Tree Fruits

The University's fruit breeding program began nearly a century ago and is one of the oldest, continuous programs in North America.

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Apples

Growing apples is fun and rewarding, but failure to bear fruit is a common problem.

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Small Fruits

Strawberries, currants, gooseberries, and raspberries are easy to grow in most of Minnesota.

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Ornamental Trees

Proper planting is critical if you want healthy, vigorous trees and shrubs.

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Shrubs

When to prune small trees and shrubs depends on when they flower.

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Chrysanthemums

The chrysanthemum breeding project at the U of M was initiated in the 1930s.

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Vegetables

Numerous vegetables have been introduced by the U of M Agricultural Experiment Station.

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Grapes

Sunlight and high temperatures are needed to completely ripen grapes.

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Azaleas

Azaleas do best in full sun but will tolerate light shade.

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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