What is an Ericaceous Plant?

Ericaceous plants are plants and flowers that need to be grown in ericaceous soil. Ericaceous soil is soil that is acidic, making it the perfect pH level for certain types of plants. These plants will not grow well in limey soil and will eventually die if not grown at the right pH level.

Some examples of common ericaceous plants are:

1.  Rhododendron
2. Camellia
3. Azalea
4. Pieris
5. Heathers

These types of plants are also known as lime haters. They will need to be kept away from other plants that prefer to grow in alkaline soil, as they will not complement each other.

Lime-induced chlorosis occurs when ericaceous plants are grown in the wrong soil. It is best to grow lime-hating plants in pots and containers, so they can be given the right kind of soil for them. You can then place the planters in the right part of the garden, as many of these plants like some shade.