Pines for North Dakota
Pines for North Dakota gives an overview of the most common pine trees in the state, explaining characteristics that will help identify one pine from another.
Pines for North Dakota gives an overview of the most common pine trees in the state, explaining characteristics that will help identify one pine from another.
This publication summarizes the process of pollination in different vegetables and fruits grown by the backyard gardeners of North Dakota. Successful pollination is needed for fruit or berry production. The role of pollinators in growing vegetables and fruits is summarized as well as best management practices to attract and protect pollinators.
North Dakotans can nourish pollinators by planting flowers that produce nectar and pollen. However, not all flowering perennials are equal. This publication discusses pollinator preferences for native species and ornamental cultivars of aster, baptisia, bee balm and sedum.
Home-grown potatoes, or those purchased at a farmers market or other venues, are a nutritious part of a healthy diet from early July until the following spring in northern areas.
This is a valuable resource for organizations interested in starting a community orchard. It provides information on how to plan the orchard, select fruits and organize volunteers. It also provides sources of plants, sample budgets, funding opportunities, sample contracts and bylaws, and sources of technical advise.
Spruce is commonly planted in urban and rural landscapes in North Dakota and frequently suffers from needle loss. Premature needle loss of spruce is the result of a variety of causes: improper planting, environmental stress, insect pests and disease.
This publication describes proper methods of tree planting and advantages/disadvantages of different types of nursery stock. Common mistakes and misperceptions are discussed, as well as post-planting care.