Question From:
Deb in Concord, Sydney New South Wales
Nature of problem:
I wish to plant a viburnum hedge with two magnolia little gem trees. Will the west facing aspect be too hot for them?
Type of Plant (if known):
Magnolia little gem
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
Not applicable
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
Not sure. Just garden soil.
How often do you water the plant:
Will be every couple of days or when required
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
Around 6 but hot in the afternoon in summer
How long since you planted it:
Not yet planted
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Not applicable
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:
Not applicable
Upload photo if available:
Other Comments:
Advice please on whether the western afternoon sun would be too much and if so can you suggest something similar that would cope?
Answer:
Both plants should be fine in that position, Deb. Don