Question From:
Vivienne Maxwell in Marden, Adelaide SA
Nature of problem:
I have a strawberries and a fig tree that require repotting. id like to plant them in a large raised garden bed, with the strawberriesbeneath the fig tree. will this work? Will they grow well together?
Type of Plant (if known):
black genoa fig, unknown strawberry
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
nil
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
garden bed soil from landscaping supply
How often do you water the plant:
twice weekly in summer, less freqently in cold/rainy weather
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
At least 8
What type of plant is it:
fruit tree and groundcover
How long since you planted it:
fig is 3 years old, strawberries 1 yr
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
sporadically with seasol
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoors
What other treatments have you given the plant:
both well mulched
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Other Comments:
Answer: Sounds good to me. Don
