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Lincoln, NE
April 9, 2026

Phenology observation

Leaves Unfolding
ALL UNFOLDED MIDDLE FIRST EARLY BUD BURST NONE
First Leaf
First leaves are completely unfolded (flat) on at least three branches, leaf stem or base must be visible.

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