Philadelphia's cherry blossoms are on track to reach peak bloom from April 5-8. Why it matters: Cue weekend crowds in Fairmount Park vying for the best selfie content and picnic spots among flowering trees.

Spurred by D.C.’s recent sunny, mild weather, the Tidal Basin cherry blossoms reached the first stage of development Tuesday. The cycle could accelerate soon.

The University of Washington is inviting the community to experience the iconic cherry blossoms in the Quad this spring.The 29 Yoshino cherry trees are expecte

Spring's pink pageant is unfolding at the University of Washington, where the Quad's iconic Yoshino cherry trees are nearing peak bloom, an annual tradition that draws thousands of visitors to campus.

"The most likely time to reach peak bloom is between the last week of March and the first week of April," the NPS says. The NPS has predicted peak bloom will be March 28 to 31 this year, while Storm Team4 predicts peak bloom between March 28 and April 3.

Portland's cherry blossoms are expected to hit peak bloom this week — weather depending — according to Parks and Recreation. The big picture: Blossom lovers vying to snag content of the flowering trees are expected to swarm Tom McCall Waterfront Park starting Thursday through the end of the month — so plan your trip accordingly.

As spring approaches, the cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C., and its surrounding areas come into full bloom, bursting into a spectacle of pink and white that draws more than a million visitors every year.

Visitors can monitor the blooms in real time on the University of Washington's website. Peak bloom means 70% of the buds have emerged. SEATTLE - The University of Washington cherry blossoms on the Seattle campus are a sign that spring is knocking on the door.