Berry bushes

1 Goji plant: 2 years old - ready to flower = bear fruit

Current height 10-30 cm

Raised in Swedish climate

Common name: Goji Berry, Wolfberry, Matrimony Vine, Chinese Boxthorn, Himalayan/Tibetan Goji
Scientific name: Lycium barbarum
Family: Solanaceae

Plant history & use:

Goji berries are one of the most popular superfoods on the market and they are often used in muesli, smoothies, salads and bread or simply eaten as they are. The reason for its popularity is probably because the goji berry is one of the most nutrient-dense berries available. It is rich in vitamins and minerals as well as omega-3 and antioxidants. The goji berry also has a particularly high protein content of 10g per 100g, which is very unusual among fruits and berries. The taste is sweet with hints of cranberry and cherry. The berries are usually dried before use.

The red goji berry is richer in carotenoids than the black goji berry, while the black one is richer in antioxidants.

The root is used in herbal medicine for its liver cleansing properties.

In Asia the leaves are cooked in stews and soups or made into tea.

Cultivation:

Goji grows wild in Asia and since it was brought into Europe it has also started to spread itself naturally here. The plant is a deciduous shrub that usually grows 80-200 cm high.

The goji plant is very easy to care for and it is tolerant for both salt and wind. For this reason it is often planted as a soil binder as a barrier along the beachside in costal regions. It thrives well in both sun and partial shade, this is an adaptable plant!

The Goji berry can be grown in all of Europe. 

Sowing:

The seeds are sown indoors in moist soil, outdoors in pots or in the open field. Optimal germination temperature is around 20-25 ºC . It can take 3-4 months for the newly germinated plants to get ready for transplanting, so it is recommended that you sow early in the year. Then you have a good chance of harvesting already the same year.

Characteristics:

Lifespan: Perennial
Location: Sun / Partial shade
Height: 1-3 meters
USDA Zone: 3-10

1st plant Butterfly vine: 2 years old - current height 40-80 cm

Common names: Butterfly vine, Schisandra berry, Lemon vine, Magnolia Berry, Wu Wei Zi
Scientific name: Schisandra chinensis
Family: Schisandraceae

Plant history & use:

'Sadova No. 1' is a self-pollinating variety - only one individual is needed for fruiting.

Schisandra berries - 'The berries of five flavors', originating in the regions around northeastern China, Korea, eastern Russia and northern Japan, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for over 2000 years. Recently, the berry has also begun to gain attention in the West. The name comes from the reputation that the berries possess all of the following flavors: sweetness , sourness , saltiness , bitterness and spice . The taste is described as good, if peculiar.

The orange-red berries grow in grape-like clusters and are usually sun-dried after harvest.

Schisandra berries, like goji berries, have a very high nutritional content in relation to their weight. The berry contains the antioxidant glutathione, which, among other things, promotes the body's recovery after physical exertion. Glutathione is also necessary for other antioxidants in the body to function. Schisandra berries are often referred to as a "super berry", like goji berries and others.

Schisandra berries are considered adaptogens, and therefore have the ability to help the body adapt under various stressful circumstances in the form of heat, cold, physical exertion and mental stress. Studies have also been conducted that have shown that consuming the berries has led to improved fine motor skills as well as increased concentration, endurance and better functioning reflexes. For the following reasons, Schisandra berries are a popular supplement among athletes, and their use as such is particularly widespread in Russia and Asia.

Schisandra berries are also said to have a positive effect on vision. They are also thought to be able to strengthen resistance to viral infections such as colds and flu.

As with most "superberries", the benefits seem almost 'endless' - after all, there are studies that back up these claims, while a few other studies have not achieved the same results. It should be up to each individual to try it, to truly determine how it affects or does not affect. There is a lot to read about these alleged benefits for those interested.

In the East, the berries are used as medicine, in wine production, and for juices and teas.

You can use Schisandra berries in a similar way to dried cranberries: for example, topping overnight oats, adding to porridge, in raw food balls, making juice, smoothies, etc.

Have seen widespread uses for Schisandra berries: as an ingredient in Kombucha brews and in punch, Schisandra syrup and cakes baked with Schisandra powder. Jelly cooked on the berries should be an interesting delicacy.

Schisandra berries are very suitable (and increasingly well-known) to take with you on hikes as the berries are both nutrient-dense, energy-rich and have performance-enhancing properties.

