If you are keen to emulate some Japanese garden ideas in your own backyard, the easiest place to start is with some new tree plantings. Of course your hardiness zone will have a b ...

Hannah Wallace If you need an escape from urban landscapes, seek out Zen-like tranquility at the Japanese Garden within Washington Park. The 12-acre Portland ... its trees are on a different ...

The warmer city conditions and lower elevation will help these trees bloom sooner than other nearby areas. The Portland Japanese Garden cherry trees aren’t expected to peak for a few more weeks.