[header] How to buy fruit trees [title] Use the plant hardiness zone information to learn what types of fruit trees will survive in your area. [substeps] The united states department of agriculture plant hardiness zone map shows the minimum temperatures expected across the u.s., canada, and mexico. This climate zone map is available online at the united states national arboretum website. 
[title] Study the microclimate for your individual property. [step] Your microclimate refers to weather peculiarities on your property that might be different from the plant hardiness zone for your area.