Future Campus Framework Discussion

[dollarbill44]

They might have but an orange tree costs like $100.

I think it is more likely that they got rid of that semi opaque roof above where the tree was that let enough natural light in to allow the tree to survive living indoors.

What a shame.

I've got some grow lights (for my "tomato" plants) I can donate, if light is the problem.

 

[upperdeck]

but not a problem that simple cheap lighting couldnt solve

 

[dollarbill44]

Anyone know why they're closing Kimmel? Saw that on IG this morning.

 

[shandeezy7]

Anyone know why they're closing Kimmel? Saw that on IG this morning.

Sounds like Schine Food Court is going to be the new late night spot:

Corelife Eatery, Halal Shack to Open at Schine as Kimmel Food Court Permanently Closes – CitrusTV

www.citrustv.com

 

[CuseLegacy]

I've got some grow lights (for my "tomato" plants) I can donate, if light is the problem.

Wait...were you the stumpy at SU who had 'the plants" growing in his closet with grow lights.

 

[dollarbill44]

Wait...were you the stumpy at SU who had 'the plants" growing in his closet with grow lights.

That wasn't me, but I might have known him. I mean, "he" wasn't just one person.
Edit: for the record, this only became a hobby of mine after I moved to a place where it's legal.

 

[sufandu]

They might have but an orange tree costs like $100.

I think it is more likely that they got rid of that semi opaque roof above where the tree was that let enough natural light in to allow the tree to survive living indoors.

What a shame.

Yeah, I'm not even an alumnus, but the idea of having an orange tree growing in CNY when you're "The Orange" is pretty cool.

 

[sutomcat]

Yeah, I'm not even an alumnus, but the idea of having an orange tree growing in CNY when you're "The Orange" is pretty cool.

I know SU does research on trees and genetics. There is certainly the expertise to make this happen.

BTW, I had read about this tree but didn't realize it was right on the Quad. Check it out the next time you are on campus and the weather is decent.

The Tree That Grows 40 Different Kinds of Fruit

A Frankenstein blend of science and art allows one tree to produce 40 different types of stone fruit.

www.atlasobscura.com

 

[OttoMets]

I know SU does research on trees and genetics. There is certainly the expertise to make this happen.
BTW, I had read about this tree but didn't realize it was right on the Quad. Check it out the next time you are on campus and the weather is decent.

The Tree That Grows 40 Different Kinds of Fruit

A Frankenstein blend of science and art allows one tree to produce 40 different types of stone fruit.

www.atlasobscura.com

Yeah, it's near the corner of Hinds, across from the Ben Shahn mural, and I think the tree has some cousins down in front of the Everson on Harrison Street. Pretty neat up close.

 

[TexanMark]

Yeah, it's near the corner of Hinds, across from the Ben Shahn mural, and I think the tree has some cousins down in front of the Everson on Harrison Street. Pretty neat up close.

Sounds interesting to view in May when it flowers and latter in the year when it fruits.

 

[OttoMets]

Sounds interesting to view in May when it flowers and latter in the year when it fruits.

For sure, but it's surprising cool when it's bare: it's disorienting to see a tree with all these different shades and textures of bark coming off different branches.

 

[Shrmdougluvr]

Yeah, it's near the corner of Hinds, across from the Ben Shahn mural, and I think the tree has some cousins down in front of the Everson on Harrison Street. Pretty neat up close.

The one on campus shows up right on google maps.

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www.google.com

 

[OttoMets]

The one on campus shows up right on google maps.

Google Maps

Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps.

www.google.com

They caught the perfect window for that photo: several types of blossoms at peak, but not covered with a May snowfall.

 

[sutomcat]

They caught the perfect window for that photo: several types of blossoms at peak, but not covered with a May snowfall.

Sigh. Sad but true!

 

[longtimefan]

They caught the perfect window for that photo: several types of blossoms at peak, but not covered with a May snowfall.

Syracuse only averages one tenth of an inch of snow in the month of May. Measurable snow, or more than a trace, has occurred in Syracuse only 13 times since records have been kept the last almost 120 years! ... The latest measurable May snowfall occurred on May 17th in 1973. (May 5, 2020)

 

[OttoMets]

Syracuse only averages one tenth of an inch of snow in the month of May. Measurable snow, or more than a trace, has occurred in Syracuse only 13 times since records have been kept the last almost 120 years! ... The latest measurable May snowfall occurred on May 17th in 1973. (May 5, 2020)

I know, I usually scoff at the weather hyperbole too, but this is fresh on my mind because last night my wife was showing me a bunch of photos of me and our kid spreading mulch and then playing in the snow on consecutive days last spring. That memory of bright green leaves on the larch tree/strong sunshine/and a heavy coat of snow on the no-longer-dormant grass is a funny one. It was a striking sight.

 

[rocklloyd]

Syracuse only averages one tenth of an inch of snow in the month of May. Measurable snow, or more than a trace, has occurred in Syracuse only 13 times since records have been kept the last almost 120 years! ... The latest measurable May snowfall occurred on May 17th in 1973. (May 5, 2020)

I recall a mother's day in the middle 90's where we had measurable snow. I had just bought a boat, it was in the water and measurable snow was on the canvas cover. All I thought was it was all my fault for buying a boat.

 

[longtimefan]

I recall a mother's day in the middle 90's where we had measurable snow. I had just bought a boat, it was in the water and measurable snow was on the canvas cover. All I thought was it was all my fault for buying a boat.

They have to take the measurement somewhere. I'm guessing you don't live at the airport.

 

[sufandu]

I recall a mother's day in the middle 90's where we had measurable snow. I had just bought a boat, it was in the water and measurable snow was on the canvas cover. All I thought was it was all my fault for buying a boat.

Yeah, I remember a Mother's Day when my parents had just returned from their winter in Florida. We took my Mom out for brunch and there was at least an inch in the parking lot of the restaurant. I forgot was restaurant, I think it's closed now. I think that was in Cicero.

 

[TexanMark]

I know, I usually scoff at the weather hyperbole too, but this is fresh on my mind because last night my wife was showing me a bunch of photos of me and our kid spreading mulch and then playing in the snow on consecutive days last spring. That memory of bright green leaves on the larch tree/strong sunshine/and a heavy coat of snow on the no-longer-dormant grass is a funny one. It was a striking sight.

Your snow comment about May made you good buds with all the Yukon fans who think Syracuse is the Tundra.

 

[TexanMark]

Yeah, I remember a Mother's Day when my parents had just returned from their winter in Florida. We took my Mom out for brunch and there was at least an inch in the parking lot of the restaurant. I forgot was restaurant, I think it's closed now. I think that was in Cicero.

Plainville Turkey Farm...that is my guess

How unusual is it for snow to fall in Syracuse during the month of May?

After receiving the 2nd warmest February on record, the 7th warmest April on record, 3 days of 80 degrees or higher already for the year, and a high of 77 degrees May 1st, the last thing you probably want to hear is that snow is in the forecast. However, a

cnycentral.com

 

[OttoMets]

Your snow comment about May made you good buds with all the Yukon fans who think Syracuse is the Tundra.

Ouch!

It's ironic, because Storrs actually is the tundra. The most desolate, lifeless place in the Northeast, nothing compares.

 

[TexanMark]

Ouch!

It's ironic, because Storrs actually is the tundra. The most desolate, lifeless place in the Northeast, nothing compares.

It is a plucky place...even a bit gritty

I hear the Mac n Cheese is worth going to jail for.

 

[SU68]

I don't recall any snow in May in the '60s. Maybe it was global warming?

 

[sufandu]

Plainville Turkey Farm...that is my guess

How unusual is it for snow to fall in Syracuse during the month of May?

After receiving the 2nd warmest February on record, the 7th warmest April on record, 3 days of 80 degrees or higher already for the year, and a high of 77 degrees May 1st, the last thing you probably want to hear is that snow is in the forecast. However, a

cnycentral.com

That sounds about right.