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Forced Pink & White Cherry Branches: Timing Before Natural Bloom

Newsletter dated March 21, 2022

This March 2022 update describes how Oregon Coastal Flowers forces pink and white cherry branches ahead of the outdoor flowering season. It also records differences between early pink and white cherry opening.

Cherry branches, pink from Oregon Coastal Flowers
Cherry branches, pink from Oregon Coastal Flowers. Representative photography; harvest colors and forms vary. View original on Flickr ↗

Why bloom timing matters

The farm explained that forcing brings branches into flower before their natural season, while its best quality was associated with harvests closer to natural bloom. Buyers planning a display should discuss the event date and starting bud stage rather than treating every spring delivery alike.

Pink and white do not always open together

In this early-season newsletter, pink cherry was slower to open than white cherry. The photographs included Mt. Fuji double white cherry and pink flowering branches, illustrating differences in form as well as color.

The family behind the harvest

Patrick shared that Nina had earned 100 percent on an accounting final at Oregon State during her freshman year and hoped to return to the business. This historical note captures a daughter’s growing connection to the family flower farm.

Plan your next order with our farm.

Oregon Coastal Flowers supplies wholesale flowers, branches, foliage, and natural materials from Tillamook, Oregon. Tell us your business name, products, quantities, delivery ZIP, and desired arrival date. Our team confirms availability, shipping, and final pricing.

About this archived newsletter

Original article title: 3.21.22 Forced Cherry Branches Pink & White Blossoms.

Web archive created December 11, 2022. This can differ from the original email date because newsletters were converted to webpages in the off-season.

The recorded date comes from the original title or dated newsletter content; the exact email send time has not been independently confirmed.