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Question From: 
Monika in  Dee Why,  Sydney NSW

 

Nature of problem: 
I would like to plant a row of Magnolia trees as a high hedge to screen out neighbour’s balcony. Is there anything I can plant underneath which would do well in the same garden bed? I would really like some blueberries, but would they be OK together? The bed gets the afternoon sun and the new soil is yet to be ordered. (Is there a special type of soil we need to order?). And what else would you recommend if anything to plant underneath? Thank you.

 

Type of Plant (if known): 
Magnolia Grandiflora Teddy Bear and Blueberry

 

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself): 
n/a

 

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type: 
to be ordered,

 

How often do you water the plant:
Awaiting for your advice

 

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
4-5 (less in winter)

 

What type of plant is it:
Magnolia Grandiflora

 

How long since you planted it:
to be planted

 

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
not yet

 

Is the plant indoors or outdoors: 
outdoor

 

Is the plant in a pot or in the ground: 
ground

 

What other treatments have you given the plant: 
n/a

Upload photo if available: 

Other Comments: 

 

Answer: Not much info to go on Monika. At a rough guess, all should be ok. Order a best quality Organic soil mix.  Don

 

 

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