Early April to mid-April
These weeping cherry trees come into bloom somewhat later than Yoshino cherry trees, and grow at the ends of the Eisho Bridge which straddles Kayo-no-ike Pond, making it a popular place to take photographs.
Garden Flora
Flowers to Enjoy in Korakuen
Flowers for all four seasons are planted in the expansive lawn that sparkles in the sunshine.
The green of the trees completely hides the surrounding buildings, allowing you to forget that you are in the middle of the city as soon as you set foot in the garden.
This section introduces the flowering trees and seasonal flowers that can be enjoyed, and provides information on the best time to view them.
1.Yoshino Cherry
End of March to early April
About 280 Yoshino cherry trees are planted inside and outside of the garden.
Best places to view
- Cherry Tree Grove:
- A grove that is made up of about 50 cherry trees, mainly of the Yoshino cherry type.
- Paddock:
- Cherry Trees are lined up along the length of an earth bank for about 180 meters, forming a kind of cherry tree tunnel.
- South Gate:
- The South Gate’s cherry trees and new green lawn together with Okayama Castle make for magnificent vistas.
2.Yaebenishidare Cherry
3.Kirishima Azalea
Mid-April to late April
The Kirishima azaleas are a sight to behold with their bright red flowers blooming on Yuishinzan Hill.
Bathed in fresh greenery, this is the start of the season in which Korakuen is at its most verdant.
4.Hirado Azalea
Late April to early May
Following the kirishima azaleas, the pink and white flowers of the hirado azaleas bring color to the garden, especially on Yuishinzan Hill.
5.Tree Peony
Late April to early May
Located in front of the Crane Aviary and in the Seiden rice field, they bloom gloriously at the start of summer.
6.Chinese Peony
Mid-May to late May
Planted in the Seiden rice field, the Chinese peonies produce flowers of various colors, including deep crimson and whitish pink.
7.Satsuki Azalea
Late May to early June
Yuishinzan Hill and Enyo-tei House, adorned in the pink and red flowers of the satsuki azaleas, are typical of the marvelous sights on offer in Korakuen.
8.Japanese Iris
Early June
Approximately 3,000 bulbs of 80 varieties of irises are planted in the Japanese Iris Garden.
The white and purple flowers add color to the rainy season, and in the rain they appear even more colorful.
9.Lotus
Late June to Late July
You can enjoy the white flowers of the ittenshikai (universe) lotuses in Kayo-no-ike Pond, and the pretty pink flowers of the Indian lotus in the Seiden rice field.
10.Crape Myrtle
Mid-July to late September
White and pink crape myrtle can be found in such locations as Yuishinzan Hill and the Tea Plantation. They are colorful when the garden is bathed in the rich green of summer.
11.Japanese Clover
Mid-September to late September
Found on the north bank of Sawa-no-ike Pond and in the Paddock.
The beautiful pink and white flowers signal the beginning of autumn.
12.Autumn Foilage
Mid-November to early December
Korakuen has about 250 maple trees, as well as cherry trees and gingko trees, meaning that you can enjoy autumn's colors in many places in the garden. Among them, the best spot is Chishi-no-mori Grove, containing 100 maple trees, or the artificial hill Yuishinzan Hill.
13.Sasanqua Camellia
Late October to late January
There are 170 sasanqua camellia plants growing inside the garden in such places as the hedges around the South Gate and the Plum Grove. You can enjoy their bright pink and white flowers.
14.Shishigashira Camellia
Early November to late February
About 300 shishigashira camellia plants are growing inside and outside the garden.
15.Japanese Camellia
Early December to early April
A total of 150 Japanese camellia plants grow inside and outside the garden. They have bright red flowers from the bleak winter period through to spring.
16.Daffodil
Mid-January to early March
Planted around the Plum Grove, daffodils lend their sweet scent to the surroundings.
17.Plum
Early February to early March
These beautiful flowers begin to emerge during the depths of winter. The garden's Plum Grove contains 100 plum trees, of both red and white varieties, for your enjoyment.
18.Japanese Allspice
Mid-January to early February
Found next to the Crane Aviary and Plum Grove, the yellow wax-like flowers give off a lovely sweet scent.
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