Portland Japanese Garden Has Some Of The Best Cherry Blossoms In The State
The blooming cherry blossoms are synonymous with spring in Oregon. These beautiful trees, with their pink and white flowers, are one of the most resplendent springtime experiences in The Beaver State. While these flowering trees are all over Oregon, Portland Japanese Garden is where you’ll find some of the very cherry blossoms in the state. This Portland garden comes alive with color each spring; and the celebrated cherry blossoms are truly the park’s crown jewel. Come along while we explore this breathtaking springtime phenomenon:
Every spring, something truly magical happens in Oregon.
The window to see these trees in full bloom is relatively short: typically in March and April, although weather patterns could delay their bloom by a few weeks.
And while there are many places to see cherry blossoms in Oregon, none are quite as spectacular as Portland Japanese Garden.
Three of the essential elements used to create the garden are stone, the "bones" of the landscape; water, the earth's life-giving force; and plants, the ever-changing tapestry of the seasons -- the blooming cherry blossoms being the most splendid seasonal signifier.
And the center of the Garden, you'll find the most extraordinary cherry blossoms.
The Portland Japanese Garden is the most authentic Japanese garden experience outside of Japan, and the cherry blossoms here are a connection to another time and place.
And experiencing the cherry blossoms at Portland Japanese Oregon is the most glorious way to welcome this resplendent season.
Have you seen the cherry blossoms at Portland Japanese Garden? If you haven’t, you’re in for a treat. Learn more about this perfect Portland park, including when to expect peak cherry blossom bloom, on their website.
For more breathtaking beauty in The Beaver State, definitely pay a visit to The Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm, 40 acres of the state’s most delightful, colorful flowers.
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Address: Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR 97205, USA
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