Virginia is a four-season state. August days can be - on the average - hot and humid, while January days can be cold and dry. The warmth in the air in early Spring, and the chill in the air in the Fall, feel different from other seasons. That's the climate pattern.
A hydric soil is a soil that is saturated, flooded, or ponded long enough during the growing season to develop anaerobic conditions in the upper part. 1  This definition can be broken up into three component parts: 2  The soil is saturated, flooded or ponded. Saturated conditions are often the result of a high water table.
One is what soil scientists call âtilth.â Tilth refers to a soilâs suitability to support plant growth. A soilâs texture -- whether itâs sandy and light, or rich in clay and therefore heavy -- is important in determining tilth. Another key factor in strong root growth is nutrient status.sing either a hand spading fork or a rototiller, work the soil to a depth of eight to 10 inches before planting. This will loosen compacted soil, improving aeration and water permeability. This promotes good soil tilth and encourages strong root development.