Dr. Cecil Stushnoff
This week we welcome back Dr. Cecil Stushnoff, the head of the University of Saskatchewan Horticulture Department from 1982 – 1989.
Raspberries for prairie gardens
1999 was a banner year for raspberry releases from the University of Saskatchewan Fruit Program.
Dr Frank Leith Skinner
'Dropmore' is the signature name of many plants and trees bred by Dr Frank Leith Skinner
M.P.M. Nair
Breeder of low light tolerant fruits and vegetables to grow indoors on a windowsill
Dr. Henry Heard Marshall
A keen observer of native plants, Marshall bred native plants with showy ornamentals for prairie hardiness.
Honeywood Heritage Nursery
An historic garden nursery dedicated to Dr. A. J. (Bert) Porter
New sour cherry release: D'Artagnan
In honour of the 100 Years of Horticulture Science celebration at the University of Saskatchewan, Dr. Bob Bors is releasing a new dwarf sour cherry cultivar called D’Artagnan.
Jackie Bantle
Jackie is a teacher at heart and loves to share her vast horticultural knowledge and experience, both on campus and in the community.
Rose Dawn asiatic lily: a Patterson introduction
Dr. Patterson was an avid fruit breeder, but also loved his lilies.
Horticulture science meets market gardening
If you like to buy fresh, locally produced food at the Saskatoon Farmers Market on Koyl Avenue, keep an eye out for market gardeners Adithya (Adi) Ramachandran and Jennifer Menat.
Special Places: Honeywood Heritage Nursery
The original nursery of Dr. A. J. (Bert) Porter is now a living museum in honour of his breeding work on lilies and small fruits.