Tag Archives: Frost

Ginseng Crop Update – Frost and Pests – May 22, 2026

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Sean Westerveld

Weather, Frost and Disease Some areas have experienced frost damage, mostly during last week’s frost events. Most of the damage is confined to field edges and low areas. We used to think that damage along field edges was due to … Continue reading →

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Full Moon and Frost Risk – Is There Really a Connection?

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Sean Westerveld

It is May, the time of year when growers constantly watch the weather because the risk of frost is high. Many growers and gardeners consider the May full moon as an important factor for determining when the last frost of … Continue reading →

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Ginseng Crop Update – Frost Considerations – May 1, 2026

Posted on May 1, 2026 by Sean Westerveld

It is frost season again, and there is a lot of uncertainty at this time of year. Ginseng in older gardens is emerging through the straw and could be susceptible to freezing conditions. Here are some considerations for forecasting and … Continue reading →

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Lavender Crop Update – June 6, 2025

Posted on June 6, 2025 by Sean Westerveld

The earliest angustifolia cultivars are showing some colour in the flower buds in Simcoe (Norfolk County) (Figure 1). Bloom will likely begin in about 2 weeks here. Bloom will be later than last year and probably closer to normal. Figure … Continue reading →

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Ginseng Crop Update – Frost, Rhizoctonia, and Leaf Folders – May 30, 2025

Posted on May 30, 2025 by Sean Westerveld

Frost In the last crop update, I commented on how much colder the temperatures were at Delhi than the forecast the night before. Since then, there have been several nights with temperatures several degrees Celsius colder at Delhi than at … Continue reading →

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Lavender Crop Update – Spring Reminders – May 15, 2025

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Sean Westerveld

Winter Damage The lavender crop should be fully green now, making any winter damage obvious. Plants without any signs of green growth, even at the base of the stems, are likely dead and will need to be replaced. Those plants … Continue reading →

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