Orchard Creation

Orchard creation brings together productive planting, wildlife value and long-term landscape character, creating beautiful spaces that improve with age.

We design and plant orchards for gardens, farms, estates and private land, using carefully selected fruit trees suited to the site, soil, aspect and long-term aims. From small garden orchards to wider field or paddock planting, we can advise on layout, tree selection, protection, establishment and aftercare. Orchards can provide seasonal blossom, fruit, pollinator habitat, shade, structure and a stronger connection between the home and surrounding landscape. Where appropriate, we can also integrate meadow grassland, native hedging, wildlife ponds and habitat features to create a richer, more resilient outdoor space. Our approach is practical, site-led and focused on helping each orchard establish well for the future.

Orchard Creation services we offer

New Orchard Establishment

Planting of carefully selected fruit trees to create productive, wildlife-rich orchards suited to the site, soil and long-term aims.

Orchard Restoration

Restoration of neglected or overgrown orchards through selective pruning, clearance, replanting and sensitive long-term management.

Fruit tree selection & sourcing

Advice on suitable apple, pear, plum and other fruit varieties, including local, heritage and site-appropriate options.

Orchard layout & design

Practical orchard layouts designed around access, spacing, mowing, pollination, shelter, views and future maintenance.

Tree protection & establishment

Installation of stakes, guards, mulch and protection systems to support strong establishment and reduce browsing damage.

Orchard meadow & habitat creation

Enhancement of orchard floors with meadow areas, pollinator planting and habitat features to support biodiversity.

Why choose us?

  • Orchards designed around your site, soil and long-term aims.

  • Practical layouts that consider access, spacing, mowing and future maintenance.

  • Careful fruit tree selection, including local, heritage and site-suitable varieties.

  • Strong understanding of exposure, drainage and South West growing conditions.

  • Planting methods focused on healthy establishment and long-term resilience.

  • Pollination, blossom, fruiting and biodiversity considered from the start.

  • Options to integrate meadows, hedges, ponds and wider habitat features.

  • Aftercare and management advice to help the orchard develop successfully.