Philadelphia Orchard Project

Philadelphia Orchard Project

How We've Grown
Orchards Supported
71
Orchards Planted
57
Trees Planted
1699
Shrubs & Vines
4383
Number of Perennials
29301
Number of Volunteers
827

About Philadelphia Orchard Project

POP works with community-based groups and volunteers to plan and plant orchards filled with useful and edible plants in formerly vacant lots, community gardens, schoolyards, and other spaces, primarily in low-wealth neighborhoods where people have limited access to fresh fruit. We provide orchard design assistance, plant materials, and training in orchard care. Community organizations own, maintain, and harvest the orchards, expanding community-based food production, environmental benefits, and opportunities for nature education.

Latest Blog Posts

Pruning Season Resources

Pruning season on the POP team is a pretty energetic time. We support most of our 71 orchard partners in pruning their orchards between end… Read More

Orchard Guides 2025

POPCORE: Community Orchard Resilience Education At POP, we don’t just steward land. We steward knowledge.  Every orchard we work with offers valuable lessons that we… Read More