Calcareous earth, a poor, permeable soil
Limestone soil for growing cabbage
What is chalky soil?
Calcareous soil contains lime carbonate (10-30%) and clay. Rocks can be seen on the surface.
Characteristics of limestone soil
Limestone changes with the seasons. Dry and arid in summer, it becomes muddy when temperatures drop.
It's a substrate that tends to be permeable to water and lacks iron. It is difficult to grow plants or trees in it unless fertilized.
It's a substrate that tends to be permeable to water and lacks iron. It is difficult to grow plants or trees in it unless fertilized.
How to recognize calcareous soil?
Calcareous soil can be recognized by its dry, tired appearance. It is whitish in color, revealing rocks and cracks on the surface.
To be sure of the nature of your soil, remove a small amount and place it in a container. Then pour in white vinegar. If the mixture foams, your soil is calcareous.
To be sure of the nature of your soil, remove a small amount and place it in a container. Then pour in white vinegar. If the mixture foams, your soil is calcareous.
