Don’s Expert Answers: I would like to plant a shade tree close to our house to grow about 4m. Do you have any recommendations.

Question From: 
DEB in  BORDERTOWN,  BORDERTOWN SA

 

Nature of problem: 
I would like to plant a shade tree close to our house to grow about 4m. Do you have any recommendations.

 

Type of Plant (if known): 
not known yet

 

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: 
clay

 

How often do you water the plant:
once established only in summer

 

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
full sun

 

What type of plant is it:
deciduous

 

How long since you planted it:
not yet

 

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

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Answer: Hi Deb, sorry but I can’t help.  You need LOCAL advice for this one.  Try at the local nursery or garden club.  Don