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Apples for North Dakota

Apple is the #1 fruit grown by gardeners in North Dakota. The following are some of the best cultivars for our state.
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Ten Steps for Growing Apples in North Dakota

Tips on selecting varieties, planting, pruning, training, and harvesting apples are presented in Ten Steps for Growing Apples in North Dakota. Special tips on growing apples near the Canadian border are presented in Ten Steps for Growing Apples in Northern North Dakota.  

Apricots for North Dakota

Apricots are loved for their delicate blossoms in spring and their golden fruits in summer. Apricot trees bloom very early so keep them out of frost pockets and plant them in a protected site. Here are some more tips and the recommended cultivars for North Dakota.  Read more.

Crabapple Fruits for North Dakota

The tart flavor of crabapple makes it popular for canning and in making jellies. This fruit is grown just like apples. Here are some tips and recommended cultivars for gardeners in North Dakota.  Read more.

Cherry Plums for North Dakota

Cherry plums were developed to survive the extreme weather of the northern Great Plains. They are extremely hardy (Zone 3), resist drought, and will bear fruit after one to two years. Here are some tips and recommended cultivars for gardeners in North Dakota.  Read more.

Pears for North Dakota

Pears are one of the most delicious fruits you can grow in your backyard. The fruits are great for fresh eating and canning. Keys to success in growing pears include selecting hardy cultivars, training the branches to avoid upright growth, and monitoring for fire blight. Read more.

Raspberries for North Dakota

Raspberry is a popular fruit that is easy to grow in North Dakota. Plant both summer- and fall-bearing types to extend your harvest. Here are some tips and recommended cultivars for gardeners in North Dakota.  Read more.

Black Currants: Once a Forbidden Fruit  

Once banned for spreading disease among pines, black currants are gaining popularity for their special flavors and nutritional qualities.
Presentation summary. Annual updates and production notes.

Growing "Blueberries" in North Dakota  

Blueberries struggle in our alkaline soils and cold winters. Grow Canadian haskaps instead. These blue-fruited honeysuckles thrive in North Dakota and are delicious.
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