And just like that

One moment the trees are bursting with blossom and the next they are gone only to be replaced by the emerging signs of fruit. The next part of the process is the June drop - a period of fruit shedding that occurs naturally. Once the fall of fruit is complete, the trees can be assessed to establish whether any pruning is required to help those remaining on the trees to develop into mature fruits. So don't be alarmed if you see small fruits on the orchard floor over the next few weeks. 

The work never stops and the Orchard team are always planning ahead. Recently, we successfully collected manure for application in March 2023 - 50 bags of the good stuff! It was hard work and so many thanks go to Peter, Philip and Nigel. 

Lastly, if you have been down to the Orchard this extra long bank holiday, you may have spotted our Deer'dre adorned herself with a red, white and blue accessory or two to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee. She's even put some bunting up for the occasion!