Sakura Watch, April 12, 2012 - This weekend is shaping to be both busy and rainy! So now is the time to view the sakura // cherry blossoms.

Sakura Watch, April 10-11, 2012 - After braving the chilling and rain yesterday and heading out for some more filming today, I'll be putting together a video to best show the Sakura // Cherry Blossoms around the various park locations.

Looks like this weekend High Park will be full of activity! For anyone planning on heading out to see the Sakura // Cherry Blossoms, be aware that there will be 2 races run through the park. …

Sakura Watch, April 9, 2012 - BIG UPDATE - Blooming has NOW begun! I hope everyone enjoyed their Easter weekend! …

Sakura Watch, April 6-8, 2012 - Sorry for late update posting! With preparations for Easter weekend, I still squeezed in some time for another walk through the park and have the photos to show …

Sakura Watch, April 5, 2012 - Touring the park late this afternoon has shown a few more blossoms blooming - mostly in the trees by the soccer pitches near the High Park & Bloor entrance.

Sakura Watch, April 4, 2012 - While walking by the soccer fields in this afternoon I finally found the first fully blooming white blossoms!

Sakura Watch, April 3, 2012 - Mixed weather today between sun, overcast and some fairly strong winds, but the buds are beginning to show signs of bright pink and even hints of white on some trees.

Sakura Watch, April 2, 2012 - Normally the Sakura only begin to show signs of blooming in late April to first week of May - but this year signs of new buds are already showing weeks ahead of schedule!

Welcome to Sakura // Cherry Blossoms in High Park - a new blog and website that is designed to celebrate the beauty and cultural traditions of one of nature's wonderful gifts.