WASHINGTON DC, United States — A closeup view of cherry blossom branches in full bloom at the Tidal Basin. The delicate pink flowers of these Yoshino cherry trees, gifted to Washington DC by Japan in 1912, attract millions of visitors each spring during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
Photograph by David Coleman. The cherry blossoms at Washington DC's Tidal Basin are primarily Yoshino cherry trees (Prunus × yedoensis), known for their pale pink to white five-petaled flowers. These blossoms typically appear in clusters of two to five flowers, creating a stunning display when in full bloom. The blooming period, which usually occurs between late March and early April, lasts only about 7-10 days, making it a brief but celebrated natural event. Each blossom measures about 3-4 cm in diameter and features 5 petals with 30-40 stamens. The flowers emerge before the leaves, covering the branches in a cloud-like profusion of blooms. This annual flowering is not just a beautiful spectacle but also a significant cultural event, symbolizing the enduring friendship between the United States and Japan, renewal, and the ephemeral nature of beauty. The National Park Service carefully monitors the trees' development, providing regular updates on the bloom status, which is highly dependent on weather conditions.
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Location: Tidal Basin, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States
Photo credit: © David Coleman | CherryBlossomWatch / Alamy / Afripics
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