Question From:
Cheryl Gibbs in Collie, Collie WA
Nature of problem:
Need to know names of Australian Natives you grew in building rubble many years ago as I have an area in the garden full of sand and limestone rock – fill from a building site in town and I would like to fill the site with things like grevilleas etc. By the way, all the best to yourself and Marea.
Type of Plant (if known):
Natives
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:
Sand
How often do you water the plant:
Should be self-sufficient within a couple of years
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
In full sun
What type of plant is it:
That’s the question
How long since you planted it:
Yet to plant
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
No
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Outdoors
What other treatments have you given the plant:
None planted yet
Upload photo if available:
Other Comments:
Just want fact sheet if still available. This episode appeared on Burke’s Backyard years ago.
Answer: Hi Cheryl, The plants we use on the East Coast are different from the WA garden plants. Go to Zanthorrea nursery and ask them for suggestions of Grevilleas, Flowering gum trees, Kangaroo Paws etc etc. Don
