Cultivating heritage and a greener future for all

Based near Ashford in Kent, Grow Fruit Trees is a family-run nursery passionate about preserving the UK’s fruit-growing heritage. For nearly 20 years, it has specialised in propagating rare and heritage varieties – many sourced from the National Fruit Collection at Brogdale. But the nursery’s mission goes beyond supplying high-quality trees. It is also committed to environmental sustainability through its carbon-offset orchard programme, partnering with eco-conscious organisations to plant fruit trees that support biodiversity, sequester carbon, and produce fresh, local fruit. Just one acre of apple trees can absorb up to 20 tonnes of carbon, says the company, and release 15 tonnes of oxygen each year.

Grow Fruit Trees caters to everyone, from home gardeners searching for a unique variety to businesses and councils planning large-scale orchards. The range includes apples, pears, plums, cherries, and more, all available online or at the nursery in Mersham.

The organisation is also proud to run the Fruit Trees for Schools programme, which brings tree planting and environmental education into school communities across the UK. Businesses are invited to collaborate in supporting this initiative to help even more children connect with nature, learn about sustainability, and enjoy the benefits of growing their own fruit.

Grow Fruit Trees believes in planting for the future – with heritage, sustainability, and community all rooted in every tree. Visit growfruittrees.co.uk