What with our early spring this year, and despite later coldness, the genus Picea seems to be headed for a banner growth year around here this year. Especially abies, but all species really, have burst forth with new growth both earlier and more luxuriantly than I think is usual. We've had some timely soaking rains too, and that always seems to push things along, but that happens most springs. I am speculating about the reason, but these trees look especially happy so far this year.

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