I just noticed that the tiniest bud has just shown. I heard that this species can be self-fertile, but I'm not sure, so if anyone (in the U.S.) has pollen available, it might be worth a shot. If you would like some pollen, I'll send anywhere. Doesn't it figure I'll be away til Tuesday noon? :-/ I don't remember from last year how fast these develop....maybe I'll be back in time! Rick Buell New London, CT