Seasonal Tips for April & May - Acid Loving Plants
In April and May many acid loving plants such as Rhododendrons and Azaleas are in full flower. It’s important to feed them to support this spring display but make sure you choose nutrient rich plant foods and specially formulated composts that are dedicated to these specialist plants. Anything else will compromise their health and performance.
- If you haven’t already done so, feed acid-loving plants now with Rhodo, Azalea and Camellia Dilute n Grow Plant Food. Dilute in water and apply liberally around the roots of your plants. If the soil is dry water the ground thoroughly first. These plants need to be boosted to develop flower buds for next season and to support this year’s flowers. Don’t forget to use Rhodo, Azalea and Camellia Dilute n Grow Plant Food to feed pieris, acers and other plants that prefer lime free soil. Often the soil they are growing in is slightly alkaline, so it is important to acidify their root zone and supply them with an easily assimilated fertiliser Rhodo, Azalea and Camellia Dilute n Grow Plant Food has a low pH, which helps to unlock essential nutrients from the soil, and it also contains iron that alleviates plant chlorosis (yellowing leaves) and helps provide these special plants with just the right diet to suit their needs and perform to their full potential.
- Top-dress around all acid loving plants such as Pieris, Heathers, Rhododendrons and Azaleas with Rhodo, Azalea and Camellia compost with added John Innes.
Other useful tips for April and May:
