Possible Clues:

• Straight up the sound of the fruit needs a go for a plant
• Measure the depth
• Tree said to be sound
• Reportedly, highly desirable weight
• Lead protecting chimney exactly
• Absolutely straight — sound
• Choice announced? Precisely
• Sound of record turning, naff first to last
• Reportedly, cushy work in bathroom?
• Check depth of water below fruit-tree, say