Fruit Tree and Orchard Planting

Recommended fruit tree species for planting as part of a scheme or orchard include, but are not limited to:

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• Pear (Pyrus spp.)

• Apple (Malus domestica varieties)

• Plum (Prunus domestica)

• Cherry (Prunus avium)

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Where possible native species should be used and the advice of an arboricultural consultant sought where necessary.

Benefits

Wildlife that benefit from fruit trees and live in orchards:

• A range of common invertebrates;

• Small mammals;

• Bats;