So in part I of starting an orchard, I went through why I want an orchard, but in this post, I will go through the planning and prepping I did. First off, this project almost didn’t get pulle…

This backyard food forest hosts a diverse planting of fruit trees and berries, with a mixed-species meadow understory to support pollinators and repair soil. Here's what we did.

Essential guide to planning an orchard. Choosing the right size tree, selecting your favourite varieties and general planting advice.

We spend a lot of time looking at annual crops and gardens, but perennials have their places. When it comes to fruit trees, we have many options in sizes. There’s little more majestic than a full-s…

What if I told you that it is possible to make a living from a 4-acre orchard and you can even do this with less work, more yield and more fun. What if I

Fruit Orchard Design for Small Spaces - Organic Gardening - MOTHER EARTH NEWS

Having a small homestead orchard is a great way to add to your self sufficiency and grow your gardening repertoire. Learn how to plan and plant one today.