Birds move on with September Sep 11, 2008
However, it is usually accepted that the leaves are more vivid red in the acid soil and on the top of hills. The yellows are brighter in the valleys. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Feeling blue? Give blueberries a try Jul 19, 2008
Since they prefer an acid soil and tolerate light shade (full sun is best) they could be mixed with your azalea border in a decorative landscape. Blueberries (vaccinium) are native to North America and eastern Asia. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Mother's Garden: Be green: Grow veggies or buy local Jul 1, 2008
They like sun and prefer acid soil. You may have a perfect spot for them next spring. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Gray mold can stop peonies from blooming Jun 14, 2008
Peonies prefer a slightly acid soil pH, between 6. 0 and 7. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Extension connection: 'Hot and Tropical' planting theme set at Jones Park May 11, 2008
The plant prefers full sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil is best, and it prefers slightly acid soil. The plant tolerates wind and is commonly used as a border, foundation, mass, or specimen plant. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Match tree choices to yard conditions May 3, 2008
Calcium carbonate leaches out of concrete and may raise soil pH (the measure of acidity or alkalinity) to a range that limits your ability to grow trees that prefer an acid soil. These include maples, oaks, dogwoods, magnolias, conifers, and broad-leaved evergreens such as rhododendrons and hollies. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Garden Q&A: Aromatic gardenias like acid soil and sun Apr 15, 2008
Garden Qmatic gardenias like acid soil and sun ... Gardenias prefer an acid soil and will grow in full sun to light shade. (Florida Times-Union)
In the spring moss is king Apr 12, 2008
Grasses want good drainage, an only slightly acid soil, steady low levels of nutrients and constant but light mowing. The family with the nicest lawn I know fertilizes twice a month at half strength, limes four times a summer, and mows on a five- to seven-day cycle. (Juneau Empire)
Transplanting established plants is a tricky move Feb 23, 2008
Take a minute to evaluate the new site to be certain that it meets the holly's cultural preferences: full sun to partial shade; evenly moist, well-drained, slightly acid soil; and an eastern exposure to avoid winter leaf burn and summer heat stress. And make sure there is adequate room for the holly's growth. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Plants, trees can thrive in a wet-lawn area Feb 16, 2008
Be sure to start with a soil test so that you at least know the soil pH. Many of the plants listed below prefer an acid soil with pH 5. 0-6. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Fill topiary with sphagnum moss Dec 12, 2007
In my research, I found that my plants prefer acid soil and that gray water has a higher pH. Can I add something to the graywater to lower the pH. Amy Parish, email. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
In midst of holidays, Encore azalea blooms turn thoughts to spring Nov 30, 2007
Azaleas like an acid soil with a pH from 5. 5 to 6. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Herb Garden Design Oct 26, 2007
Like all Camellia species, sinensis grows best in loose, acid soil, well supplied with humus. Camellias grow best in partial shade and their roots should always be covered with a deep organic mulch such as wood chips or bark. (Suite101.com)
Gopher Gulch: Take time to grow thyme Sep 26, 2007
Fortunately many varieties will tolerate heavy, wet, acid soil, because that's what we have. Check with the local nurseries. (Daily Triplicate)
Ask Martha: Osage oranges, mixers, egg washes Sep 21, 2007
Once established, the tree can withstand drought, wetness, wind, heat, snow and ice, and even very acid soil. At this time of year, Osage orange trees are in full fruit. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Grow Your Own Fruit At Home Aug 23, 2007
She said blueberries thrive in acid soil. Scatter tea leaves on top of the soil which will add acidity to it. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Green Space: Gardeners can enjoy easy-care, mid-summer flowering trees, shrubs Jul 21, 2007
It grows in full sun to light shade and prefers a moist, acid soil ... It prefers a well-drained, low-fertile, acid soil in full to part sun. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Letters to the Editor from May 11 May 12, 2007
Visitors are stunned by the beautiful blue hydrangeas we can grow here thanks to our acid soil. Once established, hydrangeas need very little care. (Daily Triplicate)
GARDENING: Planting fruit spices up a dreary landscape Feb 22, 2007
When grown under ideal conditions, small fruits like an acid soil and our soils are alkaline. Therefore, use a sulfur-based fertilizer such as 21-0-0 to create an ideal environment. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
Post aComment Feb 10, 2007
The shrub needs very acid soil, such as a mixture of peat moss and perlite. Strawberry guava (Psidium littorale): This 3- or 4-foot tree is a better container plant than the huge ones that grow guavas for the supermarket. (Belleville News-Democrat)
