Spring Flowers in Korea: When & Where to Go (The Best Gardens, Fields and Spots)

Spring is an amazing time in South Korea and it’s a season that you must see with your own eyes! After all, you’ll be amazed not only with the beautiful beot-kkot (벗꽃) or cherry blossoms (called ‘sakura‘ in Japan), but also with the various blooming spring flowers in Korea that often have respective flower festivals. – – –

Aside from being a historical spot, this royal palace is a good spot to enjoy spring flowers in Korea from March to May. After all, an assortment of cherry blossoms, plum blossoms, Korean bush cherry, Korean dogwood flowers, apricot blossoms, and royal azaleas among ancient buildings make for a picturesque spot!

Top Spring Flowers in Korea

» Azalea or “Jindallae” (Rhododendron)

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Hwangmaesan Country Park photo by: Shutterstock
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  • (INCHEON) Goryeosan Jindalle Mountain Azalea Festival: Located just 2 hours from Seoul by car, Incheon’s Ganghwa Island is the place to be if you’re seeking endless fields of azaleas! Held in Goryeosan Mountain or Mount Goryeo, it makes for a great and easy hike to do by yourself or with family and friends.
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  • (NEAR BUSAN) Hwangmaesan Royal Festival: Found near Busan, the Hwangmaesan Country Park holds this popular festival ever since 1997. In fact, due to its popularity, a lot of Korean movies and shows have featured these pink and purple flowers that seem to wrap around the fields like a vast blanket.
    TIP: Book a guided tour from Busan
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  • (BUCHEON) Wonmisan Azalea Festival: (Wonmi Bucheon Azalea Hill) Sandwiched between Incheon and Seoul this 167-meter tall hill in Bucheon gets covered in a myriad of azaleas every spring! What’s special about this place is that the azalea shrubs or bushes are close to one another, making it seem like there is a dreamy drape of various shades of pink and lilac no matter where you look!
    TIP: Book a guided tour to Wonmisan
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  • (GUNPO) Gunpo Royal Azalea Festival: If you still want to see more spring flower spots in Korea, head to the city of Gunpo found south of Incheon and head to the Royal Azalea Hill. Typically held in late April, you’ll love the diverse cultural programs and experiences that are held in celebration of this festival.
  • EXPECTED BLOOM PERIOD: March to Mid May

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Canola or “Yuchae” (Brassica Napus)

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Cherry Blossom or “Beot-Kkot” (Prunus Serrulata)

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Cornelian Cherry or “Sansuyu” (Cornus Mas)

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Daffodil or “Gaenari” (Narcissus)

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Golden Bell Tree or “Gaenari” (Forsythia Koreana)

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Magnolia (Magnolia Grandiflora)

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Plum Blossom or “Maehwa” (Prunus Mume)

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Tulip (Tulipa)

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Everland

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Byeokchoji Gardens

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Seoul Botanic Park

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Changgyeonggung Palace

Apart from the different standard cherry blossom trees, what’s special about Korea’s cherry blossoms is the existence of the ‘King Cherry‘. This variant hails from Jeju Island and the most striking feature is that its flowers or leaf clusters are larger and has a more hot pink color than the rest.

» Ilsan Lake Park

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Photo by: Shutterstock
Photo by: Shutterstock

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