Is the blessing over blossoming trees actually practiced, or is it commonly neglected?
Synopsis
The Aruch HaShulchan notes that the general public is lax about this blessing, though Torah scholars and God-fearing individuals are careful to recite it.
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When during the year may the blessing over blossoming fruit trees be recited?
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How many times per year may the blessing over blossoming trees be recited?
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If one delayed reciting the blessing until after the fruit had grown on the trees, may one still recite it?
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May one recite the blessing retroactively if one did not recite it at the moment of first seeing the blossoming trees?
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