Orchard Dig
17th December 2013
After what appeared to be constant rain of late, a break allowed a group of volunteers from the Allotment Association and the Wilderness Foundation to plant the trees for the Orchard Project. With all the requisite number of holes having been previously dug, the day required the team to plant, stake and secure each sapling, then fill with the previously removed earth and top off with some manure. Finally a protective matting surround was cut and pegged, and topped off with wood chippings to provide the new trees the maximum protection possible.
The trees that we have planted include a variety of apples, including cookers, plums, a damson, and a couple of gages. Whilst the saplings (pictured) don't look much at the moment, with careful care and attention it is anticipated that we should see our trees bearing fruit within 18 - 24 months.
The morning was rounded off with coffee and doughnuts, and on behalf of the Association offer our sincere thanks to all those that donated their time and effort to virtually complete the initial stages of our orchard project.
The trees that we have planted include a variety of apples, including cookers, plums, a damson, and a couple of gages. Whilst the saplings (pictured) don't look much at the moment, with careful care and attention it is anticipated that we should see our trees bearing fruit within 18 - 24 months.
The morning was rounded off with coffee and doughnuts, and on behalf of the Association offer our sincere thanks to all those that donated their time and effort to virtually complete the initial stages of our orchard project.