Fruits
Here is the list of fruits that generally will grow well in Utah climate without a greenhouse. Click the icons/images for more details.
What grows well in Utah
Trees
Before you grab a random fruit tree at home depot, make sure the cultivar works for your climate and if it needs another type for cross-pollination. Learn where to plant your trees, how and when to prune, and thin fruits to get best fruit results.
Apples
Every apple tree requires cross-pollination with another apple tree.
Pears
Most pear trees require cross-pollination with another pear tree.
Peaches
Most peach trees are self-pollinating.
Mulberry
Don’t miss this sweet berry that’s well adapted in Utah. There are white or black/red varieties.
Apricots
Most commercial varieties of apricot are self-fertile.
Cherries
Most cherry trees require cross-pollination with another cherry tree.
What grows well in Utah
Vines
Berries all prefer slightly acidic soil and unfortunately Utah soil and water tend to be alkaline. Blueberry is not on the list because it’s the most picky one and people rarely have success…
Strawberries
Usually product fruits for 3+ years and you can propagate with the runners.
Melons
Heat-loving annual plants – best for summer garden.
Raspberries
There are thorn and thorn-less raspberries and they’ll all generate new shoots.
Grapes
Once you plant it, the vine will probably stay with your lifetime.
Blackberries
All blackberries are perennials and they will generate new shoots.
Honeyberry
Never heard about honeyberry? It’s a good alternative for blueberries which are very challenging to grow in Utah.
What grows well in Utah
Rare
Here are some not-so-common fruits that can be grown in Utah without a greenhouse!
PawPaw - coming soon
This magically delicious fruit worth the wait?