Sakura Watch – Updates and Photos for 2014

Sakura Bud & Bloom Tracker

The Somei-Yoshino variety of Sakura were in peak bloom May 9-22, 2014. These blossoms are the most recognized flowers that are bright pink and white with five delicate petals. These trees are located throughout the park with the largest number along the hill and Cherry Blossom path (across the road from Grenadier Cafe) and continue along the side of Grenadier Pond.

The Akebono/Fugenzo variety of Sakura were in peak bloom May 22-27, 2014. These trees are the round, puffy flower variety and resemble doubled up carnations. There are 3 trees located at the bottom of the winding path as well as 8 more located at the bottom of Hillside Gardens and along Grenadier Pond.

The tracker will track % of bloom still able to view with PINK bars.

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New site, New Features!

Welcome to the new website designed to help make your visit more enjoyable with these new features:

  • Bigger Better Photographs

    All 2014 photography will be larger and higher quality

  • Photo slideshows

    Easily view photos in page, slideshow and full resolution

  • Sakura Bloom Tracker

    Know where & how much the trees bloom with a new graphical tracker

  • New look, new ways to interact

    More ways to easily comment and share posts anywhere, anytime!

  • More content and updates

    Watch for new sections and information updates throughout 2014!

Sakura Bloom Prediction

May 24, 2014 – The Akebono/Fugenzo variety of Sakura are in peak bloom! Read more on the Bloom Prediction dates page…

New and Events

Read about Sakura in High Park in the news and see upcoming cherry blossom related events

Follow, Tweet and Share – Everywhere!

Whether to share your love of the Sakura // Cherry Blossoms with the world or simply make it easier to keep up with the Sakura Watch, join any of these social media sites so you don’t miss out on seeing the blossoms this year: