The Balaton Tart Cherry originated in Hungary in 1970 and was introduced to the U.S. market in 1984. It's fruit is known for being a beautiful dark burgundy with a sweet-tart flavor. This variety is not as cold hardy as some tart cherry varieties but can be planted confidently in Michigan. Also while this variety is self-fertile it produces exceptionally well when planted in the vicinity of sweet cherry varieties.
Concord Grapes (Seedless)
Regular price
$17.00
Self Pollinating
The Concord Grape was first developed in 1849 in Concord, Massachusetts by Emphraim Wales Bull, being introduced to market in 1854. Dr.Thomas Bramwell Welch developed the first Concord Grape juice in 1869. Grapes have the best survivability if planted during the dormant season. Concord grapes are cold hardy and easy to grow. They start producing fruit at about 3 to 4 years and the same plants can continue to produce for well over 50 years. These grapes are self-fertile. The vines do get heavy from the fruit so staking them or letting them grow on a fence or trellises works well.
The Latham Raspberry was developed in Minnesota in 1921 making it a very cold hardy variety. The canes are nearly thornless and can grow up to 10ft tall with a 10ft spread.
Mary Washington Asparagus
Regular price
$9.00
Martha Washington is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. They will grow up to 9 ¾ inches tall and spread about 1 ½ feet. They prefer full sun. Harvest is usually mid spring. Do not harvest the first year after planting — wait until the second year. Keep clear of weeds and do not disturb roots. May be “hilled up” with compost or mulch in spring to blanch the spears. Most common pest is the asparagus beetle, which may be discouraged if tomatoes are planted nearby.
Nova Spy Apple
Regular price
$22.00
Malus domestica
Nova Spy is an Improved version of the popular Northern Spy variety that was developed in Nova Scotia in the 1980's. One of Nova's most desirable traits is that it fruits in just 3-5 years compared to it's cousin which can take 10.
Rhubarb (Canada Red)
Regular price
$12.00
Rhubarb needs an open, sunny spot. Rhubarb does need a cold period before it will start to put on new growth in spring, however hard frosts may damage the newly emerging growth, so try not to plant in a frost pocket if you can. Prepare the bed well by removing weeds and digging in composted manure, and plant the crowns at intervals of 75cm - 1m, making sure the dormant buds are just below the surface of the soil. Keep watered well and in spring apply a dressing of composted manure, making sure you avoid covering the crown of the plant. You should also remove any flowering stalks which appear. In the second year, you may start to harvest some of the stems, but restrict yourself to between a third and a half of the total crop, leaving the rest to mature on the plant.
The Seckel Pear is small, very sweet variety believed to be named after the Pennsylvanian farmer who discovered it in the 18th century. It was grown by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello and was one of his favorite fruits. The Seckel pear produces best when paired with another variety.
