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Adopt your own cherry tree

We grow your cherries & post you your cherries when they're ready.

Adopt your own cherry tree

We grow your cherries & post you your cherries when they're ready.

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Fergus Grant

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The history of your adopted tree, check in during this season for updates on the growing progress.

August 7, 2025

Your Tree Buds in Chill Mode🧊

Right now your cherry tree might look like it's sleeping, but there’s a lot going on!

During winter, the buds on your tree enter a special state called dormancy, kind of like hibernation. It’s their way of staying safe during Central Otago’s frosty weather. They shut down to conserve energy, build up nutrients, and activate a clever defence trick called supercooling which means they can drop below freezing without actually freezing. Science, eh?

Buds go through two stages:

  • Endodormancy (deep sleep mode)
  • Ecodormancy (awake, but waiting for the right temps to grow)

Even though the tree looks bare, those little buds are hard at work, quietly building up the energy they’ll need to burst into bloom in spring. So next time you check your dashboard, zoom in close! Those tiny buds are the start of something sweet. 🍒

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August 2, 2025

Winter Tidy-Up

Keeping things straight and getting your tree sorted for Spring

Winter’s in full swing down here in Central Otago, and while things slow down above ground, there’s still plenty going on behind the scenes! We’ve finished pruning and now we’re getting your cherry tree clipped to our UFO trellis, keeping it nice and straight. This is a key stage in your tree’s development as it sets things up perfectly for strong spring growth and maximum fruit yield and growth.

Think of it as a winter haircut and a bit of yoga all in one😂✂️ Not too long now before the bees will be buzzing, the buds will pop, and your electric cherries will be on their way. Can’t wait to show you more soon!

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August 1, 2025

Frosty mornings = future cherries.

A few foggy mornings & frozen gloves for our team, but your tree is happy!

Central Otago’s been serving up frosty mornings and frozen gloves this past month, not exactly fun for the team, but absolutely perfect for your tree! The cold helps it rest and recharge, building up the energy it needs to burst into blossom when the warmer days arrive. Even with the inversion layer hanging around, we’re out here making sure your tree is getting the best care through winter — pruning, mulching, and keeping things tidy so it’s all set up for a cracking season.

Only a few months to go before your trees icy branches turn into big, sweet cherries. Can’t wait!

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July 29, 2025

Your tree had its TV debut!

Our feature on A New Zealand Food Story with Ben Bayly

Hey team, big news — your adopted cherry tree officially had a TV cameo!

A couple of weeks back, we featured on A New Zealand Food Story with Ben Bayly, sharing the journey of how we’re growing export-grade cherries for Kiwi families using 100% electric machinery. It was such an awesome opportunity to show the rest of NZ what we’re up to and give people a peek at the very trees you’ve adopted. We loved having Ben and the crew out here, and seeing the orchard (and your tree!) on national TV was a real pinch‑me moment for the whole team.

If you missed it, you can catch the full episode here: 👉 Watch here

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July 28, 2025

Your adopted tree just got an wooly winter upgrade!

An exciting partnership with Terra Lana

We’ve just rolled out wool weed mats under your tree. Yep, actual wool!

They’re made from sheep dags (the bits of wool that usually get thrown out) and turned into biodegradable mats by an awesome Kiwi company called Terralana. These mats keep weeds down, lock in moisture, and even insulate the soil through our frosty Central Otago mornings. Over time they’ll break down naturally and feed the ground — how good’s that?

We reckon your tree deserves the best care we can give it, and this is another step towards that. Right now, your tree is still in its winter rest and the cold’s exactly what it needs to set up a cracker season ahead. In a few months we’ll start seeing bud swell, then blossom, then fruit… and before you know it, harvest will be here!!

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June 9, 2025

Electric Cherry Tree Update: Fergus

Hey Fergus, here’s your Electric Cherry Tree update with the latest on how your little tree is growing and glowing!

Fergus, your Electric Cherry Tree, lovingly named Fergus Grant, is thriving and showing some beautiful progress! Recent updates from the grove show that Fergus Grant is budding steadily, with vibrant new leaves and early signs of blossoming that promise a striking bloom in the coming weeks. Thanks to the consistent care and the perfect balance of sun and nutrients, your tree is on track to glow beautifully in the season ahead. Your adopted tree continues to contribute to a more sustainable future, helping restore natural habitat and supporting biodiversity in the area. Stay tuned for more updates as Fergus Grant continues to blossom and brighten up the grove!
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May 4, 2025

Still Pruning Your Cherry Tree

We're still out here carefully pruning your electric cherry tree, keeping it healthy and growing strong just for you.

