u/ObjectiveGrapefruit7

Over the coming weeks I’m going to plant some citrus trees in these birdies citrus tree planters. There is clay soil underneath which is why I’m opting for raised beds.

Any tips or common pitfalls I should avoid before I get started? Should I bury the bed a little or just leave it on top? Should I just fill it all with citrus potting mix?

For some extra context, this is the western side fence of a north facing backyard in Australia. The fence will shade the bed from about 1pm onwards in the summer but once the trees grow enough they will get sun into the afternoon too. I’m going to opt for some dwarf varieties.

Any help or advice is appreciated.

https://preview.redd.it/02f8wtw3vfkh1.jpg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ac5cff3abc81825ada255740aaa2d4ec2c67e048

Over the coming weeks I’m going to plant some citrus trees in these birdies citrus tree planters. There is clay soil underneath which is why I’m opting for raised beds.

Any tips or common pitfalls I should avoid before I get started? Should I bury the bed a little or just leave it on top? Should I just fill it all with citrus potting mix?

For some extra context, this is the side fence of a north facing backyard in Newcastle. The fence will shade the bed from about 1pm onwards in the summer but once the trees grow enough they will get sun into the afternoon too. I’m going to opt for some dwarf varieties.

Any help or advice is appreciated.

https://preview.redd.it/zx77ud9xpfkh1.jpg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7cd05cee7bf40f8f629296bf0c58d91a608e3e1b