How to know when the frost is over.

Waiting for pecan trees to bud out is a sure sign that the frosty winter weather is over and springtime is here.

Pecan trees are one of the first to bud and bloom in the spring, usually within a few weeks of the last frost. When the buds begin to show, this is a good indication that the last of the winter cold snaps are gone, and temperatures will start to warm up.

Pecan trees are sensitive to cold weather, and can suffer damage to their roots, branches and buds when temperatures drop below freezing. As a result, they are often the first to show signs of life when temperatures warm up. The buds will swell, then turn green as they burst open and reveal the emerging leaves. This is the cue that it's time to start planting and tending to the garden.

The timing of pecan trees budding out also depends on the region. In the southern states, where winters are typically milder, pecan trees may begin to bud out in late winter. In the northern states, however, it may take until early spring for the buds to appear.

Overall, waiting for pecan trees to bud out is an excellent way to determine when winter weather is over and spring has officially arrived. Once the buds start to appear, it's time to break out the garden tools and get ready to enjoy the warmer months ahead.