The recent freezes that have affected north and central Georgia have caused a loss of peach blossoms of up to 30% in some areas, according to WSB-TV in Atlanta. This year, peach farmers were feeling hopeful after a cold late December and January gave the trees plenty of chill hours, unlike the past two winters. But the record warm February roused the peach trees out of their winter dormancy and hastened the blooming of the flowers (each of which is a potential peach). So when colder conditions returned, the trees were vulnerable to the cold air. You can watch a video and read more at https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/hall-county/if-you-like-peaches-these-low-temperatures-arent-good/716105090.
