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mlphoto GLEN OAKS, NY Jul 24, 2013

Have an order coming this week from lazy ss farms. They recommend very acidic soil for this plant. I had the bed tested at 5.5. Any thoughts on compatability? I have the soil additives ready, if needed...
Thanks in advance.
Mark

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Baa Jul 24, 2013

It doesn't need a specific pH, it's quite tolerant of most soils and a wide pH range. pH 5.5 is fine.

Not sure why the nursery suggests and acid soil specifically, perhaps they are thinking as a woodland plant it might prefer acidic soil?

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Pfg (Pam) Warren, CT(Zone 5b) Jul 24, 2013

Mine has been in pots for a couple of years now, in neutral potting soil-- the same kind that turned my hydrangeas from blue to pink. I know it is also extensively planted in the ground in acid soil... Seems not to notice the difference.

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