How to Grow Haskaps with Don Northcott

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

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

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

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• (00:00) - Introduction to the Urban Forestry Radio Show
• (01:34) - Susan's Gardening Dreams and Challenges
• (02:24) - Introducing Haskaps with Don Northcott
• (03:49) - The Origins and Biology of Haskaps
• (06:44) - Cultivating Haskaps: Tips and Tricks
• (15:47) - Haskaps in Different Climates
• (24:37) - Protecting Haskaps from Pests
• (29:17) - Future of Haskaps in the Market
• (30:14) - Delicious Haskap Berry Treats
• (30:49) - Growing Haskap Berries: Requirements and Varieties
• (32:12) - Combining Edible and Ornamental Plants
• (33:12) - Pruning and Maintenance Tips
• (33:33) - Exciting Developments in Haskap Breeding
• (34:35) - Community Orchard Network Introduction
• (37:09) - The Journey of Planting a Community Orchard
• (39:07) - The Sharing Farm Orchard: A Case Study
• (45:28) - Challenges and Adaptations in Orchard Management
• (50:39) - The Role of Farm Schools in Orchard Management
• (53:53) - The Rewards of Growing Fruit Trees
• (57:28) - Scaling Up Orchard Management
• (59:32) - Final Thoughts and Farewell