Spurred by D.C.’s recent sunny, mild weather, the Tidal Basin cherry blossoms reached the first stage of development Tuesday. The cycle could accelerate soon.

STAGE ONE! Small green buds have arrived on the Yoshino cherry trees around D.C.'s Tidal Basin, marking Stage 1 of 6 on the way to peak bloom,According to the

The National Park Service announced its experts predict cherry blossoms will be in peak bloom from March 28 to March 31. Storm Team4 meteorologist Amelia Draper agrees that the last week of March is the best time to plan your trip to the blossoms.