Silty Clay Soil Class

A soil with a high percentage of silt, along with high percentage of clay and low percentage of sand. An example of a silty clay soil is one that contains the following: 10% sand, 45% silt, 45% clay. Not a soil for amenity or sports turf areas, but for damp landscapes wishing to encourage specific wildlife and vegetation then this will be ideal because water and nutrient retention will be high.