TrevorIn apple trees, winter is a period of dormancy for the fruit buds, which were initiated the previous summer. These buds, contain delicate structure inside protected by a tough outer layer. Sufficient chilling hours during this period is the main mechanism breaking dormancy and allowing the buds to awaken and bloom in the spring. Photoperiodism plays a lesser role. #budburst #apple www.teepeecider.co.nz
Glen L Creasy
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