New Zealand is a combination of temperate regions with varied microclimates. However, it is the dream of every fruit grower. Whether it is crisp apples in the cooler south or rich subtropical delights in the north, with the right varieties Kiwi gardeners can eat fresh virtually all year long. Again, with a little planning, you can convert your backyard to a never-ending source of juicy, home-grown fruit.
Finding the Right Trees for Your Garden
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Apples and Pears – the Staple
More common to NZ gardens are apples and pears especially in cooler climates. Pacific Rose, Granny Smith and Royal Gael varieties also have different harvest periods, so you can enjoy fresh fruit all the way into late autumn. Some pears like the Williams Bon Chretien and Conference are also equally rewarding particularly when they are cultivated in pairs to experience cross-pollination. Such trees are sturdy, multi-purpose, and may be trained as espaliers in small gardens.
Stone Fruits – Summer Treats
There is no sign of summer like taking a bite out of a sweet peach or nectarine. Stone fruits like peaches, nectarines, apricots all do well in warmer areas of New Zealand. Cherry, though require a little more patience, and cold conditions for stunning blossoms. Having a blend of these varieties will guarantee a constant summer flow of sun-ripened goodness.
Citrus for Year-Round Zest
Oranges are heroes of everlasting harvests. Oranges, lemons, and mandarins have several seasons in which they may fruit (usually overlapping) creating a continuous supply. The varieties such as Meyer lemon are specifically adapted to the NZ conditions and they give bountiful yields even when they are placed in smaller areas or in pots.
Subtropical Treats for the North
Avocados, feijoas, and guavas thrive in warmer climate and prolong your fruiting season. Feijoas are a Kiwi favorite- because of low maintenance and large produce, with fruit maturing in late autumn and early winter.
Berries and Smaller Fruit Choices
Although they are not trees, berries (blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries) are used to address the gaps in seasons. Blueberries will thrive in acidic soil, raspberries will be middle-summer nectar, and blackberries will add the end of summer hit. When they are planted together with the common fruit trees, you have a full calendar of harvesting.
Final Thoughts
Backyard orchard planting in New Zealand is a matter of when rather than what. The combination of creations of various fruit trees will not only help you taste a greater number of flavours, but also make sure that your harvest basket will never run out.