Pleasantly fragrant creamy white flowers in early summer. They The glowing orange-red berries in front of the yellowing foliage create a beautiful impression. in the garden during the fall. The berries even hang on after the vine has shed its leaves.

Culture:

A climbing plant that is well suited to growing against a trellis, pergola or, for example, a tree trunk in forest gardens.

Shade tolerant - able to grow against a north wall and still produce good berries. For optimal growth, a location in partial shade is probably best.

Not resistant to excessive heat, too much direct sunlight or drought.

Use a well-drained, moisture-retaining soil.

Berries ripen in September.

Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing conditions: partial shade / shade
Height: up to 8 meters
Growing zone: 1-4

1st plant Minikiwi 'Issai': 2 years old - current height 80-100 cm

The picture is just an example, this batch of plants is taller and stronger.

Common names: Minikiwi 'Issai', Gooseberry Actinidia, Hardy Kiwi
Scientific name: Actinidia arguta x polygama
Family: Actinidiaceae

Plant history & use:

Minikiwi is a perennial climbing plant that originates in Japan, Korea and northern China. It is a hardy Kiwi variety that can grow and produce good fruit outdoors in our climate. The fruits are small and hairless, and are eaten with the skin on, unlike the hairy kiwifruit we are used to buying in stores.

The variety 'Issai' is a Japanese hybrid between a Minikiwi from Russia/China (Actinida arguta) and a Climbing Actinidian (Actinidia polygama). The combination resulted in a tasty, very hardy and vigorous Kiwi variety that is excellent for growing in our Nordic climate.

'Issai' is self-fertile and produces small green, smooth fruits that are about 3 cm in diameter.

The fruits ripen in September and have a green flesh with a fresh and sweet-sour taste, similar to the "regular" kiwi.

The fruits are a rich source of vitamin C (up to 5 times more than blackcurrants, for example) and can be eaten straight from the plant without peeling. The fruits can also be used to make jam.

In Korea, young leaves are used in a vegetable dish called namul.

Culture:

Mini kiwi 'Issai' is a hardy variety that can withstand temperatures down to -30 ℃ . It has a winding growth habit and can grow up to 3-4 meters high. Some type of climbing support is necessary, such as a trellis, wall or pergola. If you want to grow in a forest garden, it works great to let Minikiwn grow against a tree trunk - Just try to make sure there is reasonably good light entering the plant.

In June, 'Issai' blooms with small, fragrant white flowers that then turn into tasty, smooth small fruits. The summer green leaves turn a beautiful yellow in the fall.

The mini kiwi thrives best in a sunny, warm and sheltered location. The optimal growing location is in a greenhouse, against a wall or a trellis. However, it also does well outside the greenhouse and in shadier environments - but for best fruit production, the plant should at least be provided with good light and wind protection.

Plant Minikiwi in a nutrient-rich, well-drained and moisture-retaining soil. If you want to fertilize, it should be done with, for example, blueberry fertilizer, as Minikiwi thrives best in a slightly acidic pH. Natural fertilizer and compost also work well.

Although 'Issai' is self-fertile, it is advantageous to co-plant it with a male plant (within the same genus: Actinidia spp. ) to promote fruit production. It may take a couple of years before the plant starts producing fruit. An established plant can produce large quantities of fruit per year, around 25kg per plant and in some cases more.

It is advantageous to grow against a trellis to get good air circulation and more sunlight for the fruits.

Pruning when trellising:

• The first year of planting, it is a good idea to let the plant start to take shape in 1-3 main stems. Top your main stem(s) at the end of the season to make them stronger next year.
• The second year you top the main shoots that come from the main trunks again. The side branches, or long shoots, then begin to develop. You should stick to a maximum of 4 long shoots per main trunk.
• In the third year, the long shoots should also be shortened to 1-1.5 meters. At this time, flowers often begin to form around the first few centimeters of the side branches, which then turn into fine fruits.
• In the following years, year by year, you select the best side branches/long shoots on your plant. Cut away the other emerging branches. In this way, you have formed a star-shaped branch attachment, a collar, which supports the rest of the plant with fruits.
• Do not leave too many side branches as this will result in a dense plant with fewer fruits. By topping emerging herbaceous branches during the summer you allow more sunlight and air to reach the fruits, which will benefit their growth.
• Any pruning of woody plant parts is done in late autumn/early winter to avoid bleeding.

Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun
Height: 3-4 m
Growing zone: 1-5

1 plant Strawberry Raspberry: 2 years old - ready to flower = bear fruit

Current height 20-40 cm

Common names: Strawberry Raspberry, Balloon Berry
Scientific name: Rubus illecebrosus
Family: Rosaceae

Plant history & use:

The strawberry raspberry originates from Japan and is part of the same genus as our common raspberry ( Rubus idaeus ), but has an appearance similar to a strawberry.

The taste is reminiscent of the mulberry. Suitable for making jam. You can also eat the berries as they are. However, the berries are considered to develop more flavor when cooked.

Culture:

Lightly cultivated. Thrives in a sunny location. Grows well in most soils, but if you want a good harvest, a nutrient-rich soil should be used.

Spreads easily via root shoots and forms a ground-covering habit.

Self-pollinating.

Characteristics:

Age: Perennial
Plant position: sun/part shade
Height: 50-100 cm
Growing zone: 1-5

1 Cherry Dogwood: 3 years old - current height 50-70 cm

Common name : Cornelian Cherry, Cherry Dogwood, Cornelian Cherry Dogwood
Scientific name : Cornus mas
Family : Cornaceae

Plant history & use:

We [Trädgårdsdags] like to refer to the Cherry Dogwood as Europe's (yellow-coloured) counterpart to Sakura - the Japanese cherry trees, which also bloom on bare branches. Like the cherry trees, the Cherry Dogwood also produces interesting, edible berries that can be used for many things.

The natural distribution of Cherry Dogwood extends from Central and Southeast Europe to Western Asia around the Caucasus, but it has also been successfully planted among others, in Sweden and North America.

The Cherry Dogwood is usually used for its ornamental value early during year. With its abundant flowering on bare twigs in March-April, it is an invigorating sight before much else has had time to bloom. As such, it also provides a valuable early source of nectar and pollen for pollinators. The flowers are small and yellow and sit in clusters.

From the flowers it becomes then olive-shaped red berries that are edible. The berries ripen in late summer or early fall. The fruit is hard, sour and harsh before it is ripe but softens and increases in sweetness as it ripens. Another guide to when the fruit is ripe is to look at the ground - when the fruit starts to fall, it has sweetened. For easier harvesting, you can then shake the branches and then pick up the berries that fall, this because they do not all ripen at the same time. 

The berries described as cranberry/sour cherry/plum taste can be used to make jelly, jam, juice, fruit wine and as a cocktail berry. The kernels can be roasted, ground and then used as a coffee substitute and unripe fruits can be put in and eaten as a substitute for olives. The Cherry Dogwood has long been used in Mediterranean countries and Western Asia precisely for its fruits and the medicinal qualities they are considered to have. The berries contain a high content of vitamin C and the antioxidant anthocyanin, which gives the fruit its color. 

The Cherry Dogwood is self-pollinating, but the harvest can be more abundant if several individuals are planted together.

Cultivation:

The Cherry Dogwood thrives best in full sun to partial shade, but also works well in shadier locations, but then sets fewer berries. 

If it is allowed to grow freely, it will become a wide and full-bodied bush. It is also perfectly possible to stem it into a small tree and the crown can be as wide as the tree can be tall. Free-growing, it becomes multi-stemmed, but it is just as well to choose to keep and stem one of the stems. Cherry Dogwood can also be used as a hedge plant as it responds well to pruning.

Has an upright growing habit, but if the branches become long, their tips may start to point downwards.

The Cherry Dogwood prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil and is not picky about pH, although calcareous soil is particularly favorable. The is favored by heat and tolerates drought once it has established itself.

The trunk is grey-brown and the bark of slightly older individuals flakes finely. The Cherry Dogwood is deciduous and the autumn color is a beautiful brown-yellow to reddish-brown.

Characteristics:

Lifespan: Perennial
Location: sun/part shade
Height: 3-6 m
USDA Zone: 1-4

1 Yellow Goji plant: 2 years old - ready to flower = bear fruit

Current height 30-40 cm

Raised in a Swedish climate

Common names: Yellow Goji, Yellow Gojiberry, Yellow Buckthorn
Scientific name: Lycium barbarum
Family: Solanaceae

Plant history & use:

Yellow Gojiberry is in the same genus as it red and it black goji berry and, like its relatives, is a nutritious berry, especially in vitamins and proteins. Unlike the red goji berry, yellow goji berries contain no bitter substances and also have a lower sugar content.

