what compost to plant acer in a pot ive been told ericaceous?

'keith',

Some interesting comments he

http://www.uk.gardenweb.com/forums/l...460119716.html

Regards,
Emrys Davies.





"keith" wrote in message
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what compost to plant acer in a pot ive been told ericaceous?

"keith" wrote in message
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what compost to plant acer in a pot ive been told ericaceous?

well mine are simply in a mix of my own garden compost mixed with John Innes
Cant see any need for Ericaceous

"keith" wrote in message
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what compost to plant acer in a pot ive been told ericaceous?

Mine has thrived in ordinary multipurpose cmpost.

Franz

well mine are simply in a mix of my own garden compost mixed with John Innes
Cant see any need for Ericaceous


The reason for using ericaceous compost/soil is to ensure good autumn colours.
Acers prefer slightly acid soils and will produce more vivid autumn colours if
potted/planted in neutral/acid compost/soils.

Dave.

well mine are simply in a mix of my own garden compost mixed with John Innes
Cant see any need for Ericaceous


The reason for using ericaceous compost/soil is to ensure good autumn colours.
Acers prefer slightly acid soils and will produce more vivid autumn colours if
potted/planted in neutral/acid compost/soils.

Dave.