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because soil has more nutrients in it which is better than in the sand

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Q: Why plants grow best in soil why not in sand?
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Does a pineapple grow best in sand or soil?

does a pineapple grow best in sand or soil


Why does soil grow plants better than sand?

There is nothing in sand that will make plants grow.


Which soil grows seeds best?

It depends on the plant. Plants grow best in the soil of their natural environment. Most plants do best in a loam soil while other prefer sand.


Will marigolds grow best in dirt sand or pebbles?

Marigolds will grow best in sandy or loamy soil. They can also grow well in a clay type of soil.


Do plants grow better in sand clay or potting soil?

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Plants will grow better in loam because of its nutrients and texture and structure.


What type of soil do plants not grow well in?

Very few plants will grow in heavy clay soil and not many will grow in sand. Plants need organic material in the soil to enable the roots to penetrate and to nourish the plants, so the more humus soil contains, the better most plants will grow. Plants also do not thrive in very acid or highly alkaline soil. Most plants prefer neutral or slightly acid pH. Sne45: I think clay-like soil, nor do I think plants in sand can grow.


What soil do apples grow the best in?

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Do plants produce food from the sand they grow with?

Not all plants grow in sand. Plants produce food from a combination of elements in their environment, including sunlight, water, and nutrients in the soil (or sand, I suppose).


What kind of soil is best for wheat plants?

The best soil for wheat plants is loamy soil, it is a mixture of sand ,silt and clay


What is the definition growing medium for plants?

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Which soil work best?

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