This is not a new story for the press, however, it is a new story for me since I only discovered the successful propagation of “Stumpy” today. “Stumpy” was the famous Yoshino Cherry tree that lived for many years along the tidal basin in Washington (District of Columbia). This tree became famous during the Covid-19 pandemic, and it was finally cut down in 2024. The good news came as a result of a collaboration between the U.S. Park Service and the U.S. National Arboretum in Washington, D.C. I will post the story of “Stumpy” from Wikipedia and from the U.S. National Arboretum website. First, I want to share the meaning of “Yoshino” since I was curious and looked it up. “Yoshino is a Japanese name of geographic and topographic origin that translates to “lucky field” or “auspicious plain”.” After you read the story that I will post, you will indeed agree that “Stumpy” was a very lucky tree!
There are so many news stories these days which are depressing. I was cheered when I read about the successful continuance of the Stumpy genetic line. Blessing to all involved in making this possible.
