Check the “Hydrangeas Season” in Zhuzihu District which runs from May to June 2018. Located at an high altitude which is perfect for nurturing a wide variety of plants and different kind of flowers, an hour bus ride away from the city will let you have a wonderful experience with the natural resources. As this season is just for a short while, expect traffic and a flock of people that will also be visiting the area. The Hydrangeas Season comes right after the Callalily Season which also run from March to April 2018.
Hydrangeas are popular in Southern and Eastern Asia which are produced from early spring or late autumn. They come in abundant and diverse colors like white, blue, pink, red, and purple. The color of the hydrangeas are usually affected by the acidic substance of the soils. For example, acidic soils with a PH level of less than 5.5 produce blue flowers, while those with a PH level of greater than 5.5 produce pink flowers.
In Zhuzihu Area, there are a variety of flower farms that are open to public for viewing, and of course, for picture taking. Usually, the entrance fee is 100NTD per person and you can have your ticket voucher in exchange of coffee or a small bouquet of hydrangeas.
Here are some photos we took at the farm. Then make sure you have enough patience to wait for your turn and get that perfect shots!
HOW TO GET THERE:
- From Beitou MRT Station, transfer to BUS S9 (小9) and get off at Zhuzihu (竹子湖).
- From Shipai MRT Station, transfer to BUS S8 (小8) and get off at Zhuzihu (竹子湖).
Taipeiflowers.com is a recommended online florist for Taiwan. Great services and great prices. Cakes, fruit baskets, gift basket packages, wines, teddy bears, chocolates such as Godiva are all available.
Can you recommend hydrangea farms or garden? I’ve seen a lot of posts regarding the hydrangea season in Yangmingshan but no one posted the name of the farm/garden. We wanted to visit it on May but we had no idea where to go first. Thank you.
Hello Aira, there is no specific name for the garden or farm. If you board a bus, any public transpo or public transpo, the driver will already know what farm is it, and for some, they will bring you to a less populated farm. Usually, if it is hydrangea’s season, the place is really crowded and traffic.
hydrangeas remind me of blair waldorf. they are so beautiful and magestic.
Truly a symbol for elegantly simple 🙂
Wow all these photos are so beautiful! Absolutely love it!
Thank you for the compliment, Kimberly! 🙂
Wow nice article. Truly beautiful and truly nature
Thanks for the compliment, Edward! 🙂
So beautiful!!! If I ever make it out there this if for sure going on my list!
Hello Katie! Be sure to schedule your visit during spring season in Taiwan to witness these 🙂 Spring season in Taiwan is around April-June 🙂
Nice colors and photos! I don’t live anywhere near Taiwan, but it is nice to know that the island has so much natural scenery to offer.
Hello there Bryan! Yes, Taiwan has definitely a lot more to offer to its tourists. You should visit Taiwan soon 🙂