Soils of the Inland Northwest

Soils are essential for life, in the sense that they provide the medium for plant growth, habitat for many insects and other organisms, act as a filtration system for surface water, carbon store, and maintenance of atmospheric gases.

Medium for plant growth:

• Soils support roots and keep them upright for growth.
• Soils provide plants with essential minerals and nutrients.
• Soils provide air for gaseous exchange between roots and atmosphere.
• Soils protect plants from erosion and any other destructive physical, biological and chemical activity.
• Soils hold water (moisture) and maintain adequate aeration.

Soil in the Inland Northwest are varied depending upon your location.  Learn how to  determine what type of soil you have.

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