Snow?!?

We are measuring 7 inches of snow in the yard this morning.  The lilacs, currants and gooseberries are all dropping with heavy layers of snow on them.    We are most concerned with the apples – in full beautiful bloom yesterday.  We won’t know the full extent of damage for a few days, maybe weeks.  Biggest problem – lack of pollination.  Even if the snow melts off the trees today and flowers are exposed – the insects will just not be out.  Cold nights ahead only add to the worries.  The optimist around here points out some fruit – plums, most of the cherries, even some gooseberries, were done – or almost done – flowering before this snow.  I have a feeling the ducks are going to be mighty upset when we open the barn door.

What a difference 3 days make:  4/20 & 4/23

Poor red currant: