Old Fashioned On Purpose
We’ve gained a lot from modern life—but we’ve also lost something along the way. We’re more disconnected from our food, our hands, our communities, and the skills that once made everyday life feel grounded. On the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast, bestselling author Jill Winger explores what’s still worth keeping from the old ways—and how to make it work in real life now. Expect conversations about from-scratch food, old-fashioned skills, entrepreneurship, home, land, and what it means to build a meaningful life without turning it into another impossible ideal.
Old Fashioned On Purpose
S17: E8: Yes, You Can Grow Fruit & Nuts in Cold Climates! Here's How.
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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/
OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:
- Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
- Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
- Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
- Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
- Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application
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