Jack’s Classic Acid Special 17-6-6
$19.99
Available for Local DeliveryAcid Special 17-6-6 helps to reduce soil pH which allows your plants to better utilize iron and other trace elements for overall plant growth. Perfect for greening up all acid loving garden and houseplants including: Azaleas, camellias, rhododendrons, hydrangeas, blueberries and citrus. Acid Special is best used as a root drench–especially for plantings next to concrete foundations of the home or other areas where soil pH may be elevated. This product will promote lush vegetative growth and better blooms through its enhanced nutrient package, which includes elevated levels of iron and sulfur. or use on Azaleas, Camellias, Rhododendrons, Pin oaks, Holly, Hydrangea (blue), Magnolias, white and yellow Pine, Spruce, Cedar, Birch, and Blueberry.
1.5 lb
Frequently Asked Questions
Jack’s Classic Acid Special 17-6-6 is a water-soluble fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants. It helps lower soil pH so plants can better absorb iron and other trace elements while supporting healthy green growth and blooms.
Jack’s Classic Acid Special is ideal for acid-loving plants such as azaleas, camellias, rhododendrons, blue hydrangeas, blueberries, hollies, magnolias, pin oaks, citrus, pines, spruce and cedar.
Yes. Jack’s Classic Acid Special can be used to feed hydrangeas that prefer acidic growing conditions. By helping lower the root-zone pH, it also makes iron and other micronutrients more available to the plant.
It can help when yellowing is caused by iron deficiency associated with high soil pH. Lowering the root-zone pH can make iron more available to acid-loving plants and help support greener foliage.
Many Texas soils tend to be alkaline, which can make it harder for acid-loving plants to absorb certain nutrients, particularly iron. An acid-forming fertilizer such as Jack’s Classic Acid Special can help create better root-zone conditions for these plants.