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Depends on the plant but most, not all grow better in soil because of the richness. Plants can grow next to rocks but some in rocks.

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Do plants grow better in sand or sawdust?

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Do plant grow better in clay or sand?

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Would plants grow better with sand or compost?

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Why do bean plants grow better in sand?

They don't grow better in sand they need more attention than in soil. They don't grow better they will survive but need more attention than in soil.


Do plants grow better in sand?

Generally no. Sand is very poor at holding water and nutrients. Some plants are adapted to light sandy soils and may grow better there than most other species.


Do plants grow better in sand clay or potting soil?

sand and potting soil


Why plants grow best in soil why not in sand?

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


Can some plants grow better in sand then just sunlight?

no because the sand doesn't keep it in the sand so it goes deep


Do plants grow the biggest in soil than sand?

No, plants usually grow the biggest in soil because it contains more nutritional elements under technical conditions. However, there are certain plant species which have adapted to the special conditions needed in order to grow in sand and therefore, these plants can grow bigger in sand. Moreover, there are "plant-social" reasons, e.g. when a plant is resistant to salt can grow better in sand than others which are not, so it grows alone and without "competition" and it grows better.


Why does soil grow plants better than sand?

Soil provides a more suitable environment for plant growth due to its higher nutrient content, ability to hold water, and presence of beneficial microorganisms. Sand, on the other hand, lacks nutrients, has poor water retention, and does not support the microbial activity necessary for healthy plant growth.


Why do very few plants grow in sea beaches?

because the sand is not capable for plants to grow.first the sand has a little percent of nutrient for plants,the sand is weak to carry the plants root,only the coconut tree will grow on the sand or other plants only


Will a plant gro beter in soil or sand?

Plants generally grow better in soil than in sand because soil provides more nutrients and water retention capacities. Soil also offers a more stable environment for plant roots to establish and grow. Sand drains water very quickly and lacks essential nutrients for plant growth.