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< Back Apple - 'SnowSweet' Apple Tree Thriving in cold northern climates, 'SnowSweet' is a hardy plant that produces an abundance of delicious fruit. As a fairly new cultivar, it's mild sweet-tart, buttery flavor with rich overtones is gaining popularity for this tree. The snowy white flesh of the fruit is also ideal because it is very slow to oxidize and turn brown after cutting making it a favorite on the dinner table both fresh and as applesauce. The tree's unique open, drooping arrangement with modestly vigorous growth makes the 'SnowSweet' apple tree an appealing piece of interest in the home garden or landscape. SnowSweet' is one of many excellent apple trees developed by the University of Minnesota and sits at a zone 4a on the USDA Hardiness map. It grows to be about 12-15 feet tall and wide at maturity making it the perfect smaller fruit tree. It requires moist, well-drained, mulched soil and full sunlight. It displays average to above average resistance to scab and above average resistance to fireblight. It requires a pollinator and could be paired with 'Cortland', 'Dolgo', 'Freedom', 'Frostbite', 'Fuji', 'Gala', 'Ginger Gold', 'Golden Delicious', 'Haralson', 'Honeycrisp', 'Jonathon', 'Keepsake', 'Lady', 'McIntocsh', 'Pixie Crunch', 'Sweet Sixteen', and 'Wealthy'. Previous Next

< Back Honeyberry (Haskap) - 'Beast' Honeyberry Honeyberries (Haskaps) are a lesser known berry that produce small, elongated blue fruit resembling blueberries. Native to Eastern Russia, this fruit ripens in early summer, but may not be ready to pick for 2-3 weeks after turning blue while the flavor becomes established. Honeyberries are tart when picked too early, but develop more sweetness as they ripen over time, although they still retain tart undertones even when completely ripe. They can have a fairly complex flavor consisting of tones reminiscent of other berries – such as strawberry, blueberry, or raspberry – that complement their own unique flavor. Uses include pastries, jam, juice, wine, ice cream, cake, and yogurt. Easily grown in zones 1-8. Pointed, somewhat pear shaped fruit is easily seen on bushes when it is formed and ripening in late June through early August. Some varieties will turn dark purple inside when they are fully ripe, while others will remain green. Mature berries can hang on the bush for 1 to 2 months in cool summer climates before they become overripe. Smaller berries may dehydrate before then. Honeyberries require minimal effort to manage with very few pests and problems. They are mostly disease resistant, extraordinarily cold hardy (down to -53°F), and full of nutritional benefits including Vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, C, and E. They also contains fiber, protein, potassium, calcium, sodium, zinc, copper, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, and iron. It is claimed that they even have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, are good for vision, prevent colon cancer, and improve cardiovascular health. Honeyberries ripen around the same time as strawberries and their hardy blooms withstand some of the most unstable climates. Plants within the genus Lonicera are referred to as honeysuckle, where the name 'honeyberry' is derived. Bush height is around 5-6 feet tall and width tends to stay around five feet. High mildew resistance. Space no less than 5 feet apart unless you are creating a hedge in which you should plant them only 3 feet apart. To prevent sunburn, allow for full sun of at least 6 hours in the morning, but protect from strong afternoon/evening sun or provide shade cloth. Honeyberries prefer well-drained soils with high organic matter content and tolerate a pH range of 5-7 (preferred), 4.5-8 (acceptable), up to 8.5 (tolerable). Water well for the first 3 years, always water before you see signs of wilting. Continue to water as needed through the summer, but discontinue in the fall to promote occurrence of dormancy. Fertilize if necessary and control weeds, insects, diseases and birds. Prune late winter to early spring and thin out bushes when they become too dense. Protect plants from the impacts of direct winds with windbreaks. Pests may include leafrollers (Omnivorous Leafroller) and the main disease to watch for would be powdery mildew Start fruiting one year after planting but start producing kilos per bush after 4 years. Berries can be shaken off at harvest time. Potential yield is 3 to 7 kilos (6.6 - 15.4 lb.) per bush after 5 years. Berries can store for a couple of weeks. Requires cross-pollination with another variety of Honeyberry that have the same bloom period. Cross 'Aurora' with 'Borealis' and 'Beauty' with 'Beast'. Previous Next

