The Orchard

Our main orchard is made up of 1200 trees on 5 acres. Most of the trees are on semi-dwarf rootstock and grow 8 - 10 feet high, providing lots of apples within easy reach for pick-your-own visitors of all ages. The trees range in age from 3 to 40 years, and there are even 6 big old McIntosh trees near the Rideau Canal that were planted in the 1940's! Each year, we interplant young trees to replace older ones that are no longer healthy and productive. In 2009, we purchased more farmland to expand the orchard. After improving the land with drainage, clearing and tillage, we planted 250 young trees in 2011. We will be planting more young trees to increase our capacity. Learn about our approach to sustainable farming.