What is the main use of the Pamunkey soil series?

The Pamunkey soils were first used to sustain the Pamunkey Indians, and many other tribes, and later to grow crops by the settlers at Jamestown. The high natural fertility and high crop yields associated with these soils may be one reason that the Jamestown settlement survived.

What is a soil series example?

A soil series name generally is derived from a town or landmark in or near the area where the soil series was first recognized. For example, the Haugan Series was first identified near Haugan, Montana.

Where is the best soil in Virginia?

River plains
River plains remain Virginia’s best soil, regardless of location.

Does Virginia have good soil?

The fertile soils of Virginia are legendary. Many farmers or agronomists have come to Virginia to enjoy the variety, quality and the quantity of the Virginian soil.

Why is Virginia soil red?

One of the most obvious character- istics of the Piedmont is the red color of its soil. Red clay can be seen almost any- where that a hole is dug, a field is plowed, or a dirt bank is exposed by erosion or human activity. After a heavy rain, even the rivers and streams take on the red color of the soil.

What are the types of soil series?

There are three categories of soil particles–sand, silt and clay–which are called “soil separates.” The layers of soil, usually three, which make up the soil profile. Soil horizons differ in color, texture, structure and organic matter content.

How is a soil series classified?

Soils are named and classified on the basis of physical and chemical properties in their horizons (layers). “Soil Taxonomy” uses color, texture, structure, and other properties of the surface two meters to key the soil into a classification system to help people use soil information.

How many types of soil are there in Virginia?

500 different soils
There are about 500 different soils in Virginia.

Is Virginia soil alkaline or acidic?

Soils in Virginia are naturally very acidic. Soil pH’s of 4.5 to 6.3 are common in areas that have not been limed. A pH of 5.0 may be good for blueberries and azaleas, however most lawns will not tolerate these acidic conditions. Liming the soil helps certain nutrients become more available to the plants.

Where are the Pamunkey soils found in Virginia?

Pamunkey soils are prime agriculture soils in Virginia. Extensive areas of Pamunkey soils have been mapped in Hanover, Chesterfield, New Kent, Charles City, Surry, Henrico, James City, York and other Tidewater counties.

What kind of soil is found in Virginia?

Soils of Virginia. Did you know that Virginia has a state soil? It is Pamunkey soil, found primarily in the Piedmont and coastal plains. Soils of the Pamunkey series are very deep and well drained. They are on nearly level to sloping stream terraces.

Where can I find the official soil series descriptions?

Soil Survey Staff, Natural Resources Conservation Service, United States Department of Agriculture. Official Soil Series Descriptions. Available online. Accessed [month/day/year].