They say it’s a poor workman who blames his tools – which is exactly why it’s worth researching the best plants to grow in poor soil before you start complaining that nothing flourishes in your garden.
Sand and silt are often considered the worst soil types, as they’re low in nutrients and poor at retaining water – both essential for helping many of the best plants thrive. That said, you can still improve things by digging in some good-quality peat-free compost or rotted organic matter. Or, if that sounds like too much faff, you could always try your luck with container plants instead.
