Luvisol

Clay enriched subsoil
Good agricultural soils with good nutrient retention
Moderately to imperfectly drained

Photograph of a luvisol soil profile showing dark brown topsoil over lighter brown clay-enriched subsoil horizons. Distinct vertical streaking and horizon development are visible through the profile. A measuring scale marked in centimetres stands vertically along the right side of the pit beneath a grass-covered surface.

Widely distributed

Map of Ireland titled “Luvisol Soils.” Green highlighted areas show where luvisol soils are dominant, while light blue shading indicates areas where they also occur. These soils are concentrated mainly across the midlands, east, and southeast of Ireland. County boundaries are outlined in grey, with a legend distinguishing dominant and associated areas.