Pakistani Mulberry (Have 6footers ready to go and 1 gal.)

Pakistani Mulberry

Morus alba 'Pakistani.' The king of mulberry trees not only for its large ultimate height of 50' or more, if let to grow, but for the 4" long fruit that makes everyone swoon. Make sure to partake only of ripe fruit, black, unless you want a puckered mouth for the day. Early summer harvest. The fruit blends sweet with tart in a complex berry flavor that reminds some of raspberries on steroids. Full sun, moderate summer water. Does not stain to the extent of other mulberries.

Has the same health benefits as other mulberries, but almost  3X the size berries!!!

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Gojiberry (still Young!)

Goji Berries - aka Wolfberry

Family: Solanaceae

Genus: Lycium

Comments: Fertilize 5-5-5 Loves Sun, -15F damage. Dry fruit, eat raw or make a tea.

Health Benefits:
Goji berries are rich in antioxidants, particularly carotenoids such as beta carotene and zeaxanthin. These carotenoids are greatly helpful in protecting the retina of the eye and improving eye sight. In fact, foods rich in zeaxanthin have been known to prevent loss of eyesight in people over the age of 65.
Goji berries are also a good choice when it comes to protecting the liver and kidneys.
One of the primary benefits of goji berries is that they help in boosting the immune system and help us stay healthy for longer.
The polysaccharides in goji berries works wonders with the pituitary gland and stimulates it to release HGH, the Human Growth Hormone. This is in fact the main hormone which controls others and can even reverse the effects of aging, making us look and feel younger.
Goji berries also have a high ORAC value which is extremely important in preventing oxidation and in preserving the cells thereby preventing aging.
Goji berries prevent fatigue and tiredness which are the most common by product of a busy and full life that most of us lead today. It also helps in relieving headaches and insomnia.
Health and fitness freaks consume goji berries regularly because they help greatly in weight loss and keep the body fit and young.
Research has shown that goji berries are exceedingly good to enhance fertility and improve sexual function, particularly in men.
Goji berries are known to improve circulation and help people live longer lives.
With their high vitamin and mineral content, goji berries reduce blood pressure and cholesterol. Some people claim that goji berries can even prevent cancer although this aspect still needs more verification.

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Chokeberry Red/Black (young)

Choke Berry

Scientific Name: Aronia melanocarpa

Genus: aronia

Scientific name: Aronia melanocarpa

Size: 5x5

Comments:

Full sun to partial shade, more sun more berries; tolerates both wet and dry sites; prefers acid soil. 2-6-24 fertilizer.

Health benefits of chokeberries

·         Chokeberries are low in calories and fats but are rich source of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and dietary fiber.

·         Black chokeberries compose significantly high amounts of phenolic flavonoid phyto-chemicals called anthocyanins. Total anthocyanin content in the choke berries is 1480 mg per 100 g of fresh berries, and proanthocyanidin concentration is 664 mg per 100 g (Wu et al. 2004, 2006). Scientific studies have shown that consumption of berries on regular basis offers potential health benefits against cancer, aging and neurological diseases, inflammation, diabetes, and bacterial infections. (- By Dr. Paul Gross, 2007-07-09).

·         Laboratory analyses of anthocyanins in chokeberries have identified the following individual chemicals: cyanidin-3-galactoside, quercetin, peonidin, delphinidin, petunidin, epicatechin, caffeic acid, pelargonidin and malvidin. These flavonoid poly-phenolic antioxidants have proven health benefits through scavenging dangerous oxygen free radicals from the body.

·         Cancer research on anthocyanins, where black choke berry preparations were first used to inhibit chemically induced cancer in the rat esophagus by 30-60% and of the colon by up to 80%. Effective at both the initiation and promotion/progression stages of tumor development, choke-berries are a practical research tool and hold a promising therapeutic source, since they contain highest amount of anthocyanins among native North American berries [J. Agric. Food Chem. 50 (12): 3495–500].

• They also rich in flavonoid anti-oxidants such as carotenes, luteins and zeaxanthins. Zeaxanthin has photo-filtering effects on UV rays and thus protects eyes from age related macular disease in the elderly (ARMD).

·         Chokeberries are also good source of many antioxidant vitamins like vitamin-C, vitamin A, vitamin E, beta carotene and folate and minerals like potassium, iron and manganese. 100 g of fresh berries provide about 35% of daily recommended levels of vitamin C.

·         The oxygen radical absorbency capacity or ORAC (measurement of antioxidant strength of food items) demonstrates choke berry with one of the highest values yet recorded -16,062 micro moles of Trolox Equivalents (TE) per 100 g.

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Figs (Available Now)

Turkey Fig:

Botanical name: F. carica
Family: Moraceae
Origin: Middle east
Season: Spring-Summer
Damage temp: 32 F

Comments: Spring fertilize 10-10-10. Full Sun.

Health Facts:

§         Fig fruit is low in calories. 100 g fresh fruits provide only 74 calories. However they contain health benefiting soluble dietary fiber, minerals, vitamins and pigment anti-oxidants that contribute immensely for optimum health and wellness.

§         Dried figs are excellent source of minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants. In fact dried fruits are concentrated sources of energy. 100 g dried figs provide 249 calories. 

§         Fresh figs, especially black mission, are good in poly-phenolic flavonoid anti-oxidants such as carotenes, lutein, tannins, chlorgenic acid...etc. Their anti-oxidant value is comparable to that of apples at 3200 umol/100 g.

