This book focuses on fruit production in the American states of Minnesota, North and South Dakota, Iowa and Wisconsin. Despite the prevailing harsh climate, a careful, informed selection makes it possible to successfully grow hundreds of fruit cultivars in this area. To assist the grower, the author has included maps reflecting the fruit hardiness zones for each state which are augmented with a guide to cultivar selection. The book is non-technical in nature, although readers who desire additional information will find an expanded list of references at the end of each chapter. The author's aim is not only to provide a practical guide to growing fruit for home gardeners and small commercial growers, but also to present the historical and economic aspects of fruit production in the upper Midwest.