Smithsonian Magazine

In Japan, a New Steward for 1,200 Years of Cherry Blossom Data Has Been Found, Sustaining a Climate Change Research Project

Climate scientist Yasuyuki Aono, who died last summer, learned to read ancient Japanese script to compile records on peak bloom dating back to the ninth century C.E.
NBC Washington

We're Halfway There: DC Cherry Blossoms Reach Phase 3 of Blooming

It's happening for us, D.C. The cherry trees around the Tidal Basin have entered phase 3 of their blooming cycle, the National Park Service (NPS) announced Monday. This phase, extension of florets, is ...
The Guardian

After 1,200 years, cherry blossom record to live on despite Japanese scientist’s death

Prof Yasuyuki Aono’s meticulous work charted shifting bloom dates as a marker of climate change Even in his final months, he counted the days until the cherry blossoms. Prof Yasuyuki Aono of Osaka ...
NPR

As D.C.'s cherry blossom trees near peak bloom, here's a guide to their history

The cherry blossoms' peak bloom in Washington, D.C., is approaching, with their presence painting the Tidal Basin in shades of pink and white. As crowds descend upon the nation's capital to witness ...