Hi Fergus! Just checking in from the orchard to let you know that we’re still carefully tending to your electric cherry tree, Fergus Grant. The pruning process is in full swing as we shape and guide the branches for optimal growth and future cherry production. This essential care ensures your tree stays healthy, resilient, and full of potential as the season progresses. We’re keeping a close eye on every detail, making sure Fergus Grant continues to thrive. Thanks for being part of this journey—your tree is in great hands!
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April 18, 2025

Welcome and Hang Your Plaque

Your electric cherry tree is live and shining—stop by to see your plaque proudly hanging and celebrate your special spot in the grove!

We’re thrilled to welcome you to the Electric Cherry Tree Grove and share that your adopted tree, Fergus Grant, is now live and glowing! Your personalized plaque is proudly displayed and ready for your visit—it’s a beautiful symbol of your contribution and connection to this living art installation. Be sure to stop by your tree in the grove to see your name shining among the canopy and take a moment to celebrate your meaningful place in this growing community of adopters. Thank you for being a part of this vibrant project—Fergus Grant stands tall and illuminated because of you!
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April 18, 2025

Welcome and Hang Your Plaque

We're excited to welcome you and let you know your personalized plaque is now hanging proudly on your electric cherry tree!

We’re thrilled to officially welcome you as an adopter of your Electric Cherry Tree, Fergus Grant! Your personalized plaque has now been beautifully placed on your tree, marking your unique connection to this special part of our community. Each tree in the grove tells a story, and yours is now part of a vibrant, growing legacy. We’re so excited to share this journey with you and can’t wait for you to see Fergus Grant flourish in the seasons ahead. Thank you for being part of this meaningful experience and for bringing your story to life on the Electric Cherry Tree walk.
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April 11, 2025

April Pruning Update

✂️ Snip Snip — We’re Almost There!

Our pruning’s almost wrapped up — just a few rows to go! Your tree’s had its annual haircut and is looking sharp and ready for the cooler months ahead❄️

A tidy tree means better light exposure and makes our frost fighting efforts more effective once winter hits. Thanks to the Pickman Picca machine, we’ve doubled our efficiency this season — we’re tracking nearly a month ahead of schedule! 💪🌳⚡

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March 28, 2025

Tree Adopted

Welcome to the Electric Cherry family

Exciting times ahead! You've adopted one of our trees, and your now ready to start following along on the tree adoption journey. Your certificate will be with you soon!
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March 25, 2025

Autumn Is Here - Time To Prune!

We're giving your tree a quick trim to keep is nice and tidy for the Winter months ahead

🍂 Autumn has arrived at Forest Lodge, and your electric cherry tree is settling in for a well-earned rest after a fantastic harvest!
We’re currently busy with pruning, post-harvest maintenance, and prepping the orchard for winter, making sure every tree (including yours!) is in great shape for the cooler months ahead. The leaves are turning golden, the air’s getting crisp, and with help from our fully electric gear, we’re keeping things clean, green, and cosy🌳🍒⚡

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January 1, 2024

The Third Harvest

Your Tree’s Third Harvest

Our biggest harvest on the orchard so far, and the cherries from your tree were the biggest and juiciest we’d seen.

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January 1, 2023

The Second Harvest

Big juicy cherries

Our cherries got bigger & better by year, and this was our first export-quality harvest from your tree.

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January 1, 2022

The First Harvest

This tree grew its first small harvest of cherries

The first cherries were picked off your tree, and it was our very first harvest on the orchard.

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September 10, 2021

Officially Fossil-Fuel Free

Gained our NZ0 certificate being 100% electric growing

We gained our NZ0 certification which means that we officially use zero fossil fuels both on the orchard and in production.

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December 17, 2020

First Growth‍

UFO Trellis System Installed

We installed our UFO growing trellises, meaning your tree grows Upright for the most efficient harvest and best cherries possible!

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September 1, 2020

Your Tree Was Planted

Your adopted tree was planted at Forest Lodge Orchard

The Forest Lodge journey began, and your tree was planted.

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