leachy
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of leachy
Example Sentences
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Lands that, on the one hand, are very hard and solid, with a tendency to bake, and, on the other, that are loose and leachy, are very greatly benefited by the addition of organic matter.
From Manual of Gardening (Second Edition) by L. H. (Liberty Hyde) Bailey
The following terms are used in describing soil textures: Coarse, fine, open, close, loose, hard, stiff, compact, soft, mellow, porous, leachy, retentive, cloddy, lumpy, light, heavy.
From The First Book of Farming by Charles Landon Goodrich
The shale and mica soils, although thin and leachy, are especially adapted to grapes, vegetables, and berries, and other small fruits.
From History and Comprehensive Description of Loudoun County, Virginia by James William Head
Sandy soils are made thereby too dry and leachy, and it is a questionable proceeding to turn the heavy clays upon the top.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 5 "Cosway" to "Coucy" by Various
In leachy soils, nitrate of soda ought not to be applied too early in the season, as it will quickly wash down out of reach of the grape roots.
From Manual of American Grape-Growing by U. P. Hedrick
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