I have a very large Magnolia tree in my front yard. It is starting to come into bloom.
They are large white flowers that I allow anybody to pick if they want. (it means fewer cones at the end of the season).
Quite gray all day, no rain. But, it has been rather warm and humid. I think that if the hot weather holds off until about mid May, we will have a fairly normal summer. Hot, Humid, and lots of bugs, etc.
My best,
Blair