Where to see Victoria's BEST cherry blossoms
Cherry blossoms flower from mid September until mid October, depending on weather each year.
It's cherry blossom season, the time when Victoria dons her most resplendent attire, awash in dreamy hues of pink and white. This enchanting spectacle unfolds each spring, with cherry blossoms gracing us with their ephemeral beauty for just a few fleeting weeks.
These delicate, pastel petals have deep ties to Japanese culture, where the celebration of the first spring blossoms, known as Sakura, is a cherished tradition dating back centuries. They embody the ancient Buddhist philosophy of wabi-sabi, teaching us to appreciate the transient and impermanent nature of beauty.
In Japan, the start of the cherry blossom season is a grand occasion, marked by captivating flower-viewing festivals and gatherings known as hanami, taking place throughout the nation.
Cherry Blossoms in Victoria
Here are some of the finest places in Victoria to witness cherry blossoms this season. Scroll down for venue information..
CherryHill Orchard - Yarra Valley
Cherry blossom season may be fleeting, but it's enchanting while it lasts. Head to CherryHill Orchard in the Yarra Valley to wander through rows of meticulously groomed cherry trees adorned with delicate white petals. Elevate your hanami experience with a luxurious picnic featuring grazing platters, gourmet delicacies, sweet treats, and a glass of local wine, all in the midst of your private cherry blossom row. The Cherry Blossom Festival at CherryHill Orchard runs for two weeks, starting on September 16th. Feel free to bring your furry friends along.
Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden - Olinda
Pack a picnic and prepare for a whimsical day out at the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden. This 40-hectare garden, formerly known as the National Rhododendron Gardens, hosts a vibrant display of 15,000 rhododendrons, 12,000 azaleas, 3,000 camellias, and a quarter-million daffodils. In addition, it offers a splendid exhibition of cherry blossoms and other spring delights. From Serenity Point, you'll be treated to sweeping vistas of the Yarra Ranges and beyond. Make a pit stop at Cafe Vireya for coffee and cake, or take a 20-minute shuttle tour aboard the Garden Explorer during peak flowering season.
Lanidale | The Cherry Well - Wandin North
While the Yarra Valley is renowned for its wineries, it also boasts a profusion of orchards, flower farms, and fruit groves. Among them is Lanidale Cherry Orchard, affectionately known as The Cherry Well. Nestled on the fringes of the Yarra Valley wine region and at the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, this charming orchard is at its most alluring during the September blooming season.
Forest Glade Gardens - Mount Macedon
This exquisitely landscaped garden sprawls across nearly six hectares of captivating private grounds on the southern slopes of Mount Macedon. Inside, you'll discover four distinct themes, including an English garden, woodland area, fern gully, and, naturally, a Japanese garden adorned with delightful pastel-hued blossoms. Open to the public year-round, it takes on an especially enchanting aura when bedecked in its finest spring attire.
Banksia Park - Bulleen
For those in Bulleen, Banksia Park is a well-known destination for experiencing the beauty of flowering cherry trees. Encompassing 23 hectares of native bush and meticulously maintained parklands, Banksia Park has long been a favorite among playground enthusiasts, hikers, and cyclists. Stroll along the Heritage Trail to discover the park's Aboriginal heritage sites, follow the Heidelberg Artists Trail along the Yarra River, or pack a picnic rug to seek shade under the magnificent cherry blossoms in the Japanese Cherry Tree Grove.
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Date/s: Wednesday 18th September 2024 - Sunday 20th October 2024
Banksia Park Picnic Area (Yarra Valley Parklands, Yarra River)
The open space, playgrounds and picnic areas of Banksia Park make it a popular location with visitors of all ages.. Show More..
Cherryhill Orchards is located in the beautiful Yarra Valley, just one hour's drive from Melbourne.
Known for growing some of the best cherries in the Australia, Cherryhill ope.. Show More..
The Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden (formerly the National Rhododendron Garden) are host to an unparalleled variety of brilliantly coloured blooms, mainly rhododendrons, azaleas, c.. Show More..
Forest Glade is recognized as one of Australia's finest private gardens. It has existed for almost one hundred years.
Located on the southern slopes of Mount Macedon in Victoria.. Show More..
Lanidale 'The Cherry Well' is situated on the edge of Victoria's Yarra Valley wine district, and at the foot of the Dandenong ranges.
Visit our beautiful orchard between Novemb.. Show More..
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→ Where to see Victoria's BEST cherry blossoms❊ Also See.. ❊
→ Lanidale Cherry Orchard - Wandin North
→ Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
→ Forest Glade Gardens
→ CherryHill Orchards | Coldstream
→ Banksia Park - Bulleen
Disclaimer: Check with the venue (web links) before making plans, travelling or buying tickets.
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