Apples. Red Apples. Purple Passion Honeycrisp Primavera

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3 Apples 1 Purple Passion Honeycrisp Primavera Apples are one of the most challenging fruits to grow organically, but take heart! Choosing one of our scab resistant varieties is a good start. With the vast array of flavours available (even for colder regions) in this healthy, versatile fruit, it would be a shame not to try a few trees. Natural pest control with insect traps and kaolin clay sprays can be used if desired. However, apples that are less than picture perfect are still just as flavourful and nutritious. Even with insect damaged fruit all is not lost. Drying, juicing or making apple sauce are still great options. Rember the old adage an apple a day keeps the doctor away was coined before the days of pesticide sprays. Red Apples Akane (Also available in super dwarf see Patio Fruit Trees page 35) (Pronounced ah-kah-neh) was introduced from Japan in It is a round, bright red apple with hard, crisp, juicy, white flesh. It has a tart, sprightly flavor resembling Jonathan. Better keeper than most early fall varieties. It tends to start bearing at an early age and is winter hardy. Not only is it scab, mildew and fire blight resistant, but it has the added distinction of being one of the very few self-pollinating apple varieties. If you have room for only one apple tree, this is the obvious winner. Ripening in late August to early September, it makes the perfect lunch box apple to start the school term! SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: M26 Ambrosia Discovered as a chance seedling in the late 1980' s in British Columbia. Although not particularly disease resistant, we are offering this variety due to high demand. The flavor is sweet, sub-acid and very juicy with a pleasant aroma which explains why so many folks find that it is `lo ve at first bite!' This outstanding fresh eating apple also makes an excellent sauce with no need for added sugar. The medium to large fruit has an attractive pink/red blush on a creamy yellow background. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: G30 / M26 / BUD9 Crimson Crisp An exciting new scab-resistant variety. Medium sized fruit that is covered with an attractive crimson red colour over 95% of its surface. It is noted for its very firm, crisp texture with a tart, complex flavor. The tree is productive and very grower friendly with a spreading habit. Ripens in late September to early October and keeps up to six months in storage. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID-SEASON ROOTSTOCK: M26 / BUD9 Enterprise A medium to large glossy red smooth skinned apple. Its yellow cream coloured flesh is firm and very crisp. Moderately acidic with a spicy complex flavour. A good quality dessert apple, Good for cooking and baking. Can be stored for 4-6 months, their flavour improving in storage. One of the best for disease resistance. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: M26 / BUD 9 Freedom Similar to the Wealthy apple, Freedom is a juicy, large red multipurpose apple with aromatic old-fashioned taste. This vigorous, spreading tree is resistant to scab as well as fire blight and mildew. Is good for fresh eating, apple sauce or juice. Ripens in early October and will keep 2-3 months. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE ROOT- STOCK: M26 / M9 Haralson A very cold hardy and productive selection from Minnesota, Haralson is noted for coming into production at an early age. Medium-sized, crisp, deep red fruit has a mild, but pleasantly tart flavour. Great for cider or for eating fresh and is an excellent choice for pies as it will retain its shape and texture when baked. Ripens in early October and stores well for up to six months. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: M7 Hazen A large, dark red apple. The juicy, sweet flesh has a mild, sub-acid flavour, making Hazen an ideal cooking apple but it is also good for fresh eating. The tree is naturally quite compact and very fire blight resistant. Ripens in mid-september. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON ROOTSTOCK: M7 Honeycrisp (Also available in super dwarf see Patio Fruit Trees page 36) With its rich flavour and explosively crisp texture, Honeycrisp has become the #1 best selling apple across North America. This outstanding selection from Minnesota has a yellow background which is almost entirely covered with a red blush. It is excellent for both fresh eating and cooking and stores exceptionally well. Although it is scab resistant and cold hardy, it does have some bitter pit problems that are easier to manage in a commercial setting (foliar calcium sprays are suggested). REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID SEASON ROOTSTOCK: BUD118 / BUD9

4 2 Freedom Liberty Novaspy Red Apples cont. Liberty The most disease resistant variety developed to date. Crisp, juicy, light yellow flesh with sprightly flavour. Good for eating fresh, cooking, canning or desserts. Hardy, vigorous tree sets heavy fruit loads, so it benefits from thinning to ensure larger fruit. Flavour develops further when the apples are left in storage. Will keep for 3-4 months. Very reminiscent of McIntosh, this is the #1 backyard apple tree. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: M7 / BUD9 Macfree The perfect solution for all of us who are so fond of the tangy aromatic McIntosh flavour, but would gladly avoid the serious scab issues that plague the standard Mac. Not only is it very disease resistant, it is also cold hardy. In fact, it does best in zones 4-5. Apples should be stored before eating to allow the flavour to mellow. Will keep in storage for 4-5 months. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: M7 Nova Easygro Introduced by the Canadian Department Agricultural Research Station in Kentville, Nova Scotia, this hardy and scab resistant variety bears an annual crop of firm, crunchy, sweet apples that have good flavour and snow white flesh. Nova Easygro is good for both cooking and fresh eating and will keep well for several months in cold storage. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID-SEASON ROOTSTOCK: BUD9 Novaspy Another Nova Scotia introduction, Novaspy is an all-around improvement on the old Northern Spy which was the standard cooking apple for winter use in bygone days. Its creamy, yellow flesh is quite juicy and crisp and the sweet/tart flavour has a hint of vanilla, but it is milder and less acidic than Northern Spy. Dark red stripes practically cover the greenish yellow background of this versatile apple, which is one of the best for storage. Novaspy ripens slightly earlier and is resistant to scab and fire blight. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: M26 / BUD9 Odyssey SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 A medium to large size apple that is crisp and very sweet similar to `R oyal Gala'. Stores well. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3/4 HARVEST: EARLY Primavera (Olympic) Primavera is an excellent dessert quality apple. It is almost entirely covered with a red blush. Primavera has a rich flavour and is crisp and juicy. It retains its quality for several months in storage and is resistant to apple scab. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: BUD9 Redfree The Redfree apple is red coloured over a yellow/green background. Its sweet, crisp and juicy white flesh makes it an excellent choice for baking. Redfree is one of the best early season red apples and one of the few of the early varieties that is resistant to apple scab. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: M26 Snow Sweet This sweet and slightly tart apple has the distinctive feature of firm, crisp, snow white flesh that is very slow to oxidize making it ideal for drying and fresh eating. These apples can be cut well in advance and resist turning brown for quite some time. This very hardy introduction from the University of Minnesota has a bronze-red blush over a greenyellow background. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: BUD118 Sweet Sixteen Introduced by the University of Minnesota in 1978, this is a dependable variety for the north. This large red-striped fruit has a unique, pleasing, faintly nutty flavor which makes it an excellent apple for fresh eating. It has aromatic, moderately acid, firm, crisp, cream-coloured flesh with high sugar content so it also ranks highly as a pie and sauce apple. Resistant to scab and fire blight. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON ROOTSTOCK: BUD118 William s Pride SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 An early maturing attractive dark red apple with light cream coloured full flavoured flesh that is crisp, very juicy and slightly spicy. Once the fruit has matured it does not drop from the tree easily and will retain its quality on the tree for up to two weeks. If left on the tree the colour and flavour of the fruit will intensify and the juice content will increase. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY

5 Apples 3 Purple Passion Gold Rush Chelhalis Green, Yellow & Russet Apples Chehalis (Also available in super dwarf see Patio Fruit Trees page 36) Pronounced she-ha-lis, this yellow apple resembles Golden Delicious in appearance and flavour, but is larger and crisper. Makes a good baking apple with medium-fine textured cream coloured flesh. This highly scab resistant variety is also self-pollinating. Excellent for organic growers who like a big, sweet, yellow apple. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON ROOTSTOCK: M26 Ginger Gold Similar to a Golden Delicious. It can be picked when it is green but if left on the tree to ripen it will turn yellow with a slight red blush. The flesh is white to cream and has a sweet and slightly tart flavor. Ginger Gold apples will store for several weeks in air storage (0 C). REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: G30 / BUD9 Goldrush A late maturing, excellent quality golden apple with a bronze/red blush that delivers a ª rushº of flavor. Goldrush apples store extremely well (up to 7 months in air storage (0 C). Goldrush apples have pale yellow flesh that is crisp, firm and non-browning. They have a complex spicy flavor with a high level of sweetness and acidity. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: VERY LATE ROOTSTOCK: M7 / BUD9 Pristine Really outstanding for an early apple, it is yellow with smooth, glossy skin and a high sugar content. Excellent for baking, fresh eating and sauce. It will keep for several weeks in the fridge. Vigorous and very disease resistant. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: VERY EARLY ROOTSTOCK: M26 / BUD9 Smoothee With its natural russet resistance, Smoothee gives you a very attractive, glossy and smooth skinned apple that is larger than a regular Golden Delicious. The crisp, firm flesh has a sweet and mild, but distinctive aromatic flavour. A popular choice for pie, sauce or fresh eating. Keeps well in winter storage. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: M7 Purple Apples Purple Passion A large purple apple with exotic red flesh. Makes great pies, sauce or juice. Purple Passion is also great for drying and fermenting into a beautifully coloured cider. Its lovely red flowers and purple/green leaves make this tree highly desirable for edible landscaping. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID SEASON ROOTSTOCK: BUD9 $39 each (quantity discount does not apply) Heirloom Apples We can t bring back the good old days, but in apples we can go one better! You now have access to the time proven varieties of Grandpa s day in a compact, more manageable tree size. The flavours and even the names evoke memories of bygone days when life seemed less complicated. Watch for future expansion of this section, as we search out and bring back old time favorites at customers request. Some varieties budded in our field include: Ashmead s Kernel, Cox s Orange Pippin, Holstein and Orleans. Golden Russet Originating in New York in about 1845, these apples have a slightly rough skin that is a green/yellow colour with a golden brown or russet spots. The Golden Russet has a rich and distinctive flavor. The sweet juicy flesh is good for fresh eating and cooking and is considered to be the champagne of old time cider apples. The fruit keeps very well in cold storage. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 (WORTH TRYING IN A COLDER ZONE) HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: G30 / BUD9

6 Apples Plumcots 4 Heirloom Apples cont. Macoun Developed at Geneva NY in Macoun is an older favourite that is similar to McIntosh noted for being a high quality fruit that is great for both fresh eating or cooking with firm, juicy white flesh. A top choice for the home orchard but is less suited for commercial pursuits as the fruit drops readily and bruises easily. Very fire blight resistant. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: M26 Tolman Sweet Developed in Massachusetts back in 1822, Tolman Sweet is a large green or yellow apple, which is occasionally blushed red with russet lines. Its firm flesh is dry to slightly juicy and very sweet. Tolman Sweet is a good cooking apple and it is also excellent for cider and drying. Stores very well. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: M7 / BUD9 Wealthy This extremely disease resistant, cold hardy variety harks back to a cherry crab seedling planted by Peter Gideon near Excelsior, Minnesota in A cold climate favorite, Wealthy is a heritage apple with old fashioned flavour. The fruit is a deep red colour over a pale yellow ground. Its white flesh has some pink veining and is crisp, juicy and has a very distinctive sweet/tart flavour. The fruit is good for cooking, baking, freezing, drying and juice. An excellent all purpose apple. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID SEASON ROOTSTOCK: M7 Wolf River Dating back to an open-pollinated Alexander seedling found growing on the banks of the Wolf River near Freemont, Wisconsin in 1875, this is an extremely large apple often weighing more than one pound. It is a very pale reddish colour on a yellow background with a creamy white coloured flesh. It has a mild and pleasant flavour and is excellent for cooking, baking and drying. Wolf River is very winter hardy. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: BUD118 / BUD9 Yellow Transparent Early settlers in Minnesota, Michigan and the Dakotas had difficulty finding apple trees that would survive the rigorous mid-west winters. So in the 1870s, the US department of Agriculture imported numerous varieties from Russia. Among them was the Yellow Transparent which became a favorite for its high quality, scab-free and early ripening apples and of course, its winter hardiness. One of the earliest summer apples, Yellow Transparent has a pale yellow translucent skin. Its white flesh has a light texture and is very crisp and juicy and has a sweet/ tart flavour. It is a very popular choice for apple sauce and also makes great pies. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 2/3 HARVEST: VERY EARLY ROOTSTOCK: M7 All varieties of apples are $29 each (unless otherwise specified) Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of apples are combined A unique hybrid of plum and apricot. Plumcot The original plum/apricot hybrid introduced by Luther Burbank. Both the tree form and fruit appearance show the plum influence. The tree itself is much more vigorous and is healthier looking than most apricots. In fact, with its glossy abundant foliage and tall shrubby form it makes an ideal landscaping specimen. Large, round fruit has melon-red blush over yellow skin. Golden yellow, superjuicy, plum-like flesh has a tangy touch of that aromatic apricot flavour. In our opinion, a tree-ripened Plumcot offers a delectable eating experience that is unparalleled in the entire fruit realm! SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: Mariana $49 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% EZ PICK plumcot also available see page 31 Spring Satin This unique apricot/plum hybrid features large 5 cm (2º ) high quality fruit with reddish black skin. Yellowish red freestone flesh has very high sugar content. Both fresh use and processing are ideal. Mature tree height can range from meters (8-14 feet). Resistant to bacterial spot and canker. Not quite as winter hardy as the regular plumcot. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: Mariana $49 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Taylor s Gold SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 Ken Taylor' s own variety, this plum/ apricot cross features delicious deep red-skinned fruit that has juicy flesh like a plum with an apricot tinged flavour. Taylor' s Gold appears to be the most cold hardy plumcot. The hardy, shrub like tree is black knot resistant and productive. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID- SEASON $59 each Also available: columnar apples (page 36), EZ PICK apples (page 31), super dwarf apples (page 36) and combination apple trees (page 37)

7 Apricots 5 Harrow Series Back in the 70s and 80s a number of hardy apricot varieties were introduced by the Harrow Research Station here in Ontario. They offer superior resistance to the common apricot ailments such as perennial canker, brown rot and bacterial spot. Later blooming and freestone flesh as well as a reasonable ability to handle fluctuating winter temperatures come with the deal. They are ideal for home owners and local markets, but barely firm enough for long distance shipping. Apricot blossoms Apricots grow best where winter stays cold, spring arrives late and the growing season is short. Any fluctuating freeze and thaw cycles can kill apricot blossoms. Home grown apricots are delicious, sweet and juicy. Our semi-dwarf apricot trees are on superior Krymsk 86 rootstock. This new Russian hybrid rootstock produces mature trees faster, extends the lifespan of a tree, increases fruit size and yield, and can adapt to a broad range of soil types. On the heavier soils with less than ideal drainage, the Krymsk advantage really becomes evident. Semi-Dwarf Apricots Goldcot This reliable and hardy tree produces a tangy freestone apricot with golden skin that has touches of red and medium orange coloured firm flesh. The medium to large sized fruit is suitable for fresh use, freezing, canning or baby food processing. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY Scout Golden fruit with tender, juicy, freestone flesh. Scout is an early reliable bearer. Disease resistant and very hardy. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 3 HARVEST: EARLY Harcot Medium to large sized fruit with golden yellow skin. Firm, fine-grained flesh has sweet, juicy, rich flavour. Ripens fully on the tree without dropping. Tree is vigorous and productive. The first apricot of the season, ripens at the end of July. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY (SECOND HALF OF JULY) Harglow A medium sized bright orange apricot with firm flavourful flesh. Best for fresh eating. Great for fresh eating or processing. Harglow has a more compact tree form. Blooms later than most which helps to avoid spring frosts. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY (MID-AUGUST) Harogem Medium-sized fruit, bright red glossy blush over orange background. Ideal for the fresh market. Firm orange flesh with rich flavour. Fragrant pink flowers. Trees are upright, productive and very cold hardy. kin cracking is rare. Stores well SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY All varieties of semi-dwarf apricots are $35each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of semi-dwarf apricots are combined EZ PICK apricots also available see page 31

