Saskatoons
Available Spring, 2012
SASKATOON BERRY INFORMATION SHEET
RECOMMENDED VARIETIES
JB-30, Martin,
Northline
SOURCES OF PLANTING MATERIAL
I work closely with a local source of Saskatoon plants. Over the past few years, we have discovered that 2 year old plants are the best choice. We have a limited supply available for 2012 so don’t wait to order.
PLANTING TIPS FOR MICHIGAN GROWERS
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Purchase quality plants
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Select larger plants if possible for best survival
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Plant in either Spring or Fall
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Space 10 feet(between rows) X 4 feet(in row) for U-Pick
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Space 18 feet X 4 feet for mechanical harvest
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Keep well watered/trickle irrigation is encouraged
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Test soil for pH and nutrients(pH range from 6.0 – 7.0)
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Nitrogen is critical
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Do not require low pH like blueberries
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Plant as deep as possible for best stem development
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Keep weed free
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Protect from deer
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Protect from wooly elm aphids with orthene the first couple of years
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Protect from insect and diseases(contact us for spray programs)
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Minimal establishment pruning
WEED CONTROL
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Hand weed the first year is best
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Fall application of granular casoron on established plants
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Application of Poast(grass killer) as needed
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Careful use of Roundup as needed
DISEASES
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Entomosporium leaf spot, juniper rust, and mildew
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Materials to use: Abound, Orbit and Surround
INSECTS
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Apple curculio, rose chafers, and Saskatoon sawfly
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Materials to use: Provado and Assail
MARKETING
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U-pick(up to 2 acres)
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Mechanical harvest(10 acres +)
USES
Fresh, jams, pies, juices, wines, IQF, Syrups, dried, candies
CONTACT L&S WITH QUESTIONS OR TO ORDER PLANTS.
