Where to see cherry blossoms in the D.C. area, mapped
As spring approaches, the cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C., and its surrounding areas come into full bloom, bursting into a spectacle of pink and white that draws more than a million visitors every year.
When will Duke Gardens’ cherry blossoms bloom? Here’s what to know about visiting
But the best guess, as of publication, is that the blooms will be in view toward the middle of the month, around Monday, March 17. Visitors can check Duke Gardens’ website ( gardens.duke.edu/cherry-blossoms) to see daily photo updates and soon, watch a livestream of the cherry allée. Last year, peak bloom was around March 20, 2024.
Everything you need to know about DC’s 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival
The Tidal Basin will soon be lined with pink cherry blossom trees, and the countdown is officially on. In just under 20 days, on March 20, the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival will kick off in Washington,
When do cherry blossoms bloom in DC? National Park Service announces peak dates.
The peak bloom date is "defined as the period when 70% of the Yoshino Cherry blossoms are open," according to the National Park Service.
What stage are D.C.’s cherry blossoms in? Tracking the buds to peak bloom.
Spurred by D.C.’s recent sunny, mild weather, the Tidal Basin cherry blossoms reached the first stage of development Tuesday. The cycle could accelerate soon.
Cherry Blossom Festival blooms again in Washington, D.C.
We were able to go to the festival years ago when I was in the Army and we lived in Petersburg, Virginia, and it was spectacular!
Charming cherry blossom teas around D.C.
Many of the city's popular tea services go all-out with cherry blossom-themed blends, bites and decor. State of play: Afternoon tea is increasingly popular in D.C., especially at luxury hotels — though more casual places are joining the fun (most require reservations regardless).
This Gilt travel deal gets you in Washington, DC to see the cherry blossoms in peak bloom for 45% off
Cherry blossoms will be in full bloom over the next few weeks, so it's a great time to book a trip to our nation's capital. Stay at this luxe Viceroy hotel for nearly 50% off.
When and where to see the best cherry blossoms in the U.S.
The tradition of cherry blossom festivals in the U.S. dates to 1935 in Washington, D.C. That’s when the National Cherry Blossom festival was launched to honor Japan’s 1912 gift of some 3,000 trees. Not only do these celebrations in communities around the country persist as symbols of international peace and friendship,
UW’s cherry blossoms could bloom soon
Spring is around the corner, and the University of Washington (UW) says its cherry blossom trees on campus are close to blooming.
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Cherry trees keep their buds super-cool in winter
Dr. Elizabeth Houghton recently graduated from the Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science’s Department of Biology. Her latest ...
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15 things you might not know about cherry blossom
1. Cherry trees belong to the rose family of flowering plants, Rosaceae, which includes roses, apples, pears, almonds, quinces, apricots, plums, cherries, peaches ...
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Here’s our prediction for when D.C.’s cherry blossoms will reach peak bloom
This week, a trio of mild days with highs in the 60s will not just melt away remnant piles of snow, but also should launch the Tidal Basin’s famed Yoshino cherry trees into their bloom process.