8 Asian Pears 6 Hayatama Shinseiki Asian pears are crunchy and very juicy with a refreshing flavour totally different from European pears. The Chinese and Japanese have been growing them for 3000 years. In the California Gold Rush of 1849, they were introduced to America by Chinese miners. In recent years they have become better known and quite popular. Green Barn Quebec has been growing Asian pears since 1980 and feels confident that they are hardy enough for our Canadian climate. Asian pears are very productive and should be hand-thinned for better fruit size and to avoid limb breakage. In contrast to European pears, they are best when thoroughly ripened on the tree. To avoid bruising, handle gently when picking. Storage life is outstanding, some in excess of six months. Asian pears develop the best flavour in a hot summer, so plant in a somewhat sheltered location with full sun exposure. The trees are more compact than European pear trees and offer great visual appeal with their masses of white blossoms in the spring followed by waxy green leaves that turn into a spectacular array of fall colours. 20th Cantury (Nijisseikki) The most popular Asian pear in Japan and the United States, 20th Century produces a medium sized semi-glossy greenish yellow skinned fruit that has a sweet yet mild flavour. The fruit hangs well on the tree after ripening in late summer. Fruit stores well. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY Chojuro The Rum Pear Originated in Japan in Medium to large, dark golden fruit with thick skin and rich rum-like flavour. Stores up to six months. Medium sized tree is vigorous, early bearing and very productive. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Hayatama A little known variety that deserves more recognition, Hayatama is one of our favorites. A medium sized orange-brown fruit with a unique ` tropical fruit' flavour, it is one of the first to ripen. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE: 4 HARVEST: VERY EARLY Kenko SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 Developed by Ken Taylor, Kenko is a large golden brown Asian pear with crunchy, sweet and aromatic flesh. The fruit stores for at least six months in cold storage. While in storage its flavour improves, taking on an exotic tropical flavour. Kenko is very disease resistant and one of the easiest fruit to grow organically. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID SEASON Shinko The Butterscotch Pear A medium to large sized golden brown russet pear with crisp, juicy flesh tinged with butterscotch flavour. Shows good resistance to fire blight. Stores very well. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: LATE Shinseiki A cross between Nijiesiki and Chojuro, Shinseiki is a medium sized early ripening fruit that has bright yellow skin. Its smooth creamy white flesh is sweet, flavourful and extremely juicy. Shinseiki is very precocious and an early producer, sometimes bearing fruit when the tree is only two years old. Fruit stores very well. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE: 4 HARVEST: EARLY Taylor Apple-Pear SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 One of Ken Taylor' s introductions, this medium-sized, round Asian pear resembles an apple with its red-blushed yellow skin. It appears to be one of the most winter hardy. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE All varieties of Asian pears are $39 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of Asian Pears are combined

9 European Pears 7 Early Gold Luscious Northbrite These are the common type pears found in local grocery stores. They are less bothered by insects than apples but more susceptible to fireblight disease. We have discovered a few fireblight resistant Varieties. Pear trees tolerate heavy clay soils, are known to live for over 200 years and can be kept small with pruning. Most pear orchards are gone, so Canada must import millions of pounds every year just to meet the present consumer demand. Few people realize that pears are one of the easiest fruit to grow organically and are very cold tolerant. Bo Bart One of Ken Taylor' s varieties, Bo Bart is similar to Bartlett in many respects, however it appears to have superior winter hardiness and ripens slightly earlier. The large sweet fruit has buttery flesh. Storage life is average. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY SEASON ROOTSTOCK: PYRUS COMMUNIS $39 each Early Gold One of the best cold climate pears, Early Gold is a seedling of Ùr e' with improved vigor and earlier ripening. The small to medium sized golden pears are great for fresh eating as well as processing. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 2/3 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: PYRUS COMMUNIS Harrow Crisp An attractive smooth yellow pear with a red blush and mild sweet flavour. This pear has creamy white smooth flesh that is grit-free and stays firm even when it is fully ripe. If picked early the fruit can be stored for up to 2 months. Harrow Crisp has excellent resistance to fire blight. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: OHxF 97 Harrow Sweet This very productive and cold hardy tree produces medium to large sized fruit that are yellow skinned with a red blush and slight russeting. Its cream-white flesh is very sweet, juicy and has excellent flavour. It is a good pear for baking, cooking, canning and freezing. Harrow Sweet stores well. An excellent choice for commercial orchards. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: OHxF 97 HW 620 This attractive greenish-yellow pear has a similar shape to Bartlett. Its smooth buttery flesh has a mild pleasant flavour. This pear stores well for about 12 weeks and has very good resistance to fire blight. Ripens four weeks after Bartlett. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: LATE ROOTSTOCK: OHxF 97 Luscious A sweet and very juicy pear with buttery flesh. This medium sized, bright yellow fruit with a red blush has a flavour similar to Bartlett, only more intense. An excellent fresh eating pear, but less suited for canning. Ripens in late September and keeps for several weeks. Vigorous, hardy tree is resistant to fire blight. Brilliant red fall foliage is an added bonus. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE Moonglow A disease resistant, vigorous upright growing tree that produces high quality large yellow pears that store well. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4/5 ROOTSTOCK: OHxF 333 Northbrite Another of Ken Taylor' s pear varieties, this one is his pride and joy! An attractive, red-blushed, medium sized pear, its mild sweet flavour and firm flesh make it ideal for both eating or canning. The dependable, productive tree is rather compact in form and very disease resistant. An all around winner, it shows great commercial potential. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID SEASON ROOTSTOCK: PYRUS COMMUNIS $39 each Orcas A large sweet pear with mild flavour, Orcas is good for canning and drying. These large pears are yellow with a red blush. Orcas is well suited for the home orchard. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON ROOTSTOCK: OHxF 333 Rescue A large yellow to orange skinned pear with sweet mild flavour. Rescue is a good producer and keeps well. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: OHxF 333 So Sweet Ken Taylor' s best pear for really cold northern climates, a sweet, juicy and delicious round shaped pear that is very productive. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: PYRUS COMMUNIS $39 each Summercrisp Discovered in Minnesota in 1933, this early ripening pear is great for both fresh eating and canning. Medium sized fruit is mild and sweet with a crisp texture similar to an Asian pear. If picked in mid-august when the fruit is still green with a red blush, it will keep up to two months. This dependable, annual bearing tree is very hardy and also fire blight resistant. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: PYRUS COMMUNIS All varieties of European pears are $29 each (unless otherwise specified) Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of European pears are combined

10 Berries Aronia Berries Native to North America, the Aronia berry (Aronia melanocarpa) is a tough, disease resistant shrub that boasts masses of white flowers in the spring, spectacular red leaves in the fall and bunches of small black berries that hang well into the winter. The berries are packed with antioxidants making it one of the best super fruits with 58% more antioxidant content than blueberries and 90% more than cranberries. The fruit can be used to make jam, juice, wine and tea. Aronia berries are incredibly easy to grow in almost any condition. If you re looking for a crop to grow comercially, this one warrants a second look. In fact, it gets our vote as most likely to succeed. Do a bit of research and you will notice how demand is building up from ingredient companies for use in powerbars and other healthy snack foods. Grown on plastic with 1.2 meter (4 foot) spacing between plants and 3.5 meter (12 foot) row spacing simplifies harvest. Consider doing a trial planting this spring! Dwarf Aronia Berry An attractive compact shrub, dwarf aronias grow to only about 1 meter (3 feet) in height, making them desirable for landscaping applications. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 McKenzie Vigorous, productive and long-lived (25+ years) McKenzie can reach up to 3 meters (10 feet) in height. It adapts well to both understory or open site plantings. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Viking Commercial growers favour Viking for its high yields and consistent berry size. The flavour packed berries tend to be nearly twice the size of regular Aronias. The bush grows to about 2.5 meters (8 feet) in height. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 All varieties of aronia berries are $19 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Blueberries Blueberries are exceptionally nutritious and delicious berries that are ideal for eating fresh, baking, processing and more. Blueberries are also an excellent choice for edible landscaping installations as they make an excellent hedge or ground cover and have spectacular fall foliage. Early Season Blueberries 8 Duke A popular early season variety with very good hardiness and productivity. Attractive medium to large, light blue berries have sweet, mild flavour. Duke blooms late but ripens early which protects blossoms from spring frosts. Stocky, upright meter (4-6 foot) tall bushes have yellow-orange foliage in fall. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4 Bluejay An early to mid-season variety, Bluejay is fast growing and slightly spreading. long loose clusters of medium sized light blue berries will hang on the bush for long periods without loss of quality. Delicate, sweet flavour is ideal for pies, freezing or even canning. Upright bush grows to meters (6-7 feet) tall. With its yellow stems it will add visual appeal all year round. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4 Patriot A early season variety with excellent hardiness and excellent productivity. Bushes are vigorous, 1.5 meters tall and are dense but open. Patriot produces a medium to large, firm berry that is medium blue and has good flavour. This variety is an excellent choice for cold regions and heavier soils. Fruit size will decrease as the season advances. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 3 Reka This early season variety from New Zealand is proving to be one of the fastest growing and most adaptable of all of the varieties. It thrives in a wide range of soil types and northern climates. However, it is the exceptional, aromatic flavour of this attractive, dark blue mid-sized berry that is really creating high demand! meter (4-6 foot) tall bushes are extremely productive and boast burgundy/red fall foliage. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4 1 gallon pot: $12 each 3 gallon pot (ready to start producing): $29 (no quantity discount) Aronia Berries

11 Berries Blueberries cont. Mid-Season Blueberries Blueray Another mid-season variety with a lot to offer, Blueray is one of the finest dessert berries. Large, dark blue berries have a subtle tinge of wild blueberry in the outstanding, aromatic sweet flavour. Excellent choice for home gardeners or u-pick. Vigorous, slender, multi-stemmed meter (4-6 foot) tall bush is very productive and winter hardy. Stunning rosy pink flowers turn bright white when in full bloom. Waxy green leaves are brilliant red in the fall. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 3/4 Brunswick Originally from Nova Scotia, Brunswick is a mid-season low bush variety (0.5 meters tall) that produces a small sky blue berry that has a wild blueberry taste. Brunswick makes an excellent dense ground cover with glossy green leaves changing to crimson and orange fall colours. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 Chandler This award winning show stopper is fast becoming a favorite! A mid to late season variety with excellent hardiness and productivity. Chandler not only boasts the largest blueberry but has one of the longest ripening seasons, providing sweet and flavourful fruit for up to seven weeks. Bushes are 1.5 meters (5 feet) tall, upright and vigorous. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 5 1 gallon pot: $12 each 3 gallon pot (ready to start producing): $29 (no quantity discount) Northblue The best overall fruit quality of the half-high Minnesota varieties. Dark blue, mid-sized berries have excellent flavour for fresh eating or baking. Northblue makes a great landscaping bush with its compact, slightly spreading meter (3-4 foot) form. Unusually large, glossy, dark green leaves turn burgundy red in fall. Very winter hardy. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 3 Northland The most cold hardy high-bush variety, this early to mid-season selection is easy to grow and quite adaptable. Huge sugar content and flavourful ẁ ild' taste make these small to medium sized berries `ju st right' for jams and baking as well as fresh eating. Bright yellow stems on this compact meter (4-5 foot) tall bush make it a great landscaping choice. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 3 Toro A mid-season variety with very good productivity and excellent hardiness. Bushes are vigorous, 2 meters tall, upright and compact. Toro produces huge bunches of very large berries that are very firm, light blue, have excellent flavour and are easy to pick. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4 Late Season Blueberries 9 Jersey An heirloom classic, this late season variety is easy to grow and a consistent heavy producer. Small to mid-size berries have a distinctive, spicy, old-time flavour making it a favorite baking berry. Fruit ripens from late August to first frost. The meter (6-8 foot) tall bush is well shaped for landscaping or hedge applications.self-fertile (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 3/4 Elliot The very last variety of the season, Elliot allows home gardeners to enjoy fresh berries through September. Firm, mid-sized sky blue berries have zesty flavour. Vigorous, upright, slightly spreading (5-8 foot) tall bush has burgundy stems and ornamental, bluish-green leaves. This winter hardy variety blooms very late for maximum spring frost protection.self-fertile (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4 All varieties of blueberries are $12 each (unless otherwise specified) Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% save 40% Discount applies when different varieties of blueberries are combined

12 Berries (Brambles: Raspberries & More) 10 Blackberries Although wild blackberries are common they tend to be small and seedy. Of the numerous cultivated varieties that have been developed, only a few will tolerate our Canadian winters. All blackberries adore intense sun, heat and humidity, so even though we offer the hardiest varieties, they desire a sunny site and will benefit from winter protection. Arapahoe The earliest ripening thornless variety, Arapahoe hails from Arkansas. Medium to large, firm, glossy fruit has short-conic shape, very good flavour and noticeably smaller seeds. Erect, self-supporting canes have reasonable hardiness and good disease resistence. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY Chester Considered to be one of the most winter hardy and productive thornless varieties available, Chester produces large, very sweet, high quality berries with great flavour. Excellent for fresh use, jams, jellies and baking. The vigorous semi-trailing plant can grow canes up to 3.5 meters (12 feet) long so it benefits from trellising. Shows good resistance to cane blight. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: MID SEASON Illini Hardy Quite thorny, but also the most winter hardy. Mid-size, shiny, attractive fruit has intense, but distinctive flavour with a hint of wild blackberry. Productive canes are vigorous and erect with good disease resistence. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID SEASON Perron SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 A hardy thornless variety that was developed in Montreal. Perron produces huge tasty berries that are easy to pick. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID SEASON Prime Ark 45 This outstanding new release from Arkansas is a thorny primocane bearing variety. It bears abundant crops on first year canes, which means every spring you cut off all canes just above the ground and allow them to grow back. Medium-large fruit has good flavour and is firm enough for shipping. Winter hardiness is not a problem, but may ripen too late for short season northern areas. Highly recommended for testing. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: MID SEASON All varieties of blackberries are $9 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of blackberries are combined Raspberries Raspberries come in a wide variety of colours and bear fruit one year after planting on one year old canes except for ever-bearing varieties which bear fruit on new canes. We recommend black raspberries because they are non-suckering and they adapt well to cold climates, can take poor soil conditions and can grow in full sun or full shade. Not to mention that they are delicious! Red Summer Fruiting Raspberries Encore The latest summer fruiting variety. Encore is becoming quite popular for its very large firm berries with great flavour. Not as productive as Taylor but more winter hardy and better disease resistance and somewhat less thorny. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Madawaska A favorite for colder climates, it ripens quite early with medium sized, sweet, well-flavoured berries and is known for its winter hardiness. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Taylor Possibly the richest flavoured red raspberry of all, it produces high yields of medium to large sized, firm berries with good colour. This later season variety is quite hardy, but less disease resistant than some. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Red Everbearing Raspberries Autumn Britten One of the earliest fall fruiting varieties, it is valued for its excellent berry quality. Very large, firm and flavourful with bright red colour, it bears from late August until the first frost. Moderately productive with good disease resistance and winter hardiness. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Himbo-Top A newer variety known for heavy production, it is also highly resistant to root rot making it a good choice for organic growers. Extremely large bright red berries with great flavour. Very vigorous canes. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Pathfinder An early extra hardy everbearing type for colder locations, it has been described as having a sweet, unusual, ẁ ild woodsy' flavour. Firm, medium-sized berries are borne on sturdy 1.2 meter (4 foot) canes that require no staking. Moderate yields but great disease resistance. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 All varieties of red raspberries are $4.50 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Discount applies when different varieties of red raspberries are combined

