Top 13+ mesmerizing places to see flowers in bloom around the world (no matter the season)

February: Rapeseed flowers in China

Also known as canola, rapeseed is the plant used to produce canola oil. Luckily for us, it also produces beautiful bright yellow flowers. As China is one of the largest producers of canola products in the world, there are a number of areas where you can see these yellow beauties blooming in what resemble fields of endless gold. The agricultural county of Luoping in China has been growing rapeseed flowers for decades, and the fields turn into a beautiful sea of yellow when the flowers are in bloom.

As opposed to seeing the flowers close up, the fields of rapeseed in Luoping are best admired from a distance, so hike to the top of Jinji Peak to get a panoramic view of the hills covered in yellow flowers. If a steep climb isn't your cup of tea, there are also a number of viewing platforms around the area, giving visitors a panoramic viewpoint without the sweat, chief among them being Luosi Field. Luosi means "screw" in Chinese, and the field's name comes from its circular structure, thought to resemble screws. You can be the judge, but the vibrant beauty of the yellow flowers is undeniable.

April: Tulips in the Netherlands

April gets two entries here, as Tulips are such an iconic symbol of the Netherlands that we'd be doing the entire concept a disservice if we failed to include them. There are plenty of places to admire the colorful bulbs around the country, and one of the most famous (and best) places to see tulips here is Keukenhof Gardens, which is usually open from the end of March until the beginning of May. Located near Liss, the Keukenhof Gardens (popularly known as the Garden of Europe) is easily reachable via public transport from Amsterdam, and the journey takes only around 30 minutes. 

For those who want to venture into the middle of the field and take vibrant photos among the blooming tulips, a visit to a tulip farm should be the move instead. The aptly named Tulip Experience in Noordwijkerhout (40 minutes south of Amsterdam) is a fabulous spot, growing up to 4 million tulips annually. Once you're done taking photos of the flowers, you can also find all kinds of drinks or buy products made with tulips. Further afield, Kop van Noord-Holland in North Holland is home to the largest tulip area in the Netherlands.

May: Butchart Gardens in Victoria, Canada

Butchart Gardens in Victoria, British Columbia, was established when Jennie Butchart started planting her garden in 1912 in a former limestone quarry, eventually creating what today is known as the Sunken Garden. The world-famous garden welcomes more than a million visitors annually and is worth visiting at any time of year, as there are hundreds of thousands of plants here. Naturally, spring is the most colorful season, with over 300,000 flowers in the gardens creating a spectacular blanket of color. However, May is another excellent option if you want to see plenty of blossoming flowers, and there is also a lower chance of rain compared to March or April. 

In May, you'll find rhododendrons (there are 2,000 shrubs throughout the garden), daffodils, and even the rare Himalayan blue poppy in bloom. Widely regarded as a difficult flower to grow, the Himalayan blue poppy typically blooms sometime in mid-May to mid-June, depending on the weather. Even if you aren't lucky enough to catch a glimpse of this stunning flower, you should have no problem enjoying the remaining tulips and cherry blossoms that are still in bloom when visiting this fabulous garden.

June: Roses in Portland, Oregon

Portland, Oregon, is home to the International Rose Test Garden, the oldest continuously operating rose garden in the country (it was established in 1917). The rose garden has over 10,000 roses with more than 600 different varieties and is a must-visit when the beautiful roses are in bloom. Better yet, admission to the garden is free. The roses bloom between May and September, with the peak bloom occurring sometime in early to mid-June. 

The International Rose Test Garden isn't the only rosy reason to visit Portland in June. After all, Portland is called the City of Roses for good reason. You can find roses at the Peninsula Park Rose Garden, Ladd Circle Park, the historic Pittock Mansion, or simply by walking around the different neighborhoods of the city. The Portland Rose Festival takes place from the end of May through June, and the city-wide festival holds multiple events, including a Grand Floral Parade at the beginning of June and the annual Spring Rose Show at Lloyd Center.

July: Lavender in Provence, France

Provence is one of the most well-known regions of France and is typically associated with wine, artists, and gastronomy, yet the southeastern area is also closely associated with fragrant lavender. The lavender fields in Provence are mostly located north of Marseille and Aix-en-Provence, along the Luberon and Verdon plateaus. Typically, the lavender starts blooming at the end of June and is harvested around the end of July or early August. July is the best month to visit the lavender fields, as the flowers are still in peak bloom, and the harvesting hasn't yet begun. 

There are numerous lavender fields to visit in the area, and travelers who don't have a rental car can book guided day trips from Marseille or Aix-en-Provence. Most of the lavender fields — such as Terraroma and Lavande Angelvin — have stores where you can shop for all kinds of lavender-infused products. Alternatively, take a walk along the Lavender Path in Sault, a 3-mile trail filled with spectacular views and the ever-present scent of Provence's most famous flower.

October: Wildflowers at Grampians National Park, Australia

As Australia is located in the southern hemisphere, spring takes place from September to November, making October the prime time for spring wildflowers. Head to Grampians National Park in Victoria for the best wildflower viewing. In fact, Australia's indigenous people call the period between September and November "petyan," which means the season of wildflowers. The park is 656 square miles large and is home to more than 1,000 species of wildflowers, including more than a dozen that are only found in the area. 

Some of the flowers in the Grampians include orchids, pea flowers, heaths, and bluebells. Keep in mind that this national park is home to nine different ecosystems, so you can spot unique flora in different areas of the park. While you can see wildflowers on hiking trails, it would take some time to explore all that the nature reserve has to offer. Alternatively, you can also easily see most of the flowers (and other plants) that grow in the area at Halls Gap Botanic Garden.

November: Sunflowers in Lopburi, Thailand

Lopburi province in Thailand is located around a two-hour drive from Bangkok and is known for its rich history and collection of Khmer ruins. The area also attracts many visitors in November thanks to an unexpected winter attraction: sunflowers. Yes, while we typically associate sunflowers with summer, in Thailand, they bloom in the winter. Thai farmers start planting sunflowers in September as the cooler weather is better for their growth and flowering.

The sunflowers are actually grown by farmers for harvesting sunflower oil and seeds, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy the iconic beauty of the flowers. After all, fields upon fields of sunflowers make for quite a spectacle. Thanks to the popularity of these sunflowers, there are now plenty of sunflower fields you can visit in the area for a small fee of around 20 baht (less than US $1). One of the more popular fields is Rai Wichan Sunflower Field, which offers a sightseeing tram so visitors don't have to walk the large field on foot and has also set up plenty of spots for the best photo ops.