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July 2016 Volume 19 : Issue 2
Sales have been strong in the nursery sector this spring and
landscapers are busy now. Landscapers are our main
customer base for the summer months. Plant inventories are
very low in the nursery sector as production was cut back in
the early 2000’s so we have seen some shortages.
Regal Celebration is the name for our new Freeman maple
which was chosen by Manitoba’s Lieutenant Governor Janice
Filmon to recognize distinguished Manitobans and visitors to
the province. The new cultivar will not be available until fall
2017 as we are still increasing stock levels. On May 12th,
Sharon and I took part in a naming and planting ceremony at
the Lieutenant Governor’s residence on the grounds of the
Manitoba Legislature.
Sales growth in field stock is good. Strong sellers in bare-root
included Starlite®and Gladiator®flowering crabapple as well
as the Spire series of columnar crabapples. Strong sales in
basketed trees included Silver Cloud, Starlite®, Gladiator®
and sugar maple. Linden sales showed a marked increase
this year as tree purchasers diversify their plantings. All in all
it has been a good spring season.
We are currently working on the 2016-2017 catalogue that
features many new plant introductions including a new
potentilla and hybrid lilac developed at Jeffries (see
descriptions on page 2).
You are welcome to visit our operation over the summer
months. Tours of Jeffries shrub cultivar trial can also be
arranged at your convenience.
Wilbert Ronald
Proudly serving northern gardeners since 1982
P. O. Box 402 Portage la Prairie, MB.
R1N 3B7
Toll Free: 1-888-857-5288 Fax: (204) 857-2877
e-mail: jeffnurs@mts.net www.jeffriesnurseries.com
Office Contacts
President wilbert.ronald@jeffriesnurseries.com
Sales Manager michel.touchette@jeffriesnurseries.com
Saskatchewan / Alberta Sales Rep pete@jeffriesnurseries.com
Accounts / Inside Sales shawna.ronald@jeffriesnurseries.com
Field Manager andrew.ronald@jeffriesnurseries.com
Research / Marketing philip.ronald@jeffriesnurseries.com
News Briefs
In this issue, we are pleased to feature our first of many customer profiles: The Saskatoon Farm in De Winton, AB. You can find more info on their website: www.saskatoonfarm.com or on Facebook at: Saskatoon Farm. Remember that you can access our updated availability list online. The list is updated weekly and features all available nursery stock including wire-basket trees. Use the password: xxxxxxxxx to access protected files.
From the President
REGAL
CELEBRATION
MAPLE
Manitoba’s
Lieutenant Governor
Janice Filmon planted
the first Regal
Celebration Maple at
the Lieutenant
Governor’s residence
on May 12, 2016.
Growing Matters
Parkland Pillar
Birch
NEW PLANT INTRODUCTIONS FOR SPRING 2017
SILVERADO™ HYBRID OLIVE
Elaeagnus x ‘Jefsil’
A small version of Russian Olive,
‘Silverado’ reaches 10 feet (3 m) in 6
years. This sterile plant has none of
the invasive species issues that
often limit the use of Russian olive.
One great improvement over an
earlier introduction named
‘Silverscape’, is that we have not
seen as much suckering on this new
selection.
MANDARIN TANGO™ POTENTILLA
Potentilla fruticosa ‘Jefman’
‘Mandarin Tango’ is a compact plant
whose flowers have a touch of red
from its ‘Red Robin’ parent. It is
hoped this new cultivar will replace
‘Orange Whisper’ in the nursery
trade. ‘Mandarin Tango’ is the first
of several exciting new potentilla
that will be introduced from Jeffries
breeding program.
LITTLE LADY™ HYBRID LILAC
Syringa x ‘Jeflady’
A unique hybrid lilac, this new
cultivar combines the large, fragrant
flower panicles of ‘Miss Kim’ with
the dwarf compact habit of ‘Dwarf
Korean’. With a mature height of
only 4-5 feet (1.5 m), ‘Little Lady’ will
grow to half the size of ‘Miss Kim’.
Sure to be a winner in the space-
limited residential landscapes of
today, ‘Little Lady’ offers superb
winter hardiness in zones 2 and 3.
‘Little Lady’
‘Miss Kim’
NEW CATALOGUE LISTINGS FOR SPRING 2017
INVINCIBELLE SPIRIT II® HYDRANGEA
SPILLED WINE® WEIGELA
INCREDIBALL BLUSH® HYDRANGEA
TUXEDO® WEIGELA LIL’ DITTY
® VIBURNUM
INVINCIBELLE RUBY® HYDRANGEA LOW SCAPE
® ARONIA (CHOKEBERRY)
FESTIVUS GOLD® NINEBARK TINY WINE GOLD
® NINEBARK
FIRST EDITIONS® CANDY CORALBERRY CANADIAN SHIELD
® HARDY ROSE PINK SPARKLER® BIRCHLEAF SPIREA
CUSTOMER PROFILE
The Saskatoon Farm By Pete Van Vliet
In 1987, Paul and Karen Hamer bought the property now known as The Saskatoon Farm in De Winton, Alberta. They originally started growing Saskatoon seedlings and developing a Saskatoon U-Pick. As the years went by the Hamer’s started adding buildings; some for growing, and some for retail. As their business continued to grow, and trends kept changing, the Saskatoon Farm moved forward with diversification. People of all ages, from all walks of life, tour the fantastic property. The staff are always ready to help with any questions, and also maintain a very unique display garden full of interesting plants. It is home to a beautiful view of the river valley on the east side, and the Rockies in the distance to the west. With the jaw-dropping view of the river valley, Paul has set up a fully-landscaped lookout, which is a great spot for a photo op, especially for weddings! Some newly-weds also take advantage of other areas, whether for the reception, or just photo shoots with the wedding party. There are even yoga classes available, for those inclined to stretch their stresses away! Visitors can walk through the retail area, and shop through a massive assortment of hard goods to add something unique for your home or yard. If you get hungry while visiting the Saskatoon Farm, check out their bakery and restaurant. The menu is great, and the food is even better!! You can also find fresh produce in season, whether its already picked, or, of course, the u-pick option is always available. As an avid horticulturalist, I enjoy walking through the greenhouses and garden center, where there seems to always be something new to find. Did I forget to mention concerts? Watch the Saskatoon Farms website for upcoming live bands!! With so many different things to see and do, be sure to schedule a LOT of time to tour the Saskatoon Farm! It is truly a unique destination!
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