growing plants
What has the author Robert P Zisa written?
Robert P. Zisa has written: 'Establishment and early growth of conifers on compact soils in urban areas' -- subject(s): Conifers, Effect of soil compaction on, Effect of soil compaction on Plants, Plants, Plants, Effect of soil compaction on
How does it effect a plants growth if you ad dry ice to its soil?
it will help it grow faster if u add dry ice to its soil
Do plants grow better in soil or clay?
soil as there are more nutrients
How does erosion effect plants?
Erosion can wash away soil from plants and stunt their growth. Erosion can uproot plants and kill plants. On the other hand plants can help stop erosion.
is loam sandy soil or clay soil best for plant growth?
Loam soil is better
