Springing into Spring: Gardening, Migration, Pollen, and More!

Spring has sprung, and the arrival of the season sparks the beginning of so many different facets of the world we live in. From the renewed growth of plants, to the great migrations of animals returning home, spring has an endless list of things to look forward to. As we kick off this spring season, we want to get you ready for every aspect of the season.

Spring Garden Trends:

One of the biggest kickoffs to Spring is the kickoff to the growing season. But what can you expect this year as you head to the gardening section? We spoke with Garden Media to learn more.

The theme for 2026 is "Lemonading", which simply means making the most of the challenges life hands us each and every day. Whether you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, finding the latest and greatest in high-tech gardening gear, or simply making your garden a sanctuary for you and your pets, there's lessons we can learn through 2026's theme. You can find the full report on spring 2026 gardening trends on Garden Media's website.

Monarch Butterfly Migration:

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single flap for monarch butterflies as they return to the U.S. after spending the winter in Mexico. This endangered species needs our help as they make their trek back to U.S. soil. We spoke with David Mizejewski with the National Wildlife Federation to learn more about this major migration, and what plants we can plant in our own backyards to help these insects soar back to success.

You can learn more about the Monarch Butterfly's migration on the NWF website.

Spring Tree Pollen:

For millions of people across the globe, Spring marks the start of allergy season. For those that suffer from tree allergies, it can be a nightmare as trees come into bloom. The experts at Davey Tree Company gave us some insights on what trees are the biggest culprits this season, and how we can protect ourselves from the pollen.

Arborists recommend Pacific Dogwood, Oregon White Oak, Hornbeam, Sweetgum, and American Holly trees for those who are sensitive to tree pollen, but still want to plant a tree in their neighborhood. Hayes also recommends sterile, female trees that don't produce fruit as alternatives.

Cherry Blossom Forecast:

What began as a gift of trees from Japan in 1912 has turned into a national tradition as thousands wait for the blooming of the cherry blossoms in the Tidal Basin. This year, the blossoms are expected to reach peak bloom by late March, early April. We sat down with the National Park Service at the National Mall to learn more about these annual blossoms.

March 11th marked the first buds on the trees and kicks off Bloom Watch in the park. You can learn more about the Cherry Blossoms, how weather impacts them, and when peak bloom will be this year on the National Park's website.

Hummingbird Migration:

Some of Mother Nature's tiniest travelers are making the long journey back home after wintering in warmer weather. Hummingbirds have already begun their trips, but there are some things you can do at home to help them along the way. We spoke with the International Hummingbird Society to learn more about this great migration.

As the birds travel some 8,000 miles in some cases, it's important to remember to clean your hummingbird feeders regularly as they need to make frequent stops during their travels.