Monday, March 30, 2026

Monday Morning March Madness Mania!

Go UCONN! Men and Women in the Final Four!

Our 15th year of Photoblogumentary Blossom Brilliance

Here’s the latest from our beloved World‑Famous, Historic Wooster Square — where the buds are bashful, the blossoms are being stubborn, and spring is taking the scenic route.

We’re still solidly in Stage One: Green Tips, with maybe a few ambitious overachievers flirting with Stage Two: Florets Visible. But let’s be honest — this is not a year where we can look to Washington, DC for guidance. They’re already past peak, and in a “normal” year (what even is that anymore?) we run about 16 days behind them.

DC hit peak poppage on March 26, just four days ago. If we followed the old math, that would put Wooster Square at peak around Saturday, April 11.

But that would also require our blossoms to go from green tips to full peak in two weeks.

Not. Going. To. Happen.

Why? Because unlike the rest of the country — which was busy breaking heat records — New England decided to cosplay as a Currier & Ives postcard. Bitter cold, snow cover, and a real winter slowed everything down. Our blossoms are waking up like teenagers on a Monday morning: slowly, reluctantly, and with attitude.

So how will you know when peak poppage is coming?

Simple.

Follow your Blossom Blogger.


This is my 15th year of Blossom Blogging — the world’s first Photoblogumentary — and I’ll keep you updated, informed, entertained, and perched on the edge of your chair.


Please follow along on:

🌸 Facebook  

🌸 Instagram  

🌸 The Wooster Square Blossom Blog


And while you’re here, take a look around at some photos from Sunday — the buds are small, but the excitement is big.





































Monday, March 23, 2026

Rainy cold days hamper Cherry Blossoms in Wooster Square

 🌸 Wooster Square Update 🌸

Our beloved blossoms are being a bit bashful this week! 🌳✨ We’re waiting on a little Mother Nature magic to turn these brave buds into the billowing, bright blooms we all crave. Wet, dreary, damp, raw and nasty, these are not the words of a pending Bloom!

Cherry Blossoms are in Stage one.

Mark your calendars for a big, botanical burst! 📅

🌸 Peak Performance: April 17–21

🎉 Festival Fun: Sunday, April 19

Patience is a pretty virtue, New Haven. Grab a pizza or bowl of pasta enjoy the brisk breeze, and get ready for the best blossoms yet! 🍕💕 Tomorrow I will have a full report, sunshine predicted.










 





Wednesday, March 18, 2026

15 Years of Blossoms, Birds, and "Voluntary" Service


They say time flies when you’re having fun. For me it flies when I’m documenting the exact second a bud becomes Peak Pink Poppage.

Welcome to year 15 of The Wooster Square Blossom Blog — the world’s first (and only) Photoblogumentary.

Back in 2012 my wife “volunteered” me to take a few pictures and post them on a "blog" That casual errand turned my lifelong habit: a camera, a notebook, and a self‑appointed title — Photoblogumentarist — plus the neighborhood’s unofficial Bloomologist.

I usually prefer birds and blossoms to people. They’re better at holding a pose. Still, being a Wooster Squarian means sharing this seasonal magic with all of you.

To celebrate year fifteen, check out the graphic breaking down the “science” behind the spectacle — from the Blossom Mainframe’s totally accurate predictions to our Hallowed Hanami traditions.


graphic courtesy WSBB mainframe ai. 

Here’s to another year of capturing the city’s small, stubborn miracles — one Sakura Slapped Silly moment at a time. 

The 2026 Report is officially LIVE:



As you can see from my highly technical "Blossom Watch" chart, we hit Green Buds on March 17th. We are officially on the clock!

I’ll be out there with my camera, documenting every stage from "Peduncle Elongation" to the final "Peak Bloom" (whenever the nature gods decide that shall be).

Stay tuned for more Photoblogumentary updates as the pink takeover begins. Photos from Tuesday 3-17. It has been so cold this is the latest in years that the crocuses and daffys are no shows! Here's to warmer days and blooming fickle flowers!

The Wooster Square Blossom Blog is Sponsored by:

Cheryl Szczarba, Realtor

Seabury Hill Realtors

233 Wooster Street

New Haven, CT 06511