Food For Every Yard
Charleston’s Health Initiative: Growing Accessible, Healthy Food—One Fruit Tree at a Time
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Whether you want a tree, want to volunteer, or want to donate — we’d love to connect with you.
What if every yard in Charleston offered a source of nourishing food — where figs, pomegranates, or mulberries grow as freely as the grass beneath them. Food For Every Yard is making that vision real, by planting one fruit tree at a time. For every tree purchased, another tree is planted at no cost to those in need.
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Phone: 717-460-8297
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Our Mission
To ensure every household has easy access to fresh, nutrient-dense produce by planting at least one fruit tree in every yard throughout Charleston.
The Offering
The Choice of One Fruit Tree
Dwarf Mulberry
Pomegranate
Fig
Each Tree Includes Four Different Native Support Plants
Native Mint
Yarrow
Aster
Spiderwort
*Substitutions may occur with availability
Each Purchase Includes Soil, Mulch, and Installation
$500 Includes:
1 Fruit Tree
4 Native Support Plants
Mulch, Soil, and Installation
1 Fruit Tree Donated
*Additional fees may apply for areas further than a 20 miles radius from Charleston
Trees Planted To Date
FAQs
How much space do I need?
Each tree will need a 4-6 ft diameter dedicated space.
How do I choose which fruit tree is best for my yard?
The three options are chosen for their ease of care and adaptability to the area. The Dwarf Mulberry is the smallest option growing up to 8ft with pruning. The Pomegranate will grow 8-10 ft with pruning. The Fig will grow 8-10 ft with pruning.
Do I need a lot of sunlight?
What are “native support plants,” and why are they included?
Is installation included in the purchase price?
Do I need to prepare my yard in any way before installation?
How do I care for the tree after it’s planted?
After installation, the most important part of care is regular watering. The tree should be watered once a week for the first 6 months. We can install a drip irrigation system for an additional cost, to provide ease of mind. Pruning will become necessary if a smaller space needs to be utilized.
Is there a warranty?
We offer a limited guarantee for the first 3 months, provided you follow the recommended care instructions. If you notice any issues, contact us right away so we can assess, advise, or replace the tree if necessary.
What about the deer?
How soon can I expect to harvest fruit?
Many fruit trees take 1–3 years before they produce a significant harvest, depending on the variety and growing conditions. We’ll provide tips on how to care for your tree to encourage healthy growth and earlier fruiting. You may be able to harvest within first year!
Why is the focus on fruit trees?
Does the initiative cover ongoing maintenance or pruning?
Initial installation and setup are included as part of the purchase. We can provide ongoing maintenance for an additional fee. The purchase of a maintenance agreement will extend the warranty of the tree to 6 months. We provide pruning and maintenance instructions for all installations.
Service Locations
Based in Charleston, South Carolina and serving clients globally.
Design Services offered globally. Installation Services offered in South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. For installation services outside of these regions we partner with a network of permaculture landscape professionals that can service all regions of the United States. For installation services outside the United States, please contact us directly.