Spring

Parcs i Jardins has counted 5,631 jacaranda trees in Barcelona, creating the signature lavender splash that adorns the city each spring. Native to northern Argentina, Paraguay, and Bolivia, this South American tree has integrated seamlessly into Barcelona's urban landscape for over a century. Experts praise its resilience to local conditions and low share of the total tree population.

March 20, 2026 Reported by AI

Meteorological spring has arrived in much of Sweden for the weekend. Double-digit temperatures and plenty of sun are forecast, especially in the south up to 14 degrees. Meteorologists warn of cool nights and a change afterward.