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Sandy soil
Light soil that warms quickly and drains fast.
Coarse, grittypH 5.5–7
Drainage
Excellent
Water retention
Low — dries quickly
Best plants
Root vegetables, lavender, rosemary, carrots
Pros
Easy to work, warms early in spring, good aeration, low compaction
Cons
Dries out fast, leaches nutrients, needs frequent watering and feeding
Amendments
Compost, peat moss, or coco coir to retain moisture