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.

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 expected to reach peak bloom in the third week of March,

The National Cherry Blossom Festival is one of Washington’s most popular tourist attractions, drawing more than 1.5 million visitors for three weeks of street parties, concerts, family activities and days to go fly a kite.