Tree Fruits The University's fruit breeding program began nearly a century ago and is one of the oldest, continuous programs in North America. Read more >> Apples Growing apples is fun and rewarding, but failure to bear fruit is a common problem. Read more >> Small Fruits Strawberries, currants, gooseberries, and raspberries are easy to grow in most of Minnesota. Read more >> Ornamental Trees Proper planting is critical if you want healthy, vigorous trees and shrubs. Read more >> Shrubs When to prune small trees and shrubs depends on when they flower. Read more >> Chrysanthemums The chrysanthemum breeding project at the U of M was initiated in the 1930s. Read more >> Vegetables Numerous vegetables have been introduced by the U of M Agricultural Experiment Station. Read more >> Grapes Sunlight and high temperatures are needed to completely ripen grapes. Read more >> Azaleas Azaleas do best in full sun but will tolerate light shade. Read more >> Author: M. H. Meyer Contributors: J. L. Luby, H. Pellett, N. O. Anderson, P. D. Ascher, C. Thill, D. W. Davis, F. Lauer, E. Hoover, D. K. Wildung, M.E. Zins, Department of Horticultural Science Photographer, Editor and Writer: David Hansen, U of M Agricultural Experiment Station Designer: Nancy H. Teufert, River West Design

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