While the cherry blossom tree is easy to grow, regular pruning is crucial for the tree's overall health and aesthetic.

When considering the blossom of spring, most will immediately think of the flowering cherry tree as the herald of the season.

The university's trees are enjoyed by students and staff and attract visitors to the campus A university is looking ahead to spring blossom and sunshine by planting its 300th cherry tree.

TOMIOKA, Fukushima Prefecture--Cherry blossom trees are in full bloom in an area that is still partly a no-go zone due to the triple meltdown at the nearby Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant.