west coast flower tours

For unadulterated luxury and adventure, opt for an  exquisite  tour of Namaqualand and its surrounding flower regions including the unspoilt southern parts of the West Coast, the Cederberg and Clanwilliam and the breathtaking Swartland. Our guides are plant enthusiasts and have been living here their entire lives. They will spoil you and treat you to the best that Namaqualand has to offer, anytime during the season.

All our tour depart and return to Cape Town and will be conducted in groups from 8 to 39. Various packages ranging from 4, 5 and 6-day tours are available as per the dates below.

Our special 4-day flower tours are conducted exclusively at the beginning and end of our season. Due to the diverse and dynamic nature of our season flowers, an abundance is not a given on these tour. But in a good year, you might just get lucky. However, the scenery and routes that we can travel on our busses allow access to places less travelled to, that ensure an amazing experience.

All flower tours depart and return to Cape Town.

Special 4 Day Tours

R8 800  Per Person Sharing or R10 700   Single Occupancy

16 - 19 September (Monday - Thursday ) - Fully booked

R10 100  Per Person Sharing or R12 100  Single Occupancy

1 - 4 August (Thursday - Sunday) Special offer 

5 - 8 August (Monday - Thursday)

12 - 15 September (Thursday - Sunday)

R12 600  Per Person Sharing or R15 200  Single Occupancy

9 - 13 August (Friday - Tuesday)

14 - 18  August (Wednesday - Sunday) 

26 - 30 August (Monday - Friday) - Fully booked

6 - 10 September (Friday - Tuesday)

R15 100  Per Person Sharing or R17 400  Single Occupancy

20 - 25 August (Tuesday - Sunday) Fully booked

31 August - 5 September (Saturday - Thursday)

Price range from R1 200 to R900 per person, per day

(depending on your choice of driving along or accompanying us in our bus)

This year we have a new venture along with our flower tours. We now offer day tours together with our groups to various destinations through-out Namaqualand and the surrounding flower regions. These trips depend on the weather and the availability of flowers to ensure the best possible experience.

You now have the opportunity to join us either in your own vehicle or in ours to accompany us for the day to see the flowers, listen to the local history, sit back, relax and enjoy the flowers to the fullest.  Spend a spectacular day with our well trained and passionate guides and share in the beauty of Namaqualand.

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Cape West Coast Flower Tour

• Min People : 2
• Price calculated per person
• Aug 01’ - Sept 31'
• Min Age : 10+
• Free Pickup

Price Includes

• Entrance fees to West Coast National Park
• Professional English Speaking Guide
• Suitable Vehicle for group size, fuel and toll fees
• Tasting at Darling Olive

The Cape West Coast Flower tour will give you the opportunity to spend time in one of the best environments to explore the fields of Namaqua Daisies and other wildflowers in the   West Coast National park . This is a limited-time tour as the season only lasts for the months of August and September. In addition, we have partnered with Darling Olives to treat you to an olive experience which includes an olive and wine pairing as well as an opportunity to purchase some of the bath and body products 

Inclusions: West Coast National park.

                   : Picnic Lunch

Exclusions: Beverages, gifts, and gratuities.

Season: August to September

Price Excludes

• Any Private Expenses

Terms and Conditions

• Rates are subject to change and availability
• Min 2 pax, Private Tours available for less pax (1 pax will attract a single supplement charge)
• Only entrance fees mentioned are covered in costing
• Table Mountain and Robben Eiland is subject to weather conditions
• Rates are subject to availability
• Only Fuel and toll fees are covered in Charter Hire fees, entrances fees to be included in costs of tours
• Rates for 9 seaters are inclusive of a professional guide/driver
• Rates for 22 & 23 Seaters only includes a professional driver
• The Hirer will be responsible for any loss or damage caused to the vehicle, its fittings or its equipment, if caused by the negligence of any passenger
• Baby seats and boosters can be arranged on request
• FCM Tours will ensure that all Health and Safety requirements are met i.e. fire extinguishers, emergency exits clearly marked, warning triangles, seat belts etc
• Cancellations policy will also apply.

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Traveltime has visited the Cape Floral Kingdom for 16 years now, concentrating on the West Coast from Cape Town to Springbok and the Northern Cape into Nieuwoudtville. The West Coast National Park (Postberg Flower Reserve) always provides a tapestry of colour, even when other areas are slow in blooming. Flower Tours should be number 1 on your bucket list!

