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November 26, 2024Best Fruit Tree Pruning Tools with Ron Perry
Best Fruit Tree Pruning Tools with Ron Perry.
Learn about the best fruit tree pruning tools with Ron Perry, Ph.D, Professor Emeritus, Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University (MSU).

Ron Perry is the co-author of Espalier Fruit Plantings for Northern Gardens: Creating Fruit Trees as Art (Affiliate Link) and he was featured in Episode 80 of this podcast where he spoke about Espalier Fruit Tree Pruning.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.
Read this article on the best pruning tools:
https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-tree-pruning-tools/
More podcasts on Pruning
Espalier Pruning with Ron Perry:
https://share.transistor.fm/s/38169834
Pruning and More with Susan Poizner
https://share.transistor.fm/s/14567cd5
Pruning Fruit Trees with Tom Spellman
https://share.transistor.fm/s/14567cd5

Recommended Fiskars' Pole pruners (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/4eNl6uX

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(00:00) - Introduction to Pruning Tools
(00:58) - Meet the Expert: Ron Perry
(01:51) - Types of Pruning Tools
(03:52) - Pruning Techniques and Tips
(07:07) - Sterilizing Your Pruning Tools
(09:24) - Choosing the Right Pruning Tools
(10:45) - Pruning Necessities and Exceptions
(14:08) - Best Time to Prune Fruit Trees
(19:47) - Training and Managing Branches
(30:55) - Listener Question and Sponsor Break
(31:14) - Pruning Tools and Techniques
(32:39) - The Importance of Proper Pruning Cuts
(33:31) - Sponsor Messages and Show Introduction
(37:53) - Discussion on Pruning Tools
(47:14) - Using and Maintaining Pruning Tools
(56:55) - Final Thoughts and Show Wrap-Up
59 min
October 29, 2024Columnar Apple Trees for Small Gardens
Learn about Columnar Apple Trees for Small Gardens in this episode of the Orchard People radio show. Our guests are: Kenong Xu, Associate Professor, and Laura Dougherty of Cornell University in Geneva New York and Angela Palmer, Founder and Co-Owner of Plants Nouveau in Alabama.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.

FOUR WAYS TO TUNE IN
Join our live show on the last Tuesday of every month at 1:00 PM ET and submit your questions and comments! Can’t make it live? No worries—catch the podcast later.

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Audio Podcast: Download the podcast after the show
Video Podcast: Watch the recorded video on our YouTube Podcast Playlist

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(00:00) - Introduction to Apple Trees
(00:17) - Exploring Dwarfing and Columnar Apple Trees
(01:14) - Meet the Experts: Cornell University Researchers and Horticulturalist from Plants Nouveau
(03:01) - History of Columnar Apple Trees
(06:14) - Audience Interaction and Questions
(07:01) - Why Columnar Apple Trees are Unique
(08:34) - Columnar Apple Tree Rootstocks
(09:20) - Can Columnar Trees be Tip Bearing
(12:16) - Genetic Research and Breeding Columnar Apple Trees for Small Gardens
(16:17) - How long before a Wijcik columnar apple tree bears fruit?
(17:12) - What do the apples from a Wijcik apple tree taste like?
(18:21) - Do Columnar Apple Trees need Cross Pollination?
(20:22) - Challenges and Benefits of Columnar Apple Trees
(23:34) - Variations in the Columnar Shape
(26:24) - What does Columnar Growing Habit Mean and What do Columnar Apple Trees Look Like?
(29:01) - Do Columnar Apple Trees Produce as Much Fruit as Conventional Apple Trees?
(29:45) - Do Columnar Apple Trees Get Canker More Frequently than Conventional Apple Trees?
(32:05) - Commercial Break
(35:11) - Show Resumption and Guest Introduction
(35:58) - Do Columnar Apple Trees Need Pruning and Special Care?
(38:00) - Marketing and Cultivars of Columnar Apple Trees
(45:36) - Can Columnar Apple Trees be Used for Espalier Plantings?
(47:22) - Columnar Apple Tree Rootstocks and Growing Conditions
(49:15) - Columnar Apple Trees and Chill Hours for Cold and Warm Climates
(51:29) - Growing Columnar Apple Trees in Pots
(56:16) - Future of Columnar Apple Trees - In Outer Space???
(57:58) - Conclusion and Farewell
1 hr
September 24, 2024Fertilizing Fruit Trees in the Fall: Biodynamic Tips with Alan Suprenant
Learn a Biodynamic approach to fertilizing fruit trees in the fall with Alan Suprenant of Brook Farm Orchard in this episode of the Orchard People radio show and podcast. The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.

