Soil Requirements for Lilacs, Potentilla, Forsythia, and Blueberries in Zone 4

Lilacs, Forsythia, Potentilla

Not fussy about pH or texture; prefer heavier clay soils.

Ericaceous—need acidic pH ~5.5 and deep organic soil.

Amend heavily with organic matter for blueberries; others will adapt.

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