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8 Places Where You Can Witness Epic Cherry Blossoms

Portland may be known for its gray, dreary winters, but the city more than makes up for it with the arrival of the cherry blossoms each spring.

Blooming from mid- to late March until early April, the cherry blossoms brighten various picturesque spots throughout the city. Tom McCall Waterfront Park is packed with 100 cherry trees situated along the Willamette River, while the expertly cultivated cherry blossoms at the Japanese Gardens — considered one of the most authentic traditional Japanese gardens outside of Japan — are both stunning and serene. About a mile from the gardens, the Hoyt Arboretum is home to more than 200 varieties of cherry trees planted along the Wildwood Trail.

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