Horizon |
Depth (cm.) |
Description |
Ao |
(5-0) |
Dark brown layer consisting of undecomposed and semi-decomposed remains
of mosses, needles, wood, etc. pH 5.2. |
A2 |
(0-10) |
Gray to light gray sandy loam. Single grain structure, platiness occasionally
present. This horizon frequently extends to a depth of 7 or 8 inches along
root channels. pH 5.8. |
B22 |
(10-30) |
Brown to light brown sandy loam, single grain structure. pH 6.4. |
B23 |
(30-50) |
Brown firmly packed sandy loam; friable single grain structure. pH
6.5. |
B31 |
(50-75) |
Gray brown sandy loam bery similar to above horizons. pH 6.4. |
C |
(75+) |
Gray irregularly stratified sand, occasional bands of gravel, cobbles
or fine silty material. pH 6.5. |