Levington John Innes Ericaceous Compost

Levington John Innes Ericaceous Compost is specially formulated for growing acid-loving or lime-hating plants. Traditional mix of loam, peat and grit that provides a long-term home for Rhododendrons, Azaleas and Camellias. A heavy weight compost that gives extra stability to pots and containers.

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What is John Innes compost?

Developed by Mr John Innes in the 1930’s it is still a popular choice which is favoured by traditional gardeners and has a strong fan club. John Innes compost is predominantly peat based but also includes sterilised loam and has a higher proportion of heavy particles like grit and sand than other composts and as a result is much heavier. A numbering system is used to indicate the nutrient levels within the compost.

Ericaceous plants

Ericaceous plants are often referred to as lime-hating or acid-loving plants. The most commonly grown ericaceous plants are: Azalea, Camellia and Rhododendrons. These plants thrive in a low lime environment (pH 5 to 5.5). If they are grown in soil where the pH is too high, they produce poor growth and the leaves tend to become yellowish in colour.

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