12 Amazing Places in the US & Canada to See Spring Flowers

Don’t you just love seeing all the fresh blooms every spring? It’s very similar to fall, but on the other end of the spectrum. Instead of burnt oranges, deep yellows and bright reds, we get playful and fun colors of almost every imaginable shade and hue.

If you are thinking of heading out this spring to see the amazing floral display, here are a few places for your list:

12 Amazing Places to See Spring Flowers

Tidal Basin, Washington, D.C.

Another great place to see the cherry blossoms? Washington DC! One of the best times to visit the nation’s capital is during the Cherry Blossom Festival. You simply cannot process the extraordinary visual transformation that is ignited by the peak bloom of the cherry blossoms.  Washington D.C. becomes a magical place where flowers are everywhere and the patriotic landmarks are awash in the pink splendor.

Carlsbad Flower Fields, California

If you like seeing miles and miles of uninterrupted flowers then head to Carlsbad Flower Fields with over 50 acres of blooming bliss located on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Come spring, it’s easily one of the most beautiful places to visit in California. Just relax and take plenty of selfies or grab a milkshake.  Type “A” personalities might get a little bored here.

Linwood Gardens in Genesee River Valley, New York

Linwood Gardens is a lesser known gem in the Genesee River Valley of New York. It’s known specifically for its Japanese and American tree peonies. The gardens belong to the Gratwick family and it was its current owner, Lee Gratwick’s fatehr who introduced these pretty blooms to the property. Late spring each year the normally private residence opens up for the Tree Peony Festival. Check here for specific dates. 

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The Bridge of Flowers, Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts

Definitely a smaller site than some of the others listed here, but very charming and enjoyable.  You’ll be delighted to see how members of the community have turned an old trolley bridge into a beautiful flowered walk across the river.  The flowers are stunning and colorful and include hibiscus and dahlias.

Annual Flower Trial Garden, Fort Collins, Colorado

Located on the grounds of Colorado State University, the Annual Flower Trial Garden is open and free to the public.  Created as a learning tool for students, teachers, community members and anyone with a desire to plant things, the purpose of the trial program is to see how various annuals grow in the Rocky Mountains.

Wildseed Farms in Texas Hill Country

One of the more underrated natural flower shows in America has to be the bluebonnets of Texas Hill Country. Each spring you’ll see suddenly see patches, fields, and lines of blue all around the area as these flowers begin to bloom. For optimal frolicking, check out Wildseed Farms. They have over 200 acres dedicated to preserving and growing wild flowers with nearly a half acre of walking trails. 

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Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm, Woodburn, Oregon

Every spring you can visit the Tulip Festival held at the farm from late March until early May.  Covering a staggering 40 acres, the tulips sit against the backdrop of local vineyards and a distant Mt. Hood.  Bring your own picnic, enjoy the daily wine tasting or take bouncy ride on the famous cow trains.

Butchart Gardens in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

The Butchart Gardens in Victoria is a wonderland of gardens and flowers! Come spring, you’ll find yourself surrounded by over 300,000 bulbs blooming in all sorts of colors and shapes. Whether it’s rhododendron, tulips, daffodils, peonies, or other spring flowers, you’ll find them here in abundance. For optimal views, come in April, though end of March is when you’ll see the daffodils and hyacinths at their best. 

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Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

One of my favorites, Longwood Gardens is a must-see if you find yourself nearby.  This magical site consists of over a thousand acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows which are a living legacy of founder Pierre S. du Pont.  At Longwood you’ll find extravagant European-style fountains, a stunning 600-foot garden walk, 40 indoor and outdoor gardens and much more.

123 Farm in Cherry Valley, California

When it comes to a sea of lavender, you don’t have to go all the way to Southern France! Right in Cherry Valley sits the beautiful 123 Farm. It’s the largest certified organic lavender farm in southern California with over 400 varieties! Their lavender festival starts in early May and goes into July.

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Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Texas

One of the best in the Southwest, the Dallas Arboretum is 66 acres of lush gardens and colorful landscapes located on the banks of White Rock Lake. Take a stroll through the Arboretum and enjoy thousands of blooms at every turn, including azaleas, dogwoods, foxgloves, alyssums and more.

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The International Rose Test Garden in Portland, Oregon

Portland’s not known as the “City of Roses” for no reason! Come late May, its International Rose Test Garden blooms with just about every sort of variety and color of rose you can imagine! Like the name suggests, they test all sorts of roses in this garden. You can even check out their Gold Medal Section to see which varieties have become the crème de la crème. 

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