Native fruits at the core of Clonakilty’s orchard plans

A community orchard containing native Cork apples is to be planted in Clonakilty in a colourful project also aims to set strawberries, herbs, and vegetables in local green areas.

The apple orchard will be planted behind the county council-run Deasy’s Car Park in the town centre.

Kerrie Liao, a founding member of the Clonakilty Growery group, said the land has been allocated by Cork County Council for the new project.