Nagano Prefecture is famous for its fresh produce of fruits.
The yield of apples in Nagano is the second largest in Japan.
Besides the apples, Kyoho grapes, pears, watermelons, prunes, apricots and blueberries are also produced widely.
Come summer, we will be able to pick up fresh grapes from the vines or pick up a bottle of red wine from the winery.
The apple trees started flowering in the beginning of May.
The blossoms are pinkish white with a delicate fragrance.
Do you know that fruit flowers are bisexual with both female and male parts?
They have to be cross pollinated to produce fruits. Some farmers release honeybees during the flowering season in order to pollinate the flowers.
Last week, we discovered little apples growing on the trees.
In another 3 months, it will be the apple harvesting season.
I will post again when the apples are red and ripe.
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