Orchards may also be used for recreational or educational purposes, such as providing a place for people to pick their own fruit or learn about different types of fruit trees.

Orchards can vary in size and layout, depending on the specific needs of the trees and the goals of the grower. Some orchards are organized in a traditional grid pattern, with rows of trees planted in straight lines, while others may be arranged in a more irregular pattern to take advantage of natural features of the land or to make the most efficient use of space. Orchards may also include other types of crops, such as vegetables, herbs, or flowers, depending on the goals and resources of the grower.

In addition to growing and caring for the trees, orchard management may also involve tasks such as pruning, fertilizing, pest control, and irrigation to ensure the health and productivity of the trees. Orchard management may also involve marketing and selling the fruit, either through direct sales to consumers or through wholesale channels.

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Eutopia borealis

When Lumia and I moved to Finland in 2016 we started observing right away. We discovered micro climates, areas where edible fungi grew, natural trees nurseries, etc. We also noticed one particular area. An area that somehow seemed out of context…