Welland Community Orchard

Gather, harvest, and learn at one of the largest and most diverse community orchards in Canada. Once the backyard of local conservationist Rex Welland, the orchard is home to nearly 200 fruit trees and vines, including many rare varieties of apple, pear, plum, fig, grape, hazelnut, kiwi, paw paw, and more.

Our Impact from 2025

65

wolunteer work parties

200+

unique volunteers

11

public workshops

How can you get involved?

Visit the Orchard

Location, hours, accessibility, nursery and what to expect when you visit.

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Join a Workshop

Learn about fruit tree care, food processing and more!

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Volunteer with Welland

Hands-on orchard care, no experience or prior orientation needed.

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Learn about Welland’s History

Rex Welland’s legacy and how the orchard became a public space.

Buy From Our Nursery

Currently Available as of Fall 2026:

Pacific Willow
Hardhack
Wild Strawberries
Black Currents
Goose Berries
Grafted Heritage Apple Trees (multiple cultivars and rootstocks available, email for current stock)

Nursery is open by appointment only on Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays at Welland Orchard. Email [email protected] to arrange a time.

Have a question about the project?

Email us at [email protected]