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"Cherry Blossom Highlights in Washington, D.C."

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Source: The Washington Post
"Cherry Blossom Highlights in Washington, D.C."
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Washington's cherry blossoms reached peak bloom, attracting thousands of visitors and resulting in stunning photographs shared by Capital Weather Gang readers. Despite potential petal-stripping winds, the cool weather pattern should keep the blossoms in full bloom into the weekend as the National Cherry Blossom Festival begins, although a Saturday rainstorm may signal the end of this year's bloom. Additionally, the celebrated cherry tree nicknamed Stumpy has become a highlight of the 2024 bloom, earning the title of "most photographed" and "best in show."

Topics:nationtravel-and-events#cherry-blossoms#national-cherry-blossom-festival#peak-bloom#stumpy#travel-and-events#washington
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  1. Top photos of cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C., at the Tidal Basin  The Washington Post
  2. 150 of D.C.'s cherry blossom trees will be cut down due to sea rise  NPR
  3. Washington's Cherry Blossoms Reach Near-Record Early Bloom  The New York Times
  4. Tips for planting a cherry blossom tree (or something similar) in your yard  WTOP
  5. Special trumpet tribute before the removal of DC's beloved cherry tree 'Stumpy'  WJLA

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