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Herbs to grow on top of potted citrus

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Question From: 
cassandra harrison in  Bathurst,  Bathurst NSW

 

Nature of problem: 
what herbs to grow on top of citrus tree in pot

 

Type of Plant (if known): 
lemon, cumquat, lime

 

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself): 
companions in pots

 

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type: 
appropriate potting mix

 

How often do you water the plant:
in summer, most days

 

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
a few

 

What type of plant is it:
lemon, lime and cumquat trees

 

How long since you planted it:
all three vary

 

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Citrus fertiliser not due till February

 

Is the plant indoors or outdoors: 
outdoors

 

What other treatments have you given the plant: 
mulch

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Other Comments: 

 

Answer: Hi Cassandra, Don’t do it. Citrus really resent root competition of any sort.  Don

 

 

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