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Australia Travel Guide > VIC > Melbourne > Attractions > Pettys Orchard, VIC Australia

Pettys Orchard


AddressMonckton Rd,
Templestowe
Victoria, 3106, Australia
Enquiries : Send an enquiry to Pettys Orchard

Pettys Orchard grows, displays and interprets over 200 different types of antique apples.


Pettys Orchard is 44 hectares in size. This includes approximately 2 hectares of Demonstration Orchard and 25ha of Commercial Orchard. The remaining area includes the wetland, fruit and nut arboretum, Yarra River and surroundings.


Things to see and do


* The Yarra provides a magnificent scenic backdrop to Pettys Orchard, making it one of the most beautiful parts of the area. It is also an important bush corridor for wildlife.

* A stroll down to the riverbank will reward you with a lovely view. En route you can acquaint yourself with the diverse range of fruit and nut trees.

* Explore the sights and smells of an orchard

* Rediscover antique apples on a ranger guided walk

* Learn about the history of the apple, orcharding and the Petty family.

* Visit the bird hide to see local wetland life

* Walk through the arboretum of fruit and nut trees en-route to the Yarra River

* Enjoy the rural scenery and tranquil setting

* Open every Friday for organic produce markets and also by appointment

* For school or group tours phone 9431 3657. Groups 15 people minimum, $10 Adult, $6 concession.


Looking after the park


* Take your rubbish home with you

* All native plants and animals are protected

* No dogs or other pets are allowed in the park

* Leave the park as you find it


Precautions


While managed by Parks Victoria, 25ha of Pettys is privately leased to a commercial operator. Please respect the rights of the orchardists by not entering this area or picking any apples.

Entity FacilityCar park.
ExperienceFlora/Fauna, Nature based, Wildlife.


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