Cherry Blossoms in Seattle - Olivia Michelle

Cherry Blossoms are by far one of my favorite bloom seasons in the Pacific Northwest. The University of Washington Campus in Seattle has a huge area of cherry blossom trees and more blooming plants around campus. Here is all the info you need on where to find them and when to see them!

1000 cherry blossom trees were gifted to the city of Seattle on May 8, 1976 by Japan’s Prime Minister at the time, Takeo Miki. They were a gift to celebrate America’s Bi-Centennial and the friendship between the people of Japan and the city of Seattle. Cherry blossom festivals are traditionally known as a celebration of life. People are encouraged to gaze upon the blooms and enjoy a picnic with friends or loved ones.
Read more about the Seattle Cherry Blossom Festival HERE.

The “Peak Bloom” varies each year depending on weather, and is usually in March/April. Once bloomed you will have a two week window to see the flowers in their beautiful pink and white hues. Current predictions say peak bloom will be March 19th-April 2nd this year.

The most popular spot in Seattle to see cherry blossom trees is on the quad at the University of Washington campus. There is a large concentration of trees here including both pink and white blossoms. You can view a map of the campus and where to find the trees on campus HERE.

The most popular spot in Seattle to see cherry blossom trees is on the quad at the University of Washington campus. There is a large concentration of trees here including both pink and white blossoms. There is plenty of street parking available around campus. You can view a map of the campus and where to find the trees on campus HERE.