13 Berries (Brambles: Raspberries & More) 11 Raspberries cont. Black Raspberries Bristol These large, firm and tasty multi-purpose black raspberries are are great for fresh eating, freezing or preserves. Vigorous canes do not require staking. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Cumberland One of the oldest black raspberry cultivars, Cumberland was introduced by berry growers in It produces medium to large, blue-black berries which have an outstanding flavour. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Jewel Early to mid-season black raspberry with excellent firmness and flavour. Non-suckering. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Mac Black Yields medium to large berries somewhat later than other varieties. Canes are vigorous, erect and hardy. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Odette A very hardy blue/black raspberry that produces large firm berries. Canes are very thorny. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Munger Developed in Ohio, Munger is a popular choice for commercial farmers and home gardeners alike. A very cold hardy variety that produces large, firm berries that have fewer seeds than other black raspberries. Its delicious sweet flavour is excellent for preserves. Munger' s stout canes seem to be more resistant to fungal diseases than other raspberries. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Wyoming A new hardy disease-resistant variety that produces an abundance of very large and flavourful berries from mid-summer to early fall. A wiry shrub with enormous canes, Wyoming is non-suckering. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2/3 All varieties of black raspberries are $9 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Discount applies when different varieties of black raspberries are combined Purple & Yellow Raspberries Anne (Yellow) Widely know as the best yellow variety, Anne is an early ripening, fallbearing raspberry. Very large, firm, lemon-yellow berries have exceptional sweet flavour. Tall upright plants sucker sparsely requiring higher planting density. SELF -FERTILE ZONE 3 Royalty (Purple) Late, summer bearing selection is considered the best purple berry for fresh eating. Very large, firm berries can be picked when red, but will develop sweeter, more intense flavour when fully ripe at the royal purple stage. This disease resistant red x black raspberry cross is also ideal for jam, jelly and freezing. The vigorous, thorny canes are very productive, but non-suckering, like a black raspberry. SELF -FERTILE ZONE 3 All varieties of purple & yellow raspberries are $6.50 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Tayberries A Loganberry and black raspberry cross developed in Scotland where it was named after the Tay River. The juicy, cone-shaped deep reddishpurple fruit can be up to 4 cm (1.5 inches) long and are packed with intense raspberry flavour. Ideal for jam, jelly or wine. Vigorous prickly vines grow meters (6-7 feet) tall and require trellising. Best suited for a sunny, sheltered spot like a south facing wall. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: LATE SUMMER $9 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% Thimbleberries Also known as ` salmonberries' or `flo wering raspberries' this multistemmed thornless shrub boasts maple-like leaves and very large fragrant flowers making it an excellent ornamental plant. Native to North America, thimbleberries produce an edible bright red hollow fruit that resembles a thimble and is similar to a raspberry except they are larger, flatter and softer and contain more seeds. These hardy plants are very easy to grow as they can take a variety of soil conditions. Thimbleberries make excellent jam or jelly. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $9 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10%

14 Berries Coral Berries This decorative little bush has an extensive root system that sends out suckers for bank stabilization and erosion control on steep slopes. Edible, dry red fruit also know as Ìn dian Currant' hangs all winter to feed wildlife. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 $9 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% Cranberries Not only are these tart berries very high in vitamin C and phyto nutrients, cranberry bushes make an interesting ornamental and are excellent for attracting wildlife. Wentworth Highbush Cranberry (Viburnum Trilobum) This handsome native shrub will thrive in poor soil, but requires moisture and prefers some shade. Massive, showy white flower heads turn into clusters of bright scarlet, tart but edible berries that will hang on the branches all winter. Can be used in preserves, syrups and wine. With its tidy, symmetrical growth habit it makes an excellent hedge about meters (8-10 feet) high and meters (4-6 feet) wide. We have selected Wentworth for its larger berries and vivid red fall folliage. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: FROM SEPTEMBER UNTIL THE FIRST FREEZE $15 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% Stevens Lowbush Cranberry (Vaccinium Macrocarpon) These low spreading plants produce the traditional or ` true' cranberries found in grocery stores. Also known as bog cranberries, they require rather exacting conditions for commercial production. However, they will produce fruit for the home gardener in moist, acidic, peat moss types of soil. With its delicate evergreen leaves and small pink flowers on a thick mat of slender vines, it makes an attractive ground cover about cm (8-10 inches) high.we selected Stevens for its exceptionally large, deep red berries. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $9 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% Image courtesy of Lawyer Nursery Elderberries 12 Here is a plant that is finally getting the attention it deserves, It was designated as Herb of the Year for 2013, but has been used medicinally for hundreds of years! Because this single plant has so many uses, it has been referred to by herbalists as Nature s Medicine Chest and the Countryman s Apothecary. Numerous new scientific studies are now verifying the benefits that previous generations have observed. Not only is elderberry juice extremely high in antioxidants (14,500 on the ORAC scale, compared with blackberries at 5347 or sweet cherries at 3365) the particular antioxidants found in elderberries have a proven antiviral effect. If your space is limited, this is the one plant we don t want want you to be without! Fortunately it is also the easiest one to grow organically. We now offer dormant root cuttings from the two exciting new releases from the University of Missouri - Bob Gordon and Wyldewood, as well as bareroot plants from some of the most popular older varieties. Bob Gordon Introducing the new star performer! Although it' s a little harder to start than standard elderberries, it is well worth the effort. The enormous fruiting clusters with berries up to 1/4º invert downwards more than other varieties protecting the berries from birds. Extremely productive, with yields nearly triple that of older varieties! Berries are sweeter than most which makes it perfect for pies, jelly and wine. Vigorous shrubs grow to 10 feet tall with all blooms at once so it ripens for two pickings. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Wyldewood The runner-up to Bob Gordon in yields, this reliable and vigorous producer has a longer range of blooming time (as well as ripening). One advantage is that a late spring frost will never wipe out the whole crop. It is slightly more acidic, or has more of a ẁ ild' flavour which makes it preferable for juice, etc. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 3 Nova Originates from Nova Scotia. Large, sweet berries. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR (plant with York) ZONE 3 HARVEST: EARLY Scotia The smallest elderberry bush. The Scotia elderberry makes an ideal landscaping hedge that can be placed in front of taller plants. These berries have the highest sugar content of all the elderberries. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON York A popular old reliable variety. It was the largest berry before the Missouri introduction. Some consider it the prettiest shrub with greener foliage than the others. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR (plant with Nova) ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON All varieties of elderberries are $11 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40%

15 Berries (Elaeagnus) Berries 13 Autumn Olive Autumn olive (elaeagnus umbellata) also autumn berry, is a wide spreading shrub that can grow up to 3.5 meters (12 feet) tall. It is not related to the olive but has similar looking grey-green leaves. The pea-sized red berries ripen in late September and are loaded with the antioxidant lycopene which is reported to help protect against prostate and other cancers. With lycopene levels 17 times higher than tomatoes, these berries make very healthy drinks or preserves. Autumn olive bushes are somewhat related to Goumi bushes and boast the same nitrogen fixing abilities. They are hardy and vigorous and will thrive almost anywhere. In fact, they may be best suited to less fertile sites as they tend to thrive with such exuberance that they can crowd out less vigorous plants. Goji Berries Also known as Wolfberry or Matrimony Vine, Native to Tibet, this ` superfood' can grow in almost any soil type, even depleted soils as long as it is well drained. The oblong bright orange-red fruit is most commonly dried, tasting like tart raisins, but they can also be eaten raw or added to soups and stews. The young leaves and shoots are popular in Cantonese stir-fries. In China it is sometimes referred to as the `p lant of eternal life' and in all fairness it does have amazing medicinal properties. The berries are packed with essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals which makes a potent elixir highly regarded as an immune system booster. Other claims include: improved vision, increased white blood cell counts, better liver function and stronger muscles and bones. An attractive meter (4-6 foot) tall shrub, gojis have small, light purple, bell-shaped flowers in spring. Later the arching branches are loaded with crimson-orange 2cm (3/4º ) berries. PLANT 2 FOR POLLINATION ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $19 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% Ruby is noted for its larger and particularly sweet red berries. SELF -FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE SEPTEMBER $19 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% Goumi (Eleagnus Multiflora) SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 Another useful and attractive landscaping selection. Goumi bushes mature at approximately meters (6-7 feet) in both height and width. The leaves are dark green on the upper side and silvery below which creates a shimmering effect when the foliage is stirred by a light breeze. Small yellow and fuchsia flowers cover the bush in a fragrant haze in late spring followed by long, bright, cherry red fruits that are flecked with silver. The berries are juicy with a very refreshing tart flavour that adds a snap to your jams, pies, etc. Goumi works well as a hedge or as an understory plant in permaculture projects. It will thrive in almost any soil and is noted for its ability to take nitrogen from the air and convert it to a form that plants can use. Sweet Scarlet goumi was selected at the Main Botanical Garden in Kiev, Ukraine. It is self-pollinating and noted for its very flavourful fruit. SELF -FERTILE ZONE 4 $19 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10%

16 Berries Haskaps An attractive hardy bush, haskaps are the earliest berries to ripen. At first glance haskaps look like oddly shaped blueberries. Some consider the fruit to taste like a mix of blueberry and raspberry while other will disagree, arguing that the distinct sweet-tart flavour is difficult to pinpoint. Haskaps are very disease and pest resistant but the birds love them! Loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants, haskaps are an unusual and unique berry perfect for our cold climate. Aurora SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 This new variety appears to have it all! The largest berries with arguably the best and sweetest flavour. Very fast growing plant also makes a good pollinator which eliminates the need to plant a poorly flavoured pollinator such as Berry Blue. Aurora is noted for high production and ease of picking. At meters (5-7 feet) high they are taller than Indigo, Gem or Tundra, so if planting a double row beside a fence or building, plant Aurora at the back. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 2 Indigo Gem A good medium firm berry suitable for both backyard or commercial settings. Short oval berries have a slightly chewy texture and a sweet/ tart tasty flavour. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR (plant with Aurora) ZONE 2 Tundra Because of its very firm berries, Tundra is the best choice for commercial production as it can handle mechanical harvesting. A variety from the University of Saskatchewan, Tundra produces high yields of large oval shaped berries that have a sweet and tangy flavour. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR (plant with Aurora) ZONE 2 HARVEST: EARLY (END OF JUNE) Late Season Haskaps We are now offering late blooming varieties of haskaps to increase your chances of having suitable weather for bee pollination Blue Sea Selected for its abundant crops of very large, sweet and flavourful berries, Blue Sea is also noted for its low spreading form and velvety, dark green foliage. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR (plant with Blue Velvet) ZONE 2 Blue Velvet This unique variety has unusual, attractive, grayish-green, velvet-like foliage and a broad, spreading habit. Blue Velvet produces large, tasty fruit. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR (plant with Blue Sea) ZONE 2 All varieties of haskaps are $15 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Discount applies when different varieties of haskaps are combined Lingonberries 14 Here s another plant that we here in North America are just beginning to appreciate. Scandinavians, on the other hand, have been harvesting these highly nutritious berries by the tonne for many centuries. With bright red, pea-sized fruits against a backdrop of lush, glossy green leaves, they also make a feast for the eyes. An added bonus is that the leaves retain their rich green colour all winter long. Lingonberries make superb jam especially when combined with rosehips. The ones that didn t get eaten fresh are just the ticket in meat stews, sauces. juices and wine. These plants require very well drained, acidic soil, even more so than most blueberries. In fact, with regular watering they do well in pure peat moss. Because lingonberries hail from northern regions, they do best in partial shade in warmer zones. Inter-plant with low-bush blueberries for a truly impressive ground cover. Erntesegen The German name means harvest blessing! Erntesegen is recognized as number one for high production with yields up to 30,000 pounds of fruit per acre. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR (PLANT WITH RED PEARL) ZONE 3 Red Pearl We'v e selected Red Pearl for its disease resistance. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR (PLANT WITH ERNTESGEN) ZONE 3 All varieties of lingonberries are $9 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% Nannyberries This wild shrub grows like a lilac and produces panicles of white flowers in the spring followed by clusters of sweet edible black berries that are also known as ẁ ild rasins' that will hang on the branches all winter. The nannyberry is very hardy and disease resistant and can be planted in any type of soil. This easy to grow suckering shrub is great for creating and windbreak and wildlife love it. SELF -FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: FROM SEPTEMBER UNTIL THE FIRST FREEZE $19 ea. Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10%

17 Berries Mulberries A vigorous, hardy, disease and pest resistant tree, the mulberry was often planted to attract birds keeping them away from other tree crops such as sweet cherries. It really is no wonder the birds love the juicy berries - the pleasing blend of sweetness and tartness makes it one of the best flavours of all fruits! Now new research is indicating that from a health standpoint, mulberries may actually be the most valuable tree fruit. Dried mulberries and even the leaves are being touted as the latest superfood. The fruit itself has an impressive antioxidant punch, but a compound in the leaves called DNJ is what s creating excitement. Drinking mulberry leaf tea with your meal helps to control blood sugar and possibly prevent diabetes. The tree is also appreciated for its ornamental appeal, however the dark fruited varieties should be planted away from sidewalks and driveways, as the fallen fruits can cause staining. Black Mulberries Black Beauty Mulberry Bush This variety of Persian mulberry produces flavourful blackberry-like fruit that us large, juicy and black. Can be used for fresh eating, desserts, jam, wine, and the list goes on! It ripens over an extended period of time from early to mid-summer. Available in either bush or tree form. BUSH (grafted at ground level): Makes an attractive meter (8-10 foot) tall shrub. Works beautifully for creating a carefree hedge. TREE (grafted at 1.2 meters / 4 feet): By putting a meter (4-5 foot) tree trunk under the shrub you now have a handsome, compact tree about meters (12-15 feet) tall. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EVERBEARING $49 each Illinois Everbearing Considered by many to be the best flavoured mulberry of all, it bears bountiful crops of large 3.5 cm (1.5º ) glossy, virtually seedless black fruit over an 8 week time span beginning in early to mid-summer. The fast growing tree is slender and attractive and quite compact. Black Mulberries cont. Montreal Black SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 A more hardy version of the Illinois Everbearing. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: JUNE UNTIL SEPTEMBER White Mulberries Ivory This white variety also has good commercial potential because it is very productive, bearing large sweet white fruit all at once that do not stain like the black varieties. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: MID TO END JULY 15 $49 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% Mulberry Seedling SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 Mulberry seedlings will produce fruit that is black, pink, lavender or white. You never know what you'r e going to get! Harvest time will vary from tree to tree but is always concentrated over a period of a few weeks. Mulberry seedlings are a great choice if you are concerned about hardiness. Since they have no graft they can withstand harsher winters. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3/4 $29 each $49 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% White Persian White-pink, non-staining berries are large, tasty and sweet. Long-lived, spreading tree may reach 6 meters (20 feet) in height but can be maintained in hedge form by yearly pruning. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID TO END JULY $49 each SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: JUNE UNTIL SEPTEMBER $49 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% Persian Mulberry Very similar to Black Beauty in all respects, it tends to grow somewhat larger. Available in bush form. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EVERBEARING $49 each Mature mulberry tree Ornamental mulberries also available see page 34