This show goes out LIVE on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time. After that you can download the podcast.

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(00:00) - Introduction and Seasonal Context
(00:44) - Guest Introduction: Alan Suprenant
(01:16) - Alan's Journey to Biodynamic Farming
(02:35) - Understanding Biodynamic Growing
(03:31) - The Earth as a Living Being
(04:49) - Fall Fertilization Techniques
(06:11) - Listener Questions and Answers
(12:25) - Compost and Natural Fertilizers
(20:30) - Making and Using Fermented Teas
(26:31) - Commercial Break and Sponsor Messages
(30:23) - Return from Break: Continuing the Conversation
(30:48) - Biodynamic Composting Explained
(32:33) - Compost Ingredients and Preparation
(34:14) - Using Biodynamic Sprays on Various Plants
(34:50) - Advice for New Apple Tree Growers
(35:50) - Managing Manure for Tree Health
(37:19) - Preparing Biodynamic Cold Ferment Foliar Sprays
(39:01) - Selling Apples and Cider
(39:57) - Using Horse Manure and Post-Harvest Nutrition
(41:01) - Fertilizing and Tree Care Tips
(48:05) - Should You Fertilize Newly Planted Fruit Trees

Learn about creating your own fertilizer sprays:
https://orchardpeople.com/homemade-fruit-tree-fertilizer/
Learn about holistic sprays:
https://orchardpeople.com/holistic-sprays-for-fruit-trees/
58 min
August 27, 2024Fruit Tree Nutrient Deficiencies with Eric Hanson
Learn how to look at fruit tree leaves and identify common nutrient deficiencies (ie a lack of nitrogen, magnesium or boron) with Eric Hanson, Professor Emeritus of Horticulture Michigan State University.
The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.

This show goes out LIVE on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time. After that you can download the podcast.

To tune in LIVE (and submit your questions to our expert guests!) you can:
Tune into RealityRadio101.com during the time of the live show
OR watch the livestream on the Orchard People YouTube Channel

Do you want to learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully? Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's free monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/

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(00:00) - Introduction
(00:45) - Identifying Nutritional Deficiencies in Trees
(01:21) - Guest Introduction: Eric Hansen
(02:20) - Soil Testing and Its Limitations
(06:31) - Tissue Testing for Nutrient Deficiencies
(09:09) - Visual Diagnosis of Nutrient Deficiencies
(10:55) - Nitrogen Deficiency in Fruit Trees
(17:05) - Potassium Deficiency Symptoms
(20:37) - Magnesium Deficiency in Orchards
(23:59) - Understanding Manganese Deficiency
(29:16) - Commercial Break and Sponsor Messages
(32:58) - Introduction and Contact Information
(33:31) - Interview with Eric Hansen: Nutritional Deficiencies in Fruit Trees
(33:56) - Boron Deficiency in Fruit Trees
(44:05) - Zinc Deficiency in Fruit Trees
(50:35) - Iron Deficiency in Fruit Trees
(56:26) - Holistic Approaches to Tree Nutrition
(01:00:05) - Conclusion and Additional Resources
1 hr 2 min
July 30, 2024USDA Wild and Cultivated Apple Tree Collection with Ben Gutierrez
Learn about the wild and cultivated apple varieties at the USDA's Apple Collection of 5000+ Unique apple trees in Geneva, New York with my guest Ben Gutierrez, Curator of Apple and Tart Cherry for the USDA.

