How many fruit trees are considered an orchard?

An orchard is typically defined as a piece of land dedicated to the cultivation of fruit or nut trees. While there is no strict minimum number of trees that qualifies as an orchard, it generally involves at least a few dozen trees. Some definitions suggest that an orchard may start with as few as 5 to 10 trees, but larger plantations often contain hundreds or even thousands of trees. The key characteristic is the intentional planting and maintenance of the trees for fruit production.