What Does Ericaceous Compost Contain?

To make a simple potting mix for ericaceous plants, begin with a base of half peat moss. Mix in 20 percent perlite, 10 percent compost, 10 percent garden soil, and 10 percent sand.

What is ericaceous compost made of?

But if you want to, you should use 50% peat moss, 20% perlite, 10% regular compost, 10% garden soil, and 10% sand. That is the perfect mix for potting plants to receive all the nutrients they need. Peat moss is an excellent amendment for potting soil because of its acidic pH and has been used for hundreds of years.

Does ericaceous compost contain peat?

Ericaceous compost is lime-free and more acidic than most composts. ... Traditionally ericaceous compost was peat-based but peat is damaging to wetlands so I advise using a bark or a bracken-based mix. I understand saw cuts on apple trees can be painted to kill pests.