Do you know that a small number of plants need to grow in highly acidic soil because they have a higher requirement of certain nutrients that are most available in low pH environments? While most plants thrive in slightly acidic or near-neutral soil, a small number of herb, vegetable, ornamental flowers, shrub and trees, actually …
Rising environmental concerns are driving many people to look for peat-free Ericaceous compost to grow their acid-loving plants. But, how do you make peat-free ericaceous compost? The best substitute for peat in making ericaceous compost is sulfur or coco coir. Other biodegradable organic materials such as pine needles, pine bark, oak leaves, coffee grounds, vinegar, …
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Have you ever watered your plants but the water just drains out in the bottom of the pot, runs off to the sides, or even when it appears soaked in, the soil is still bone dry below the surface? Such soil is water-repellent, or “hydrophobic”, and can stunt plant growth or even kill plants. What …
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