In the past week or so, I’ve noticed that a few ornamental cherry trees in the Washington DC area have been coaxed into blooming by the relatively mild winter and the recent spate of 50+ degree days. Even by Washington standards, it’s early for cherries, so naturally I’m wondering how much of this early bloom [...]
Climate change and Washington, DC cherry blossoms
March 12th, 2008 · No Comments · Washington, climate/weather, horticulture
Tags:cherry.blossoms·climate.change·data·DC·horticulture·plant.phenology·Washington
Special places in Washington
February 25th, 2008 · No Comments · Geographic, Washington
In a city with any number of scenic vantage points, there are a few that stand out head and shoulders above others. One is the Washington National Cathedral. The views from the Cathedral afford a spectacular view of the downtown and monumental core of the city, notable landmarks, and built-up areas of around town, such [...]
Tags:architecture·cathedral·DC·National Cathedral·observatory·Washington
