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Published: Friday, 20 January 2023 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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The sights of unfurling foliage, the scents of flowers and the return of birds<\/a> and insects whose lives are intertwined with them are reminders that we too have emerged safely from another winter, giving us the impression that the world is alive with new possibilities.<\/p>\n

Blossoming trees are one of spring\u2019s most stirring sights.\u00a0A walk along a hedgerow<\/a> or woodland<\/a> edge in spring is one where every flower tells a story.<\/p>\n

Our guide takes closer look at some of the most common spring blossoming trees in the UK countryside \u2013 including blackthorn, hawthorn and crab apple<\/a>. We reveal how, when and which trees blossom in the UK in springtime.<\/p>\n

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Crab apple trees blossom in mid to late May\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

When is the best time of year to see blossom?<\/h2>\n

Blossom can be seen throughout the British countryside from as early as February and right through spring to early summer.<\/p>\n

Where are the best places to see blossom in the UK?<\/h2>\n

A number of common trees \u2013 such as hawthorn, blackthorn<\/a> and apple \u2013 produce blossom, meaning your chances of seeing them in bloom on your next springtime walk<\/a>, not matter where you are, are high.\u00a0Look for spring blossom in hedgerows, along forest verges, as solitary trees and in gardens.<\/p>\n

If you prefer the idea of seeing blossom in a more contained setting, there are plenty of parks and gardens around Britain that offer exactly this.<\/p>\n

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The National Fruit Collection at Brogdale<\/a> in Kent has over 3,500 cultivars, making it one of the world\u2019s largest collections and one of the best places in the county for seeing spring blossom. Visit for the Hanami Festival \u2013 a cherry blossom celebration.<\/p>\n

Best gardens to visit this spring<\/h4>\n

Sunshine on your face, the scent of blossom in the air, the dreamy song of a blackbird. What better way to while away a spring day than in an idyllic country garden?<\/p>\n