We offer a personalised service and only travel in small groups (maximum 14 passengers), except for the day trip into Postberg Flower Reserve, where we, historically, have used a 44-seater coach. For overland tours, accommodation is hand picked and we make sure that all meals are of the highest quality.

The tours listed below are the only Flower Tours we offer. Whilst the itinerary is essentially the same each year, (tried and tested), we do not repeat these on different dates over the Flower Tours Season. Where some variation in choice or dates is needed, we include other flower tours on our website, which are offered by our own service providers.

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8-12 August 2024 13-17 August 2024 20-24 August 2024 27-31 August 2024 2-6 September 2024

2025 Tour Dates

7-11 August 2025 15-19 August 2025 21-25 August 2025 28 August – 1 September 2025 4-8 September 2025

2024 Prices

R10,600 per person sharing R2,300 single supplement (additional)

Day 1: Cape Town

Guests arrive late afternoon at Cape Town International Airport. We collect guests from airport and transfer to our accommodation for the evening. We will enjoy dinner together, followed by a briefing for the flower tour.

Overnight: Melkbosstrand

Activities Included: Airport transfer

Accommodation: The Lodge @ Atlantic Beach or Similar

Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Cape Town – Piekenierskloof Pass – Citrusdal – Clanwilliam – Ramskop Gardens – Biedouw Valley – Van Ryhnsdorp

After breakfast, we travel the N7 on our way to Citrusdal.  Piekenierskloof Pass is the “gateway” or the “window” to the north and the flower show starts. We will enjoy some tea/coffee along the road! We will enjoy beautiful flower patches between Citrusdal and Clanwilliam. Our lunch will be in Clanwilliam. If still on, we will visit the flower show in the historical church of Clanwilliam, visit the Ramskop Garden just outside Clanwilliam (time permitting).

We then head off to the SPECTACULAR “Biedouw Valley” with its “blankets” of flower fields…. certainly, the highlight of the day. This is a full program before heading off to Van Ryhnsdorp where we will spend the night. Time permitting, we will pop in by the Rooibos Regional shop!

Overnight: Van Ryhnsdorp

Activities Included: Ramskop Garden & Biedouw Valley

Accommodation: Letsatsi Lodge

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Van Ryhnsdorp – Van Rhyns Pass – Nieuwoudtville - Matjiesfontein Farm - Hantam Botanical Gardens

After a typical farmer’s breakfast, our flower adventure continues! We visit the succulent nursery in Van Rhynsdorp (time permitting) before heading up the spectacular Van Rhyns Pass to Nieuwoudtville. 

We start our day with a visit to the Quiver Tree Forest, which is just an amazing experience. After soaking up these very unusual surroundings, we head off to the Nieuwoudtville Waterfalls.

We then spend the rest of the morning exploring the flower farm Matjiesfontein. This is an amazing flower experience and the highlight of the day. Lunch is a relaxed rustic affair at Matjiesfontein farm. We then finish off the day with a visit to the spectacular Hantam Botanical Gardens (time permitting), before making our way back to Van Rhynsdorp.

Activities Included: Quiver Tree Forest, Nieuwoudtville Waterfalls, Van Rhyns Pass, Matjiesfontein Farm & Papkuilsfontein Farm, Hantam Botanical Gardens

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: West Coast – West Coast National Park – Postberg

Today we have another early start as this amazing flower journey comes to an end late afternoon. We spend our day exploring the flowers of the West Coast and the West Coast National Park.

We travel back via Clanwilliam, Leopoldtsville, Dwarskersbos, then from Velddrif to Langebaan! In Velddrif we visit the very famous “Bokkomlaan” (time permitting) – Where time stands still.

Bokkomlaan is named after the salted, silvery, savoury mullet strung into bunches and hung to dry, like biltong (jerky). It is the signature local delicacy in this area. We visit the numerous “stalls/shops” for some interesting purchases.

The visit to Postberg Flower Reserve will be the highlight of the day as this part of the park is only open 2 months of the year! We will also enjoy a packed light lunch in the reserve.

We leave the park in the late afternoon and make our way to Melkbosstrand, where we will arrive between 5:30 – 6pm as our flower journey comes to an end!

