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March 19th, 2018

3/19/2018

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We were reminded recently that Whitehorse is a little ahead of us seasonwise, and realised we had better get on our communications even though we are still enjoying plenty of snow along with the glorious return of the sun. Big news here is that the new catalogue is available, and it's time to begin the transition to spring for all our hardy northern fruit trees.
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To prevent early warming and consequent early bloom or flushing (putting out leaves), vent your shelters once the fear of -30*C is reasonably in the past. We begin by opening a little flap at the top; this also helps moisture escape. As long as the trees remain dormant they will be fine with our oscillating day/night temperatures. Watch for buds swelling - ideally your apple trees will 'wake up' at the same time as the background vegetation such as the aspens. Once that happens, it's time to watch the weather and protect those blooms from frost!

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