anthesis

/ænˈθiːsɪs/
noun
  1. The time when a flower opens and its pollen is released.
    • Gardeners track anthesis to know when to pollinate their crops.
    • The cherry tree reaches anthesis in early spring.
    • Bees are most active during anthesis of the lavender plants.
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