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Choosing Self-Pollinating Fruit Trees for Montreal Gardens

For a sunny Montreal backyard with space for play, compact self-pollinating sour cherries or plums are ideal. A Quebec nursery provides region-specific recommendations:

Galetta Nursery Fruit Tree Guide

Look for varieties rated for Zone 4b/5a. Plant in April after soil is workable. Ensure well-drained soil and full sun. Stake young trees and water weekly the first year.

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