Labeling Our Fruit Trees



The label is attached to the fencing

We have planted a large variety of fruit trees on the property over a 10 year period.  During this time we have also lost some of the trees, and we have had to transplant others in order to more effectively utilize the land.  I keep a list of each tree, including information on when and where it was planted and what type of fruit tree it is.  However, it is difficult to carry this list with me into the field, so I have been considering how to cheaply but effectively label each tree so that I will know these details onsite.

Aluminum cans gave me the answer.  They are easy to cut into strips, are easy to attach to fencing, are very durable, and are easy to engrave.  With Bill's help and a simple legend, we now have labels for our trees.  The label attached to the fencing of this tree shows that it is a Bruce Plum planted in 2011.