Last week we planted a couple hundred apple, peach, nectarine, plum and apricot trees. We already have a lot of these, but many of the new varieties we planted will help to lengthen the harvest season, both earlier and later. The plan is to enjoy more fruit, with more variety, for more weeks of the season.

The peaches and other stone fruit are ending their bloom, the pears are at peak bloom, and the apples are just beginning. Apple bloom typically coincides with Mother's Day but global warming seems to be pushing the blossoming earlier and earlier. In years past I recall having an apple orchard in full bloom behind our greenhouses where we were selling Mother's Day hanging flower baskets. This year the Mother's Day flowers and apple blossoms will be enjoyed equally though separately.

Farmer Dave

The Lowell Sun had a nice article last week on the peach crop. See a short video and pictures of Farmer Dave in the orchard.

 

The following items may make an appearance in your shares this week.  The actual contents of your share may differ based on harvest conditions.  As always Mother Nature ultimately dictates what is available.  

 

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• Produce ID Guide
• Vegisode: Spring Share Greens: Identification, Storage, and Preparation
• Vegisode: No Regret Vinaigrettes

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