18 Berries (Ribes) 16 Currants These shade tolerant bushes produce an abundance of nutrient packed berries that are especially high in vitamin C. When eaten fresh, black currants have a very pungent and distinctive flavour that is definitely an acquired taste but they make the most delicious jams. The red, pink, white and golden varieties are much milder tasting. Black Currants Ben Sarek A newer variety developed in Scotland, Ben Sarek bears consistent high yields of large berries that make excellent jams and jellies. This dense bush is more compact than most currants only reaching meters (2-3 ft) in height and width. It isalso quite resistant to rust and very mildew and leaf spot resistant. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST Slitsa This superior, disease resistant variety from Holland is known for large, flavourful, jet-black berries that are the earliest to ripen. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID TO LATE JULY Titania A richly flavoured Scandinavian variety with very large, mildly pungent berries that are great for cooking or drying. It is not unusual for the branches of this vigorous bush to break under heavy fruit load. Resistant to mildew and rust. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST Thasis A new Polish variety that bears a heavy crop of black currants that boast the highest vitamin C content. Resistant to mildew and rust. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST Red Currants Jonkheer van Tets A leading Dutch variety, it is considered by some to be the best flavoured of all red currants! Heavy crops of large, dark red berries are easy to pick. Early blooming makes it more susceptible to late frosts, so site selection is important. With a spreading growth habit it is ideal to train on a cordon or as an espalier plant. This mildew and aphid resistant variety does best out of the hot sun. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST Red Currants cont. Red Jade This productive and disease resistant shrub makes a pretty picture when hanging full of clusters of its bright red, translucent berries. Known for very high vitamin C content. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST Red Lake One of the best red currant varieties, it bears long strands of large, juicy red fruits that hold well on the bushes. Great for jellies and preserves. Strong vigorous upright bush with dense foliage. Red Lake makes an excellent hedge. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST Rovada A late blooming variety developed in the Netherlands. Exceptionally long strands of good sized translucent red berries are very easy to pick. Great for jams and jellies as well as fresh eating. The plant is very free of mildew and other leaf diseases. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST Pink Currants Pink Champagne A very old, hard to find variety that produces large clusters of light pink berries on a compact bush. Still considered by many to be the best flavoured of all currants, it is great for fresh eating as well as cooking or preserving. Disease resistant and hardy. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST Gloire de Sablons Enhance your garden with this attractive shrub adorned with long elegant strands of translucent pink currants. Mild, but tangy flavour makes this French Heirloom variety versatile for all uses. Highly desirable for decorating desserts. Productive and disease resistant. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST White Currants White Pearl An old favorite from Holland, it bears clusters of large, translucent, pearlshaped berries with a sweet mild flavour on an attractive upright growing bush. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST Blanka A noteworthy newer variety from Slovakia, Blanka features good disease resistance and high yields of very large, juicy, translucent berries. Additional qualities include extra high sugar content and good shelf life, as well as late blooming to avoid spring frosts. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST All varieties of currants are $14 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Discount applies when different varieties of currants are combined

19 Berries (Ribes) 17 Gooseberries Canadians are starting to realize what an easy landscaping plant the gooseberry is. In Europe you will find several bushes tucked into almost every backyard garden or used as an ornamental planting alongside the house. Gooseberries prefer morning sun, partial shade in the afternoon and good air circulation. As most varieties will tolerate brutally cold winters, it is especially important to plant in shade in warmer regions. Mulch heavily to keep the roots cool and moist. These hardy, compact shrubs have arching branches and typically mature at approximately 1.2 meters (4 feet) high and wide. The berries make incredible pies and are great for fresh eating as well as for preserves and drying. Red Gooseberries Captivator When fully ripe, this European/American cross bears large, deep pink berries that are very sweet. The hardy, mildew resistant bush is almost thorn-free for painless picking. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Hinnomaki Red With its tart skin and sweet flesh, this Finnish heirloom variety has outstanding flavour. Hinnomaki red is a very productive shrub which bears abundant harvests of deep red medium sized fruit making it a favorite among home gardeners. It also features extreme cold hardiness and good mildew resistance. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Jahn s Prairie Originating from the wild in Alberta, Jahn' s Prairie is a very hardy and disease resistant variety known for high yields of large reddish pink berries with great sweet/tart flavour. The bush has an upright growing shape and thankfully is less prickly than many varieties of gooseberries. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Poorman An old American variety still held in high esteem for its superb aromatic flavour. One of the best for fresh eating as well as cooking and baking. Large, sweet, wine-red berries grow profusely on the sturdy, vigorous and thorny bush. Mildew resistant and hardy. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Sébastien A variety developed in Ottawa, Sébastien bears high yields of good quality reddish berries on vigorous and erect canes that have very few thorns. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Tixia A Swiss variety just too good to ignore, Tixia produces attractive, pear-shaped, dark red berries that are second to none in both size and quality. The vigorous, upright growing bush is productive and mildew resistant and best of all - nearly thornless. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Yellow & Green Gooseberries Hinnomaki Yellow Smaller greenish-yellow berries have a delicate, sweet flavour with a hint of apricot aftertaste. Another Finnish variety, this low growing bush is more spreading than some, very winter hardy and quite mildew resistant. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Invicta Green Gooseberry Renowned for tremendous crops of huge, high quality, pale green berries with sweet, outstanding flavour, Invicta is resistant to mildew and late spring frosts. However, the vigorous, spreading bush is also renowned for incredibly wicked thorns! Two options: prune and trellis for easier picking or use the armor to your advantage and plant for an impenetrable hedge between the woodlot and the garden to keep the critters out! SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Black Gooseberries Black Velvet It is considered the champagne of gooseberries for its outstanding, rich, blueberry tinged flavour. This award winning selection produces high quality, large, sweet, deep purple berries. The vigorous, mildew-resistant bushes are extremely productive. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID- SEASON All varieties of gooseberries are $14 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Discount applies when different varieties of gooseberries are combined Jostaberries A unique, vigorous, disease resistant cross of black currant and gooseberry. It produces large clusters of purple-black berries which boast the high vitamin C content of black currants, but have a slightly milder, sweet, tangy flavour. The gooseberry influence comes through with the larger berry size that are excellent for eating fresh, jam, juice and cordials. A thornless shrub with glossy, dark green foliage. It reaches (5-6 feet) in height but is somewhat narrow in form. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY $9 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10%

20 Berries Strawberries June Bearing Strawberries Strawberries that produce a crop during a 2-3 week period in the spring. AAC Lila A new variety developed from a cross of `Qu een Elisa' x Ẁ endy' by breeder and geneticist Andrew Jamieson out of the Kentville research station of Nova Scotia. AAC Lila is a mid-season strawberry that yields an excellent crop of large, consistently shaped, conical berries that are orange-red to medium red in colour with medium glossiness. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 L Authentique Orléans Developed in Quebec, these round, light red and fragrant berries have a long shelf-life and are firm which makes them suitable for transportation. They also have the added bonus of being very high in antioxidants. The moderately vigorous plants have an upright growth habit. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Cabot Renowned for its huge berries, excellent flavour and good disease resistance. This late mid-season variety appears to adopt well to northern locations with sturdy, vigorous plants. However, spacing should be reduced in beds since they produce fewer runners. Ideal for hanging pots and container planting. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Cavendish Well established as the berry of choice for both home gardeners and u-pick operations. Exceptional flavour and overall berry quality keeps customers coming back for more! High yields of large, firm, tender skinned fruit gives you plenty for both fresh eating and freezing. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 All varieties of June bearing strawberries are $1 per plant Price per bundle: 25/$15, 50/$20, 100/$29, 500/$85 18 Day Neutral Strawberries Also known as everbearing, day neutral strawberries have the benefit of flowering and fruiting continuously because they are not sensitive to day length which would normally control flower initiation. They form flower buds under any day length and continue to grow as long as they are provided with a suitable temperature. Day neutrals also produce fewer runners making them easier to manage in a home garden. In their first year of planting, day neutrals will produce a fall crop. in following years the production cycle peaks every 6 weeks from June on starting about 4 to 7 days before the early June bearing varieties. Day neutrals yield smaller amounts or smaller berries, but if a prolonged supply of fresh berries is what you re after then these are the strawberries for you! Charlotte A very hardy and productive French variety that bears blood red heart shaped berries that are firm and have a good shelf life. Charlotte' s very sweet candy-like flavour is beyond compare! These vigorous plants need very little fertilization and are resistant to mites and powdery mildew. Charlotte has proven to be superior to Seascape and Albion in flavour, hardiness and productivity. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 1 plant $1.25 each Price per bundle: 25/$20, 50/$25, 100/$39, 500/$109 Rosalyne A very hardy ever bearing variety that has stunning pink flowers and produces average sized fruit with good flavour beginning in the spring lasting until the fall. Great for hanging baskets or rock gardens. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 1 plant $1.25 each Price per bundle: 25/$25, 50/$35, 100/$49

21 Berries 19 Saskatoon Berries This prairie native shrugs off harsh, subzero winters and comes back with its silvery leaves and spectacular white flowers followed by heavy berry crops. The sweet, purple almond-flavoured berries make an absolutely delicious pie. Plant a hedge row along the windward side of your orchard or vineyard and do two things at once: provide protection for more tender plants and lure birds away from your main crop. Saskatoons are probably the simplest of all berries to grow. Unlike blueberries they take whatever soil you ve got without complaining. Attractive fall foliage is an added bonus. Lee 8 This newer variety is a Northline x Thiessen cross with exceptional flavour. Lee 8 is slower growing, send up few suckers and makes a compact, attractive meter (5-6 foot) shrub. Its your obvious choice to include in landscaping projects. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 HARVEST: EARLY Martin Offers one of the largest berry sizes with excellent flavour. It ripens very uniformly and quite early. A large shrub, it matures at meters (10-14 feet) in height and has moderate suckering. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 HARVEST: EARLY Northline Northline has become one of the most popular commercial varieties with its high yields of great flavoured, good sized berries. Flowering and fruiting is slightly later than Martin. Height at maturity is up to 3 meters (10 feet) with an arching-spreading form. It has a high degree of suckering making it ideal for windbreak hedges. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 HARVEST: EARLY All varieties of Saskatoon berries are $15 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Discount applies when different varieties of Saskatoon berries are combined Sea Buckthorn This dense shrub has beautiful silver leaves and thousands of bright orange berries that literally cover the branches. Loaded with nutrients, sea buckthorn is commonly used in Europe for health tonics, cosmetics, etc. but they do not get much recognition in North America. Sea buckthorn contains very high levels of antioxidants, much higher than any other berry including blueberries. These plants are tough, capable of adapting to many soil conditions, can take shade or full sun, don t need watering, never need spraying for insects or disease, will spread down a slope or stay put on a lawn and improve soil fertility by fixing nitrogen. A sea buckthorn hedge can be used as a natural bear fence for northern orchards. On seasides or roadsides where salt sprays damage other plants sea buckthorn is not bothered. Berries hang on the branches all winter which will delight the birds! A male and female are required for pollination Leikora (female) Valued for both its fruit and ornamental appeal, this hardy German variety bears large, bright orange berries on a spreading, but quite compact 3 meter (10 foot) tall bush. The fruit laden branches are frequently used as an awesome complement to floral displays. By late September the berries have ripened, but can remain hanging on the bush even after heavy frost. ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Star of Altai (female) This extremely hardy Siberian variety produces large, sweet, reddishorange berries on an attractive, upright growing meters (6-8 foot) shrub. It ripens earlier than Leikora. ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Male Sea Buckthorn An attractive ornamental shrub that is covered in striking large, golden brown flower buds in winter and spring. The male sea buckthorn is an important pollinator for our female plants. One male can pollinate up to 8 female plants. ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON All varieties of male and female Sea Buckthorn are $19 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% Discount applies when different varieties of Sea Buckthorn are combined Seedlings Unsexed seedlings are best used as a hedge where fruit is less important. If planting 10 or more you are almost certain to have both male and female plants. Makes an attractive yet virtually impenetrable hedge - a maintenance free fence to keep the deer out, or to keep the sheep in!plant 2 FOR POLLINATION ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $12 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25%

22 Cherries Cherries are a very diverse species and vary from small shrubs to tall trees. Our cherries are cold hardy and tolerate a wide variety of soil types. Bush Cherries Fresh cherries in September! Compact and productive, these 1 meter (4 foot) tall bushes resemble a flowering almond at bloom time. Famous plant breeder Dr. Elwyn Meader of New Hampshire developed them for a late blooming Montmorency type cherry that escapes spring frosts. An added advantage with fall ripening is that there is much less competition with greedy birds. Jan SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 Fruit is identical to Joel but ripens slightly earlier. POLLINATE WITH ` JOEL' ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE Joel SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 Firm, good quality fruit. POLLINATE WITH ` JAN' ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE All varieties of bush cherries are $19 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% Shrub Cherries Varieties of cold hardy cherries that make excellent ornamentals and even better pies, jams and jellies! Carmine Jewel The first of a series of cold hardy shrub cherries to be released from the University of Saskatchewan, the Carmine Jewel cherry is an extremely hardy early ripening tart cherry that makes excellent pies and preserves. Carmine Jewel bears heavy crops of large dark red fruit that hold on the plant for three weeks and are easy to harvest. Although the fruit is smaller and the sugar content is lower than the cherries from the `R omance' series Carmine Jewel has the advantage of being the first to ripen each season. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 HARVEST: EARLY $19 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% May be combined with Romance series Nanking Cherries SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 Excellent hedge plant with dense, disease-resistant foliage and masses of beautiful pink or white blossoms in spring. Nanking cherries can take drought, are shade tolerant and bear small tart cherries that are excellent for preserves or pies. Available in red or black. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 HARVEST: EARLY $25 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Romance Series A selection of cold hardy shrub cherries from the University of Saskatchewan. 20 Crimson Passion These dark red cherries have the highest sugar content of the Romance series making them excellent for fresh eating but they are also good for processing. The plant has no suckers. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Cupid These dark red to black cherries are the largest of the Romance series. Cupid has good flavour for fresh eating and is also good for processing. The plant blooms one week later than the other Romance cherries. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Juliet These dark red cherries have a high sugar content giving them the best flavour for fresh eating but Juliet is also good for processing. The plant has few suckers. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 HARVEST: EARLY Romeo These dark red to black cherries are very similar to Carmine Jewel but it produces much later. With a higher sugar content, Romeo is very flavourful making it good for fresh eating as well as processing. Romeo is one of the best cherries for making juice. The plants are very productive and has few suckers. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 HARVEST: MID-SEASON All varieties of shrub cherries from the Romance series are $19 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties from the Romance series are combined Dwarf Sour Cherry Trees Trouble falling asleep at night? Sour cherries are a good natural source of melatonin. Drinking several glasses of sour cherry juice daily has been shown to reduce the severity of insomnia and improve overall sleep quality and efficiency. In addition to being a natural sleep aid alternative, research also indicates that sour cherries may help promote heart health and reduce inflammation related to arthritis. We are pleased to offer these reliable sour cherry varieties on the very popular Gisela dwarfing rootstock from Germany. The proven benefits include earlier fruiting, compact tree form and increased winter hardiness. Best performance is on well drained, lighter soil. Evans Dwarf Russian heritage tree discovered near Edmonton in 1923, so cold hardiness can be counted on. Productive English Morello type cherry with dark red rich fruit. Excellent for pies, jams and juices. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2/3 ROOTSTOCK: GISELA

