26 Feb 2013

 This image was taken almost one year ago on Feb 26, 2013. The bud development looks similar to the next image taken today, Feb. 10, 2014.

It appears that this year the bloom will be about two weeks earlier than it was last year.

Earlier bloom timing can mean more risk of frost.

10 Feb 2014

The bees are in place and appear anxious for the blossom festivities to be underway.