The planting of the Cherry Trees were originated in 1912 as a gift of friendship to the people of the United States to the people of Japan.

The Cherry Blossoms have a great mass of symbolism & significance to the people of Japan, also it has been an historically an important symbol of nationalism . Though the flowers are representative of the feminine.

Cherry blossom trees have existed in Japan for thousands of years,one of the most popular being Somei Yoshino. It is also called the Yoshino cherry, named after the town Yoshino, where it first grew. The flowers are in clusters of six or five, and they come out before the leaves grow in Spring.It is a small tree and has very beautiful flowers ranging from white to light pink, with an amazing fragrance.

The History Of The Cherry Trees