23 Cherries Dwarf Sour Cherry Trees cont. Montmorency Dwarf This old favorite originated in France in the 17th century and is still the most popular pie and dessert cherry in North America. Medium to large, bright red fruits with firm yellow flesh have rich, tart, tangy flavour. Cold hardy and disease resistant tree has spreading form. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3/4 ROOTSTOCK: GISELA All varieties of dwarf sour cherry trees are $39 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% Discount applies when different varieties of dwarf sour cherries are combined Dwarf Sweet Cherry Trees Sweet cherries grown on hardy Gisela rootstock which is the most productive and first true dwarfing rootstock for cherries. This rootstock makes it possible to maintain a sweet cherry tree between meters (8-12 feet) compared to a typical sweet cherry tree which can reach up to 9 meters (30 feet). Smaller cherry trees are easier to harvest and easier to net to keep the birds away. They are also ideal for small spaces, are highly productive and bear fruit early. Glacier Dwarf A large, round sweet cherry with dark red, juicy flesh. Glacier is not as firm as a Bing so it may be more suitable for home growers. Late blooming so it may avoid spring frosts. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 ROOTSTOCK: GISELA Kristin Dwarf Medium to large size, purplish-black fruit resists cracking. Firm but juicy flesh has richly aromatic, sweet flavour. Highly productive canker resistant tree is considered to be the most winter hardy in the sweet cherry class. It is one of the earliest to ripen. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 ROOTSTOCK: GISELA Lapins Dwarf This unique, dark mahogany-red cherry is a Van x Stella cross from B.C. Excellent quality fruit is large and highly split resistant with rich full flavour. It has largely replaced the Bing cherry, but ripens two weeks later. The self-fertile tree is a great pollinator for other cherry varieties. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON ROOTSTOCK: GISELA Rainier Dwarf Rainier is a large, golden yellow cherry with an attractive pink blush know for exceptional fine flavour and premium quality. Tree is vigorous and productive, but somewhat less hardy and disease resistant. Ripens mid-season. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 5 ROOTSTOCK: GISELA Royal Ann Dwarf Also known as Napolean, this old French cherry is not as large as most new varieties, but is still considered one of the best for canning, preserves and fresh eating. Firm, creamy yellow fleshed fruit has a beautiful rose blush. It will cross-pollinate with most sweet cherries, even with Montmorency, but not with Bing. Ripens early to mid-season. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4/5 ROOTSTOCK: GISELA Sweetheart Dwarf Produces bright red heart shaped sweet cherries with excellent firmness and a mild flavour. The tree is extremely productive so it requires relentless pruning to avoid smaller fruit size from overcropping. The last sweet cherry of the season. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 ROOTSTOCK: GISELA 21 Standard Sweet Cherry Trees Our full size sweet cherry trees are grafted onto Mazzard rootstock which is the most popular choice for sweet cherries grown in North America. Mazzard produces a meter (25-30 foot) tall tree with a well anchored, fibrous root system making it a good choice for wet and heavy soil. Generally these trees are more vigorous than those grown on Mahaleb especially in poorer soils. Black Pearl An exceptional new early season cherry. The large, dark fruit has great flavour, firm, crunchy texture and shows good crack resistance. The tree is productive, canker resistant and hardy REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY SEASON ROOTSTOCK: MAZZARD Black Tartarian Medium-large, purplish black, heart-shaped fruit has old-fashioned cherry flavour that is exceptionally rich, sweet and full bodied. Although not as large and firm as many newer varieties, it is still unequaled in the taste department, making it a top pick for the home orchard. Vigorous, productive tree has waxy green foliage and may reach 6-9 meters (20-30 feet) in height. It is one of the most cold hardy sweet cherries. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY SEASON ROOTSTOCK: MAZZARD Burgundy Pearl This variety is known for firm crunchy fruit with extra high sugar content. The large, high quality, deep red fruit hangs well on the tree, creating a long picking window and is crack resistant. Ripens a week later than Black Pearl. The tree is also hardy, Productive and resistant to canker. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY SEASON ROOTSTOCK: MAZZARD Lapins Dark red skinned cherry with purplish red flesh that is sweet and has a rich flavour. Can be used as a Bing alternative. An excellent cherry for eating fresh and for baking. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID-SEASON ROOTSTOCK: MAZZARD Tehranivee This very productive tree produces beautiful dark mahogany coloured fruit with dark purple/red flesh. Tehranivee has excellent sweet flavour making it a great choice for fresh eating. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY (SECOND HALF OF JULY) ROOTSTOCK: MAZZARD All varieties of standard sweet cherries are $29 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of standard sweet cherries are combined All varieties of dwarf sweet cherries are $45 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of dwarf sweet cherries are combined

24 Chums Cold Hardy Exotics 22 A mix of cherry and plum (prunus besseyi x prunus salicina), chums combine the best characteristics of both. The fruit is shaped like a cherry but a bit larger, varying in colour from red to dark purple with flesh that is yellow, dark red, or green depending on the variety. Chums are a very cold hardy, disease resistant, late blooming, shrub that can take poor sandy soil, withstand drought and usually bears fruit one year after planting. With clusters of fruit that cover the weeping branches this prolific plant has good commercial potential. Try chums fresh or in preserves or pies. If you re looking for unusual, you ll find it here! Kiwis These vigorous shade loving vines produce a small kiwi (about the size of a large grape) with smooth skin than can be eaten whole without peeling. One male and one female are required for pollination or a minimum of one male to six females. Compass Dark purple-red fruit with juicy, yellow flesh. Excellent for pies, preserves, jellies or canning. Attractive, flowering, shrubby tree grows meters (5-8 feet) tall. Reliable and productive, it is the latest ripening chum (late August to early September). REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE: 3 Convoy Bright, fire engine red fruit with yellow flesh. Convoy is one of the best for fresh eating as well as canning and cooking. Tree form shows plum influence with more upright growth pattern. Can reach meters (10-12 feet) in height. Ripens in early August. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE: 2/3 Manor Dark purple fruit with juicy, dark red-purple flesh. Great for fresh eating as well as canning or cooking. Manor is more of a low, spreading shrub, reaching about meters (5-6 feet) in both height and width. Ripens with Convoy. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE: 2/3 Opata Blue-green fruit with green flesh. Opata makes great pies and preserves, but is also good for fresh eating. Tree form is spreading similar to Manor, but is slightly larger. Ripens early to mid-august. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE: 2/3 Sapalta Reddish purple fruit with very dark red, sweet/tart flesh. Sapalta is one of the best for fresh eating. It makes great jam and is good for canning. Ripens slightly earlier than Compass. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE: 2/3 All varieties of chums are $39 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of chums are combined Arguta Better choice for commercial production because the fruit all ripen at the same time. Argutas will start to fruit five years after planting. ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Kolomitka Hardier than the Argutas, Kolomitkas are slightly smaller and will start to produce fruit two years after planting. ZONE 3 HARVEST: FRUITS FROM MID AUGUST UNTIL MID SEPTEMBER All varieties of kiwis are $19 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of kiwis are combined Medlar Medlar trees with their sweet, soft and delicious apple-like fruit are very rare and quite unique. Their history goes back to medieval times in England and Europe. In the Middle Ages most walled monastery gardens included a number of these craggy but elegant trees. They can be extremely long-lived. A certain medlar tree in England, planted during the reign of King James I in the early 1600s was reportedly still alive and well quite recently! Breda Giant Medium sized fruit with a spicy applesauce flavour and texture. This picturesque variety has somewhat droopy branches. A slower grower, it can eventually read meters (15-20 feet). It is originally from Holland. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: LATE Royal Royal is more upright growing with a rounded form. An attractive, moderate sized tree, it is also very productive. 2.5 cm - 4 cm (1º - 1.5º ) nut brown fruit has cinnamon applesauce flavour. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: LATE All varieties of medlars are $49 each

25 Cold Hardy Exotics Paw Paws Native to Eastern North America, the paw paw is a small tree that produces hanging clusters of oval shaped fruit. Grafted Paw paws are somewhat more consistent and productive than seedlings, but definitely not as cold hardy. The varieties we offer are worth trying in protected areas. Campbell NC-1 (grafted) A hybrid seedling of Davis X Overleese selected by R. Douglas Campbell in Ontario in Produces large and delicious early ripening fruit. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 5 HARVEST: LATE $59 each Taylor 2 (grafted) This early ripening selection was discovered in the wild in Michigan. It bears medium sized flavourful fruit with creamy yellow flesh which keeps well. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR $59 each Shenandoah Paw Paw (grafted) The extra large fruit of this patented Peterson variety can weight close to one pound! Pale green skin covers the delectable creamy yellow custard-like flesh. With its smaller percentage of seeds and a mild sweet flavour, Shenandoah is becoming a popular choice. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR HARVEST: MID TO LATE SEASON $59 each Paw Paw Seedlings Native to Eastern North America, the paw paw is a small tree that produces hanging clusters of delicious oval shaped fruit that have a banana or vanilla custard like flavour. With its large drooping leaves and delicate purple flowers in spring, the pawpaw tree has great ornamental appeal. Paw paws also have few pest or disease problems. Plant in well drained soil and protect from strong winds and grass competition for the first two years. People make all sorts of things with these flavourful fruits from pudding to marmalade, brandy to beer and even custard pie! PLANT 2 FOR POLLINATION ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE $49 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% Paw paws in bloom Persimmons Persimmon trees are beautiful with their bright orange fruit and waxy droopy leaves. The fruit is sweet and slightly tangy. Allow fruit to ripen fully before eating (flesh should be soft). 23 Campbell (Grafted) Produces a firm medium sized oval shaped fruit that has good sweet flavour. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: LATE Meader (Grafted) One of the most cold hardy varieties, Meader produces tomato shaped fruits that are approximately 4 cm (1.5º ) in diameter. These persimmons haven an outstanding, very sweet flavour. The apricot coloured fruit has a red blush and ripens through October. The tree is productive and quite ornamental with a narrow form similar to a pear tree. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: LATE Peiper (Grafted) Produces a medium sized sweet fruit that harvests earlier than our other varieties (late October). SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: LATE All varieties of persimmons are $49 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% Discount applies when different varieties of persimmons are combined Quince These bright yellow fruits have a unique tangy and tropical taste. The fruit is most commonly cooked or made into jams and jellies. We offer hardy European dwarf trees that are highly ornamental with their masses of white flowers in spring. Cooke s Jumbo Bears heavy crops of large yellowishgreen fruit that has firm white sweet-tart flesh. Not usually eaten raw, Cooke' s Jumbo is best for baking, preserves or candying. This is one of the hardiest varieties of quince and will keep for a couple of months in storage. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 5 HARVEST: LATE Giant of Zagreb Bears heavy crops of large yellow fruit that has firm white flesh. Zagreb' s mild flavour is best for baking, jellies or candying. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 5 HARVEST: LATE All varieties of quince are $39 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% Discount applies when different varieties of quince are combined

26 Cold Hardy Exotics Crabapples 24 Baby Shipova SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 This rare and unique variety is similar to the regular Shipova, but is a more compact tree. A cross between a pear and a mountain ash, these hardy trees produce clusters of delectable, yellow-orange, pear-like fruit that have sugar sweet flesh with an exotic aftertaste. Shipovas are slow to start producing but worth the wait! SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE $59 each Crabapple trees with their masses of spring blossoms are mostly sold as ornamental trees but they also provide fruit for us or the birds. These small fruit or crab-apples can make great jelly, juice or cider and will hang on the tree all winter to provide food for winter wildlife. Frozen apples also make great ice-cider Dolgo A tough and hardy heritage variety that is native to Siberia. The Dolgo crabapple boasts masses of white blossoms in the spring. The tart yet flavourful fruit which is very high in pectin is excellent for making jelly. SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 2/3 HARVEST: EARLY Prairie Fire An outstanding ornamental! Prairie Fire' s masses of pinkish-red blossoms give way to young purple leaves that mature to a bronze green. This incredibly disease resistant crabapple produces an abundance of small edible deep red fruit that the birds will adore. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY Profusion This very hardy crabapple is extremely disease and pest resistant. It' s deep red buds form into masses of pink blossoms. New foliage is red which fades into a bronzy green. It' s maroon coloured fruit hang well into winter. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3/4 Snowdrift Masses of white flowers create a snowy effect in the spring followed by orange to red fruit that hangs well into winter. SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 3/4 All varieties of crabapples are $29 each Dolgo

27 Grapes 25 Trollhaugen Petite Jewel Sommerset Grape vines are a versatile landscaping plant that require very little soil space. Vines can be trellised up a wall or be used to cover unsightly poles and old fences. Grapes are easy to grow organically and adapt well to any type of soil even dry rocky hillsides. Cold climate gardeners hesitate to plant grapes for fear of winter kill. We have chosen the best selections for our cold climate. Seedless Grapes Concord Seedless A late variety that produces a deep blue table grape that is very different from the seeded Concord variety. Concord seedless does not have a slip skin like its seeded counterpart and has a slight Muscat flavour. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Montreal Blue A late season variety that produces medium sized dark blue tart table grapes that have a soft seed and mild flavour. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Petite Jewel A very early season red seedless grape that is similar to Swenson Red but ripens 3-4 weeks earlier. Petite Jewel produces tightly packed clusters of small round grapes that have a rich and spicy flavour. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Sommerset A mid-season variety that produces a medium sized grape that has a delicious berry flavour. The grapes are edible once they turn pink but if left to fully ripen to red they become much sweeter and more flavourful. Somerset is very vigorous and quite disease resistant. Great commercial potential. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Sovereign Coronation A mid to late season variety that produces a mild flavoured blue seedless grape that is of average quality. Developed in Canada, Sovereign Coronation is a popular commercial variety. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 Trollhaugen An early season hardy variety that produces small to medium sized blue seedless grapes that are sweet with a mild flavour. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 (worth trying in a colder zone) Vanessa SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 A mid-season red table grape that produces long clusters of very sweet and crunchy grapes that are great for fresh eating. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Blue/Purple Grapes Concord North America' s favorite all purpose grape! Concord can be used as a table, juice or wine grape and makes excellent grape jelly. These vigorous, hardy and productive vines produce medium sized clusters of large dark blue or purple slip skin grapes that are flavorful and highly aromatic with a large seed. Mid-season SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Fredonia A mid to late season dark blue to purple concord type grape that is sweet and juicy and excellent for processing as the grapes do not loose their flavour when they are heated. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 F-130 A very hardy grape similar to Valiant only larger and sweeter. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Green/White/Golden Grapes Prairie Star This French-American hybrid makes very good wine but is also suitable for juice or as a table grape. Medium sized, round, thick skinned grapes hang somewhat loosely on long clusters. Although this variety is very hardy, growers who may experience late frosts should avoid this variety. Good disease resistance. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 Swenson White This very vigorous vine produces fruity white table grapes with only a few seeds. These grapes can also be used for wine. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3/4 Red Grapes Swenson Red A mid to late variety that produces large clusters of big sweet crunchy table grapes with small seeds. Swenson red has good commercial potential. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3/4 All varieties of grapes are $9 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of grapes are combined

28 Nuts 26 Black Walnuts Almonds Chestnuts Hall s Hardy Blooms late making it an idea choice for colder areas. This productive tree produces medium sized nuts with a hard shell and delicious sweet kernels. Because of its profuse pink blooms, this tree is often purchased solely for its ornamental qualities. SELF POLLINATING ZONE 5 $49 each Black Walnuts Once common in North America, the lumber of this native tree is so valuable that most have been cut down and sold. Plant our hardy black walnut trees to add value to your land. PLANT 2 FOR POLLINATION ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE $24 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Butternuts Also known as ẁh ite walnut', this species of walnut is native to the Eastern United States and southeastern Canada. This small to medium sized deciduous tree rarely lives more than years. The butternut is shade intolerant and therefore thrives in open areas. When grown in open conditions they have short trunks with an open spreading crown. Butternuts produce an edible and nutritious nut that is enjoyed by both people and animals alike. PLANT 2 FOR POLLINATION ZONE 4 $24 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Chestnuts Native American chestnuts were once abundant in North America but have been almost entirely wiped out by chestnut blight. Chinese chestnuts are blight resistant so they have been cross-bred with American varieties to produce a tree that is resistant to blight and is very winter hardy. These chestnut crosses produce large sweet nuts that are tastier than imported nuts. We sell the seedlings of these trees. PLANT 2 FOR POLLINATION ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE $24 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Hazelnuts Hazelnuts Pinenuts Canadian hazelnuts were crossed with European filberts to form a new species that is very cold hardy, disease resistant, early maturing and produces large high quality nuts. These small multi-stemmed trees have beautiful dense foliage that is ideal for creating a windbreak or a hedge. Layers Layering is a method of reproducing genetically identical hazelnut trees. We offer several varieties of disease resistant trees that produce large good quality nuts. Geneva A superior variety offering large nut size, high productivity, and total immunity to Eastern filbert blight. The most promising one for commercial production. Trees can reach meters (12-15 feet) in mature height. POLLINATE WITH GRIMO ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: LATE Grimo A good match with Geneva, with even bigger nut size, slightly lower yields and high blight resistance. Tree size is comparable. Commercial producers tend to prune for a simgle trunk, but it makes an ideal hedge if left to grow multi-stemmed. POLLINATE WITH GENEVA ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: LATE Het 1 These extremely hardy new hybrids have good blight resistance and a mid-sized nut with great flavour. Mature height is meters (10-12 feet). POLLINATE WITH HET 3 ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE Het 3 Practically identical to Het 1. POLLINATE WITH HET 1 ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE All varieties of layered hazelnuts are $32 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Discount applies when different varieties of layered hazelnuts are combined Seedling Our superior seedlings were selected for their resistance to disease and their comparable nut quality. Mature height is meters (6-10 feet) PLANT 2 FOR POLLINATION ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE $19 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40%