For more information visit the USDA Plant Genetics Resource Unit website.
For more information on the USDA's apple collection annual open house visit USDA's apple collection annual open house page.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website http://www.orchardpeople.com.

Formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show, from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, we have grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of our monthly guests, organizations, and audience from around the world.

We offer something for everyone to support your fruit tree care journey, whether you prefer to learn through listening, watching, and/or reading.

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(00:00) - Introduction to Apple Diversity
(00:29) - Exploring the USDA Apple Collection
(01:10) - Meet the Expert: Ben Gutierrez
(02:14) - The Importance of Genetic Diversity
(04:22) - Public Engagement and Open House
(05:29) - Collaboration with Cornell University
(06:24) - Understanding Plant Genetics
(10:42) - Challenges in Apple Cultivation
(17:10) - Backup Plans for Apple Preservation
(26:47) - Understanding Fruit Variation
(27:22) - Favorite Apple Varieties
(28:01) - Exploring the Kerr Apple
(33:42) - Fire Blight Disease
(36:42) - Tart Cherry Collection
(40:05) - George Washington's Preserved Cherries
(46:48) - Citizen Science and Apple Conservation
(51:20) - Open House Event Details
53 min
June 25, 2024Beneficial Nematodes with David Shapiro-Ilan
Learn how beneficial nematodes can control orchard pests including plum curculio and Japanese beetles with entomologist David Shapiro-Ilan at the Southeastern Fruit and Tree Nut Research Laboratory in Byron in this episode of the Orchard People radio show and podcast.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.

This show goes out LIVE on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time. After that you can download the podcast.

To tune in LIVE (and submit your questions to our expert guests!) you can:
Tune into RealityRadio101.com during the time of the live show
OR watch the livestream on the Orchard People YouTube Channel
Do you want to learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully? Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's free monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/

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More Beneficial Nematode Resources here:
CornellCALS Insect Killing Nematodes Article
Nematodes as Model Organisms
A sustainable grower-based method for entomopathogenic nematode production
55 min
May 28, 2024Fruit Mummies with Kerik Cox
Have you ever found mummified and immature fruit on your fruit trees? Learn what's happening and how to prevent this using botanical sprays in this episode of the Orchard People podcast.

Our guest is Plant Pathologist, Mycologist, and Bacteriologist Kerik D. Cox Ph.D. of the Cox Program at Cornell University.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.

This show goes out LIVE on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time. After that you can download the podcast.

To tune in LIVE (and submit your questions to our expert guests!) you can:
Tune into RealityRadio101.com during the time of the live show
OR watch the livestream on the Orchard People YouTube Channel
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For premium fruit tree care education visit: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/.