Yellow goji berries can be eaten raw as they are, used in salads or dried to add to muesli or baked goods. You can also simply make a drink from them, like black goji berries.

Both yellow and black goji berries are relatively uncommon in Sweden so far, so here is the chance to have something outstanding and useful in the cultivation!

Culture:

Yellow Goji is a hardy shrub that can withstand many subzero temperatures and is therefore suitable for outdoor cultivation in Sweden, either in a pot or in the open field. The shrub grows well in both sandy, clay soils and everything in between, as long as the soil is well-drained. It thrives in sunny locations and is relatively insensitive to drought, wind and salt.

The bush also has a strong root system that binds the soil well. Its hardy properties make it an effective plant in maritime coastal climates with a lot of wind.

Yellow Goji is a grateful plant that does not require much care.

The bush grows to 1-3 meters. The way the bush grows makes it suitable for tying up on strings along a facade to grow as a facade cover. Regardless of whether it grows against a facade or not, give it something to climb on / grow against and the bush will grow faster.

Characteristics:

Age: Perennial
Plant position: sun
Height: 1-3 m
Growing zone: 1-6

1st plant Minikiwi 'Ken's Red': 2 years old - current height 50-60 cm

Non-self-fertile female plant = needs a male plant that 'Weiki' or a bisexual self-fertile variety such as 'Issai' to bear fruit. A pure male plant is recommended for best fruiting.

Common names: Minikiwi 'Ken's Red', Gooseberry, Hardy Kiwi
Scientific name: Actinidia arguta x melanandra
Family: Actinidiaceae

Plant history & use:

Minikiwi is a perennial climbing plant that originates in Japan, Korea and northern China. It is a hardy Kiwi variety that can grow and produce good fruit outdoors in our climate. The fruits are small and hairless, and are eaten with the skin on, unlike the hairy kiwifruit we are used to buying in stores.

The variety 'Ken's Red' is a New Zealand cross between Actinida arguta and Actinidia melanandra. Ken's Red is possibly the Minikiwi with the largest fruits - the fruits are sweet and flavorful and reminiscent of the regular kiwi in taste. The variety is very hardy in our Nordic climate and has a compact growth habit, which makes it suitable for covering a surface - for example a wall or trellis.

'Ken's Red' produces wine-red fruits with firm flesh that have a good shelf life after harvest.

The fruits ripen in September-October.

The fruits are a rich source of vitamin C (up to 5 times more than blackcurrants, for example) and can be eaten straight from the plant without peeling. The fruits can also be used to make jam.

In Korea, young leaves are used in a vegetable dish called namul.

Culture:

Mini kiwi 'Ken's Red' is a hardy variety that can withstand temperatures down to -25 ℃ . It has a winding growth habit and can grow up to 3-4 meters high. Some type of climbing support is necessary, such as a trellis, wall or pergola. If you want to grow in a forest garden, it works great to let Minikiwn grow against a tree trunk - just try to make sure that there is a fairly good amount of light entering the plant.

In June, 'Ken's Red' blooms with small, fragrant white flowers that then turn into tasty, smooth small fruits. The summer green leaves turn a beautiful yellow in the fall.

Mini kiwi thrives best in a sunny, warm and sheltered location. The optimal growing location is in a greenhouse, against a wall or trellis. However, it also does well outside greenhouses and in shadier environments - but for best fruit production, the plant should at least be provided with good light and wind protection.

Plant Minikiwi in a nutrient-rich, well-drained and moisture-retaining soil. If you want to fertilize, it should be done with, for example, blueberry fertilizer, as Minikiwi thrives best in a slightly acidic pH. Natural fertilizer and compost also work well.

'Ken's Red' needs to be planted with a male plant (within the same genus: Actinidia spp. ) to bear fruit. It may take a couple of years before the plant starts producing fruit. An established plant can produce large amounts of fruit per year, around 25kg per plant and in some cases more.

It is advantageous to grow against a trellis to get good air circulation and more sunlight for the fruits.