< Back Apple - 'Goodland' Apple Tree Goodland' is a sweet, early apple, ready to harvest in late summer to early fall. It's large, light green/blush red fruit has a mild, aromatic flavor and is typically used for fresh eating, cooking, and applesauce. The clusters of lightly-scented white flowers with shell pink overtones emerge in spring with beautiful green foliage that turns yellow in the fall making this small tree an excellent ornamental choice as well. Goodland' Apple tree does well in colder climates as low as zone 3. It grows at a medium rate to a height around 20 feet and a spread of about 15-20 feet as well. The canopy sits four feet above the ground and this tree would be suitable for planting under power lines. It typically lives 50 years or more and needs a pollinator of another apple/crabapple variety to produce fruit. It should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH and is highly tolerant of urban pollution. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid that will even thrive in inner city environments. Best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. Previous Next

< Back Crabapple (MALUS PRAIRIEFIRE) - 'Prairiefire' This highly regarded accent tree is smothered in a blanket of rich fuschia flowers in mid spring which emerge from red flower buds before the leaves come on. The show of floral beauty is further enhanced by the glossy dark red leaves that follow and beautiful, smooth burgundy bark of ‘Prairiefire’. Leaves then transition to a dark green with reddish tinge as spring fades into summer and small purple fruit forms and persists into late fall on this upright, ornamental tree. Fall changes the leaves into lovely shades of yellow-orange. 'Prairiefire' is also noted for excellent resistance to scab and other disease. The beautiful and popular crabapple 'Prairiefire' grows to a mature height of 15 feet and width of 15 feet. It is cold hardy to USDA Hardiness zone 4. Like other crabs, it needs full sunlight and well-drained soil. It prefers average to moist soil conditions and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. Ideally, it does best in acidic loams, but adapts to a wide range of soils and is not excessively particular to soil type or pH. Furthermore, it is highly tolerant of urban pollution and somewhat drought tolerant once established. lt has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more. Crabapples need occasional maintenance so prune in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. DO NOT prune in spring when it will provide open cuts where fireblight bacterium can reside. 'Prairifire' reportedly has high disease resistance. In general, however, crabapples can be affected by scab, fire blight, rusts, leaf spot and powdery mildew. Potential insect pests are of lesser concern and include tent caterpillars, aphids, Japanese beetles, borers and scale. Spider mites may occur. Previous Next

< Back Ornamental Pear (PYRUS USSURIENSIS BAILFROST) - 'Mountain Frost Pear' A hardy, flowering ornamental pear, Pyrus ussuriensis ‘Bailfrost’ MOUNTAIN FROST® PEAR has a nice, vigorous, upright oval growth habit. Profuse white flowers in spring, sparse fruit production, glossy-dark green foliage, and good burgundy fall color make this an outstanding and hardy ornamental tree. A Bailey Nurseries introduction. Reaching a height of 25 feet and width of 20 feet, 'Mountain Frost Pear' claims to be the hardiest of the ornamental pears. It is rated at USDA Hardiness Zone 3 and is very resistant to fireblight. When selecting a planting site, be sure that it will receive full sun and well-drained soil. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to the soil type or pH and is highly tolerant of urban pollution. This dense, deciduous tree has a strong central leader and distinctive, refined pyramidal form making it a lovely accent shade tree or used in a combination planting grouped with one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs. Best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and should NOT be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 70 years or more. Previous Next

< Back Crabapple (MALUS STARLITE) - ‘Starlite' Covered in glorious clusters of fragrant white flowers along its branches in mid-spring, 'Starlite' Flowering Crabapple has a significant presence in the landscape. Its blooms emerge from distinctive red flower buds before the dark green, glossy leaves fill in. With vibrant yellow fall color and showy red pomes carried in abundance from early to late fall and persist into winter, this is at least a three season interest tree! Reaching 20 feet tall and 15-20 feet wide at maturity, 'Starlite' makes an excellent landscape accent and shade tree. Incredibly cold hardy to USDA Hardiness zone 2, this tree is also adaptable to a wide range of soils and pH. However, it requires full sunlight and should not be allowed to dry out; should be irrigated consistently to keep the soil conditions average to moist. Select a planting site with well-drained soil. Tolerant of urban pollution with a medium growth rate. Like most crabapples, occasional pruning and maintenance is required. Suckers should be removed in summer, but pruning should be done in late winter after the the threat of extreme cold has passed. It is a good choice for attracting birds to your yard. It has no significant negative characteristics. Its canopy is low - clearing the ground about 3 feet high - and it is a tree that could be planted near power lines. Previous Next

