Question From:
Marion Leggett in Rouchel, Hunter Valley near Scone NSW
Nature of problem:
Want hedge plant traditional style dark green frost resistant and grows quick to about1.5m. Has to tolerate a little dry and hot. Nedd to know where to buy. Don’t like plants that have a change in colour or anything other than dark green
Type of Plant (if known):
Hedge
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:
Clay
How often do you water the plant:
Can water with grey water as much as needed as on farm
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
Full sun to part shade
What type of plant is it:
Hedge
How long since you planted it:
Haven’t
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
No but can
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Outdoor
What other treatments have you given the plant:
None
Upload photo if available:
Other Comments:
Answer:Hi Marion. This is a local area question. Local soils, local water (even grey) and local microclimates all combine to create your local area’s signature. So, go around the local area until you find a great hedge that you admire. Then pop in and ask them what it is. If they don’t know, take a sample of the plant to the local nursery and ask them to ID it for you. It is that simple. Don
