POP TIPS: Spotted Lanternfly management update
We are still learning how much of a problem SLF (check out our earlier Spotted Lanternfly: New Orchard Superpest post for a general intro) will… Read More
Introduction to Aquaponics
What is Aquaponics? Aquaponics is the fusion of aquaculture, the process of raising fish, with hydroponics, the practice of raising plants without soil. The fish… Read More
POP TIPS: May Orchard Care Tasks
May is another important month for orchard care, as this is the season when many insect pests first emerge and damage from many diseases is also first noted. Please… Read More
POP Partner Spotlight: Lower Moyamensing and South Philadelphia High School
POP wants to highlight our partner sites and the neighborhood groups that help keep them cared for and serving a vital role in the community.… Read More
How-to: Make Moss Terrariums
Spring is upon us, and it’s the perfect time to get outside and get some sunlight. It’s also the perfect time to try out crafts… Read More
POP TIPS: April Orchard Care Tasks
In what is sure to be a challenging month for all, April is a key time for orchard care and efforts now will help ensure… Read More
Purple Perilla Natural Dye pH Experiment
Farmer-florist Kristen Jas Vietty (of Lunaria Gardens) produced the video embedded below to introduce an alternative use of an orchard plant seen in POP community… Read More
10 Favorite Food Forest Perennials for Floral Design (Plus 5 Bonus Focal Flowers)
Although POP orchards are typically planted with food production and ecosystem services as primary goals, beauty is also a core value and some growers may… Read More
POP TIPS: March Orchard Care Tasks
As the weather turns to Spring, here are some critical steps for orchard care March is a critical month for completing a variety of orchard care… Read More
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