< Back Apple - 'Red Wealthy' Apple Tree Heirloom apple with a juicy, sweet-tart flavor laced with notes of honey and raspberry perfect for fresh eating or cooking. It's soft yellow-green skin turns to a pink-red blush that radiates up the fruit from the bottom making it a beautiful apple as well. Super cold hardy tree that produces an abundance of fragrant pink/white blooms in spring and holds them for a greater than average period of time making this tree an excellent pollinator. An early season picker, the 'Red Wealthy' apple is the perfect choice for an ornamental centerpiece in a garden or edible landscape. This cold hardy tree should be grown in zones 4-7 as it requires at least 1,000 chill hours. It is widely adaptable to soil conditions and cold climates. By nature, it is a smaller variety standing at 12-15 feet tall and wide. Like all apples, it requires full sunlight, moist, well-drained soil, and another variety for pollination. Pair with 'Cortland', 'Dolgo', 'Freedom', 'Frostbite', 'Fuji', 'Gala' 'Ginger Gold', 'Golden Delicious', 'Granny Smith', 'Honeycrisp', 'Jonathon', 'Keepsake', 'Lady', 'McIntosh', 'Pixie Crunch', 'Red Rome', 'Snowsweet', and 'Sweet Sixteen'. Mulching around the base of trees with shredded bark is best practice for moisture retention, weed suppression, and adding organic matter to the soil over time. Previous Next

< Back Apple - 'Honeygold' Semi-Dwarf Apple Tree Similar taste to 'Golden Delicious' but with a hint of honey, the 'Honeygold' apple is juicy and delightful for fresh-eating, salads, and cooking. A cold-hardy tree excellent in northern climates that bears pinkish-white blooms in spring that mature to medium to large size fruit in summer. Honeygold' boasts hardiness to zone 3 tolerating temperatures down to -50 degrees Farenheit. Trees bear fruit between 2-3 years after planting. Growth rate is moderate and trees reach 12-16 feet tall and wide. 'Honeygold' needs moist, well-drained soil in full sunlight. This tree does not like to have wet feet, though, so be sure to plant in areas that don't experience pooling of water. As is true for apple trees in general, be sure to provide adequate drainage. Disease-resistant and hardy against apple-scab. Requires another variety of apple/crabapple tree for pollination. Could be paired with 'Granny Smith', 'Honeycrisp', 'Fuji', 'Red Delicious', 'McIntosh'. Fruit ripens in late September and can be stored for 2-3 months. Previous Next

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< Back Honeylocust (GLEDITSIA TRIACANTHOS INERMIS) - 'Prairie Silk' Prairie Silk® Honeylocust is a uniquely hardy selection from Manitoba exhibiting good rounded form with bright green foliage. The strong horizontally-tiered branching gives this cultivar a good resistance to wind damage. Does not form pods. Maintains attractive bright green foliage during the summer months changing to golden-yellow in the fall. The bi-pinnately and pinnately compound foliage is reminiscent of fern leaves and provides a light, filtered shade. Deer tend to leave honeylocusts alone and they are highly adaptable, tolerant, and reliable. 'Prairie Silk’ grows around 45 feet tall and 35 feet wide and is considered to be one of the very hardiest Honeylocust varieties and is cold hardy to USDA Hardiness zone 3. Also known as 'Dursan' Honeylocust, 'Prairie Silk' requires full sun and well-drained soils. It is very adaptable to pH and tolerant of more alkali soils. Has shown good drought tolerance, urban tolerance, and has very little leaf litter in the fall making clean up easier than most shade trees with larger leaves. Makes an excellent specimen shade tree in the landscape and is unique enough as a stand alone or to offset other textures and shapes of trees. Best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. It has a high canopy with a typical clearance of 7 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. As it matures, the lower branches of this tree can be strategically removed to create a high enough canopy to support unobstructed human traffic underneath. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 70 years or more. Previous Next

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