January 04, 2016

How to Grow Haskaps with Don Northcott and Adapting Urban Orchards with Anna Rallings

53 minutes

Learn about a new and easy-to-grow hybrid berry called the Haskap (scientifically known as Lonicera caerulea, or commonly as Blue/Edible Honeysuckle, Honeyberry, or Camerise in French) from Don Northcott of Phytocultures Limited.

Also, hear how urban orchards need to grow and change over time with Anna Rallings of Kwantlen Polytechnic University.

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(00:00) - Introduction and Susan's Gardening Dreams

(00:50) - Introducing the Special Guest: Don Northcott

(01:56) - Understanding Haskaps: The New Blue Berry

(02:48) - Haskaps' Origins and Cultivation

(05:06) - Growing Conditions and Adaptability

(09:15) - Breeding and Selection Process

(18:39) - Pests and Protection Strategies

(23:20) - Future of Haskaps in the Market

(27:59) - Sponsor Messages and Community Orchard Network

(30:22) - Introduction to the Urban Forestry Radio Show

(31:12) - Susan's Journey to Starting a Community Orchard

(32:14) - Interview with Anna Rawlings: The Sharing Farm Orchard

(37:06) - Challenges and Adaptations in Orchard Management

(44:42) - Educational Programs and Practical Training

(48:43) - Reflections on Fruit Tree Cultivation

(53:36) - Conclusion and Thank You

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By Susan Poizner, OrchardPeople.com

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