Frequently Asked Questions

We designed a food forest on 700 square feet in Orlando, FL and it’s loaded with over 40 food and medicine producers. Through the layers of a food forest and what’s planted, more can be yielded in the same square footage of space as an annual garden.

All figures below are estimates and based on the entire design space being installed. We do often phase out installations based on budget and to ensure the successful establishment of thriving edible gardens.

When planning your food forest design, understanding the costs involved in purchasing and planting fruit trees and berry bushes is essential. 

This price list provides a comprehensive guide to the estimated costs based on the size of the trees and bushes, from small starter plants to larger, more mature options. 

Whether you're looking to add a few fruit trees to your backyard or establish a lush berry patch, this breakdown will help you budget for the plants and the associated planting services, ensuring a fruitful investment in your landscape.

Fruit Trees

1. Small Fruit Trees (1-5 Gallon Pots or 3-6 feet tall)

• Cost of Tree: $30 – $80
• Planting Cost: $100 – $250
• Total Cost: $130 – $330

2. Medium Fruit Trees (6-15 Gallon Pots or 7-12 feet tall)

• Cost of Tree: $80 – $200
• Planting Cost: $250 – $500
• Total Cost: $330 – $700

3. Large Fruit Trees (15-25 Gallon Pots or 12-20 feet tall)

• Cost of Tree: $200 – $600
• Planting Cost: $500 – $1,200
• Total Cost: $700 – $1,800

Berry Bushes

1. Small Berry Bushes (1-2 Gallon Pots or 1-2 feet tall)

• Cost of Bush: $10 – $30
• Planting Cost: $50 – $100
• Total Cost: $60 – $130

2. Medium Berry Bushes (3-5 Gallon Pots or 2-3 feet tall)

• Cost of Bush: $30 – $60
• Planting Cost: $100 – $200
• Total Cost: $130 – $260

3. Large Berry Bushes (5+ Gallon Pots or 3-4 feet tall)

• Cost of Bush: $60 – $100
• Planting Cost: $150 – $300
• Total Cost: $210 – $400

Additional Costs for Both Fruit Trees and Berry Bushes

• Delivery: $30 – $150, depending on distance
• Mulch, Stakes, and Other Supplies: $20 – $50 per tree or bush

These prices are general estimates and can vary based on the species of the tree or bush, your location, and the service providers.

When it comes to enhancing your landscape with the beauty and shade of trees, understanding the costs associated with purchasing and planting is crucial. 

This price list offers a detailed overview of the estimated expenses based on tree size, from smaller, young saplings to large, mature trees. 

Whether you're planning to add a few trees to your property or embark on a larger landscaping project, this guide will help you budget for both the trees themselves and the necessary planting services, ensuring that your investment grows into a lasting natural asset.

The cost to buy and plant a tree can vary widely depending on several factors, including the size of the tree, the species, the region, and any additional services like delivery or planting. 

Here's a general breakdown of costs based on tree size:

1. Small Trees (1-5 Gallon Pots or 3-6 feet tall)

• Cost of Tree: $25 – $100
• Planting Cost: $100 – $300
• Total Cost: $125 – $400

2. Medium Trees (6-15 Gallon Pots or 7-12 feet tall)

• Cost of Tree: $100 – $300
• Planting Cost: $300 – $600
• Total Cost: $400 – $900

3. Large Trees (15-25 Gallon Pots or 12-20 feet tall)

• Cost of Tree: $300 – $1,000
• Planting Cost: $600 – $1,500
• Total Cost: $900 – $2,500

4. Extra Large Trees (25 Gallon Pots or 20+ feet tall)

• Cost of Tree: $1,000 – $5,000+
• Planting Cost: $1,500 – $5,000+
• Total Cost: $2,500 – $10,000+

Additional Costs

• Delivery: Depending on the distance, delivery can add $50 – $300 to the total cost.
• Mulch, Stakes, and Other Supplies: Typically, this would add another $50 – $100 per tree.

These prices are estimates and can vary depending on local nurseries, landscapers, and your specific location.