29 Nuts 27 Pecans Northern pecan trees produce small tubular nuts that are sweeter and tastier than conventional southern pecans. Pecans have a thin shell that easy to crack. These Heartnuts A variety of the Japanese walnut, these heart-shaped nuts open like a locket when tapped on its side easily releasing a kernel that is mild tasting, buttery and slightly sweet, unlike typical walnuts that can have a bitter taste. With its huge fern-like leaves, pendulous catkins and hanging clusters of nuts, the Heartnut tree makes a stunning ornamental. A broad round top tree that can easily grow to be as wide as it is tall, making it an excellent shade tree if you have the space. Mature seedling heartnuts can be over 15 meters (50 feet) wide and tall, yielding over 90 kg (200 pounds) of nuts per tree! Grafted Grafted heartnuts are not as hardy as seedling varieties but are ideal for commercial production because they start producing nuts that have consistent quality within two years. Imshu The Ìm shu' name is a blend of ì mproved' and `S chubert'. It originates from a Korean seedling which was brought home to the US by a soldier who served in the Korean War. This variety is now considered the best, hardiest heartnut with bountiful annual crops of medium sized nuts which ripen in mid-october. POLLINATE WITH CAMPBELL ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: LATE Campbell CW-3 A vigorous, hardy variety selected by R. Douglas Campbell here in Ontario, it is a reliable heavy producer of mid-sized, perfect heart-shaped nuts that ripen a week later than Imshu. POLLINATE WITH IMSHU ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON All varieties of grafted heartnuts are $55 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of grafted heartnuts are combined Seedling Seedlings are more hardy and can take a variety of soil and climate conditions. Seedling varieties will produce comparable nut quality with variable crackability after approximately five years. PLANT 2 FOR POLLINATION ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Grafted Grafted pecans are less hardy than the seedling varieties but do not take as long to produce (5-10 years). Lucas Produces a medium sized nut that cracks well. It is hardy and dependable, but ripens about 10 days later than snaps. For best production, plant at least one of each variety. POLLINATE WITH SNAPS ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: LATE Snaps Snaps earned its name for consistently being the earliest variety to ` snap' open its husk, which is the last step of nut ripening. Nut size is quite small, about the same size as a large hazelnut, but it is the hardiest, most reliable choice for Canadian pecan production. POLLINATE WITH LUCAS ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: LATE All varieties of grafted pecans are $55 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of grafted pecans are combined Seedling Seedling pecans are hardier than the grafted varieties but they take longer to produce (10-15 years). PLANT 2 FOR POLLINATION ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE $35 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Pinenuts The edible seeds from this pine tree are used to make pesto, added to salads, etc. Pine nuts can be difficult to transplant and require shade or a grow tube for the first few years to prevent desiccating in the hot summer sun. We recommend planting your pine nut with a shovel full of soil that comes from underneath a native pine tree to inoculate the roots. Pine nuts take 8 to 10 years to start producing, please be patient it' s well worth the wait! We sell seedlings of the Korean pine nut. PLANT 2 FOR POLLINATION ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE FALL - EARLY WINTER $29 each $35 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25%

30 Nectarines Peaches 28 Semi-Dwarf Nectarines are a close relative to the peach the main difference being that nectarines have smooth skin. Flamin Fury PF 11 SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 This freestone nectarine is extremely prolific, hardy and disease resistant. It is mostly red over a yellow background and has excellent flavour. SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY Hardired This vigorous and productive tree bears sweet and firm nectarines with yellow flesh and skin that is mostly red over yellow. Hardy Red is good for eating fresh, desserts, canning and preserves. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY Harko This reliable producer is probably our most cold hardy nectarine. It has good disease resistance and is a slightly more compact tree. The medium to large fruit has great flavour with juicy, quite firm yellow flesh. Semi-freestone. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY All varieties of semi-dwarf nectarines are $29 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of peaches are combined Also available: EZ PICK nectarines (page 31) and genetic dwarf nectarines (page 37) Harrow Diamond Starfire Peach trees make an outstanding ornamental with showy pink blossoms in spring and shiny green foliage that resembles a rhododendron. The trees require annual pruning to stimulate new growth (peaches are produced only on the new wood). This annual pruning keeps trees small. In colder areas blossoms can freeze in bad winters so we suggest severe pruning to grow peaches as a shrub. Semi-Dwarf Peaches Flamin Fury PF 24C This newer variety from Michigan has earned a reputation for setting heavy crops when other varieties around it were being wiped out by a late spring frost, making it an obvious candidate to try in our less than ideal Canadian settings. It is also large, firm, highly coloured, is resistant to bacterial spot and has excellent flavour. Freestone. SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 4 HARVEST: EARLY Flamin Fury PF 1 This hardy and prolific peach tree is very resistant to brown rot and bacterial spot and is also split pit resistant. Flamin' Fury PF1 bears good quality freestone fruit with firm yellow flesh. Trimmed hard and thined hard, it sizes up well for a very early peach. Ideal for organic growers. SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 4/5 HARVEST: VERY EARLY Harrow Beauty This cold hardy tree produces bright red and yellow freestone fruit. Its flesh is yellow with red around the pit and has excellent flavour. Good for eating fresh, canning or preserves. SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 4/5 HARVEST: MID SEASON Harrow Diamond This cold hardy, productive peach tree is one of the most popular early varieties. Harrow Diamond is a yellow skinned freestone peach that is covered with a red blush. Its yellow flesh is non-browning, juicy and has a moderately sweet flavour. Harrow Diamond is good for eating fresh, canning and preserves. SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 4 HARVEST: EARLY Reliance This very hardy fast growing variety is an excellent choice for regions with a cold winter and spring. Reliance is a freestone yellow skinned peach with a dull red blush. It' s sweet bright yellow flesh is good for eating fresh, canning and freezing. SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY

31 Peaches 29 Semi-Dwarf Peaches cont. Starfire This hardy tree produces a yellow skinned peach that becomes almost completely covered in red. Its sweet yellow flesh is non-browning and it is semi-freestone. The Starfire peach is good for eating fresh, canning or preserves and it handles shipping well. SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY Veteran Originating here in Canada in 1928, Veteran is probably the most reliable peach we have for colder climates. Sets crops when other peach blossoms are killed by frosts. Dull, yellow coloured fruit that is round, medium in size and richly flavoured. Above average for canning and freezing. Easy to peel. Freestone SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 4 HARVEST: EARLY All varieties of semi-dwarf peaches are $29 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Discount applies when different varieties of semi-dwarf peaches are combined Growing Tip: Stop! Do not plant your peach or nectarine tree in that sheltered nook of the south side of your house. Although well meant, this very common mistake is almost certain to doom your new tree. Of course extreme cold is hard on peach trees, but the warm noonday sun on a late winter day is actually worse. A dark tree trunk will warm up considerably but then the temperature drops and the bark refreezes. To avoid this fluctuation, look for a planting site in the winter shade (north side) of a building or group of evergreens. In other words, close enough to the building to be shaded from the low winter sun but far enough back to get full exposure in the summertime when the sun is high. The goal is uniform cold so as not to interrupt dormancy. Peento Peaches Everyone loves these unique, flavourful peaches. Wonderful to eat fresh, right off the tree! They have been grown in China for centuries. Now Canadians are enjoying their exceptionally sweet and juicy white flesh that comes in an unusual donut shape. Galaxy A sweet tasting white fleshed peach with an amusing, flat shape - nicknamed the `Ba gel Peach' because of its shape and large size. Delightful, delicate aromatic light-cream skin accented with a red blush. Semicling stone. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY Saturn Productive and cold hardy, Saturn also holds it' s own as an ornamental tree with masses of pink flowers in the spring followed by medium reddish-orange somewhat flattened freestone fruit. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY Buenos Here' s a new yellow fleshed donut peach with exceptional, sweet flavour. Firm, mid-sized fruit is almost covered with a rosy red blush. The vigorous, upright growing tree is resistant to bacterial spot. Ripens a week earlier than Saturn. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY All varieties of peento peaches are $39 each Some growers white wash the trunks and lower branches of older peach trees in late fall with a cheap interior latex paint to protect from sun damage in winter. Young trees should have trunks wrapped with a light coloured blanket or covering. Also available: EZ PICK peaches (page 31), columnar peaches ( page 36) and genetic dwarf peaches (page 37)

32 Plums These small trees produce fruit in an array of colours and have juicy, honey sweet flesh. Of the thousands of varieties that exist, we have put together a selection of our favorite hardy varieties. Two different varieties are sometimes required for pollination (don t forget for pollination purposes you must choose from the same type for example you need a European plum to pollinate a European plum) and there are self-fertile varieties too! European Plums Damson This prolific plum tree produces bluish purple skinned plums with juicy golden yellow flesh that have a distinctive tart flavour. The Damson plum is ideal for processing (jams, wine, brandy, etc.). Our Damson plums are on superior Krymsk 86 rootstock. This new Russian hybrid rootstock produces mature trees faster, extends the lifespan of a tree, increases fruit size and yield, and can adapt to a broad range of soil types. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: MID SEASON Early Italian A dark purple freestone plum with juicy greenish-yellow flesh. It is great or fresh eating, preserves, drying or canning. Plums ship well. On Krymsk 86 rootstock SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID SEASON New York 9 As a European plum, the New York 9 stands at the head of its class with bright blue skin and firm yellow flesh. It is good for fresh eating but it really shines when used for drying or canning. Freestone with a non-splitting pit. One of the best European plums for black knot resistance, and is a dependable heavy producer in a spreading but compact tree. On Krymsk 86 rootstock REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 Yellow Egg A large oval shaped golden-yellow plum that has a sweet-tart flavour. Yellow egg is a great choice for either fresh eating or canning. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY 30 Japanese & AmericanPlums Brook Gold A medium sized golden yellow freestone plum that is great for eating fresh or canning. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: EARLY Brook Red This vigorous grower produces medium sized dark red plums that are great for fresh eating or canning. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID-SEASON Burgundy (dwarf) One of several self-fertile Japanese plums, Burgundy has medium sized, cherry red fruit with sweet mellow red flesh. Semi-free stone, with a small pit. Very productive and keeps well on the tree. Our Burgundy plum trees are dwarf on Krymsk 1 rootstock. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 Golden Nectar (dwarf) A large yellow dessert plum which is delightful either fresh or dried. Skin is golden amber and thin with a tender texture. Firm, amber flesh has an excellent flavour. Keeps longer at room temperature than most. Our Golden Nectar plum trees are dwarf on Krymsk 1 rootstock. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY La Crescent A hardy fast growing tree that produces a freestone plum that is yellow skinned with a slight red blush. Its yellow flesh is aromatic and sweet making it an ideal plum for fresh eating, preserves, drying or canning. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY Pembina Introduced by N. E. Hanson in South Dakota in 1923, this is still one of the best hardy Prairie varieties. Large, dark red fruit with thick skin, it has delicious, juicy, yellow-orange freestone flesh. Excellent eating quality and also great for canning. Ripens in late August. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: EARLY Red Star SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 Of all of Ken Taylor' s introductions, this one is possibly his most promising variety. This dark red, medium to large plum has sweet, juicy, yellow, freestone flesh. It has proven to be very black knot resistant and productive. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID SEASON $39 each Toka A medium sized red skinned clingstone plum with a beautiful apricot coloured flesh. Its rich flavour earned it the nickname `b ubblegum plum'. Toka is very hardy. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY All varieties of plums are $35 each (unless otherwise specified) Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Discount applies when different varieties of plums are combined

33 EZ Pick Trees Developed with the home orchardist in mind, EZ PICK trees have been started with a very low branching system so that with deliberate pruning you can easily maintain a more manageable tree size ideal for your backyard. EZ Pick Apples EZ Pick Libery Apple Liberty has the distinction of being the most disease resistant variety developed to date. Crisp, juicy, light yellow flesh with sprightly flavour. Good for eating fresh, cooking, canning or desserts. Hardy, vigorous tree sets heavy fruit loads, so it benefits from thinning to ensure larger fruit. Flavour develops further when the apples are left in storage. Will keep for 3-4 months. Very reminiscent of McIntosh, this is the #1 backyard apple tree. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID SEASON ROOTSTOCK: M111 $39 each EZ Pick Mollies Delicious Apple Produces a very large round yellow skinned apple that has an attractive red blush. Mollies Delicious has firm, sweet and juicy yellow flesh with a pleasant flavour. This variety stores well and has good commercial potential. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: M111 $39 each EZ Pick Apricots EZ Pick Chinese Apricot A medium sized golden apricot that is firm and flavourful and has an edible pit. The Chinese apricot is recommended for areas that experience late spring frosts. Also known as Mormon apricot. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: MYROBALAN $39 each EZ Pick Golden Amber Apricot This tree produces large light orange apricots with fine, firm flesh and a melting texture. Golden Amber apricot trees have a prolonged blooming and ripening period which makes this variety ideal for areas that experience late frosts. Progressive ripening is also ideal for home gardeners who do not want to be overwhelmed by too much fruit that ripens all at once. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: Mariana $39 each EZ Pick Golden Harcot Apricot A freestone apricot with golden yellow skin that has a red blush. This tree blooms late and is therefore good for areas that experience late spring frosts. Harcot has firm sweet yellow flesh. It is good for eating fresh, drying and processing. Fruit does not ship well. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: MYROBALAN $39 each EZ Pick Nectarines EZ Pick Snow Queen Nectarine A sweet and juicy early season white fleshed freestone nectarine. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY $39 each EZ Pick Peaches 31 EZ Pick Champagne Peach This productive tree bears very large round peaches with an attractive light red blush. Champagne' s clear white flesh has a smooth melting texture and a very fine sweet flavor. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $39 each EZ Pick Indian Blood Peach SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 Old fashioned Indian peach. Large clingstone fruit with dark crimson skin and flesh. Distinctive tart flavour when fully ripe. resistant to brown rot and bacterial leaf spot. Dependable, heavy producer. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE: 5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $39 each EZ Pick Polly Peach Developed in Iowe around 1920, Polly is still the best white peach for colder climates, withstanding temperatures up to -20C. High-quality, aromatic and juicy, its tender white flesh is covered by white skin with a rich red blush. Freestone. SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 4/5 HARVEST: LATE $39 each EZ Pick Plums EZ Pick Beauty Plum Considered by some to have the richest flavour of all Japanese plums. More reliable and productive than Santa Rosa, this strong, vigorous tree is also self-fertile. Medium to large fruit has reddish-purple skin and amber flesh tinged with red. Like most early varieties it does not keep well. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY $39 each EZ Pick Elephant Heart Plum An old favorite developed by Luther Burbank in It is one of the largest Japanese plums. Heart shapped fruit turns a deep reddish purple when fully ripe. Juicy, blood-red flesh has a rich, distinctive flavour. Ideal for fresh eating, canning or freezing. Vigorous trees is quite hardy, but will benefit from being in a sheltered spot. Freestone. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $39 each EZ Pick Plumcots EZ Pick Plumcot The original plum/apricot hybrid introduced by Luther Burbank. Both the tree form and fruit appearance show the plum influence. The tree itself is much more vigorous and is healthier looking than most apricots. In fact, with its glossy abundant foliage and shrubby form it makes an ideal landscaping specimen. Large, round fruit has melonred blush over yellow skin. Golden yellow, super-juicy, plum-like flesh has a tangy touch of that aromatic apricot flavour. In our opinion, a tree-ripened Plumcot offers a delectable eating experience that is unparalleled in the entire fruit realm! SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: EARLY ROOTSTOCK: Mariana $59 each

