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Washington D.C. Tidal Basin Cherry Blossom Bloom

March 5 – March 26, 2026

Where Things Stand

The cherry trees at Washington’s Tidal Basin reached peak bloom on Thursday, three days earlier than the National Park Service’s earliest projection. This event occurs when 70 percent of the Yoshino blossoms are open, signaling the height of the city's most famous spring tradition. Experts originally expected the peak to happen between March 29 and April 1, but the trees moved through their final flowering stages ahead of schedule.

Key Statements

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The National Park Service reports cherry trees at Washington's Tidal Basin reached peak bloom on Thursday, three days earlier than the agency's earliest projected date.

This confirms the final status of the bloom compared to the initial scientific projections.

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D.C.'s famous cherry trees hit peak bloom 3 days early

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D.C.'s cherry trees sprout puffy white blossoms on way to peak bloom

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Washington's cherry blossoms on the cusp of peak bloom -- here's where to see them

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Green buds appear on D.C. cherry trees, kicking off road to peak bloom

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National Park Service reveals peak dates for DC cherry blossom season

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D.C.'s cherry blossoms will peak between March 29 and April 1, Park Service says

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