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Yoshino(Prunus x yedoensis)The most common cherry, comprising 70% of all trees.

Kwanzan(Prunus serrulata ‘Kwanzan’)Blooms 10 to 14 days after the Yoshinos. Showy, pink flowers.

Takesimensis Cherry(Prunus Takesimensis)Found near Hains Point. More flood tolerant than other varieties.

Afterglow(Prunus x yedoensis ‘Afterglow’) An early-bloomer bearing clouds of showy pink flowers.

Autumn Flowering(Prunus Subhirtella ‘Autumnalis’)Blooms throughout the year on Washington Monument grounds.

Weeping(Prunus Subhirtella ‘Pendula’)Drooping growth pattern.

Akebono(Prunus x yedoensis ‘Akebono’) A hybrid of the Yoshino, found near the John Ericsson Memorial.

Fugenzo(Prunus serrulata ‘Fugenzo’)Distinguished by their double pink flowers.

Usuzumi(Prunus spachiana ‘Ascendens’)Branches reach upward in a ‘V’ with a flat top.

Sargent(Prunus sargentii)Planted individually on East Potomac Park. Deep pink flowers.

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National Cherry Blossom FestivalNational Mall and Memorial Parks National Park ServiceU.S. Department of the Interior

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Okame(Prunus x ‘Okame’)A small, round headed cherry which blooms with bright pink flowers.

Shirofugen(Prunus serulata ‘Shirofugen’)One of the last cherries to bloom. Flowers are large and white.

National Cherry Blossom FestivalNational Mall and Memorial Parks National Park ServiceU.S. Department of the Interior

Enjoy a Beautiful TraditionInspired by a visit to Japan in 1885, Eliza Scidmore – writer, editor, and lecturer for the National Geographic Society – worked to get cherry trees planted along the Potomac River. First Lady Helen Taft embraced the idea which led to the gift of over 3,000 trees from Japan to the United States. Japanese Viscountess Iwa Chinda joined First Lady Taft to plant the first cherry trees along the shore of the Tidal Basin in a simple ceremony in 1912.

The trees are a living symbol of the friendship between Japan and the United States. Beginning in 1982 and as recently as 2011, cuttings of original trees have been sent to Japan to retain the genetic lineage. Crowds gather to see the majesty of the cherry trees in bloom, enjoying a magical springtime moment when a walk near the trees feels like a walk in the clouds.

Explore the Festival with a Park RangerDaily Programs March 15 through April 9

Cherry Blossom TalksDaily: 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm, 6 pmMeet at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial PlazaDaily: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pmMeet in front of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Bookstore

Junior Bloomin’ RangerDaily: 10 am to 6 pm (March 15 to April 2)Complete an activity booklet to earn a Cherry Blossom Festival junior ranger badge. Booklets are available at NPS kiosks throughout the park.

Special Programs

Lantern WalkFridays, Saturdays, and SundaysMarch 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31, April 1, 2, 7, 8 (no walk April 9)8 to 10 pm Meet at National Park Service Information Tent in the Tidal Basin Welcome Area. Bring your flashlight for an evening stroll.

Run with a RangerSaturdays, March 18, 25, April 1, and 89 to 10 amMeet at the Washington Monument Lodge on 15th Street, NWJoin a ranger on a ~3.5 mile, 1 hr. run to learn about the cherry trees.

Pups ‘n’ Petals Dog WalkSaturdays and SundaysMarch 18, 19, 25, 26, April 1, 2, and 8 (no walk April 9)2 to 4 pmMeet at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial near East Basin DriveTake your pet for a walk among the cherry trees. Dogs must be leashed.

Cherry Bike ToursSaturdays March 18, 25, April 1, and 81 to 4 pmMeet at the Lincoln Memorial PlazaBring your own bike, helmet and water for a leisurely ride with Rangers exploring the history of the Cherry Blossoms.

Birds and BloomsSaturdays March 18, 25, April 1, and 87:30 to 9 amMeet at the World War II Memorial Contact Station Bring your binoculars to discover the birds of the National Mall.

For a full list of park events see: nps.gov/nama/planyourvisit/calendarFor more infomation on the Festival see:www.nps.gov/cherry

Follow us at @NationalMallNPS

Meet Paddles

OPENING CEREMONYMarch 25, 2017, 5 to 6:30 pmWarner Theatre, 513 13th Street, NW

BLOSSOM KITE FESTIVALApril 1, 2017, 10 am – 4:30 pmWashington Monument Grounds near 17th Street, NW and Constitution Avenue

NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL PARADEApril 8, 2017, 10 am to Noon Constitution Avenue – From 7th to 17th streets, NW

SAKURA MATSURI JAPANESE STREET FESTIVAL April 8, 2017, 10:30 am to 6 pmPennsylvania Ave, NW (between 9th and 14th Streets)

ANACOSTIA RIVER FESTIVALApril 9th, 2017, 1 to 5 pmAnacostia Park, Anacostia Drive & Good Hope Road, SE

SOUTHWEST WATERFRONT FIREWORKS FESTIVALApril 15, 20172 – 9:30 pm, District Wharf – 600-650 Water Street, SW6 – 9 pm, Titanic Memorial, Southwest Waterfront ParkFireworks display 8:30 pm (weather permitting)

Beavers cut down trees to build their homes. ‘Paddles’ does too but he never cuts down trees or damages things in national parks. He knows that parks are special places. He respects the rules so that everyone can enjoy the beauty and history of parks for years to come.

At the Cherry Blossom Festival Paddles wants you to know that climbing on the trees, picking blossoms, and walking on the roots hurts trees. Please resist temptation like Paddles and keep our trees healthy!

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