Rain, drizzle, and fog were exchanged for sunshine and plus-degree temperatures last week in parts of Newfoundland, leaving many residents of the St. John's area noticing signs of spring.
At Lester's Farm Market, co-owner Chris Lester said his garlic and rhubarb have sprouted ahead of schedule. An early spring for Lester is exciting, but he says it requires keeping a close eye on some parts of the farm, including the strawberry patch.
"We're more optimistic than concerned about it, to be honest with you," Lester said. "We don't want our strawberries to break dormancy too early because then that leads to trouble protecting them from frost later in the spring."
Lester welcomes warmer temperatures and sunshine to dry out his field for spring. He says he is cautiously optimistic.
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