My Home Orchard – Growing Fruit Trees for Shade, Pollinators, and Fresh Produce
One of my favorite things about my home is the beautiful fruit trees I’ve planted. Watching them grow fills me with joy, and I love seeing my yard transform into a lush, green oasis.
What Fruit Trees Am I Growing?
In my front yard, I have:
🍋 A thriving lemon tree
🍑 An established apricot tree
🌱 A self-seeded apricot sapling – I’m excited to see if it will eventually bear fruit!
In my backyard, my mini orchard includes:
🍋 Another lemon tree
🍊 Two orange trees
🫐 A mulberry tree
🌿 A passionfruit vine that has taken over my entire back fence
🍊 A mandarin tree
🍑 A nectarine tree
Why I Love Growing Fruit Trees
🌳 Natural shade – Perfect for hot Australian summers
🐝 Attracting bees and butterflies – Supporting pollinators is important!
🍊 Fresh, homegrown fruit – A delicious bonus
Every time I step outside, I feel happy surrounded by lush greenery in different hues. My little home orchard is a peaceful retreat, and I can’t wait to watch it flourish.
Do you grow fruit trees in your yard? Let me know what you’re growing! 🌱🍊
