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