Fruit Tree Care Package
Enjoy a Bountiful Harvest and Healthy Trees All Year Long
At Project Garden, we know that growing fruit trees can be one of the most rewarding aspects of gardening—nothing beats biting into a homegrown apple, pear, or plum. However, fruit trees require consistent care to produce high-quality fruit and stay free from pests and diseases. Our Fruit Tree Care Package is designed to provide all the essential services your fruit trees need throughout the year, giving you peace of mind and a fruitful harvest.
Why Choose a Fruit Tree Care Package?
- Improved Yields: Regular pruning and feeding encourage stronger growth and more abundant, better-quality fruit.
- Disease & Pest Prevention: Proactive sprays, inspections, and correct cultural practices reduce the risk of common issues like scab, canker, or codling moth.
- Healthier Trees: Encouraging balanced growth ensures trees live longer and remain structurally sound.
- Expert Guidance: Our team understands each fruit tree’s unique needs—apples, pears, plums, cherries, and more—tailoring care to maximise performance.
What’s Included in Our Package
1. Seasonal Pruning & Training
- Dormant Pruning (Winter): Shape and remove dead or crossing branches to encourage healthy, open canopies.
- Summer Pruning: Tidy up excessive growth, especially important for espalier or cordon-trained trees, and remove diseased shoots early.
- Formative & Maintenance Pruning: For younger trees, we focus on establishing strong branch structures; for mature trees, we manage size and fruiting spurs.
2. Feeding & Soil Improvement
- Soil Testing: Check pH and nutrient levels.
- Targeted Fertilisation: Apply balanced or specialist feeds (e.g., high-potash fertilisers) to support flowering and fruit development.
- Mulching: Retain moisture and add organic matter around the base to improve soil health and tree vigour.
3. Pest & Disease Management
- Regular Inspections: Identify early signs of issues like aphids, codling moth, scab, or canker.
- Biological & Chemical Treatments: Use environmentally friendly methods where possible (e.g., pheromone traps, organic sprays) and professional-grade solutions if needed.
- Sanitation: Remove and dispose of fallen fruit, leaves, or infected branches to reduce overwintering pathogens.
4. Pollination & Fruit Thinning
- Cross-Pollination Advice: Help you select the right pollinator varieties or place pollination partners if needed.
- Blossom Protection: Offer tips or frost covers if late frosts threaten blooms.
- Fruit Thinning: Improve fruit size and quality by removing excess clusters.
5. Harvest & Post-Harvest Support
- Harvest Timing: Guidance on when to pick fruit for the best flavour and storage.
- Pruning After Harvest: Light pruning to tidy trees and prepare for winter.
- Winter Washes: Dormant season oil sprays to tackle overwintering pests and eggs.
Our Year-Round Schedule (Example)
- Winter (Dec–Feb): Major dormant pruning, soil amendments, tree inspections, winter washes.
- Spring (Mar–May): Early pest checks, blossom protection, feeding, watch for frost damage.
- Summer (Jun–Aug): Summer pruning, thinning fruit, addressing pests/diseases.
- Autumn (Sep–Nov): Harvest guidance, post-harvest cleanup, minor pruning, final feed, leaf removal.
Package Options & Pricing
(Prices vary by number of trees, size, and condition. Contact us for a tailored quote.)
- Basic Annual Package(from £150/year)
- One winter pruning visit
- One summer pruning/inspection visit
- Seasonal feeding and pest check
- Basic email/phone support
- Comprehensive Annual Package(from £250/year)
- Winter pruning + soil test
- Spring feed application and blossom protection advice
- Summer pruning, fruit thinning, and pest/disease control
- Autumn harvest consultation + final feed
- Priority scheduling for urgent issues
- Optional dormant spray or winter wash
- Custom Orchard Care
- Perfect for larger orchards or a wide variety of fruit trees.
- Includes multiple visits, advanced pest management, pollination planning, and more.
Add-On Services: New tree planting, or extra visits for storm damage or re-shaping neglected trees.
Why Choose Project Garden?
- Skilled Arborists: Our team has extensive training in fruit tree biology, pruning techniques, and disease management.
- Environmentally Conscious: We prioritise natural and organic solutions, using chemical sprays only when necessary.
- Reliable & Transparent: Clear communication, scheduled visits, and transparent pricing—no surprises.
- Local Expertise: Familiar with the Hampshire (or your region’s) climate and soil conditions, ensuring region-specific advice.
Ready to Grow Your Best Harvest Yet?
📞 Call us today on 07795 800 772 or 📧 email us at info@projectgarden.co.uk.
Let us tailor a Fruit Tree Care Package to match your orchard’s needs—so you can enjoy plentiful, delicious fruit for years to come.
Project Garden
Helping your fruit trees thrive through every season.