We set the growing degree day (GDD) clock to ZERO today, April 1st, when we begin accumulating GDD base 50 from now on. April 1 is usually when grape buds begin to expand, although it can be earlier or later in any given year.\ http://agebb.missouri.edu/weather/reports/gddTable.asp Phenology stages according to the Modified E-L … [Read more...] about Grape phenology and GDD accumulation
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Our Starry Magnolia, Magnolia stellata, blossom made it through spring (fingers crossed) with minimal freeze injury. Very pretty. … [Read more...] about Starry magnolia shines this spring