Activities Included: Langebaan Lagoon & West Coast National Park

Accommodation: The Lodge @ Atlantic Beach or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5: Melkbosstrand – Cape Town International Airport

After breakfast, guests will be transferred to Cape Town International Airport for their flight home.

Overnight: N/A

Accommodation: N/A

Meals: Breakfast

• Registered Cathsseta guide
• Transport in air-conditioned vehicle
• Entrance fees as per itinerary
• 4 nights’ accommodation as per the itinerary above
• All meals: 4 x Breakfasts; 3 x lunches & 3 x Dinners
• Soft drinks, tea/coffee & water at lunch
• All activities as per itinerary
• Water & snacks on the bus
• Wine tasting
• International airfare (to & from South Africa)
• Activities not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
• Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
• Personal & medical insurance

We can assist you with accommodation bookings in Cape Town, Franschhoek or Stellenbosch should you decide to come in a day earlier or stay on after the tour!

Capey Tours reserves the right to change the daily routes as it deems fit due to weather, road conditions and / or where the flowers are showing the best. Please also note that the flowers normally bloom from about 10am – 3pm, depending on the weather (flowers need 16 – 18 degrees to open) and the sun and this plays a huge part in our daily itinerary!

Below are the tours where we still have limited space available:

* 8 – 12 Aug 2024 * 13 – 17 Aug 2024 * 20 – 24 Aug 2024 * 27 – 31 Aug 2024 * 2 – 6 Sept 2024

Should you decide to proceed, please return these completed forms to us, with your proof of 50% deposit to confirm your booking. Balance of payment due 14 days prior to your tour.

This will be our 11th year of hosting these flower tours and we are confident that you will see flowers on any of our dates! We stop amongst the flowers, so very little walking, but you can walk as little or as much as you like. Our groups are mostly senior people.

Cape Town residents:

As you reside in our beautiful city, there’s no need to sleep over at The Blaauwberg Hotel. We do however invite you to join us for the group welcome meeting and dinner on day 1 at the hotel (included in the costs). Your price for the tour will be R9,800 per person sharing, with an additional R1,800 for a single supplement.

Also, please see some notes below:

• All flights are arranged by the clients and are NOT included AND ARE ADDITIONAL FOR YOUR ACCOUNT. Depending on your city of departure, please see the flights below you must book for your trip to Cape Town (day 1) – PLEASE SEE NOTES BELOW AS TO WHICH FLIGHTS/TIMES TO BOOK FROM VARIOUS AIRPORTS
• All airport transfers/shuttles will be handled by Capey Tours and are included. Clients advise flight details with booking or ASAP. Clients to arrive the afternoon on day 1 as per itinerary
• All meals included, EXCEPT dinner on day 4, that’s for your own account. All drinks for own account. Clients can have dinner at the hotel on day 4 or at one of the few restaurants in the are. Re meals, please note that its difficult to obtain “Halaal” food on the West Coast on a constant basis, but we do provide vegetarian meals on all our tours
• All entrance/park fees included
• A 50% deposit secures your booking, with the balance due 14 days prior to your tour

FLIGHTS TO BE BOOKED – OWN ACCOUNT

Johannesburg to Cape Town – Please book as follows:

– SAFAIR Flight FA206: 12h15 – 14h35 landing in Cape Town – Any other flights, please book so that you land in Cape Town between 14h00 – 15h00 or as close as possible

Return Flight: Cape Town to Johannesburg – Please book as follows:

– SAFAIR Flight FA299: 10h15 – 12h20 landing in Johannesburg – Any other flights, please book a flight that departs between 09h30 – 11h00

Durban to Cape Town – Please book as follows:

– SAFAIR FA161: 12h10 – 14h30 landing in Cape Town – Any other flights, please book so that you land in Cape Town between 14h00 – 15h00 or as close as possible

Return Flight: Cape Town to Durban – Please book:

– SAFAIR FA463: 10h25 – 12h30 landing in Durban – Any other flights, please book a flight that departs between 09h30 – 11h00

Port Elizabeth to Cape Town – Please book as follows:

– SAFAIR FA133: 12h30 – 13h55 landing in Cape Town – Any other flights, please book so that you land in Cape Town between 14h00 – 15h00 or as close as possible

Return Flight: Cape Town to Port Elizabeth – Please book:

– SAFAIR FA130: 12h35 – 13h55 landing in Port Elizabeth – Any other flights, please book a flight that departs between 09h30 – 11h00

