In article , Alex Woodward
writes

"Kay" wrote in message
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In article , Alex Woodward
writes
Perhaps I should give them more time to establish, or do you think there
is
a problem with the soil? I have to admit I have not tested the ph level of
the soil - which is an obvious mistake I suppose.

You can get some idea by what grows around. Do neighbours grow
rhododendrons, for example, and what are your commonest weeds?

My nearest neighbour has grown heathers quite successfully over a three year
period.

Flowering all year, or just the winter ones? Have you asked the
neighbour whether they are erica or Calluna?

Though I can't remember seeing any of them withering during their
first year, unlike mine. However, my neighbours are south facing while mine
get a couple of hours of sun on a north facing bed.

Ours are growing happily on the N side of the house, with early morning
and late evening sun in summer, and no sun between Sep and March
--
Kay
"Do not insult the crocodile until you have crossed the river"