Spring is a wonderful time of the year, with symbols of rebirth, hope, and a new beginning after the winter thaws. Spring is represented by many symbols, such as flowers or rain, but the Japanese cherry blossom stands out. With pastel pink flowers and a very soft fragrance, it’s easy to see its appeal. While multiple variants of the cherry blossom exist, the Japanese cherry blossom (or Sakura tree) has made its name for being a symbol of hope and trust throughout history.
For example, in 1912, Japan gave the U.S. cherry blossoms to plant as a symbol of friendship between the countries. Today, they inspire merchandise and aesthetics culminating around their beauty and colors, sometimes as a way to celebrate their brief bloom. These trees still stand today, most famously in Washington, D.C., where people gather to see them for the few weeks that they’re in full bloom.
You can find them all over the U.S. In Ohio, a large grove can be found at Ault Park in Cincinnati. These trees are at around peak bloom this time of year, which is late March to early April. Their beauty and colors are definitely worth seeing in full bloom.
