Creating a loamy soil takes time, but this guide will provide everything you need to know. Loam is a combination of sand, silt, and clay—the three sizes of soil particles from largest to smallest.

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But, clay particles are capable of holding more nutrients. Sandy soils have larger particles. They are well drained and have poor nutrient holding capacity. Loam soils have moderately-sized soil ...

Sandy soil is pale coloured and has large particles. These create lots of small air gaps. Water drains through them easily so it usually feels dry. Clay soil is usually sticky and has small particles.