The cost to build a swale can vary depending on several factors, including the size and complexity of the swale, the type of soil, the slope of the land, and whether you hire professionals or do it yourself. Here's a general breakdown:

1. DIY Swale Construction

• Materials (e.g., shovels, stakes, mulch): $50 – $200
• Labor (your own time): Free (but consider the time investment)
• Total Cost: $50 – $200

2. Small Swale (Up to 100 feet long)

• Professional Labor and Equipment: $500 – $2,000
• Materials (e.g., mulch, seeds, plants for swale edges): $100 – $300
• Total Cost: $600 – $2,300

3. Medium Swale (100-300 feet long)

• Professional Labor and Equipment: $2,000 – $5,000
• Materials (e.g., mulch, erosion control fabric, plants): $300 – $800
• Total Cost: $2,300 – $5,800

4. Large Swale (Over 300 feet long)

• Professional Labor and Equipment: $5,000 – $15,000+
• Materials (e.g., large amounts of mulch, extensive planting): $800 – $2,000+
• Total Cost: $5,800 – $17,000+

Additional Considerations

• Site Preparation: If the land needs significant grading or clearing, additional costs may apply, ranging from $500 – $5,000+.
• Permits: Some areas may require permits for earth-moving projects, costing $50 – $500+.
• Design Fees: If you hire a permaculture designer or landscape architect, design fees can range from $500 to $3,000+.

These costs are rough estimates and can vary based on location, specific site conditions, and the contractors or suppliers used. 

The cost to build a grape trellis can vary based on the materials used, the size of the trellis, and whether you choose to do it yourself or hire professionals. Here's a general breakdown:

1. DIY Grape Trellis Construction

• Materials (e.g., wood or metal posts, wire, fasteners): $50 – $200
• Tools (e.g., post hole digger, wire cutters, drill): If you already have the necessary tools, the cost is $0; otherwise, tools could add $50 – $150.
• Total Cost: $50 – $350

2. Small Grape Trellis (For 2-4 Vines)

• Materials (e.g., wood or metal posts, wire, fasteners): $100 – $300
• Professional Labor (if hiring someone): $200 – $500
• Total Cost: $300 – $800

3. Medium Grape Trellis (For 5-10 Vines)

• Materials (e.g., wood or metal posts, wire, fasteners): $200 – $500
• Professional Labor (if hiring someone): $500 – $1,000
• Total Cost: $700 – $1,500

4. Large Grape Trellis (For 10+ Vines)

• Materials (e.g., wood or metal posts, wire, fasteners): $500 – $1,000
• Professional Labor (if hiring someone): $1,000 – $2,500
• Total Cost: $1,500 – $3,500+

Additional Considerations

• Type of Material: High-quality materials like cedar, treated lumber, or galvanized steel will increase costs but improve durability.
• Design Complexity: More complex designs, such as those with arbors or overhead trellises, will also add to the cost.
• Ground Preparation: If the ground requires significant preparation (e.g., leveling, removing rocks), this could add $100 – $500+.

These estimates can vary depending on your location, the specific design, and the choice of materials.

Food forests are forever. Perennial plants can take between 2 and 5 years typically, however, we also plant annual vegetables for your short-term food supply.

You first share details with us about your space, how much you want to be designed, and what you want out of your food forest. Your designer will gather the information they need and use Google Earth and other tools to assess your property and create the food forest design of your dreams.

Yes. We work with our network of local food forest installers, in locations all across the country and globally, to ensure your designed food forest is installed professionally and to the highest standards. If you are in a remote area, or an area that we do not yet serve, we will do our best to travel to you.

Since our launch on Earth Day 2021, we have designed food forests for customers in almost all 50 states and 20 countries, including resorts in Thailand, large farms in Africa, and single-family residences from Poland to Mexico and all around the United States. Our professional food forest designers can design in any location around the world.

Our food forest designs are low-maintenance and, over time, self-sustaining like a natural forest would be. We will create a design that suits your lifestyle and provide any necessary care instructions, support, and training. The best way to maintain is to observe and interact with joy.

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