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Cherry Blossom Watch Update: April 20, 2015

Tidal Basin, Washington DC

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossom Watch Updates / 2015 Cherry Blossom Watch
Last updated about 5 years ago / Originally published about 6 years ago

DC Cherry Blossoms in 2021

It seems increasingly likely that DC will still be under COVID-19 restrictions in spring 2021 while the cherry blossoms are blooming. So it's shaping up to be a good year to follow along from afar from the safety and comfort of your home.

The cherry blossoms have now well and truly gone. The trees are turning green now as they get covered in leaves, and the reddish-brown flower stems are falling off. Last night’s heavy rain helped that process along. I didn’t spot any straggler trees still with any significant number of flowers, although you can find the occasional individual flowers on the occasional tree. But for all intents and purposes, the main cherry blossom show is over. If you’re looking for cherry blossoms now, we’ll have a few days of the Kwanzan cherry blossoms (see below).

The tulip magnolias (saucer magnolias) are now mostly done, but the tulips are in full bloom all around town and looking beautiful.

This is the last update for this year. Thanks for following along. I’ve really enjoyed hearing from you. It has been especially fun to hear from those who got to see the cherry blossoms for the first time. I hope to see you all again in 2016!

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Cherry Blossoms - April 20, 2015

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

The Kwanzan cherry blossoms are now in full bloom, and you can easily spot their bright pink flowers scattered around the area standing out against trees that a gradually greening. I have more on the Kwanzans here as well as where to find some of the largest clusters of them around the Tidal Basin, West Potomac Park, and East Potomac Park.

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms

Photographing Flowers

At this time of year, there are beautiful flowers to be had all over the place. Maybe in your backyard. Maybe in the local park.

These are ere are some of my favorite books that I've reviewed on taking photos of flowers:

Macro Photography for Gardeners and Nature Lovers: The Essential Guide to...
Macro Photography for Gardeners and Nature Lovers: The Essential Guide to...
  • Timber Press OR
  • Detrick, Alan L. (Author)
$20.49
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Photographing Flowers: Exploring Macro Worlds with Harold Davis
Photographing Flowers: Exploring Macro Worlds with Harold Davis
  • Focal Press
  • Davis, Harold (Author)
$31.29
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By David Coleman

Page last updated about 5 years ago

Latest Development Milestone

Winter Dormant
Green Buds
Florets Visible
Extension of Florets
Peduncle Elongation
Puffy White
Peak Bloom
Green Leaves
Fall / Autumn

Cherry Blossoms: The Official Book of the National Cherry Blossom Festival
Cherry Blossoms: The Official Book of the National Cherry Blossom Festival
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The Cherry Blossom Festival: Sakura Celebration
The Cherry Blossom Festival: Sakura Celebration
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Comments

  1. Mike says

    April 22, 2015 at 7:54 am

    Wow what a great big change since we were there two weeks ago, it is still beautiful however!

    Reply
    • David says

      April 23, 2015 at 12:48 pm

      Yes, things turn around quickly.

      Reply
  2. Rice6 says

    April 20, 2015 at 11:17 am

    David,

    I started following your website months prior to my trip… When we arrived, it all looked familiar because we recognized those spots from your great pictures! I was still reading your blog while I was there and now back home, I just have to see what I’m missing out.. All my life, I’ve heard so much about these cherry blossoms and finally I was there and got to see the most beautiful scene of flowers everywhere in town. Simply amazing!!!

    Thanks for your beautiful work, your information and tips helped our trip a lot more enjoyable and less stress in the new town. Keep up the good work!

    Reply
    • David says

      April 23, 2015 at 12:48 pm

      Glad you enjoyed your visit!

      Reply

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