Clay soil is characterized by its compacted, thick, and sometimes sticky texture.
During dry weather, clay soil tends to crumble into clumps; in wet weather, it sticks easily.
It is nutrient-rich and thick, which makes it harder to grow plants.
There are advantages to clay soil, including:
- Clay soil is drought-tolerant because it retains so much moisture. In a dry season, your plants will have plenty of water to draw from if your soil has a deep layer of clay. Clay soils are less susceptible to drought than other soil types.
- Clay particles have the ability to attract and bind nutrients, such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium, that feed and grow plants.
- In contrast to lighter, more porous types of soil, clay soil resists wind and water erosion.
- Clay soil might hinder the growth of most plants, but certain types can thrive in this moist, nutrient-rich soil. Such as honeysuckle and ivy.
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