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Citrus & Blueberry Orchards: what to plant /put around the sandy soil?

 
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I live in N. Florida (ZONE 9a), property is a sand bar of white sand. I imported all soil to plant 50 BB bushes and 30qty Citrus / Nut trees.

The orchards are spaced out generously. There is just soooo much white SAND around everything. I thought about hauling in 4 truck loads of Wood Chips and let it decompose. But then I also wanted to plant Crimson Clover for the bees to feed on (we have 10qty hives).

I have been trying to read up on Permaculture ideas and what others are doing-- but cannot really find any information on the best approach for N. Florida climate and what to do with the orchards.

Appreciate any experience that you might have to share with us?

Thanks...

Skipper T & Vicki
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Welcome to permies.  There are other FL folks here so hopefully they can help out with this question.
 
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