AREA 4 – Cherries + plums + fig + mulberry + hazelnut (0.07–0.10 ac)

Clay loam reduces waterlogging risk for stonefruit.

Trees (7)

• Cherries × 2
• Plums × 2
• Fig × 1
• Mulberry × 1
• Hazelnut × 1

Soil adjustments

• No mounds needed except for fig if lower in the area.
• Plums love clay loam; cherries prefer upper, better-drained side.

Spacing

3.5–4 m.

Guild

• Deep miners: Comfrey, Yarrow
• Soil conditioners: Clover mix
• Pest allies: Calendula, Lemon Balm, Sweet Alyssum
• Clay-breakers: Daikon/Radish (seasonal), Plantain

Performance expectation: Very good — improved stability over a heavy-clay assumption.