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How to save the orange tree?

John57
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How to save the orange tree?

Is this water log or wrong fertilizer or something else? Help me to save my orange tree and lemon too as they lose their leaves and vitality.

 

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Jason
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Re: Looking for an agi drain specialist

Hi @John57,

 

As Bunnings Workshop is a community for everyone across Australia and New Zealand, it's not the best place to find a local tradesperson in your area. We would suggest sites like Airtasker and Hipages are better sources of tradespeople near you. We've also removed your mobile phone number from your post to protect your privacy as this is a public forum. 

 

Apologies that we can't assist with your enquiry for suitable tradespeople, but we would be more than happy to assist you if you would like to tackle the project yourself.

 

Jason

 

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John57
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Re: Looking for an agi drain specialist

Hi Jason I jumped on Airtasker and found someone. I’ll revert as the job progresses next week.

 

Thanks

John

John57
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Re: How to save the orange tree?

Just wondering where the rest of this discussion has gone?

 

John

Jason
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Community Manager

Re: How to save the orange tree?

Great, thanks for the update @John57. You can access Page 1 of this discussion by clicking the links below - just above the "You might also like" heading.

 

Jason

 

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Re: How to save the orange tree?

Step 1 we are installing an agi drain to run across the wall on lower ground level to link up with the storm water drain along the side fence. Hopefully this will help dry this area out and reduce water around the two trees at risk. Next Tuesday now Wednesday schedule  … pics to follow.

John57
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Re: How to save the orange tree?

Oh dear

in a matter of days we are losing another tree. Lime is shedding its leave. Job starts tomorrow. Will one agi drain be enough or will we need two one below this tree across in front

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of the shed too?  

EricL
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: How to save the orange tree?

Hello @John57

 

One should be sufficient, I recommend putting in a Vinidex 100mm x 20m Socked Slotted Draincoil. I suggest using a socked drain coil to prevent soil from gathering inside and blocking the pipe. 

 

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

 

Eric  

 

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John57
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Re: How to save the orange tree?

Thanks Eric I have passed on your recommendations to the agi drain tradie, I believe he was already aiming at this product.

John57
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Re: How to save the orange tree?

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Progress shots…

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John57
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Re: How to save the orange tree?

Another issue was the ph level showing as way to acid, and the water level was measured as suitable for aquatic plants!

So agi drain to reduce the water level, and baking soda 1tsp to fix the acid level. And lets see what revives after today.

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