George to Cape Town – Please book:

– SAFAIR FA191: 16h15 – 17h20 landing in Cape Town – Any other flights, please book so that you land in Cape Town between 14h00 – 15h00 or as close as possible

Return Flight: Cape Town to George – Please book: – Any other flights, please book a flight that departs between 09h30 – 11h00

Bloemfontein to Cape Town – Please book:

– Any other flights, please book so that you land in Cape Town between 14h00 – 15h00 or as close as possible

Return Flight: Cape Town to Bloemfontein – Please book: – Any other flights, please book a flight that departs between 09h30 – 11h00

PS: PLEASE book the correct flights for the correct dates. Capey Tours does not accept responsibility for incorrect flight bookings by clients.

West Coast and Namakwaland Flower Tour:

A journey through nature's splendor.

Discover the Beauty of South Africa’s West Coast: Join us for a breathtaking tour that showcases the vibrant floral wonders of South Africa’s West Coast. This exclusive tour will take you through stunning landscapes, charming towns, and lush flower fields, offering a unique way to explore the beauty and diversity of this region.

Tour Dates:

● September: 2nd Monday to 6th Friday, 9th Monday to 13th Friday, 16th Monday to 20th

Friday, 23rd Monday to 27th Friday

What’s Included: ● All dinners ● All breakfasts ● Comfortable accommodation ● Entrance fees to all attractions ● Transport throughout the tour

What’s Not Included: ● Lunches (take this opportunity to explore local eateries!) ● Refreshments (experience South African specialties on your own)

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1: Monday ● 08:00 Departure: Start your adventure from the Bellville area. ● Wine Estates: Visit several renowned wine farms, where you’ll enjoy wine tastings and picturesque views. ● Strassbergers Clanwilliam: Explore this charming town, known for its rich history and beautiful surroundings. ● Roadside Stalls: Stop at local stalls to sample regional snacks and crafts. ● Lunch: Enjoy a meal at Die Tol Citrusdal, known for its delicious local fare. ● Overnight: Stay in the Nieuwoudtville area, a quaint spot perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration.

Day 2: Tuesday ● Flower Viewing: Spend the entire day exploring the spectacular flower fields in the Nieuwoudtville area. This region is renowned for its vibrant displays of seasonal blooms. ● Overnight: Return to Nieuwoudtville for another peaceful night in this flower paradise.

Day 3: Wednesday ● Morning Flower Viewing: Continue to enjoy the stunning floral landscapes in Nieuwoudtville. ● Lunch: Savor a meal in Vanhrynsdorp, another charming town known for its local cuisine. ● Travel to Lambertsbay: After lunch, head to Lambertsbay, a coastal gem known for its scenic beauty and wildlife. ● Overnight: Stay in the Lambertsbay area and soak in the coastal ambiance.

Day 4: Thursday ● Coastal Drive: Depart after breakfast for Langebaan, traveling along the scenic West Coast. ● Sightseeing: Visit Bokkomlaan, Paternoster, West Coast Fossil Park, and the enchanting Pixie and Fairy World. ● Dinner: Experience a traditional South African meal at Boesmanland plaas kombuis. ● Overnight: Enjoy a restful night in Langebaan.

Day 5: Friday ● West Coast National Park: After breakfast, explore the West Coast National Park, famous for its diverse ecosystems and beautiful landscapes. ● Lunch: Delight in a meal at the Geelbek Restaurant within the park. ● Return Journey: Head back to the Bellville area via Darling, completing your tour with wonderful memories.

Book Your Spot:

● Minimum Participants: 4 people per tour ● Maximum Participants: 7 people per tour

How to Secure Your Reservation:

1. Contact Us: Reach out to check availability and reserve your spot. 2. Deposit: Confirm your booking by paying the deposit.

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Experience! Prepare to immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and serene landscapes of South Africa’s West Coast. Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable flower tour. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait too long to book your adventure!

Guests on the 7-day tour: Proceed to Cape Town Airport, where you board your two hours flight to Johannesburg, arriving in Johannesburg the same day. We thank you for a wonderful tour with us!

Dining Car on Premier Classe train

Bokkeveld daisies

This tour is a bus-only tour. The size of the group will determine the bus we take. We keep our transport in the luxury category. The advantage of a smaller group is that with a smaller bus we can go into more unique areas.