§         In addition, fresh fruits contain adequate levels of some of anti-oxidant vitamins such as vitamin A, E, and K. Altogether these phyto-chemical compounds in fig fruit help scavenge harmful oxygen derived free radicals from the body and thereby protect us from cancers, diabetes, degenerative diseases and infections.

§         Also research studies suggest that chlorogenic acid in these berries help lower blood sugar levels and control blood glucose levels in type-II diabetes mellitus (Adult onset) condition.

§         Fresh as well as dried figs contain good levels of B-complex group of vitamins such as niacin, pyridoxine, folates and pantothenic acid. These vitamins function as co-factors for metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

§         Dried figs are excellent sources minerals like calcium, copper, potassium, manganese, iron, selenium and zinc. 100 g of dried figs contain 640 mg of potassium, 162 mg of calcium, and 2.03 mg of iron. Potassium in an important component of cell and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure. Copper is required in the production of red blood cells. Iron is required for red blood cell formation as well for cellular oxidation.

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Everbearing Mulberry (have 1 gal. and 3gal.. available)

Everbearing Mulberry:

Botanical name: Morus nigra
Family: Moraceae
Origin: Asia
Avg. Height X Width: 15' x 15'
Varieties: Everbearing, Persian and Pakistani
Season: Spring to summer, Everbearing produces throughout the year
Damage temp: 22 F

Comments: Only eat when the berries are black. Berries are usually 1 inch in size.  Full sun for more berries, use cow manure to fertilize, if you must use a mixture fertilize 10-10-10.

Mulberry Health Benefits:

• Mulberries have significantly high amounts of phenolic flavonoid phytochemicals called anthocyanins. Scientific studies have shown that consumption of berries have potential health effects against cancer, aging and neurological diseases, inflammation, diabetes, and bacterial infections
  
• The berries contain resveratrol, another polyphenol flavonoid antioxidant. Resveratrol has been found to be protective against stroke risk by alteration of molecular mechanisms in blood vessels, reducing susceptibility to vascular damage through decreased activity of angiotensin (a systemic hormone causing blood vessel constriction that would elevate blood pressure) and increased production of the vasodilator hormone, nitric oxide.
  
• In addition, these berries are an excellent source of vitamin-C (36.4 mcg per 100, about 61% of RDI), which is also a powerful natural antioxidant. Consumption of foods rich in vitamin-C helps body develop resistance against infectious agents, counter inflammation and scavenge harmful free radicals.
  
• They also contain good amount vitamin A, vitamin E and in addition to the above mentioned antioxidants also contain many other health promoting flavonoid poly phenolic antioxidants such as lutein, zeaxanthin, ß-carotene and α-carotene in small but notably significant amounts. These compounds help act as protect from harmful effects of oxygen-derived free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS) that play a role in aging and various disease process.
  
• Zeaxanthin, an important dietary carotenoid selectively absorbed into the retinal macula lutea where it is thought to provide antioxidant and protective light-filtering functions in the retina of eyes.
  
• Mulberries are excellent source of iron, which is a rare feature among berries, contains 1.85 mg/100 g of fruits (about 23% of RDI). Iron, being a component of hemoglobin inside the red blood cells, determines the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood. 
  
• They also good source of minerals like potassium, manganese, and magnesium. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure. Manganese is used by the body as a co-factor for the antioxidant enzyme, superoxide dismutase.
  
• They are rich in B-complex group of vitamins and vitamin K. Contain very good amounts of vitamin B-6, niacin, riboflavin and folic acid. These vitamins are function as co-factors and help body in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
  

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Huckleberries (Coming Soon-Still Young)

Huckleberries look just like blueberries (and are often confused with them) and taste like them too (but a bit more tart), but contain seeds that give them a unique crunchy texture. The seeds are edible, so they can be used interchangeably with blueberries, but, since they're not grown commercially, you'll have to find them in the wild.

Huckleberries have not been studied extensively, but may have similar health benefits as blueberries.

Huckleberries grow slowly. Other than removing dead or damaged branches, pruning is not needed nor recommended in young plantings.  The like 10-10-10 fertilizer but natural cow manure is recommended. They do not require much sun.

Health Benefits of Eating Huckleberries

 

• One serving of wild huckleberries has more antioxidant power than any other fruit or vegetable, thus helping a person to fight against aging, cancer and health diseases.
• Huckleberries aid pancreas in digesting sugars and starches.
• Since the berries are high in iron, they help in building blood.
• Huckleberries are used in preparing packs for relieving running sores, eczema and skin disorders.
• They are associated with lowering cholesterol; protecting against heart disease, muscular degeneration, glaucoma, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, and peptic ulcers; and healthier elimination.
• Being a good source of vitamin B, huckleberry supports and speeds up the metabolism rate, keeps skin and muscle tone healthy. It improves immune system function, promotes cell growth and division and helps in preventing pancreatic cancer.
• Since it is high in vitamin C, the berry protects body against immune deficiencies, cardiovascular diseases, prenatal health problems, and eye diseases.
• It also helps in protecting the cells against the damaging effects of free radicals and prevents premature skin wrinkling.
• The tea made from dried huckleberry leaves proves helpful in case of poor starch digestion.
• The berry ensures proper functioning of nerve and muscle tissues, such as the heart and skeletal muscles, due to its high content of potassium.
• The potassium in huckleberry regulates water balances and eliminates wastes.
• Clinical studies show that huckleberry promotes eye health, especially in case of diabetic patients.
• It fights infections, promotes insulin production and treats urinary tract infections.
• Huckleberry It acts as a laxative and treats diarrhea naturally.

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