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Old 02-09-2005, 10:52 AM
Tiger303 Tiger303 is offline
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Originally Posted by Chris Hogg
Use John Innes Ericaceous compost, and mix in some
well rotted pine needles if you can get them, say 2 parts JI to 1 part
pine needles.
Chris, out of interest why do u recommend mixing with pine needles. I'm sure theres an obvious answer but can't think of it