Its name comes from its timing—blooming around the spring equinox (higan) in western Japan. The blossoms are small and pale pink, and they can be recognized by their round, swollen calyx at the base ...

A cold spring means it won't flower until later. Different varieties of cherry blossom tree are in bloom at different times. The average tree only blossoms for about two weeks — so it's no use ...

Which type of cherry tree do I have? There are three groups of cherries, based on different species, and it is important to know which you have, as established trees are pruned differently. Sweet ...

The 230-plus cherry blossom trees at the Missouri Botanical Garden typically bloom from March to April. Head straight to the Missouri Botanical Garden‘s 14-acre Japanese Garden for a front seat to the ...

At the festival’s opening ceremony on Feb. 1, Mayor Shigehiro Kishi said the town will provide subsidies to help residents maintain cherry trees in their gardens and elsewhere. Kawazu-zakura is ...

This region, home to spectacular natural scenery, is one of Japan's popular blossom destinations. The Somei Yoshino cherry tree, a variety developed in the last century, lends a mysterious beauty to ...

Some scenic locations to view the cherry blossoms include Dalmaji Hill, a serene hilltop road lined with cherry trees that provide breathtaking coastal views of the sea framed by pink blossoms.

SEATTLE — There were reports of downed power lines, fallen trees and power outages across western Washington Monday night due to high winds. Fire crews rescued three people after a tree fell on ...

These species bloom beautifully in areas such as Flagstaff, Sedona, and even Phoenix. In addition to these native cherry trees, Arizona also celebrates its own version of the sakura matsuri festival, ...