{"title":"Orchard Supplies","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnjoy a wide range of items to help you on your plant growing journey! We offer everything from orchard supplies such as spiral guards and bamboo stakes to various natural fertilizers and inputs to books on a variety of subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo save you shipping costs, orchard supplies will be shipped with any nursery stock that you order when the nursery stock is ready in the spring.  If you want your orchard supplies sent to you immediately, please create two separate orders:  one for nursery stock and one for orchard supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bone-meal","title":"Bone Meal","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs an organic slow-release fertilizer, bone meal is primarily used as a source of phosphorus and protein. 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Whether you're managing a commercial orchard in BC or cultivating heritage apple varieties in your backyard, these professional-grade markers ensure you'll never lose track of your valuable plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt to Withstand Canadian Weather\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRust-proof aluminum construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – survives harsh winters, spring thaws, and summer humidity without degrading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFade-resistant surface\u003c\/strong\u003e – your variety names, graft dates, and rootstock codes stay legible year after year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmear-proof writing\u003c\/strong\u003e – simply use any ballpoint pen or stylus to mark both sides; ink won't run or wash away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure 23cm wire fastener included\u003c\/strong\u003e – attaches firmly to branches without damaging bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Serious Growers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for tracking multiple rootstock varieties, documenting graft success rates, organizing your nursery stock, and maintaining accurate orchard records. The 7.5 × 1.5 cm label surface provides ample space for variety names, dates, and notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 aluminum tree label with wire fastener\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Timm Enterprises","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":31868403646533,"sku":"OS-1TL1","price":0.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/20200310_194650.jpg?v=1601033225"},{"product_id":"lac-balsam","title":"Lac Balsam","description":"\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLac Balsam is a premium European wound sealing product made from natural tree resin.  This is simply the best solution for sealing those irregular wounds caused by such things as rabbits, mice, ice storms and string trimmers.  It also works reasonably well as a grafting wax.  We have been using Lac Balsam around the nursery for as long as we can remember... and we're super super happy with this stuff.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA little bit goes a long way too; one of these 200mL tubes will last a long time for the backyard orchardist. \u003c\/span\u003eHowever, for those looking for a larger quantity we also have 1kg tubs as well!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"C Frensch","offers":[{"title":"200g Tube","offer_id":40183004102725,"sku":"OS-1LB","price":22.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg Tub","offer_id":40183004135493,"sku":"OS-1LB-2","price":63.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/20200405_122704_1.jpg?v=1586799418"},{"product_id":"victorinox-grafting-knife","title":"Victorinox Grafting Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eA good grafting knife is an essential tool for anyone interested in grafting. 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We will reach out to participants at a later date regarding their selection. Additional rootstock and scionwood can be purchased from the website when available. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Paired tickets are an economical option for two people to attend the workshop but each pair only takes home five trees total. 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This particular product (TM-7) has more than just fulvic and humic acids, it also includes a blend of micronutrients! It is certified organic in USA but not Canada- this may be due to a difference in regulations or the company simply hasn't obtained certification by a Canadian approved organic certifier.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTM-7 contains a blend of seven micronutrients as well as concentrated humic and fulvic acid. It can be used to stimulate microbial activity, increase nutrient uptake, and reduce nutrient leaching. It improves soil structure, builds plant immunity, and promotes growth and increased yields.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDerived from: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBoron, cobalt sulfate, copper sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, sodium molybdenate, zinc sulfate and chelated with humic and fulvic acids derived from fresh water cretaceous humate deposits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApplication: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCan be used for seed activation and soil or foliar applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil, container, or foliar application:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.75-1.25g\/gal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eField application: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e2-4 pounds per acre every 3-6 weeks  \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Good for all soil types including containers and hydroponics  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Technical Data\" href=\"https:\/\/blackswallowsoil.com\/@files\/products-660\/tm-7technicalflyer.pdf\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/blackswallowsoil.com\/@files\/products-660\/tm-7technicalflyer.pdf\"\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"SDS\" href=\"https:\/\/blackswallowsoil.com\/@files\/products-660\/tm-7sds-bioag.pdf\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/blackswallowsoil.com\/@files\/products-660\/tm-7sds-bioag.pdf\"\u003eSDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Swallow Living Soils","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":49710062567735,"sku":"OS-TM7HA-100g","price":25.16,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"350g","offer_id":49710062600503,"sku":"OS-TM7HA-350g","price":42.09,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/1280.tm-7.jpg?v=1727201333"},{"product_id":"em-1-microbial-inoculant","title":"EM-1 Microbial Inoculant","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe use this in our orchard for all trees (both in our experimental orchard and nursery stock) as the effective microbe component of our holistic spray system. 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Apply as a soil drench or foliar spray. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliar Spray: 5-10L\/Ha \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Remediation : 5L\/m\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can extend the use of this product by brewing it following these \u003ca title=\"directions\" href=\"https:\/\/blackswallowsoil.com\/@files\/products-717\/em1-activation.pdf\"\u003edirections\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about theses beneficial microbes \u003ca title=\"here\" href=\"https:\/\/blackswallowsoil.com\/@files\/products-717\/stars-of-em1.pdf\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Certified Organic\" href=\"https:\/\/blackswallowsoil.com\/@files\/products-717\/organic-certificate---english.pdf\"\u003eCertified Organic\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca title=\"MSDS\" href=\"https:\/\/blackswallowsoil.com\/@files\/products-717\/sdsem12-sheet.pdf\"\u003eMSDS\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Swallow Living Soils","offers":[{"title":"470mL Bottle","offer_id":50351256174903,"sku":"OS-EM470mL","price":48.