Visitors can monitor the blooms in real time on the University of Washington's website. Peak bloom means 70% of the buds have emerged. SEATTLE - The University of Washington cherry blossoms on the Seattle campus are a sign that spring is knocking on the door.

Spring's pink pageant is unfolding at the University of Washington, where the Quad's iconic Yoshino cherry trees are nearing peak bloom, an annual tradition that draws thousands of visitors to campus.

The University of Washington is inviting the community to experience the iconic cherry blossoms in the Quad this spring.The 29 Yoshino cherry trees are expecte

The annual cherry blossom show at UW's Quad draws thousands annually to admire the iconic Yoshino trees in full bloom. Photo: Genna Martin/San Francisco Chronicle via Spring's pink pageant is unfolding at the University of Washington,