Question From:
Debra in darley, melbourne VIC
Nature of problem:
i have a spot where no grass will go only weeds but i want to put a shade tree .
Type of Plant (if known):
weeping willow or some thing similar
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
none
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
hard rocky soil
How often do you water the plant:
when needed
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
it will get full sun all day
What type of plant is it:
i wat a shade tree
How long since you planted it:
no yet planted
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
no yet
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoors
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
ground
What other treatments have you given the plant:
none
Upload photo if available:
Other Comments:
I want something that will grow and be drought tolerant
Answer: Hi Debra, I really needed a photo to be able to help. Try digging a huge but wide hole. If you can, plant an Agonis flexuosa (WA weeping myrtle). If you can’t dig a hole, plant nothing. Don