by Ann McClellan | Mar 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
Today’s news is that the famous flowering cherry trees around the Tidal Basin are at peak bloom! They raced through the last blooming stages, thanks to last week’s unusually warm weather, though they’re not expected to stay around long since harsher...
by Ann McClellan | Dec 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
This winter, I will be working on my new cherry blossom book, due to be released in early 2022. It will focus on the flowering cherry trees at the U.S. National Arboretum and around the world. I’m excited to share what I’ve learned since my first book came...
by Ann McClellan | Oct 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
Earlier this month, I was speaking with someone on the phone about scheduling a medical test. The conversation went something like this: She: “Ann McClellan? I know that name.” Me: “Do you watch WETA?” She, hesitantly: “Yes.” Me:...
by Ann McClellan | Jun 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
In all the chaos and confusion of this very strange spring, I missed the introduction in May of these stamps, honoring American gardens. They highlight some of my favorites like the Brooklyn Botanic Garden,Huntington, Winterthur and Dumbarton Oaks. I look forward to...
by Ann McClellan | Mar 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
This beautiful weeping cherry lives across the street from me. While I treasure its beautiful shape all year long, it is most sensational in the spring with its cascades of pink blossoms. Its beauty provides solace in the face of the Covid-19 state of emergency.
by Ann McClellan | Feb 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
The ‘Okame’ flowering cherry trees are blooming in my neighborhood! They are hybrids, creating by breeding Taiwan flowering cherry trees (Prunus campanulata) with Fuji cherries (Prunus incisa). Whatever their origins, I’m grateful for their...