About Cinnerate Fungicide: https://sym-agro.com/our-products/cinnerate-miticide-fungicide/
Chapters:
(00:00) - Fruit Mummies in an Historic Orchard
(00:35) - What are Mummy Fruits
(01:18) - Guest Introduction: Kerik Cox
(01:52) - What Cornell's Cox Labs Does
(03:12) - Causes of Undersized Fruitlets
(04:26) - Should You Worry about Mummy Fruits?
(09:53) - A Good Book about Growing Apples and Pears
(10:36) - Mummy Fruits on Apricot Trees and Environmental Stress
(14:57) - Can Fruit Mummies be Bacterial?
(15:59) - Fire Blight and Its Impact on Fruitlets
(17:14) - How to Prevent Fruit Mummies
(18:33) - Why Oxygen is the Best Fungicide (and Bacteriacide)
(19:12) - Why Does Correct Fruit Tree Pruning Deter Pathogens?
(21:38) - What is Fire Blight
(23:33) - UV Light Treatment to Prevent Fruit Tree Diseases
(26:41) - Protectiing Fruit Trees from Disease with Sanitation
(27:44) - Arborist Mulch and DIsease
(29:34) - Sponsor Messages and Announcements
(31:08) - Fruit Tree Care Tips and Advice
(33:07) - Discussion on Fruit Mummies and Disease Control
(34:03) - Covering Fallen Fruit Mummies and Leaf Litter with Mulch or Using Urea
(38:00) - Recommended Mulches for Smothering Pathogens
(40:19) - Should You Put Fruit Mummies in Your Compost?
(41:09) - Managing Peach Leaf Curl
(44:15) - Botanical Products for Disease Control
(51:21) - Can Botanical Sprays Harm Beneficial Insects and Wildlife
(54:15) - Integrated Pest Management and Spraying Tips
(57:23) - Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
Want to make your own botanical fruit tree spray? Here’s a recipe to try. While this spray is all-natural, it can harm beneficial insects like bees, so be sure to spray at a time when bees aren’t active (early morning and late evening). Keep an eye out for bird nests and avoid spraying near them. And remember, you wouldn’t want to get this in your eyes or on your skin, so handle it with care!
Garlic Fruit Tree Spray

Garlic is known for its strong scent, which can deter many types of pests, from aphids to caterpillars and even some types of fungi.
Ingredients:
1 pound of garlic
1 gallon of water (rainwater is best)

Instructions:
Peel and Mince: Start by peeling the garlic cloves. Then, mince or finely chop them to release the essential oils. The finer, the better.
Simmer: Combine the minced garlic with water in a large pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer (not a full boil) and let it cook for about 20 minutes. This process infuses the water with garlic's active compounds.
Cool and Strain: After simmering, take the pot off the heat and let it cool. Once it's cool, strain the mixture to remove the garlic pieces. A cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer works great for this. You want the liquid as clear as possible to prevent any sprayer clogs.
Dilute (Optional): Depending on what you're dealing with, you might want to dilute the mixture. A common approach is to dilute the concentrated garlic water with more water. This step is adjustable based on your needs and the sensitivity of your plants.
Bottle Up: Pour the strained, cooled liquid into a spray bottle or a larger sprayer for application. It’s ready to use!
Apply: Spray it on the leaves of your fruit trees, covering both the tops and undersides where pests like to hide. Early morning or late afternoon is the best time to apply, avoiding the hot midday sun to reduce the risk of burning the leaves.
Tips:
Storage: You can store the garlic spray in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze it in an ice cube tray and thaw cubes as needed.
Test: Always test the spray on a small area of the plant first to ensure it doesn't react badly.
Reapply: After rain or watering, you might need to reapply, as it can wash off.
1 hr
April 30, 2024Fruit Tree Patents with Jeremy Kent Tamsen
What fruit trees are illegal to propagate? Learn about fruit tree propagation law with with Jeremy Kent Tamsen of Washington State University. WSU's Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center in Wenatchee Washington developed and introduced many new specialty crops over the years, including the popular Cosmic Crisp® apple.
During the show, we talk about the WA64 naming contest. Here is the naming contest website link.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website OrchardPeople.com.

This show goes out LIVE on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time. After that you can download the podcast.

To tune in LIVE (and submit your questions to our expert guests!) you can:
Tune into RealityRadio101.com during the time of the live show
OR watch the livestream on the Orchard People YouTube Channel
Do you want to learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully? Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's free monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/

For premium fruit tree care education visit: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/.