34 Landscaping 32 Many ornamental landscaping plants can be replaced by luscious fruit bearing shrubs, trees and vines without sacrificing aesthetics. Most of these plants can be integrated into your yard and will be a joy to both your eyes and your taste buds. Landscaping Shrubs Aronia Berries Native to North America, the Aronia berry (Aronia melanocarpa) is a tough, disease resistant shrub that boasts masses of white flowers in the spring, spectacular red leaves in the fall and bunches of small black berries that hang well into the winter. The berries are packed with antioxidants making it one of the best super fruits with 58% more antioxidant content than blueberries and 90% more than cranberries. The fruit can be used to make jam, juice, wine and tea. Aronia berries are incredibly easy to grow in almost any condition. Dwarf Aronia Berry An attractive compact shrub, dwarf aronias grow to only about 1 meter (3 feet) in height, making them desirable for landscaping applications. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 McKenzie Vigorous, productive and long-lived (25+ years) McKenzie can reach up to 3 meters (10 feet) in height. It adapts well to both understory or open site plantings. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 Viking Commercial growers favour Viking for its high yields and consistent berry size. The flavour packed berries tend to be nearly twice the size of regular Aronias. The bush grows to about 2.5 meters (8 feet) in height. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 All varieties of aronia berries are $19 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 40% Autumn Olive Autumn Olive (elaeagnus umbellata) also know as autumn berry, is a wide spreading shrub that can grow up to 3.5 meters (12 feet) tall. It is not related to the olive but has similar looking grey-green leaves. The pea-sized red berries ripen in late September and are loaded with the antioxidant lycopene which is reported to help protect against prostate and other cancers. With lycopene levels 17 times higher than tomatoes, these berries make very healthy drinks or preserves. Autumn olive bushes are somewhat related to Goumi bushes and boast the same nitrogen fixing abilities. They are hardy and vigorous and will thrive almost anywhere. In fact, they may be best suited to less fertile sites as they tend to thrive with such exuberance that they can crowd out less vigorous plants. Ruby is noted for its larger and particularly sweet red berries. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 HARVEST: LATE SEPTEMBER $19 each Coral Berries This decorative little bush has an extensive root system that sends out suckers for bank stabilization and erosion control on steep slopes. Edible, dry red fruit also know as Ìn dian Currant' hangs all winter to feed wildlife. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 $9 each Goumi (Eleagnus Multiflora) SOLD OUT FOR SPRING 2014 Another useful and attractive landscaping selection. Goumi bushes mature at approximately meters (6-7 feet) in both height and width. The leaves are dark green on the upper side and silvery below which creates a shimmering effect when the foliage is stirred by a light breeze. Small yellow and fuchsia flowers cover the bush in a fragrant haze in late spring followed by long, bright, cherry red fruits that are flecked with silver. The berries are juicy with a very refreshing tart flavour that adds a snap to your jams, pies, etc. Goumi works well as a hedge or as an understory plant in permaculture projects. It will thrive in almost any soil and is noted for its ability to take nitrogen from the air and convert it to a form that plants can use. Sweet Scarlet goumi was selected at the Main Botanical Garden in Kiev, Ukraine is self-pollinating and noted for its very flavourful fruit. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 $19 each

35 Landscaping Shrubs Rosa Rugosa Strangely enough, one of the most beneficial of all landscaping plants is one that is known mostly for its flowers. Rugosa Roses are such nutritional powerhouses that it would take a lengthy article to expound on all the proven benefits. Compared to oranges, rose hips contain 25% more iron, up to 40% more vitamin C, 25% more vitamin A and 28% more calcium. In addition, rose hips are a Image courtesy of Lawyer Nursery rich source of vitamin E, selenium, B complex vitamins, biflavonoids, manganese and pectin. Besides all that, they also contain a high amount of naturally occurring polyphenols which enhance the immune system, eating up cancer cells and free radicals. Herbalists reach for rose hips to treat a whole host of human ailments and infections. Horse lovers will be interested to know some leading veterinarians recommend rose hips for improved blood circulation as well as hoof quality and growth. Imagine all this besides creating luscious landscaping solutions. Top Hat Blueberry 33 Most blueberry plants lend themselves well to container growing, especially the half-height and low bush varieties. In many areas the soil must be amended with peat moss before planting blueberries so why not just grow these popular bushes in a pot! What makes Top Hat such a highly sought after variety is its dense, compact and spherical shape. Imagine a shrub that outclasses most ornamental landscaping plants, and at the same time provides you with generous amounts of large, flavourful berries to garnish your breakfast cereal, add to fruit smoothies or to bake a batch of nutritious blueberry muffins! This globe-shaped shrub reaches no more than 0.5 meters (2 feet) tall and is covered with profuse blooms in spring. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4 1 gallon pot: $12 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% 100+ save 100% (may be combined with any variety of blueberry) 3 gallon pot (ready to start producing): $29 (no quantity discount) Makes a fragrant, colourful and carefree hedge, blooming continuously through the summer. Rugosa roses are extremly hardy, salt tolerant and disease resistant. They are not fussy about soil types and enjoy full sun. We ve selected varieties that are particularly well suited for jam, syrup, soup and tea as well as nibbling on fresh. Alba Large white flowers (5 cm cm / 2º - 3º ) distinguish this hardy variety. Grows meters tall (5-6 feet). ZONE 2 Apple Rose (Rosa Villosa) Noted for its large, fragrant pink flowers and striking red fruit. Not quite as thorny nor quite as hardy. Grows 1-2 meters tall (4-6 feet). ZONE 4 Jubilee Large purplish-red flowers and glossy green foliage adorn this variety. Grows meters tall (4-5 feet). ZONE 2 Rubra This variety is identified by its bright red roses. Grows meters tall (5-6 feet). ZONE 2 All varieties of rosa rugosa are $15 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Image courtesy of Fall Creek Farm & Nursery

36 Landscaping Trees Black Locust A tough, fast growing, thorny tree that adds nitrogen fertilizer to depleted soils. Its hard wood makes great posts (last 50 years) and firewood (black locust will resprout from stump when cut). A very beautiful tree with fern-like foliage and racemes of fragrant, white to pink flowers that make good bee forage. Plant in ditches or slopes to prevent erosion. ZONE 3 $24 each Cornelian Cherries Image courtesy of Lawyer Nursery Inc. This is not a true cherry, belonging rather to the dogwood family. Small fire engine red fruits are considerably tart than regular sour cherries, but can be used for sauces, preserves and syrups, or left for the birds to enjoy. The tree itself offers visual appeal throughout the seasons. Masses of golden yellow blossoms swath the branches for several weeks in early spring followed by satiny green leaves and the striking, glossy red fruit. This large shrub or low branched tree adapts easily to a wide range of conditions and can grow to 3 to 6 meters (10 or 20 feet) depending on soil type or whether in shade or a sunny site. Elegant A Ukrainian variety with bright red, pear-shaped fruit that ripens early. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE $29 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Redstone This European selection is known for its bountiful crops of cherry red fruit that can be used in sauces, preserves and syrups. Its attractive gray-brown, mottled, flaking bark is visually appealing even during the winter months. Masses of early golden blossoms in spring cover this multi-stemmed tree. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE $29 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ save 25% Korean Mountain Ash A spectacular specimen with its fern-like leaves, profuse white flowers and huge clusters of bright orange berries that hang all winter. These edible berries have mouth-puckering taste but are great for flavouring Vodka, vinegars, sauces, etc. and wild life love it! SELF-FERTILE ZONE: 3 $24 each Mulberries 34 Crimson Pointe Flowering Plum As an ornamental tree, Crimson Pointe is truly spectacular. It will also, on occasion, reward you with deep purple, great tasting fruit. Its dense, very narrow columnar shape makes it ideal for tight spaces. It can grow up to 6 meters (20 feet) tall but will only be meters (5-7 feet) wide. Rich merlot-burgundy foliage accents orange-bronze new grown as it emerges, creating a very unique and stunning effect. White blossoms adorn the tree in spring. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 $35 each Image courtesy of L.E. Cooke Co. Contorted Mulberry As a unique edible landscaping addition, it is prized for its gnarled and twisted branches. Slow-growing, it only reaches 2 to 2.5 meters high (6 to 8 feet) and is a moderate producer of tasty, jet-black berries. Can be grown in a container. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 $49 each Teas Weeping Fruiting Mulberry An interesting landscaping selection, it features a dense profussion of slender, weeping branches cascading down almost to the ground. Glossy, dark green foliage turns yellow in fall. Vigorous tree is quite drought tolerant, growing to about 3.5 meters (12 feet) in height. Bears blackberry type fruit for both you and the birds to enjoy. Fruit colour may vary. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4 $49 each

37 Landscaping Trees Ground Cover 35 Almonds Hall s Hardy Blooms late making it an idea choice for colder areas. This productive tree produces medium sized nuts with a hard shell and delicious sweet kernels. Because of its profuse pink blooms, this tree is often purchased solely for its ornamental qualities. SELF POLLINATING ZONE 5 $49 each Willows Even though willows are not a food producing tree, they do serve a special purpose, as they are one of very few trees that actually thrive in damp, poorly drained soil. In fact, in some cases, when planted in a water logged site, they have sucked up enough moisture through their massive root system that the surrounding area became drier and more hospitable to Image courtesy of Lawyer Nursery other plants! Be sure to plant them well away from septic systems or any other underground drainage tile. Golden Curls Distinguished by its golden-yellow upright, spirally twisted branches with wavy leaves that are sought after for use in flower arrangements. It provides a very attractive solution to problematic landscaping sites. ZONE 4 $35 each Scarlet Curls Very similar in growth and form to Golden Curls but has the added feature of scarlet stems. This colourful effect intensifies with the first frost. The unique curly soft-green leaves turn yellow in the fall. ZONE 4 $35 each Yellowhorn Also know as `P opcorn Shrub', Yellowhorn is an extraordinarily beautiful and unusual deciduous tree, with white, showy flowers in spring and handsome, lustrous leaves remaining green until late fall. Outstanding ornamental value. Mature height 7.5 meters (25 feet) Blueberries Brunswick Originally from Nova Scotia, Brunswick is a mid-season low bush variety (0.5 meters tall) that produces a small sky blue berry that has a wild blueberry taste. Brunswick makes an excellent dense ground cover with glossy green leaves changing to crimson and orange fall colours. SELF-FERTILE (but is more productive with a pollinator) ZONE 2 $12 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% 25+ sabe 25% Cranberries Stevens Lowbush Cranberry (Vaccinium Macrocarpon) These low spreading plants produce the traditional or ` true' cranberries found in grocery stores. Also known as bog cranberries, they require rather exacting conditions for commercial production. However, they will produce fruit for the home gardener in moist, acidic, peat moss types of soil. With its delicate evergreen leaves and small pink flowers on a thick mat of slender vines, it makes an attractive ground cover about cm (8-10 inches) high.we selected Stevens for its exceptionally large, deep red berries. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 2 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $9 each Quantity discount: 10+ save 10% Lingonberries Erntesegen The German name means harvest blessing! Erntesegen is recognized as number one for high production with yields up to 30,000 pounds of fruit per acre. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR (PLANT WITH RED PEARL) ZONE 3 Red Pearl We'v e selected Red Pearl for its disease resistance. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR (PLANT WITH ERNTESGEN) ZONE 3 All varieties of lingonberries are $9 each Quantity Discount: 10+ save 10% Strawberries Rosalyne A very hardy ever bearing variety that has stunning pink flowers and produces average sized fruit with good flavour beginning in the spring lasting until the fall. Great for hanging baskets or rock gardens. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 3 1 plant $1.25 each Price per bundle: 25/$25-50/$35-100/$49 ZONE 5 $24 each Image courtesy of Lawyer Nursery Inc.

38 Patio Fruit Trees Great for decks, balconies and small yards, patio trees are dwarf fruit trees that can potted and be left outdoors all year round. Columnar Apples These unusual trees open up intriguing possibilities, especially for urban farmers. With apples growing on short spurs, very close to the trunk, these hardy and disease resistant varieties can be tucked into tight corners where you d never before pictured an apple tree. Try several in containers on your balcony. Consider planting a row of alternating varieties 1 meter (2-3 feet) apart as a section of living fencing. Not only would it define the property line and provide a measure of privacy, but at the same time it would supply both you and your neighbor with baskets of apples for fresh eating, pies and cider! Golden Sentinel Columnar Apple Large, attractive, golden yellow fruit is juicy and sweet. Ripens late September and will keep in storage until January. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $39 each Scarlet Sentinel Columnar Apple Very large greensih-yellow apples are almost entirely covered with a red blush. Crisp, pure white flesh is sweet and flavourful. Good keeper. Is slightly more compact than Golden Sentinel. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE $39 each Super Dwarf Apples Our super dwarf apple trees are grafted onto M27 rootstock which has an extremely dwarfing effect producing a tree that will be no more than meters (5-6 feet) tall at maturity. There are many interesting advantages to growing such a small tree. Not only are they easy to pick they can be grown in incredibly confined spaces including a large patio container. M27 trees mature very quickly, bearing a good crop only 2 years after planting and reach their maximum height after only 3 to 4 years. Unfortunately their root systems are very small, therefore these trees cannot support themselves and will need to be planted with a post whether they are going in the ground or in a container. Small roots also makes for a very thirsty tree so extra watering and a good mulching is required. Akane (Pronounced ah-kah-neh) was introduced from Japan in It is a round, bright red apple with hard, crisp, juicy, white flesh. It has a tart, sprightly flavor resembling Jonathan. Better keeper than most early fall varieties. It tends to start bearing at an early age and is winter hardy. Not only is it scab, mildew and fire blight resistant, but it has the added distinction of being one of the very few self-pollinating apple varieties. If you have room for only one apple tree, this is the obvious winner. Ripening in late August to early September, it makes the perfect lunch box apple to start the school term! SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: EARLY Super Dwarf Apples Cont. Columnar Peaches Crimson Rocket Unique, narrow, upright tree is ideal for smaller backyards, however even some commercial growers plant it for its space saving attributes ( meters / 5-6 feet wide) and high quality fruit. Medium to large sized peaches have excellent colour with form, sweet, yellow flesh. Freestone. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $39 each 36 Chehalis Pronounced she-ha-lis, this yellow apple resembles Golden Delicious in appearance and flavour, but is larger and crisper. Makes a good baking apple with medium-fine textured cream coloured flesh. This highly scab resistant variety is also self-pollinating. Excellent for organic growers who like a big, sweet, yellow apple. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $39 each Honeycrisp With its rich flavour and explosively crisp texture, Honeycrisp has become the #1 best selling apple across North America. This outstanding selection from Minnesota has a yellow background which is almost entirely covered with a red blush. It is excellent for both fresh eating and cooking and stores exceptionally well. Although it is scab resistant and cold hardy, it does have some bitter pit problems that are easier to manage in a commercial setting (foliar calcium sprays are suggested). REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 3 HARVEST: MID SEASON $39 each Liberty Has the distinction of being the most disease resistant variety developed to date. Crisp, juicy, light yellow flesh with sprightly flavour. Good for eating fresh, cooking, canning or desserts. Hardy, vigorous tree sets heavy fruit loads, so it benefits from thinning to ensure larger fruit. Flavour develops further when the apples are left in storage. Will keep for 3-4 months. Very reminiscent of McIntosh, this is the #1 backyard apple tree. REQUIRES A POLLINATOR ZONE 4 HARVEST: LATE $39 each $39 each