Pruning:

• The first year of planting, it is a good idea to let the plant start to take shape in 1-3 main stems. Top your main stem(s) at the end of the season to make them stronger next year.
• The second year you top the main shoots that come from the main trunks again. The side branches, or long shoots, then begin to develop. You should stick to a maximum of 4 long shoots per main trunk.
• In the third year, the long shoots should also be shortened to 1-1.5 meters. At this time, flowers often begin to form around the first few centimeters of the side branches, which then turn into fine fruits.
• In the following years, year by year, you select the best side branches/long shoots on your plant. Cut away the other emerging branches. In this way, you have formed a star-shaped branch attachment, a collar, which supports the rest of the plant with fruits.
• Do not leave too many side branches as this will result in a dense plant with fewer fruits. By topping emerging herbaceous branches during the summer you allow more sunlight and air to reach the fruits, which will benefit their growth.
• Any pruning of woody plant parts is done in late autumn/early winter to avoid bleeding.

Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun
Height: 3-4 m
Growing zone: 1-5

1 bush Red Goumi Pointilla® 'Sweet'N'Sour'

Now in a larger size: C2 pot and 60-80 cm high

2 individuals are recommended for good pollination

Common name: Red Goumi, Japanese Silver Bush
Scientific name: Elaeagnus umbellata Pointilla® Sweet'N'Sour
Family: Elaeagnaceae

Plant history & use:

Description coming soon...

Culture:

Description coming soon...

Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun
Height: 2-3 m
Growing zone: 1-4

1 bush Yellow Goumi Pointilla® 'Fortunella'

Now in a larger size: C2 pot and 80-120 cm high

2 individuals are recommended for good pollination

Common name: Yellow Goumi, Japanese Silverbush
Scientific name: Elaeagnus umbellata Pointilla® Fortunella
Family: Elaeagnaceae

Plant history & use:

Description coming soon...

Culture:

Description coming soon...

Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun
Height: 2-3 m
Growing zone: 1-4

1st plant Five-leaf Akebia: 2 years old - current height: 80-100 cm

All plants are ready to bloom and set fruit.

Common Name : Five-leaf Akebia, Chocolate Vine
Scientific name : Akebia quinata
Family : Lardizabalaceae

Plant history & use :

The Five-leaf Akebian originates from Japan, China and Korea where it is often found naturally growing on mountain slopes and on hills against hedges, tree trunks, along forest edges and watercourses.

The highlight of this akebia is its oblong, edible, purple fruits that form inside pods that open up on their own when ripe. The seeds are surrounded by a juicy flesh that is sweet to the taste - it is said to be reminiscent of the flesh of dragon fruit. In Japan, it is eaten mainly as a seasonal delicacy. The fruit is sometimes eaten with lemon to enhance the taste.

The shell of the pod is used in cooking, where it is filled with minced meat and then fried.

The seeds are bitter and should not be chewed, however, they can be swallowed whole or simply spit out to avoid the bitter taste.

The fruits can be made into jam, jelly, juice or smoothies and even ice cream can be made from the pulp.

Young shoots can be added to salads. Leaves can be dried and made into tea.

Often used as a ground cover plant: along walls, fences, fields and other less attractive surfaces.

Akebian is also often used as a soil binder on slopes to prevent erosion.

The Five-Leaf Akebian gives the garden an oriental look.

The flowers are said to have scents ranging from vanilla to honey and chocolate. The flowers are visually clearly divided into male and female flowers.

Studies have shown that consuming Akebia quinata reduces fat accumulation in the body and lowers blood cholesterol levels, and thus may be effective in combating obesity. This is a relatively new finding (2022) and theories are being floated that this fruit could become more well-known in the near future.

The same study has also shown that A. quinata has a cleansing effect on the liver, kidneys and cardiovascular system. Regular consumption could have led to improved health. A. quinata is diuretic.

When consumed, the plant is also said to be an inhibitor against bacterial and fungal infections. The roots act as a fever reducer.

In traditional Chinese medicine, akebian is used to treat urinary tract infections, insufficient lactation, and rheumatoid arthritis.

The vines are also used to weave baskets.

An oil is extracted from the seeds and is used in traditional Chinese soap making.

Cultivation :

Grows best in a sunny location, although tolerant of shady locations. Prefers slightly sandier soils with good drainage and good moisture retention properties. A humus-rich, slightly sandy soil is best - such as potting soil mixed with sand. Can grow in soils with both higher and lower pH values.

