Occasionally the soil is saturated and drains slowly. These areas are at slightly higher elevations than wet sites. Moist conditions may exist in sheltered areas where a structure, woodland, or a slope blocks the sun and wind. In these areas, rain water drains readily and puddles do not last long. Soils are usually medium textured and moisture is available to plants most of the growing season.
Soils are usually sandy, rocky, or shallow.
Slopes are often steep and exposed to sun and wind. Water runs off quickly and does not remain in the soil. The moisture range indicates what moisture conditions plants are able to tolerate. Available soil moisture relates to the amount of moisture available for use by plants. Acidic soils have a pH less than 6.5, and alkaline soils have a pH greater than 7.5.