39 Patio Fruit Trees Genetic Dwarf Patio Trees Our genetic dwarf patio trees are NOT to be confused with GMO or genetically modified plants. They simply originate from a tree that was naturally small. Equally at home in a container or in a corner of your flower bed, they can provide you with a surprising amount of fresh fruit. Of course, these cute huggable little trees do request slightly more attention than a full-sized one. They are more dependant on you for watering than large trees are. A bit more winter protection is also appreciated. Some folks throw an Image courtesy of L.E. Cooke Co. old blanket over them or wrap in burlap just like you d do an evergreen shrub. Their compact meter (3-5 foot) height makes this nice and easy. Genetic Dwarf Nectarines Golden Prolific The hardiest genetic dwarf nectarine, it has medium to large, juicy yellow fleshed fruit. Revel in the spectacular pink blossoms in spring while looking forward to the rich, sweet taste of tree-ripened nectarines in late summer. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $59 each Image courtesy of L.E. Cooke Co. Genetic Dwarf Peaches Empress It is hard to decide which aspect of this variety deserves the highest praise - the stunning beauty of the Empress in full bloom, or the regal grandeur of late summer foliage bedecked with large, glowing, rosy red-pink ripe fruit! We haven't even mentioned the flavour yet, which is outstanding in its own right! The juicy, yellow flesh is very sweet and obviously delicious. Ripens the earliest of our genetic dwarfs. Available either grafted at ground level or on an 18º trunk making it slightly more like a tiny tree rather than a bush. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $59 each Golden Glory Golden Glory is very aptly named for its large yellow fleshed fruit. The golden skin has an attractive red blush, so again it is gorgeous whether in bloom, or covered with ripe fruit. Flavour is right up there with the best. Of our genetic dwarfs, it is the latest to ripen allowing you to spread out your harvest. Available either grafted at ground level or on an 18º trunk making it slightly more like a tiny tree rather than a bush. SELF-FERTILE ZONE 5 HARVEST: MID-SEASON $59 each Combination Trees All varieties of combination trees are $59 each 37 Tight on space? On a budget? Simply can t decide what varieties to try? Combination trees take several different varieties and graft them conveniently onto one single tree. The different varieties will pollinate with one another and bear fruit at different times allowing for an extended harvest period. 4 in 1 Apple Tree Liberty, Akane, Honeycrisp and Chehalis all grafted onto one tree. SELF-FERTILE (all 4 varieties will pollinate each other) ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: STARTS LATE AUGUST ENDS EARLY OCTOBER 4 in 1 Asian Pear Twentieth Century, Shinko, Shinseiki and Hosui all grafted onto one tree. SELF-FERTILE (all 4 varieties will pollinate each other) ZONE 4/5 HARVEST: STARTS LATE AUGUST ENDS EARLY OCTOBER 4 in 1 plum Hardy hybrid plums - Toka, Brook Red, Brook Gold and Pembina conveniently all grafted onto one tough, dependable Mustang rootstock. SELF-FERTILE (all 4 varieties will pollinate each other) ZONE 3/4 HARVEST: AUGUST THROUGH SEPTEMBER Image courtesy of L.E. Cooke Co.

40 38 Whiffletree Farm & Nursery offers many supplies to get your orchard up and running, and to provide plants with vital protection, growth promotion, and health maintenance. Kwazar Sprayers are durably built with longevity in mind and come in a variety of models and sizes, with attachment options: Mercury Super This sprayer is ideal for homes, small gardens, and flower beds. Creating a fine mist over the plant prevents excessive water splattering. The unique design creates a spray mist both when squeezing the trigger and releasing. 0.5 L: $ L: $13.00 Venus Built to outlast common sprayers, the Venus sprayers are small and handy to use in the home, or vegetable garden. 1 L: $ L: $ L: $35.00 Orion These reliable pressure sprayers are well built with highly durable and chemically resistant materials. Orion sprayers are best used in orchards, horticulture, greenhouses and plant nurseries. 3 L: $ L: $ L: $ L: $84.00 Neptune For a very precise spraying pattern, the Neptune holds a unique design with a pump unit hidden inside to create a constant pressure in the lance. This sprayer hold 2.5 gallons of liquid, and is 100% leak proof. The lance is telescoping to adjust to your preferred length. Standard kits include a set of spare parts and a herbicide nozzle. 15 L:: $ Neptune EL A very quiet and efficient electric sprayer that sprays over 30 gallons on one charge. Worn as a backpack, and well built, it sprays a fine mist that is ideal for foliar feeding plants. Neptune sprayers are built to carry and apply a variety of liquid agents to protect plants from diseases, weeds, or pests. 15 L:: $ ft. Telescopic Lance Attachment for Orion and Neptune Sprayers. $63.00 Herbicide Shield Attachment for Orion and Neptune Sprayers. $14.00 Banana Boom Attachment for Orion and Neptune Sprayers. $ Nozzle Wide Attachment Attachment for Orion and Neptune Sprayers. $33.00 Taking proper prevention measures in protecting your new plants and trees pays off. Here are some of our recommended products: Tree and Plant Guard This guard provides vital protection against thwarting, migrating and crawling caterpillars from climbing, defoliating and possibly killing a newly planted tree. Also protects bark against rodent/ rabbit and mower/ trimmer damage. $8.00 ea. Tree-Mate-0 This versatile tree support offers flexible support in many staking applications, encouraging proper development and stronger trees, in a non-intrusive way. Can be used by home gardeners, nurseries, and landscapers alike. $8.00 ea. White Spiral Tree Guards Protect your plants and trees completely, quickly and inexpensively with plastic tree guards, a spiral tree and plant protector. 30 TALL: $2.00 ea. OR 5/ $8.00 ArborGard+ AG9-4 Guard trees from mower or trimmer damage. These heavy-duty 9" tall Tree Trunk Protectors will provide security on trunk calipers of up to 4". For more mature trees, two or more Protectors will attach with locking tabs. $2.50 ea. OR 5/ $10.00 Plantra Tree Shelters Ensure your seedlings survive against many threats that kill unprotected plants in their first seasons. Plantra Tree Shelters also act like a minigreenhouse to build and grow the whole plant from the roots to stem and shoots. Promotes straight tree growth. Highly recommended for heartnuts, pecans and pawpaws. 3 ft..: $5 5 ft.:7.50 Grow Tube Vine Shelters These two-piece plastic sleeves get your grapes off to a great start. In fact, they have been shown to increase first year plant growth by 150%. It protects the young vines from drying, from structural damage caused by the wind and eliminates training the vine up to the wire. Bottom line- you get grapes sooner. $2.75 ea. 10+: SAVE 10% 25+: SAVE 25% 100+: SAVE 40% Lac Balsam Tree Wound Dressing Ice storm damage? Also known as artificial bark, Lac Balsam is the world s finest tree wound treatment. It provides protection against insect and disease organisms that are attracted to open wounds. Lac Balsam has saved thousands of trees girdled by mice and rabbits. 385 gram tube: $14.00

41 39 WHIFF Deer Deterrent Soap Bar Tie and hang small soap bar onto young plants or trees to deter deer. Use 1-2 bars per tree, lasts one season. 1/2 oz. bars with ties. New formula made specifically for orchards. 10: $ : $ : $ : $ : $ : $ All Purpose Food An organic based, granular fertilizer, recommended for spring application for all garden plants, vegetables, fruits, flowers, trees, shrubs and vines. Great for both new planting and established trees. A light application of this product can really make a difference. The organic content provides a blend of readily available and slow release nutrients, which avoids the possible burn effect of conventional fertilizers. 2 KG: $ KG: $28.50 Starter Food OMRI listed 100% organic, granular plant food containing a mix of organic and naturally occurring minerals. It is a source of readily available and slow release nutrients, trace minerals and organic matter essential to provide a strong boost to plants at early stages of growth or transplantation. Despite the name starter food, it is actually ideal for fall application. The high potassium, low nitrogen content helps build up root reserves in trees and plants for increased winter hardiness. 2 KG: $ KG: $28.50 BioFish BioFish, an OMRI listed liquid fertilizer, contains fish emulsion, plant extracts and natural minerals to enhance efficiency. Use on, flowers, herbs, vegetables, tropicals etc. We suggest using a 1:40 ratio of Bio-Fish and water when planting trees etc. to help establish and enhance new root development. 2 L: 1/ $ / $25.00 Blueberry Booster- Sulfur Humate Product Many home gardeners would love to grow their own blueberries, but hesitate to try because of the plant s special needs. This product is really not a fertilizer, but an earth- friendly sulfur, which by lowering the soil ph, allows the blueberry plant to draw up the nutrients it needs. Simply scattering a handful around every plant each spring before topping up with a fresh coat of mulch goes a long way toward keeping your blueberry plants healthy and green. Blueberry Booster is 80% Bio-Sol 90 ( Elemental Sulfur) and 20% Earth Boost ( Dry Humic Acid) 2 KG BAG: $ KG BAG: $19.00 CALL FOR QUANTITY PRICING FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, WE ALSO STOCK BAGGED COMPOST and BULK WOOD CHIPS. CALL FOR MORE INFO. 30 Bahco Lopping Shears Long-reach professional orchard bypass lopper, also recommended for landscaping. Long and light aluminum handles with long reach for overhead cutting. Specially designed cutting head and forged counter-blade to stand the stress of intensive use. P160-SL-75: $85.00 Felco #2 Professional Hand Shears Strong, solid-forged aluminum-alloy handles have easy-to-grip covers and are nearly unbreakable. Holds sharp blades for long time. $55.00 Freund 2002 Hand Shears Model 2002: Aluminium forged, replaceable blade and hook made of high quality carbon steel, wire cutter, serrated bolt, buffer, with toolholder. Cuts up to 22 mm diameter. $35.00 Whiffletree Farm and Nursery stocks many helpful and informative books to help you run your nursery, orchard, or backyard garden. Here is a compiled list of our most recommended reads: The Grape Grower- A guide to Organic Viticulture LON ROMBOUGH The most comprehensive and useful book to focus on table grapes for the home gardener or small-scale vineyardist. Whether you re just getting started, or already have a hundred vines, this book is an indispensable resource that can literally save you a bunch of time, money, and frustration. With over 40 years of experience, Rombough is the perfect guide to walk you through all aspects of variety evaluating, site preparation, as well as vine pruning and training. The primer and reference book to organic practices that works. Anyone with grapes will benefit. 288 PAGES 8 x 10 Soft Cover $32.00 The Apple Grower MICHAEL PHILLIPS A comprehensive guide for the organic orchardist combining the forgotten wisdom of our greatgrandparents with the best research and techniques available today. This revised and expanded edition is the most complete manual available. Michael Phillips presents everything you need to know about growing apples organically in his warm, readable style. Loaded with diagrams, charts, and lots of colour photos. 343 PAGES 8 x 10 Soft Cover $32.00

42 40 The Holistic Orchard MICHAEL PHILLIPS In this best-selling, new book, Phillips continues on where he left off in The Apple Grower. This book provides all the information needed to create and maintain a thriving orchard with insights into design, choosing varieties, and a step by step instructional calendar for the entire orchard year. Safe, homegrown solutions are offered to pest and disease challenges for numerous pome fruits, stone fruits and berries. A book to inspire beginners as well as provide deeper answers for experienced fruit growers looking for field- tested organic approaches. 432 PAGES 8 x 10 $32.00 Restoration Agriculture MARK SHEPARD In this ground breaking new book, Wisconsin farmer/ author Mark Shepard promotes the radical concept that perennial cropping systems ( chestnuts, apples, hazelnuts, mulberries, currents etc. with pasturing), aside from being more environmentally friendly than annuals ( corn, soybeans), can actually be more efficient and profitable while producing more food per acre. He shakes out some impressive and though-provoking numbers to support his claim. He explores all the various aspects of a healthy ecosystem including keyline design, alley cropping, silvopasture and agraforestry, but more importantly, he relates how he is doing it on his own 106 acre farm. This book will give you a fresh look at alternative possibilities. 330 PAGES 6 x 9 Soft Cover $32.00 Backyard Fruit Production DAVID SCHLABACH Charts, illustrations and easy-to-remember techniques make this a helpful reference. Schlabach s clear, concise style is perfect for those who want the facts without too much reading. The book covers both organic and conventional controls. Includes cultural care for specific fruits from apples and Asian pears to grapes and raspberries. If you appreciate simplicity and common sense, this one is for you! 172 PAGES 7.5 x 9 Soft Cover $15.00 Landscaping with Fruit LEE REICH A complete guide to the luscious possibilities of landscaping with fruiting trees, shrubs, and vines. Includes advice on choosing the right site for your new plants, how to select varieties that are relatively carefree and bear delicious fruit while offering three-season visual appeal, as well as the complete layout plans for five different fruitscapes. With the help of this book, you can integrate plants into your yard that will be a joy to both your eyes and your taste buds. 192 PAGES 9.5 x 10 Soft Cover $20.00 Tree Fruit Field Guide An extensive identification guide to fruit tree diseases, insects, mites and pests. This compact, but very complete, fully coloured reference book is designed to take along to the field or orchard. Conventional spray suggestions are provided, as well as organic management tips. 238 PAGES 5. x 8.5 Spiral Bound $32.00 Fruit Trees in Small Spaces Abundant Harvests from your own Backyard. COLBY EIERMAN If you need a hand to shoehorn your dream orchard into your backyard, this book can be a big help. It includes inspiring ideas for tucking trees into surprisingly small spaces as well as creative recipes for your harvest. Variety selection, pruning, and training, container planting as well as basic pest and disease prevention are covered in this richly illustrated volume, 264 PAGES 8 x 9 Soft Cover $25.00 The Organic Backyard Vineyard- A Step-By-Step Guide to Growing your own Grapes TOM POWERS Whether you have 50 square feet, or one acre or more to plant, this straightforward guide will arm you with all the tools you need to successfully grow organic grapes. Expert Tom Powers walks you through the entire process month by month. He explains everything you need to know- from selecting grape varieties to planting and maintaining your vineyard using organic techniques and finally harvesting your grapes at their peak flavour. 188 PAGES 8 x 9 $20.00 Growing Tasty Tropical Plants- In Any Home, Anywhere LAURELYNN G. MARTIN & BYRON E. MARTIN Fascinated by the idea of growing exotic, edible tropicals in your home, but feel ill prepared to try it? Expert help is here. The authors are co-owners of Logee s Tropical Plants in Connecticut, a business that has been in the family since Decades of experience and family secrets are shared in this practical guide to selecting, caring for and pruning 47 tropical plants that bring beautiful foliage, lovely fragrances and luscious fruits to every climate. Especially valuable is the troubleshooting guide and comprehensive coverage of any possible problems. 160 PAGES 9.5 x 9.5 Soft Cover $20.00 Nut Tree Ontario- A Practical Guide ERNIE GRIMO Here you get the foremost nut growing expert in Ontario to guide you through the pros and cons of all the various possibilities. Contains chapters on the various species and varieties complete with historical background and covers all the practical aspects from tree planting to nut harvesting and processing. A one-of-a-kind book. 127 PAGES 8.5 x 11 Soft Cover $20.00

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