Likes regular watering. However, it is relatively resistant to drought. Also very cold-resistant - can withstand lower temperatures between -20ºC and -30ºC.

Generally fast growing. Can be pruned in early spring if necessary.

Akebia are not self-pollinating, which means that all plants in the genus need another individual that is genetically different to be successfully pollinated and produce fruit - it doesn't have to be a different species/variety, just a different individual.

Features :

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun / partial shade
Height: up to 4 m
Growing zone: 1-3

1 plant Black Raspberry 'Black Jewel': 2 years old - ready to flower = bear fruit

Current height 50-80 cm

Common name: Black Raspberry 'Black Jewel'
Scientific name: Rubus occidentalis
Family: Rosaceae

Plant history & use:

The black raspberry, Rubus occidentalis, is a black colored variant of the more common red raspberry, Rubus ideaus. As can be seen above, however, they are two completely different species. The black raspberry is described as highly disease resistant, easy to grow and early bearing. The black raspberry is also more resistant to heat and drought. The berries keep their shape for several days in the fridge after harvesting.

The black raspberry has also been called the "King of Berries" due to its reputed health benefits. The berries contain high levels of antioxidants and also anthocyanins (the group of substances that give fruits and vegetables their dark color - blue/purple/black) which have an anti-inflammatory effect and are also linked to processes in the body in the form of improved memory and increased eyesight .

The variety 'Black Jewel' has berries with a high sweetness and a pleasant aftertaste that remains after the berries have been eaten. The berries have a glossy appearance and make an eye-catching addition to the cultivation.

The berries can be both dried and frozen for later use. They are good in smoothies. You can also make jam and juice from black raspberries.

Culture:

Grow in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. They thrive best in a sandy soil rich in humus. To give the plant a humus-rich soil, you can then crowd plant residues (e.g. grass clippings) into the top layer of soil or cover the soil with a layer of plant residues.

It may be good to note that the black raspberry is a tall-growing raspberry species, the bush normally grows 2-3 meters high.

Characteristics:

Age: Perennial
Plant position: sun
Height: 2-3 m
Growing zone: 1-4

Delivery in April

1st Natal plum plant: 2 years old

Current height 20-40 cm

Trivial Name: Natal Plum, Amathungulu, Large Num-Num
Scientific name: Carissa macrocarpa (syn. C. grandiflora )
Family: Apocynaceae 

Plant history & use:

The Natal plum is a fascinating shrub with its roots in subtropical regions. It is a shrub that charms with its beautiful white flowers and entices with its red, juicy fruits. The tree has received its Swedish trivial name "Natal plum" because of its origin in the Natal region of South Africa.

Natal plum is not only a beautiful shrub but also offers a variety of uses. Its red fruits are edible and have a sweet and juicy taste. These fruits can be eaten directly or used in jams, marmalades and other delicious desserts. In addition, they are used in traditional medicine for their potential health benefits.

This interesting shrub also has the ability to contribute to the surrounding environment. Its deep roots help improve soil structure and can help keep erosion-prone areas in check. Its flowers are fragrant and also attract pollinating insects - a welcome addition to biodiversity.

Natal plums bloom and bear fruit for a large part of the season. The fruits are packed with vitamin C.

Suitable for growing as an edible hedge in sunny and favorable locations.

Culture:

Natal plums thrive best in a warm, sunny environment with good drainage. They can also tolerate partial shade and shade. They are a relatively hardy tree and can survive short periods of drought. They can also withstand a few degrees below zero, so growing in the ground with winter cover in warmer parts of the country can work. Alternatively, move indoors over the winter.

For growing in pots, it is important to use well-drained soil to avoid water stagnation which can damage the roots.

Within its natural climatic limits, the Natal plum is an evergreen shrub.

Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing conditions: sun / partial shade / shade
Height: 1-2 m

1 Sea buckthorn plant: 2 years old - current height 40-50 cm

Self-fertile variety = only needs 1 plant to set fruit.

Common names: Sea buckthorn, Sea buckthorn, Finnberry
Scientific name: Hippophae rhamnoides
Family: Elaeagnaceae

Plant history & use:

Full description on the way...

Culture:

Full description on the way...

Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun
Height: 2-3 meters
Growing zone: 1-6

1st Male Minikiwi 'Weiki' plant: 2 years old

Current height 50-60 cm

This is a male plant that is used to pollinate the various female varieties of mini kiwi we have in store. 'Issai' , which is hermaphroditic, can also be used as a pollinator, but for best fruiting, a purely male plant is recommended.

The variety 'Weiki' is considered one of the most beautiful growing male plants and also an effective pollinator.

It is recommended to plant 1 male plant per 6-8 female plants.

Common names: Minikiwi, Gooseberry, Hardy Kiwi
Scientific name: Actinidia arguta
Family: Actinidiaceae

Plant history & use:

Minikiwi is a perennial climbing plant that originates in Japan, Korea and northern China. It is a hardy Kiwi variety that can grow and produce good fruit outdoors in our climate. The fruits are small and hairless, and are eaten with the skin on, unlike the hairy kiwifruit we are used to buying in stores.

The female variety of the variety 'Weiki' is a German variety that, like 'Jumbo', is known for its large fruits. The fruits are sweet and flavorful and resemble the common kiwi in taste. The variety is very hardy in our Nordic climate and has a compact growth habit, which makes it suitable for covering a surface - for example, a wall or trellis.

The female plant 'Weiki' produces cherry-red fruits with firm flesh that have a good shelf life after harvest.

The fruits ripen in September-October.

The fruits are a rich source of vitamin C (up to 5 times more than blackcurrants, for example) and can be eaten straight from the plant without peeling. The fruits can also be used to make jam.

In Korea, young leaves are used in a vegetable dish called namul.

Culture:

Mini kiwi 'Weiki' is a hardy variety that can withstand temperatures down to -25 ℃ . It has a winding growth habit and can grow up to 3-4 meters high. Some type of climbing support is necessary, for example a trellis, wall or a pergola. If you want to grow in a forest garden, it works great to let Minikiwn grow against a tree trunk - try to make sure that there is a fairly good amount of light entering the plant.

In June, 'Weiki' blooms with small, fragrant white flowers, which then turn into tasty, smooth small fruits on the female plants. The summer green leaves turn a beautiful yellow in the fall.

The mini kiwi thrives best in a sunny, warm and sheltered location. The optimal growing location is in a greenhouse, against a wall or a trellis. However, it also does well outside the greenhouse and in shadier environments - but for best fruit production, the plant should at least be provided with good light and wind protection.

Plant Minikiwi in a nutrient-rich, well-drained and moisture-retaining soil. If you want to fertilize, it should be done with, for example, blueberry fertilizer, as Minikiwi thrives best in a slightly acidic pH. Natural fertilizer and compost also work well.

It is advantageous to grow against a trellis to get good air circulation and more sunlight for the fruits.

Pruning:

• The first year of planting, it is a good idea to let the plant start to take shape in 1-3 main stems. Top your main stem(s) at the end of the season to make them stronger next year.
• The second year you top the main shoots that come from the main trunks again. The side branches, or long shoots, then begin to develop. You should stick to a maximum of 4 long shoots per main trunk.
• In the third year, the long shoots should also be shortened to 1-1.5 meters. At this time, flowers often begin to form around the first few centimeters of the side branches, which then turn into fine fruits.
• In the following years, year by year, you select the best side branches/long shoots on your plant. Cut away the other emerging branches. In this way, you have formed a star-shaped branch attachment, a collar, which supports the rest of the plant with fruits.
• Do not leave too many side branches as this will result in a dense plant with fewer fruits. By topping emerging herbaceous branches during the summer you allow more sunlight and air to reach the fruits, which will benefit their growth.
• Any pruning of woody plant parts is done in late autumn/early winter to avoid bleeding.

Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun
Height: 3-4 m
Growing zone: 1-5

1st plant American Cranberry 'Pilgrim': 2 years old in C2 pot

Common name: Cranberry, Antberry
Scientific name: Vaccinium macrocarpon
Family: Ericaceae

Plant history & use:

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Culture:

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Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun / partial shade
Height: 10-20 cm
Growing zone: 1-4

1 female Tasmanian Pepper plant: 1 year old - current height 20-40 cm

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Common names: Tasmanian Pepperberry, Mountain Pepper, Pepper Tree
Scientific name: Tasmannia lanceolata (syn. Drimys aromatica )
Family: Winteraceae

Plant history & use:

