Photo by Erin
Ed. Note: In fairness the news broke about a half hour ago but my power is out and then my hot spot died on me so I huffed to the DCPL. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, thank God for the public library!!
Last year’s peak bloom was March 17th.
From the National Park Service:
“You heard it here first! We’re predicting Cherry Blossom Peak Bloom to fall between March 28-31 this year. (more…)
photo by angela n.
From the National Park Service:
“It’s almost that time! Our cherry blossom experts are finalizing their projection for peak bloom dates. On Thursday (2/27) we’ll join our partners to share the big announcement, so everyone can begin their spring planning.”
photo by blossombittie
Fear not, in this regard, the NPS has previously written:
“This type of cherry tree (Prunus subhirtella var. autumnalis) regularly displays pinkish white blossoms during warm periods in the fall & winter months. They’ll bloom again in the spring. See them now on the Washington Monument grounds.”
As for today’s temps hitting 80 degrees later, not sure how normal that is…
photos by Emma K Alexandra
Long live new stumpy!
Thanks to Emma for sharing the sad/hopeful photos:
“yellow barriers are up and trees are coming down along the Tidal Basin. I think Stumpy is truly gone.” (more…)
I mean there can only be one stumpy but this guy in Tenleytown might have to scratch that itch next year. Especially if they trim that other dead limb…
Thanks to Zoe for sending: “(Or perhaps he’s lost? lol) Seen at the FDR Memorial.”
Thanks to Susan for sending the shot above, note the flowers and liquor bottle (Makers Mark) at the base.
NPS writes: “While the Arboretum will propagate clippings of “Stumpy” to create trees that are genetic matches, it will still be necessary to remove it as part of the seawall rehabilitation project.”
I always took Stumpy for a gin drinker… (more…)
photo by angela n.
From the National Mall NPS 4:04pm Sunday (3/17, earlier than predicted):
“PEAK BLOOM! PEAK BLOOM! PEAK BLOOM! Did we say PEAK BLOOM?! The blossoms are opening & putting on a splendid spring spectacle. See you soon.”
Photo by Erin
From the National Park Service:
“You heard it here first! We’re projecting #cherryblossom peak bloom to fall between March 23-26 this year. One of #WashingtonDC’s most anticipated events, the gorgeous blossoming trees produce a short-lived scene of splendor.”
photo by Dave Lyons
National Mall NPS with the good springtime news:
“Our cherry blossom experts are finalizing their projection for peak bloom dates. Next week (Thurs, 2/29), we’ll join our partners to share the big announcement, so everyone can begin their spring planning. Follow our social media accounts to get the news first!”
STAY TUNED.