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best soil for this type of plants is loam soils which contain both of sand and clay and silt in same percentage , Don't forget the organic matters like cocou-pit

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is loam sandy soil or clay soil best for plant growth?

Loam soil is better


What does sandy like to play with?

with clay


Does sunflower grow best in sandy soil clay soil or a mixture of sandy?

Sunflowers grow best in well-draining soil with a loamy texture, so a mixture of sandy and clay soil would be ideal. Sandy soil provides good drainage, while clay soil helps retain moisture and nutrients. Mixing the two can create a balanced environment for sunflowers to thrive.


Do clay soils have more permeability than sandy soils?

No, sandy soils have higher permeability than clay soils. Clay soils have smaller pore spaces which restrict water movement, while sandy soils have larger pore spaces that allow for more rapid water drainage.


What is the best tree to plant in dry clay soil?

it depends on you zone but magnolia trees usually grow well in clay.


What are three soil types in Antigua?

Some common soil types found in Antigua are sandy soil, clay soil, and loamy soil. Sandy soil typically drains well but may lack nutrients, while clay soil tends to hold water and can become compacted. Loamy soil is a well-balanced mixture of sand, silt, and clay, making it ideal for plant growth.


Is clay less porous than sandy soil?

Clay soil is generally more porous than sandy soil because clay particles are smaller and have more surface area for water retention. However, clay soil can become waterlogged more easily due to its fine particle size, which can restrict water drainage compared to sandy soil.


Why clay soil are fertlie than sandy soil?

Clay soils hold more nutrients, while sandy soils quickly have their nutrients leached by rain.


What is sandy soil made of?

clay silt and sand


What is the difference between Sandy Clay and Clayey Sand?

Their both the same, really, just two different names for sand with clay in it, however one might have more clay in one (sandy clay) than the other (clayey sand), but only by miniscule amounts.


What is sandy clay?

Sandy clay loam (SCL) is a soil texture. A soil texture is a specific mixture of sand, silt and clay particles. SCL can have 74 to 80% sand and 20 to 35% clay. See the link on soil texture for more.


Why are sandy soils generally less fertile than clayey soil?

Sandy soils are generally less fertile than clay soils because they do not hold water as well as clay soils. Clay soils are usually fertile and hold more nutrients than sandy soils.