acid soil

noun

1. a soil of acid reaction or having a predominance of hydrogen ions, tasting sour in solution.

acid soil

noun

1. a soil that gives a pH reaction of below about 6, found especially in cool moist areas where soluble bases are leached away

Example Sentences

If you have acid soil, you might need to add lime to shift to more alkaline conditions.

From Seattle Times

Take advantage of this dainty herb with a strong constitution by planting sweet woodruff where little else will thrive, such as around woody shrubs such as rhododendrons, kerria and hydrangeas, and beneath trees — even the dry shade and acid soil conditions at the base of a pine tree can’t stop this stalwart plant.

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The key to success is to provide conditions that emulate those found in the wild where native populations are thriving — namely, regular moisture, acid soil and cool roots.

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Choisya ternata ‘Sundance’ prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained acid soil.

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Heathers require full sun, good drainage and acid soil conditions, similar to what you’d provide for rhododendrons and azaleas.

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