AREA 6 – Edible garden room + gathering space (0.07–0.10 ac)
Clay loam allows more diverse species in this aesthetic-functional pocket.
Trees/shrubs (7)
- Meyer Lemon
- Satsuma Mandarin
- Washington Navel
- Mulberry
- Persimmon
- Serviceberry
- Feijoa
Soil adjustments
- Citrus still need mounds
- Serviceberry/Feijoa fine on-grade
- Persimmon prefers the slightly lower, moister part of this area
Guild
- Fragrance/herbal companions: Lemon Balm, Oregano, Thyme
- Evergreen understory: Feijoa (already present)
- Pollinator attractors: Calendula, Lavender (optional)
- Light groundcover: Strawberries, Clover
Performance expectation: High, and visually stunning.