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1L Bottle","offer_id":45488648945975,"sku":"OS-EM1L","price":66.45,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/IMG_20230530_095355014_HDR_3.jpg?v=1685455565"},{"product_id":"the-ecological-farm-by-helen-atthowe","title":"The Ecological Farm by Helen Atthowe","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Ecological Farm \u003c\/em\u003eoffers a unique focus on reduced tillage, minimizing farm and garden inputs, and pest control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReflecting the wisdom that farmer, consultant, and educator Helen Atthowe and her late husband, Carl Rosato, gained during decades of farming experience, this book guides readers on how to reduce or eliminate the use of outside inputs of fertilizer or pesticides—even those that are commonly used on certified organic orchards and market gardens. In clear language and with color photographs, charts, and graphs throughout, the book emphasizes the importance of managing the details of an entire growing system over the full life of the enterprise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBased on advances in scientific research in ecological food production, farmers, homesteaders, permaculturists, and gardeners alike will learn methods to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edesign a farm system that maintains a growing root in the soil year-round to feed the microbial community instead of just crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estrengthen the “immune system” of a farm or garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esupply crop needs using only on-farm inputs such as cover crops and living mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emaximize the presence of beneficial insects and microbes that support healthy crop development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eminimize ecological impact in dealing with insect pest and disease problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"UTP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46744027234615,"sku":"OS-B38","price":62.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/FarmthatEcology.jpg?v=1692989879"},{"product_id":"farming-the-woods-by-steve-gabriel-and-ken-mudge","title":"Farming the Woods by Steve Gabriel and Ken Mudge","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe first in-depth guide for farmers and gardeners who have access to an established woodland and are looking for productive, innovative ways to create a natural forest ecosystems that produces a wide range of food, medicinals, and other non-timber products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFarming the Woods\u003c\/em\u003e covers in detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to cultivate, harvest, and market high-value non-timber forest crops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eComprehensive information on historical perspectives of forest farming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to mimic the forest in a changing climate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCultivation of medicinal crops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to create a forest nursery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHarvesting and utilizing wood products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe role of animals in the forest farm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to design and manage your forest farm once it’s set up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"UTP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46744167219511,"sku":"OS-B39","price":55.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/farmingindawoods.jpg?v=1692990277"},{"product_id":"mini-forest-revolution-by-hannah-lewis","title":"Mini-Forest Revolution by Hannah Lewis","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMini-Forest Revolution\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, Lewis presents the Miyawaki Method, a unique approach to reforestation devised by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki. 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As growers, we tend to interpret this idea literally—think companion planting, edible ecosystems, and food forests. Where do social relations and community-building fit in?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthors and permaculture experts Ryan Blosser and Trevor Piersol:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemystify plant guilds, showing how to create biodiverse, low-maintenance ecological systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrate tried-and-tested permaculture frameworks such as the Scale of Permanence and the Ecology of Self, with tools from economics, mental health, and other disciplines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide cultivation primers for permaculture plants classified according to function, identifying out- standing anchor plants, nitrogen fixers, barrier plants, beneficial attractors, and dynamic accumulators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse plant narratives to illustrate how our inner landscapes are inextricably intertwined with the way we show up in the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique, beautifully illustrated handbook breaks new ground in social permaculture while providing a deep hands-on dive into creating thriving foodscapes. 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Learn all about how we care for our trees without the use of harsh chemicals it in this workshop. Crooked Farmz will also be hosting a compost tea pop-up at the nursery during our workshop, see below for details!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us to discuss spraying, the ingredients in a holistic spray, when, where, and most importantly, why we use this method! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will show you our set up and offer advice to make your own spray, for your own localized pest and disease pressures. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are offering two different dates this year (select from below), for you to join for our 2026 Holistic Spray Workshop in order to accommodate a growing interest.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are offering you a choice of either Friday, April 10th, 2026 (5:30pm-7:30pm) OR Saturday, April 11th, 2026 (9am-11am OR 1pm-3pm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunds from the workshop go right back into the nursery\/test orchards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegistration includes a 2 hour mini-workshop, where you’ll learn:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-the theory behind this method\/what is a holistic spray\u003cbr\u003e-how to make a holistic spray\u003cbr\u003e-what ingredients you’ll need\u003cbr\u003e-how to tweak it to suit your needs based on your localized pest pressures\u003cbr\u003e-when to spray (seasonally + time of day)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat to Bring: a lawn chair and note taking material. We will pass around a handout with the basic recipe. Michael Phillip’s book will also be available for purchase; it is an \u003cbr\u003einvaluable resource!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also dress for the weather: we will be outdoors or in an unheated hoop house depending on the weather, followed by a quick tour of the orchard when when we do a demo spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrooked Farmz Pop-Up and Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrooked Farmz will be hosting a compost tea pop-up and a Soil Health \u0026amp; Microbial Life Workshop at the nursery during the Holistic Spray Workshop!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompost Tea \u003c\/strong\u003emust be pre-ordered ahead of time and the last date to place an order is April 8th. Compost tea must be picked up either April 10th or April 11th. 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As 350.org founder Bill McKibben says, \"There is no one on the planet better-equipped to make you think and rethink how you're living and how you might change.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe age of sustainability is grounded on the knowledge that we ourselves are very much part of nature; that what we do to nature we in fact do to ourselves; and that the earth has a soul, which we share. Drawing on the example of Rabindranath Tagore, Kumar advocates living with\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"atm_keep-reading-flag\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-arrow-down\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e awareness that our personal choices have political and poetic resonance. In this book, he inspires readers with the knowledge we are all leaders and can create change in our structures and mindsets for lasting peace and a sustainable culture and society. 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