Montacute Valley Orchards

05/10/2026

Lemon harvest has begun!!!
Cherries won’t be too far away

25/09/2026

Gorgeous weather for cherries.
Fruit on different varieties are starting to set. Won’t be long!

18/09/2026

Cutting grass ensures there are minimal flowers for the bees to go to encouraging them to go to the cherry flowers!
It also reduces places for snakes to go so our pickers don’t freak out!

17/09/2026

Blossom is coming out!!
Warm days and lots of bee activity!

16/09/2026

Plenty of early blossom out with some early cherries starting to set!
Let’s hope the fine weather continues

12/09/2026

Sunshine and fertiliser =strong w**d growth
Weeds need to be controlled prior to netting and harvest
Cherries are starting to bloom
We’re getting busy!!

30/08/2026

Every year trees are replaced to ensure new varieties are introduced into the orchard. This year has been especially challenging due to the wet winter. Let’s hope the fine weather continues!

28/08/2026

After a few warmer days the trees are coming to life! These buds will produce the cherries that you have come to like. Keep a look out for more posts about what we do to bring you your cherries!

20/08/2026

After a very wet autumn and winter the time has come to start preparing the trees for this years Season!
Application of fertiliser will ensure many tasty cherries are available for you all to enjoy. Stay tuned for more posts about what we do to ensure you have the best quality fruit available!

05/01/2026