cherry trees

Pink springtime blooms

Cherry trees are trees of the genus Prunus that produce cherries—small stone fruits ranging from sweet to sour.

They're cultivated both for fruit and for ornamental display; Japanese cherry blossoms draw crowds each spring.

The cherry trees along the Potomac are spectacular in April.

Cherry wood is prized in furniture making for its warm reddish tone.

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