Gone are the days where orchards were banished to the back garden, or needed large expanses of meadow, to grow in row upon row. With so many compact hybrids of fruit trees becoming available to us gardeners, there is no reason not to get digging and plant an orchard. Not only will you have the benefit of fruit, but trees also provide shade and attract pollinators – all beneficial to creating a healthy and diverse ecosystem. With a few simple observations of your garden, good planning and the right choice of trees, your home orchard could give you years of bounty.
Deciding on where to plant
The ideal planting area
