Growing Uncommon Fruits with Lee Reich

Growing Uncommon Fruits with Lee Reich

Author: Susan Poizner, OrchardPeople.com March 26, 2019 Duration: 49:25

Lee Reich, PhD. author of Uncommon Fruits for Every Garden, shares some of the interesting fruits he grows on what he calls his "farmden" (which he says is more than a garden, and less than a farm) in New York state.

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  • (00:00) - Introduction: Starting a Community Orchard
  • (01:28) - Guest Introduction: Lee Reich
  • (01:59) - Lee's Farmden: More Than a Garden
  • (03:35) - Experimenting with Uncommon Fruits
  • (05:30) - Nanking Cherry: A Resilient Fruit
  • (09:01) - Lee's Educational Journey
  • (14:14) - Aronia Berries: Not a Fan Favorite
  • (16:43) - Shipovas: The Rare Hybrid Fruit
  • (22:07) - Maypops: The Hardy Passion Fruit
  • (25:01) - Supporting Passion Vines
  • (25:26) - Harvesting Passion Fruit
  • (26:23) - Listener Questions: Passionflower and Pawpaw
  • (28:35) - Growing Fruit Trees in Containers
  • (30:09) - Community Orchards and Easy-to-Grow Fruits
  • (34:00) - Uncommon Fruits and Their Unique Characteristics
  • (37:03) - Medlar: The Medieval Fruit
  • (40:43) - Fruits for Zone 7b and Xeriscaping
  • (45:43) - Final Thoughts and Farewell

Imagine stepping into your own backyard and picking a perfect, sun-warmed apple from a tree you nurtured yourself. That tangible connection to the land and the deep satisfaction of growing your own food is at the heart of Orchard People. Hosted by fruit tree care educator Susan Poizner, this podcast digs into the practical and often surprising world of cultivating fruit trees, whether you have a few pots on a balcony or several acres to explore. Each episode feels like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable friend, as Susan and her guests unpack the nuances of pruning for better harvests, managing pests without harsh chemicals, and understanding the life beneath our feet through soil health. You’ll hear from specialists on topics like grafting heirloom varieties, designing resilient food forests, and integrating permaculture principles into any space. It’s more than just tips and tricks; it’s about building confidence and community around sustainable growing. Tune in to this garden-focused podcast for grounded advice that helps both new and experienced growers foster healthier trees and more abundant yields, season after season.
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