Zones

I certainly don't object to the inclusion of zones by those of you who think
they are meaningful, but I do urge everyone to remember that these are very
BROAD categories.  Going by just the zone # without considering other factors
can be quite misleading.  

For example, I am in  Zone 6, 7 or 8, depending on which map you consult.
Borers are not a problem here.  Rot is extremely rare.  Some medians survive,
but rarely bloom   Some TBs survive, but 5% bloom is fairly typical and 25% is
really great year.  OTOH, arilbreds thrive.  

Now, should those of you in these same zones on the East Coast expect to have
similar experiences?   Should I expect bountiful rebloom because Lloyd Zurbrigg
produces such wondrous varieties in Zone 7/8?  NOOOOOOOOO!!!!!  That's why I
prefer to sign off with geographic location.

Sharon McAllister (73372.1745@compuserve.com)
Southern New Mexico
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