Cherry Blossoms ahead of schedule

It’s getting close to that time when cherries start to blossom once again.

Cherry blossoms symbolizes both life and death. As the coming of spring promises new life, so the blooming of cherry blossoms brings a sense of vitality and vibrancy. At the same time, their short lifespan is a reminder that life is fleeting.

Nikki Rothwell, director of the Northwest Michigan Horticultural Research Center (NWMHRC), is paying close attention to the weather the past few days with a cold front moving on Tuesday and Wednesday that could threaten a fast-track cherry blooming cycle by dropping below 30 degrees.