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2019 DC cherry blossom peak bloom prediction dates announced
The Yoshino cherry trees are predicted to reach peak bloom between April 3 to 6, The National Park Service announced Wednesday morning.
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2019 cherry blossoms in DC: Everything you need to know
Cherry blossom season is on the brink of blooming. Here’s everything you need to know about 2019’s cherry blossoms, including when they bloom and the best places to see them.
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Gone with the wind? Thursday’s gusts may blow away DC’s cherry blossoms
If you haven’t checked out D.C.’s cherry blossoms yet, you may want to very soon. The National Park Service said Wednesday that the blooms may soon be gone.
11 months ago -
Photos: 2018 cherry blossoms
Peak bloom for Washington, D.C.’s iconic Yoshino cherry blossoms is underway at the Tidal Basin. See photos of the trees and their wonderful flowers.
12 months ago -
Fireworks for Cherry Blossom Festival, low temperatures threaten blooms
Petalpalooza, formerly known as the Southwest Waterfront Fireworks Festival, may be the last time to see the cherry blossoms at their peak, due to weather forecasts.
12 months ago -
Helpful FAQ: The 2018 National Cherry Blossom Festival
Throughout its weeks-long run, the National Cherry Blossom Festival will have a variety of family-friendly events — from concerts to parades and more. Here are the essential details.
12 months ago -
Now in peak bloom, cherry blossoms face wintry threat
For fans of D.C.’s cherry blossoms, the biggest concern this weekend isn’t going to be the rain or even the chances of a few snowflakes but the bitterly cold overnight temperatures. The National Park Service says this is the number to watch.
12 months ago -
Best time to see cherry blossoms — early morning
With the peak of the cherry blossoms underway, expect crowds along the Tidal Basin. Consider an early morning visit to avoid them.
12 months ago -
After Mother Nature ‘put us through the wringer,’ peak bloom is here
After cold snaps, March snow showers and gusty April winds, cherry blossom peak bloom finally arrived April 5, the National Park Service said.
12 months ago -
Cherry blossoms’ peak bloom nears, but winds could wreak havoc
About a fifth of the Yoshino cherry trees spread along the Tidal Basin are now at full blossom, the National Park Service says — ahead of expected strong winds later this week that could wreak havoc on the newborn blossoms.
12 months ago -
Despite snowy forecast, cherry blossoms advance to ‘puffy white’ stage
The cherry blossoms’ peak bloom is expected a few days earlier than planned as the blossoms have advanced to the “puffy white” stage, despite the possible snow on Monday.
12 months ago -
Can’t-miss events: The 2018 National Cherry Blossom Festival
Enjoy fireworks, concerts and other family-friendly entertainment around the Tidal Basin and National Mall during the 2018 National Cherry Blossom Festival. Check out this year’s highlights.
12 months ago -
AP PHOTOS: Cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Tokyo
Japan’s famous cherry blossoms have reached full bloom in Tokyo as spring-like weather descends on the nation’s capital. See photos.
12 months ago -
Metro offers advice to March For Our Lives, cherry blossom riders
Metro is putting all hands on deck for the massive crowds expected due to the March For Our Lives, the National Cherry Blossom Festival and spring break tourist season, and the transit agency is offering some specific advice for the hundreds of thousands of people expected to ride Saturday.
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Wintry mix not expected to impact cherry blossoms’ peak bloom date, park service says
Even if the region gets coated in snow, peak bloom of the cherry blossoms is still expected to occur on the Tidal Basin sometime between March 27 and March 31, the National Park Services says.
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