Browsing by Author "Luby, Jim"

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    Blueberry production in Minnesota (Revised 1992)
    (University of Minnesota. Agricultural Extension Service, 1992) Hoover, Emily; Rosen, Carl; Wildung, David; Foulk, Doug; Luby, Jim; Hertz, Leonard; Noetzel, David; Stienstra, Ward; Wright, Jerry
    This archival publication may not reflect current scientific knowledge or recommendations. Current information available from the University of Minnesota Extension: https://www.extension.umn.edu.
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    Commercial strawberry production in Minnesota
    (University of Minnesota. Agricultural Extension Service, 1986) Hoover, Emily; Rosen, Carl; Luby, Jim
    This archival publication may not reflect current scientific knowledge or recommendations. Current information available from the University of Minnesota Extension: https://www.extension.umn.edu.
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    Commercial Strawberry Production in Minnesota
    (Department of Horticultural Science, 2016) Hoover, Emily E; Luby, Jim; Rosen, Carl; Wold-Burkness, Suzanne; Tepe, Emily S
    Strawberries can be successfully grown on a commercial scale throughout much of Minnesota and are also well suited for small-scale and part-time farming operations. This bulletin covers important factors to consider when establishing and managing a commercial perennial June-bearing strawberry planting. Includes site selection, cultivars, establishment procedures, nutrient management, weed and pest management, irrigation, and marketing.
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    Day-neutral Strawberry Production in Minnesota
    (Department of Horticultural Science, 2016) Hoover, Emily E; Luby, Jim; Rosen, Carl; Wold-Burkness, Suzanne
    Day-neutral strawberries differ from traditional June-bearing types in that they flower and fruit continuously when temperatures are moderate because they are insensitive to day length. This bulletin provides an overview of day-neutral strawberry establishment and management. Includes cultivar selection, spacing and planting, nutrient management, weed management, insect and disease management, and overwintering.
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    Growing hardy kiwifruit in the home garden
    (Department of Horticultural Science, 2018) Luby, Jim; Hoover, Emily E; Tepe, Emily; Guthrie, Bob
    Native to the forests of eastern Asia, about 80 species of Actinidia are known. Two of these, A. kolomikta and A. arguta can be grown in Minnesota and similar regions, and produce delicious, grape-sized berries with a flavor similar to grocery store kiwifruit though somewhat sweeter. This article provides information for home gardeners who are interested in growing this plant.
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    Northblue and Northsky Blueberries
    (Minnesota Agricultural Experiment Station, 1983) Wildung, David; Luby, Jim; Munson, Shirley; Stushnoff, Cecil
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    A Taste of Minnesota's Apples: Characteristics and Harvest Dates of Apples Commonly Grown in Minnesota
    (2018) Hoover, Emily E; Tepe, Emily S; Bedford, David; Luby, Jim
    Autumn in Minnesota brings apples! While Honeycrisp is the star of the show, it’s not the only great apple you’ll find at local orchards and farmer’s markets. Seek out a cultivar you’ve never tried before to experience the diversity of colors, flavors, and textures of apples grown in Minnesota. If you just can’t get enough, try growing your own! USDA Hardiness Zones are included for each cultivar to help you choose the right trees for your yard. Cultivars are arranged by harvest date.