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Culture:

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Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing conditions: partial shade / sun
Height: 2-3 meters
Growing zone: 1-2 (hardy down to -15ºC)

1st plant American Cranberry 'Early Black': 2 years old in C2 pot

Common name: American cranberry, antberry
Scientific name: Vaccinium macrocarpon
Family: Ericaceae

Plant history & use:

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Culture:

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Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun / partial shade
Height: 10-20 cm
Growing zone: 1-4

1 plant Blueberry 'Borealis': 2 years old - ready to bloom = bear fruit

Current height 40-60 cm

Common names: Blueberry, Honeyberry, Blue Honeysuckle, Haskap Berry, Honeyberry
Scientific name: Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica
Family: Caprifoliaceae

Plant history & use:

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Culture:

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Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun / partial shade
Height: 150 cm
Growing zone: 1-7

1 plant Black Goji: 1 year old - current height 15-30 cm

Raised in Swedish climate

Common names: Black Goji, Russian Buckthorn
Scientific name: Lycium ruthenicum Murr.
Family: Solanaceae

Plant history & use:

Black Goji is, like the relative Goji ( Lycium barbarum ) , a rich source of proteins and vitamins. The black goji berry is particularly rich in anthocyanins, with a higher content than blueberries. The shrub originates in the areas around the Tibetan Plateau and southern Russia.

It is a plant that has not yet received much attention in the West, but it has long been used by the indigenous people in its natural plant environment. Surprisingly, the indigenous people of small North Indian communities use the berry to make an ointment to prevent blindness in camels. This is possible thanks to the berry's high content of lutein .

The berry gets its deep blue-purple color from the anthocyanins, a substance found in unusually high concentrations in the black goji berry. Anthocyanins are the same substances that color blueberries blue and contribute to many of their beneficial properties.

Ripe berries can be eaten raw, dried or cooked.

The most common way to consume black goji berries is to make a so-called infusion on them. This is best done when they are completely fresh, but it can also be done with dried berries. The Black Goji Berry gives off different colors depending on the type of water used. In the case of mineral-rich water (basic: pH >7) the color becomes deep dark blue and in acidic water (pH <7) the color becomes intense purple.

Culture:

Black Goji originally grows in very extreme climates where it is exposed to drought, extreme cold, high salinity and nutrient poor soils. These factors have made the black goji berry a very hardy plant. It can grow in temperatures down to -20 ºC.

It is an easy-to-grow shrub that often produces rich harvests. It likes to grow in well-drained soils (often sandy soils) and establishes a strong root system, which makes it a good soil binder, e.g. at beach edges. It can also naturally form a tight wall that protects against the worst wind. Thrives in bright conditions.

The bush grows up to 2 m and can be grown outdoors in open ground in Sweden. To protect your Black Goji bush from the harshest Swedish conditions, in late summer you can cover the base of the plant with straw, leaves or the like. - this protects the plant from the most severe cold and extends the growing season.

The numerous berries range from green to black/bluish purple in color. It is only then that they are ready for harvest. This takes place summer-autumn.

Characteristics:

Age: Perennial
Plant position: sun
Height: 1-2 m
Growing zone: 1-6

1st plant Tayberry 'Buckingham Tayberry': 2 years old - ready to bloom = bear fruit

Current height 40-60 cm

Common names: Tayberry, Boysenberry, Bearberry
Scientific name: Rubus fruticosus x ideaus
Family: Rosaceae

Plant history & use:

'Buckingham Tayberry' is a thornless variety with smooth, flat leaves that produces plenty of tasty berries.

The tayberry bush produces large, flavorful and juicy burgundy berries that are perfect for eating straight away - but also for making juice, jam and even wine.

Another good way to use tayberries is to bake a tayberry pie.

Like other hybrids, Tayberry also shows good resistance to plant diseases.

Culture:

Preferably grow in well-drained, humus-rich soil in a warm, sunny location. Does not do well in heavy clay soils, dry, sandy soils or waterlogged areas.

The tayberry bush has inherited its long and slender branches from the blackberry and therefore works excellently to be grown climbing in a pergola, against a wall or similar. The development and health of the bush is generally benefited by some type of support for the branches.

The berries ripen from mid-July to late August. Berries are formed on branches that are at least 2 years old.

Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun/partial shade
Height: 2 m
Growing zone: 1-2