Learn Backyard Fruit Basics with Michigan State University Extension’s online course
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EmailIntroductory fruit growing concepts for small and tree fruits offered through self-paced course.
Would you like to learn more about what it takes to successfully grow fruit in your yard? Are you considering adding some strawberries or brambles to your garden? If you’re wondering how to properly prune your apple trees, then Michigan State University Extension’s Backyard Fruit 101 online course is for you. Designed for beginner fruit growers and those considering planting fruits, this course contains six different modules with over six hours of educational materials and resources. For only $35 you will have access to video recordings and research-based Extension resources.
The six different modules include:
- An introduction to growing fruit which includes information on deciding why you should grow fruit, fruit selection and importance of site requirements
- Brambles, including growing raspberries and blackberries
- Small fruits, including blueberries, strawberries and grapes
- Pome fruits, including apples
- Stone fruits including peaches, nectarines, apricots and cherries
- Unusual fruits
Each module goes over the basics required to successfully grow each of the different types of fruit. Different topics also involve soil testing and management, site preparation, IPM (integrated pest management) principles, importance of pollinators and care and management.
The course is self-paced and participants appreciate the flexibility to complete modules at their own pace. We invite you to register soon for this course, so you can possibly incorporate some fruit into your garden this spring. For more gardening information, please check out the Gardening in Michigan website.
Register for Backyard Fruit 101 Online Course
