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Plants for sandy soil #925342

Asked March 03, 2026, 10:55 AM EST

Our soil is very sandy. Hydrangeas are the only plants that thrive. We’ve tried rhododendrons and other shrubs that don’t make it. Do you have any suggestions for plants that thrive in sandy soil? Or do we need to have the soil tested to get the best recommendations?

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

A soil test is always a good start. Go to:
https://soiltest.cfans.umn.edu/
Then go to this web page and put in your requirements:
https://plantsearch.extension.umn.edu/home/list?page=list

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