(00:00) - Introduction
(00:59) - Introducing Jeremy Kent Tampsen: The Expert on Fruit Tree Patents
(02:52) - The Intricacies of Fruit Tree Patents and Their Impact
(08:22) - Understanding the Process and Cost of Obtaining Plant Patents
(12:26) - The Honeycrisp Story: Lessons in Patents and Trademarks
(19:41) - Lessons WSU Learned from Honeycrisp on Trademarks
(23:11) - List of Patented Fruit Trees
(24:25) - How Long it Takes to Get a Fruit Tree Patent
(27:07) - Jeremy's Work in Plant Patents
(30:23) - Orchard People Sponsors
(33:37) - Part 2 of the Episode
(34:50) - Is it Legal to Plant Seeds from Patented Apples
(39:56) - The Lost Apple Project: Rediscovering Heirloom Varieties
(42:56) - Should the Public Have Free Access to Patented Fruit Trees?
(46:31) - WA 64: WSU is Introducing a New Patented Apple Tree and Naming Contest
(49:28) - What Happens to Test Trees that Aren't Good Enough to Market?
(55:44) - Learning More About WSU's Breeding Programs
(59:25) - Closing Thoughts and Future Episodes
1 hr 1 min
March 27, 2024Best Wood Chips for Fruit Trees with Linda Chalker-Scott
Learn about the best wood mulches for fruit trees with Linda Chalker-Scott, Professor of Horticulture at Washington State University in this episode of the Orchard People radio show and podcast.
Linda is the award-winning author of six books including How Plants Work: The Science Behind the Amazing Things Plants Do (Science for Gardeners). She also is one of the Garden Professors – a group of academic colleagues who educate through their blog and Facebook pages. Also check out her WSU page about horticultural myths!
Read the article linked to this podcast for lots more great information about The Best Wood Chip Mulches for Fruit Trees.
Here are some links to peer reviewed studies on the topic of mulch:
Black walnut trees and alleged alleopathic effects
Mycorrhizae and how they work
Using arborist wood chips as a landscape mulch
Impact of mulches on plants
Maddening Mulch!
During the show, we also chatted with Bryan Kappa of ChipDrop.com.
The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.

This show goes out LIVE on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time. After that you can download the podcast.

To tune in LIVE (and submit your questions to our expert guests!) you can:
Tune into RealityRadio101.com during the time of the live show
OR watch the live stream on the Orchard People YouTube Channel.
Do you want to learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully? Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's premium online courses at https://learn.orchardpeople.com/.

These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!
(00:00) - Introduction to the Benefits of Wood Mulch for Fruit Trees
(00:37) - The Potential Risks of Using Diseased Wood Mulch
(01:01) - About Linda Chalker Scott
(02:07) - Understanding Different Types of Wood Mulch
(02:53) - Mulch from Garden Stores
(04:51) - Listener Questions: Is Sawdust a Good Mulch?
(05:44) - Is Colored Mulch Bad?
(06:20) - Is Mulch Chemically Treated with Pesticides?
(07:21) - Deep Dive into Arborist Wood Chips
(10:45) - Leaf Mulch vs Wood Mulch
(12:29) - Straw, Pine Shavings and Chicken Manure as Mulch
(13:53) - Do You Need to Add Fertilizer to Mulch?
(15:12) - Disease Transmission Through Mulch
(22:06) - Should You Mulch Other Types of Trees and Plants with Wood Mulch?
(23:13) - Willow and Aspen Mulch and Fruit Trees
(25:15) - Live Q&A: Anthrancnose and Wood Chips
(26:15) - Fallen Leaves around Trees and Containers
(28:02) - Should You Use Wood Chips from Ailanthus and Invasive Trees ?
(29:36) - Commercial Break and Upcoming Guest Teaser
(33:33) - Deep Dive into Arborist Wood Chips for Mulching
(34:12) - Listener Questions: From B ooks to Mulching Practices
(36:20) - Should You Layer Leaf Compost with Wood Chips?
(37:42) - Vertical Mulching and Loamy Soil
(38:54) - Protecting Your Fruit Tree from Insect Pests
(41:55) - Extra Irrigation and Wood Mulch
(43:13) - Introducing ChipDrop: A Solution for Wood Chip Needs
(51:20) - Linda's Hints for Using ChipDrop
(53:09) - Making Wood Mulch from Fire Wood
(54:25) - Hugelkultur and Burying Logs and Sticks
(55:46) - Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Resources
59 min
February 28, 2024Fruit Trees in Fabric Pots with Kevin Espiritu
Learn when, why and how to grow fruit trees in fabric pots. Our show guest on the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Kevin Espiritu of EpicGardening.com. Kevin is the author of the book Grow Bag Gardening: The Revolutionary Way to Grow Bountiful Vegetables, Herbs, Fruit and Flowers in Lightweight, Eco-Friendly, Fabric Pots.
The images used in the video version of this episode were supplied Giving Grove (www.givinggrove.org) and by Smartpots, the original US company that invented the idea of fabric container and the leading brand of Grow Bags.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. Tune into show LIVE by going to RealityRadio101.com on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time or download the podcast.

Learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully. Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's premium online courses at https://learn.orchardpeople.com/.
These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!
(00:00) - How Giving Grove uses Fabric Pots in their Community Orchards
(00:42) - The Benefits and Challenges of Bare Root Trees
(02:09) - Exploring the Use of Fabric Pots with Kevin Espiritu
(02:45) - How to Submit Questions and Comments
(03:18) - Why Fabric Pots are Useful in Small Spaces
(03:52) - Why Fabric Pots Boost Root Health
(06:05) - Fruit Tree Pruning for Food Forests
(07:01) - Fruit Tree Pruning in Permaculture Food Forests
(07:28) - Kevin's Approach to Fruit Tree Pruning in his Food Forest
(09:07) - Susan's Approach to Fruit Tree Pruning to Improve Fruit Quality
(10:03) - Pruning and How it also Helps Thin the Fruit on the Tree
(11:51) - Using Fabric Pots in the Low Desert
(12:44) - Using Lined Grow Bags and Fabric Pots
(13:56) - Using Large Grow Bags and Fabric Pots for Raised Beds
(16:02) - Using Grow Bags in Cold Climates
(19:30) - Growing Blueberries in Fabric Pots
(22:01) - Soil Mixes for Plants Grown in Fabric Pots
(22:30) - Where to Learn More about Kevin
(23:01) - What are Grow Bags and Fabric Pots Made of
(24:10) - Recycling Materials to Make Your Own Grow Bags and Fabric Pots
(25:40) - Maintaining and Reusing Grow Bags and Fabric Pots
(27:19) - Kevin Espiritu's Publications and Where to Find Them
(29:05) - Protecting Apple Trees in Grow Bags from Heat
(29:57) - The Benefits of Mulching and Grow Bags
(30:18) - The Use of Grow Bags for Trees
(31:08) - The Importance of Root Care
(31:46) - Mixing Soil for Blueberries
(33:16) - The Legacy of Ruth Stout and Her Gardening Method
(35:12) - The Benefits of Perennial Vegetables in Orchards and Food Forests
(35:42) - The Use of Citrus in Planters
(38:40) - Commericals
(41:57) - Introduction to Part 2
(43:10) - Introducing Matt Bunch from Giving Grove
(44:21) - Using Smart Pots Fabric Pots in the Giving Grove Nursery
(45:38) - Irrigation and Fabric Pots
(46:49) - Do Grow Bags and Fabric Pots Damage Tree Roots?
(48:29) - Sanitizing Fabric Pots after Use
(49:55) - Tips and Tricks for Indoor Gardening
(53:20) - Orchard People Contests
(54:28) - The Ideal Applications for Grow Bags
(55:33) - Kevin's Favorite Uses for Grow Bags and Fabric Pots
(56:47) - Using Grow Bags for Potatoes
1 hr 1 min

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Learn how to grow and care for fruit trees with fruit tree care educator Susan Poizner of OrchardPeople.com. Discover how to create permaculture plantings, food forests, and forest gardens in both urban and rural settings. Meet experts on all aspects of comprehensive fruit tree care, including pruning, pest and disease prevention, fruit tree grafting and budding, and soil management.