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Thunderstorms are forecast for tomorrow, so I added a sticker spreader to the first peach cover spray - mostly to help with rain fastness. I’m still learning whether it makes a real difference, but so far, the coverage seems to be holding better than without it.
The bees have done their part — early apple blooms set a good number of clusters, and now the petals are falling to reveal tiny fruit. I’m so grateful for them… I think I’ve mentioned before how much I admire their restless work? (Forgive me if I’m repeating myself. I find them to be fascinating.) I’m hoping to get the first apple cover spray on early next week.
I haven’t checked the pears yet — I’ve been focused elsewhere. It’s been dry this spring, so fire blight isn’t on my radar right now. Last year’s floods took out the more vulnerable pear varieties — the ones still growing may simply be better adapted to our conditions. I’m paying attention, learning what survives, and adjusting as I go.
Jesus is Lord and Christ
The bees have done their part — early apple blooms set a good number of clusters, and now the petals are falling to reveal tiny fruit. I’m so grateful for them… I think I’ve mentioned before how much I admire their restless work? (Forgive me if I’m repeating myself. I find them to be fascinating.) I’m hoping to get the first apple cover spray on early next week.
I haven’t checked the pears yet — I’ve been focused elsewhere. It’s been dry this spring, so fire blight isn’t on my radar right now. Last year’s floods took out the more vulnerable pear varieties — the ones still growing may simply be better adapted to our conditions. I’m paying attention, learning what survives, and adjusting as I go.
Jesus is Lord and Christ
