- Perfect For Acid Loving Plants
- Vibrant, Bright Blooms
- Healthy, Strong Plants
- 60L Bag
Growmoor Ericaceous Compost is a specialist growing medium formulated specifically for acid-loving (calcifuge) plants.
Its lime-free blend maintains a consistently acidic environment (around pH 4.0), which is essential for plants that struggle in neutral or alkaline soil — helping them absorb nutrients properly and grow strong, healthy roots.
Ideal for plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, blueberries and heathers, this 60 L bag gives gardeners a reliable growing medium for containers, borders and beds.
Its open texture also supports good drainage and moisture balance so your sensitive plants thrive in West Yorkshire gardens.
Fast Delivery
DELIVERY INFORMATION
Fitzpatrick Fuels offer a local delivery service, which covers Huddersfield, and some of the surrounding areas.
Our minimum order for local delivery is £100, and we deliver free to most Huddersfield postcodes. If your delivery address is outside of our local delivery area, please call our team on 01484 653 768 for a delivery quote.
Local deliveries will be carried out in our own vehicles, by our friendly and helpful team. Our vehicles also have crane-off facilities to easily unload bulk bags and crates of firewood.
On our website, you can order any product, in whatever quantities that you like. Once your order has been processed, the team at Fitzpatrick Fuels will build your customised pallet, with the products in the quantities that you ordered.
We aim to deliver to you as quickly as possible. However, during the winter period, please allow for a 3 - 10 day delivery period to avoid disappointment.
You will be notified of a delivery date once you have placed your order. In the unusual event that your delivery date needs to be changed, you will be informed promptly. You can expect your delivery between 8:00 - 18:00.
Please note that we cannot give you a time to expect your delivery. If you call us on the morning of your delivery, we can give you an estimated time frame.
It is not necessary that you are home when we deliver, and if that is the case, you must advise us accordingly as to where to leave the product. We cannot be held responsible in the event of any loss or damage if you instruct us to leave the goods in your absence. We will endeavour to deliver the goods where instructed, please note, heavy items such as crates of logs and bulk bags will be offloaded via a crane and will be left adjacent to the vehicle.
As a general rule, all of our deliveries will be made by the roadside. However, if we can make the delivery easier for you by dropping the goods in a specific place on your land, we will try our best to accommodate. If we bring our vehicle onto your property, as per your instruction, we cannot be held liable for any damage.
If you live in an area with difficult access, you need to inform us prior to your delivery date so we can ensure to use the right transportation. If any of the below refers to your delivery address, please inform us:
Narrow lanes
Steep driveway
Limited parking/ offloading area
If you require a pallet truck, please be aware, this cannot be used on grass, slopes or gravel.
NATIONAL DELIVERY
At this time, we no longer offer nationwide delivery through our website. The cost to deliver via third party transport companies has increased drastically, and fuel surcharges are changing weekly.
Returns
If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us within 14 days to arrange a refund. It is the customer's responsibility to return the order of goods and we will refund you the cost of the product order within 30 days. We are unable to refund you for the cost of return.
Returning goods must not have been used in any way, be unmarked and free from blemishes, and must be returned in a saleable condition. For a more detailed explanation of our returns policy, please see our Returns page.
Description
Overview
Ericaceous compost is a specialised compost designed to create the acidic soil conditions that certain plants require. Unlike general multi-purpose composts, which sit around a neutral pH, ericaceous compost keeps the root zone suitably acidic and lime-free, ensuring acid-loving plants can take up nutrients effectively without stress or deficiency.
Growmoor Ericaceous Compost combines quality organic matter with a nutrient balance that supports healthy plant establishment and growth. The result is a growing medium that is easy to work with but tailored for specific planting needs.
Key Benefits & Applications
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Acidic pH (around 4.0): Maintains low soil alkalinity to suit calcifuge plants.
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Lime-Free Formula: Stops pH creeping upward, which can harm lime-sensitive species.
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Supports Healthy Roots: Air-rich structure helps roots develop with balanced moisture and drainage.
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Versatile Use: Excellent for planting in pots, containers, raised beds and garden borders.
Suitable Plants
Growmoor Ericaceous Compost is ideal for a range of acid-loving plants, including but not limited to:
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Rhododendrons
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Azaleas
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Camellias
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Blueberries
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Heathers and heaths
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Skimmia and other shade-loving shrubs
These species evolved in naturally acidic environments, and supplying the right soil conditions helps prevent common nutrient problems such as lime-induced chlorosis (yellowing leaves due to iron deficiency).
Why Choose Ericaceous Over Multi-Purpose?
Multi-purpose composts are brilliant all-rounders, but their pH is generally neutral or slightly alkaline — which is not what acid-loving plants need. If you plant calcifuges in the wrong compost, they can struggle despite your best care. Ericaceous compost eliminates this issue by matching their natural preferences.
Local Gardeners Tip
For West Yorkshire gardens around Huddersfield, Honley and Holmfirth where soil can vary, using ericaceous compost in containers or raised beds gives you control over the root environment — especially if your garden soil leans more alkaline. Combining it with mulch helps retain moisture and further supports plant wellbeing.
Specification
Size | 60L |
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Product Type | Compost |
Brand | Growmoor |
Product is ideal for: | Ericaceous Plants |
Key Features & Benefits | Ideal for Acid-Loving Plants |
Plants Unsuitable for Use | Acid Hating Plants |
Plants Suitable For Use |
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Multi Buy Discounts | 1 Bag , 20 Bags, |
Type | Ericaceous |