Re: Dogwoods and Holly

Bill Bridgeland (wtbwild@erols.com)
Fri, 27 Nov 1998 14:03:38 -0500


To all,

I have been politely informed that my previous post citing persimmon 
as a fruit needing frost to ripen was incorrect.  The species ranges 
to southern Florida where frost is obviously rare, so I should have 
realized this.  My misconception was based on the fact that the fruits 
ripen very late, which in the northern part of its range usually means 
after first frost. I apologize for the mistake, and I am grateful to 
be properly informed.  It is good to know that there are those on the 
list who are both vigilant for facts and discreet with their 
corrections.

Bill Bridgeland
Sparks, MD