Blog 6 - Soils
Blog 6 - Soils What are the most common soil types the region in the USA where pecans are cultivated? We will discuss the soils of the states Georgia and Texas. Georgia Figure 1 the soils in Georgia. (University of Georgia: College of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences, 2017) . - Limestone valley The area in the Limestone valley alternates between hard and soft rock. The ridges are formed out of hard rock, but the valleys consist of softer limestone, shale and other material. (Coleman, n.d.) - Blue Ridge There is a rich ecosystem with a diversity of plants and animals. The soil is loamy. It consists of clay, silt and sand. It looks brown and it is acidic. (Coleman, n.d.) . - Southern Piedmont The soil in Piedmont consists mostly out of granite and clays. It is famous for its red c...