sandy soil

Sandy soil is a type of soil that is made up of mostly sand particles. Sand particles are small, loose pieces of rock that are between 0.05 and 2 millimetres in diameter. Sandy soils are often found in deserts, beaches, and riverbeds.

Sandy soils are good at draining water, but they do not hold nutrients very well. This means that plants that grow in sandy soils need to be watered more often than plants that grow in other types of soils. Sandy soils also tend to be loose and sandy, which can make it difficult for plants to grow roots.

Despite these challenges, there are some plants that thrive in sandy soils. These plants often have deep roots that can reach water deep below the surface. Some examples of plants that grow well in sandy soils include cacti, succulents, and grasses.

The sandy soil made it difficult to grow crops.