March marks the seasonal transition to spring, following a significantly colder winter, with the U.S. experiencing its coldest January since 2011 according to AccuWeather. Spring’s onset is approximately ten days behind last year’s schedule. Current weather patterns are characterized by temperature fluctuations, with daytime highs reaching 65 degrees and nighttime lows dropping into the 40s. These conditions present a potential threat to early-blooming flora, similar to the 2022 Saucer Magnolia frost damage. While daffodils are emerging, they are susceptible to freezing temperatures. Crocuses, however, demonstrate resilience, with their ability to regulate their blooms in response to light and temperature changes.
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Spring’s first heralds, crocuses and snowdrops, paint the city with vibrant splashes of white, yellow, and purple. Joining them, the early-blooming hybrid witch hazels, with their distinctive yellow, spiky flowers, are a sure sign of the season’s arrival. These deciduous shrubs and small trees can be found throughout the city’s gardens and parks. For an impressive display, Madison Square Park boasts over 70 varieties, and they’re offering special lunchtime tours in early March. Check their Instagram for details:
Though last year’s Okame cherries blossomed by March 16th, they’re still in their starting phase this year. We’re eager to see how they develop in the coming week.
Cherry Blossom – NYC Vs Washington DC
There are three predictions of when the Cherry blossom will reach its peak bloom in Tidal Basin at Washington DC.
National Park Service: March 28 – 31.
Washington Post: March 23 – 27.
NBC Storm Team 4: March 28 – April 3.
They all usually update the predictions during the season.
Depends on the weather, It usually takes 2-3 more weeks for the NYC to reach its peak bloom, .
For comparison, in 2021, cherry blossom in DC had peaked bloom on March 21. NYC reached the peak bloom on April 7.
In 2022, cherry blossom had peaked bloom on March 22, while NYC reached the peak bloom on April 8.
In 2023, cherry blossom had peaked bloom on March 23, while NYC reached the peak bloom on April 8.
In 2024, cherry blossom had peaked bloom on March 17, while NYC reached the peak bloom on April 5.
If you want more information about the cherry blossom in DC, I recommend checking HTTP://cherryblossomwatch.com @cherryblossomwatch for all reports.
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