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Garden Rose
Rosa cultivars
Spring
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Prunus serrulata
Delicate pink or white blossoms from ornamental cherry trees. Symbol of spring in Japan. Sakura. Fleeting beauty. Used in branches for dramatic arrangements. Cultural significance worldwide.
Spring
Temperate
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Stays fresh for 5 to 10 days
when properly cared for
Delicate, sweet almond-like fragrance with hints of vanilla
Leaves and stems contain cyanogenic glycosides - toxic if ingested in quantity
Japan has over 200 varieties of ornamental cherry trees
Cherry blossom viewing (Hanami) has been practiced in Japan for over 1,000 years
Washington DC received 3,000 cherry trees from Japan in 1912
The blossoms symbolize the ephemeral nature of life in Japanese culture
Cherry blossoms originated in the Himalayan region and spread throughout East Asia. In Japan, they have been celebrated for over 1,000 years as symbols of renewal and the fleeting nature of life. The famous Washington DC cherry blossoms were a gift from Tokyo in 1912 and remain a symbol of US-Japan friendship.
