In full bloom

Around 35 Japanese Sakura or cherry blossom trees donated by the Japanese Embassy last June 2016 have thrived in the highland climate of Paoay, Atok, Benguet, says caretaker Pj Haight (pictured), whose family shared the land for which the Sakura trees were planted three years ago. Atok’s high elevation and the year-round cool temperature have been conducive to cherry blossom trees. Contributed Photo