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Spring in Korea is short but unforgettable.
From late March to April, the country turns pink.
Many visitors ask:
โAre they all cherry blossoms?โ
Not exactly.
There are different types of cherry blossoms โ and also flowers that look very similar.
Hereโs a simple guide for spring travelers.
๐ธ Cherry Blossom (Standard Type)
Bloom: Late March โ Early April
Soft pink petals
Slight split at the tip of each petal
Flowers bloom before leaves
Trees look like pink clouds
This is the iconic Korean spring flower.
๐ธ Double Cherry Blossom
Bloom: Mid April
Multiple layers of petals
Deeper pink color
Larger, rounder flowers
Extremely photogenic
If you prefer fuller and more dramatic blossoms, this is the one.
๐ธ Plum Blossom
โ
Bloom: Early โ Mid March
Round petals (not split)
Flowers attach directly to branches
Strong fragrance
โ
More delicate and subtle than cherry blossoms.
๐ธ Apricot Blossom
โ
Often confused with plum blossoms.
Slightly lighter pink
Reddish flower base
Small visible stem
โ
Look closely and youโll see the difference.
๐ท Travel Tips
โ
โ Spring bloom lasts about 2โ3 weeks
โ Southern Korea blooms first
โ Double cherry blossoms bloom later
โ Check bloom forecasts before planning your trip
โ
If you visit Korea in spring,
youโll experience more than just cherry blossoms โ
youโll see layers of seasonal beauty.
โ
Thank you for your reading : )
Hello. This is Wonder Tour!ย
Spring in Korea is short but unforgettable.
From late March to April, the country turns pink.
Many visitors ask:
โAre they all cherry blossoms?โ
Not exactly.
There are different types of cherry blossoms โ and also flowers that look very similar.
Hereโs a simple guide for spring travelers.
๐ธ Cherry Blossom (Standard Type)
Bloom: Late March โ Early April
Soft pink petals
Slight split at the tip of each petal
Flowers bloom before leaves
Trees look like pink clouds
This is the iconic Korean spring flower.
๐ธ Double Cherry Blossom
Bloom: Mid April
Multiple layers of petals
Deeper pink color
Larger, rounder flowers
Extremely photogenic
If you prefer fuller and more dramatic blossoms, this is the one.
๐ธ Plum Blossom
โ
Bloom: Early โ Mid March
Round petals (not split)
Flowers attach directly to branches
Strong fragrance
โ
More delicate and subtle than cherry blossoms.
๐ธ Apricot Blossom
โ
Often confused with plum blossoms.
Slightly lighter pink
Reddish flower base
Small visible stem
โ
Look closely and youโll see the difference.
๐ท Travel Tips
โ
โ Spring bloom lasts about 2โ3 weeks
โ Southern Korea blooms first
โ Double cherry blossoms bloom later
โ Check bloom forecasts before planning your trip
โ
If you visit Korea in spring,
youโll experience more than just cherry blossoms โ
youโll see layers of seasonal beauty.
โ
Thank you for your reading : )