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If you live in a cold northern area, you may have assumed growing fruit and nuts was out of the question, but I’m happy to tell you that it’s not!
In this episode, I chat with St. Lawrence Nurseries about the best cold hardy fruit and nut tree varieties, common planting mistakes, and essential care tips for success. We cover watering, fertilizing, pruning, and more to help you cultivate a thriving orchard—even in harsh winters. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced grower, this episode is packed with practical advice!
Podcast Episode Highlights
- Background of St. Lawrence Nursery
- A closer look at cold-hardy fruit trees
- How to figure out what plants you can grow
- Favorite cold-hardy plants
- Growing peaches and pears in a cold region
- Growing cold-hardy nut trees
- When to order and plant trees
- How to plant your trees successfully
- Organic pest control tips
- Dealing with strong winds
- Best watering tips
- How long for fruit production
- Tips for pruning trees
- Final tips and thoughts on cold climate fruit and nut trees
Resources Mentioned in This Podcast Episode:
Learn more about Meal Craft here: https://mealcraftmethod.com/meal-craft-main177846-9453
Learn more about St. Lawrence Nursery here: https://www.slngrow.com/
Email St. Lawrence Nursery at: trees@slngrow.com
Follow St. Lawrence Nursery here: https://www.instagram.com/sln_grow/
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More Tips for Growing Fruit:
- Can You Grow Apples in the Arctic? (podcast episode)
- A Lesson in Rolling with the Punches: Growing Fruit in Wyoming (podcast episode)
- How to Grow Bananas in the Snow (podcast episode)
- Growing Oranges in a Greenhouse (youtube video)
- Planning an Orchard for Your Homestead (blog article)
