The Urbanist’s Guide to Seattle’s 17,000 Best Spots for Cherry Blossoms

Every spring, Seattle bursts into bloom as cherry trees across the city put on a spectacular show and while popular spots like UW’s Quad and the Washington Park Arboretum get plenty of attention, there are hidden gems all over town waiting to be discovered. Using data from five city and university sources, the article mapped out over 17,000 flowering cherry trees and 44,000 total Prunus trees across Seattle. It highlights ten lesser-known streets for prime cherry blossom viewing, plus ten more packed with beautiful Prunus blooms like ornamental plums. There's even an interactive map so you can find blossom hotspots near you!

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