The alternative to this tour is the NLW6G: WEST COAST & NAMAQUALAND   tour   (GP-GP 6 days) -- that is the tour which starts and ends in Johannesburg, or the NLW6C: WEST COAST & NAMAQUALAND   tour   (CT-CT 6 days) -- that is the tour which starts and ends in Cape Town

This tour of 8 (eight) days covers the Matsikamma, the real Namaqualand , the 'boland' of the Namaqualand, Kalahari, and through the Northern Cape, and also the HANTAM !.

Here is a typical itinerary of the tour:

Day 1 : Northern Cape Kalahari and wine region

We depart from Gauteng at 05:00. We travel through the Northern Cape towards the Orange River (Gariep River) region, via the towns of Vryburg, Kuruman, Upington , Keimoes, and Kakamas , where we spend our first night.

This tour is based on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunches, Dinners and drinks are for your own account.

Augrabies Waterfall

Day 2 : Augrabies, Springbok

We depart after breakfast, to the Augrabies National Park , to view close-up the granite-confined waters of the Gariep (Orange) River, where it cascades over the several falls, and continues down to the Atlantic Ocean. Augrabies means 'The place of great noise' and it lies at the heart of the remote and fascinating Augrabies National Park.

We continue our travels and at Pofadder we have a brief comfort stop. We overnight with bed and breakfast in the Springbok / Nababeep area.

Day 3 : Namakwaland, Kamiesberg region, Vredendal

Today we visit the attractive area of Springbok, Okiep, and Nababeep, walking amongst and getting close-up to the flowers, to get those special near photos.

We continue to the areas where the flowers are most beautiful on the day, choosing amongst, for instance Goegap Nature Reserve / Namaqua National Park / Kamiesberg, etc, where fields of flowers await us.

We overnight in the area of Vanrhynsdorp / Vredendal , on Bed and breakfast basis.

Namaqualand flowers: Daisy Ursinia calenduliflora Namaqua parachute daisy / Berg-magrietjie , with Daisy Felicia australis Sambreeltjie

Desert Primrose Grielum humifusum Pietsnotjies , and others, growing wild in Namaqualand

Nieuwoudtville Waterfall

Day 4 : Cedarberg, Clanwilliam, Lambert's Bay area

After a well deserved breakfast, we visit the Clanwilliam area. It is in this region where the much loved Rooibos tea is cultivated. A visit to the Ramskop Nature Garden, is certainly a must.

We continue to the Rooibos tea factory, and also the Veldshoe Factory (vellies), attractions not to be missed. We go say hello to the Atlantic Ocean, travelling to Lambert's Bay area, where we have a late lunch / early dinner, and overnight on bed and breakfast basis in Vredendal area.

Day 5 : Maskam, Nieuwoudville

Today we travel to the Flower Bulb Capital of the world, Nieuwoudtville , where the bulb species grow on the 'Boland of the Namaqualand'. An amazing array of species are found here - some particularly endemic to the region. We visit the 100m deep Nieuwoudtville Waterfall and the Succulent Nursery in Vanrhynsdorp - another day of hunting for the most beautiful areas of wildflowers.

We overnight on one of the farms in the area of Nieuwoudtville, amongst the flowers!

Day 6 : Nieuwoudville, Calvinia

After an interesting night and a morning on the highveld of Namaqualand, we continue to Calvinia , into the Hantam - yet another day of taking in the beauty of this region. Here we hunt for another treasure of unique vistas and wild flowers. We overnight on Bed and breakfast basis.

The Cedarberg Mountains, named after the Cedar Tree which is now threatened in this region.

Day 7 : Hantam, Boesmanland, Gariep

After breakfast, our journey continues through the southern region of the Boesmanland , through Brandvlei, to the Great Gariep, and Olifantshoek. We see the last of the amazing flowers, and take a few photos of rows and rows of community birds' nests , telephone lines, and many quiver trees .

We overnight on Bed and breakfast basis.

Day 8 : We return home with lots of memories and good friends, again travelling through the Upper Northern Cape, back home to Gauteng, the province of Johannesburg and Pretoria, to arrive late afternoon / early evening.

An amazing follow-up tour to consider is the:

The area around the Cape on the south-western tip of Africa is not often explored on regular tours of the country, yet holds many magnificent secrets, ready to be explored on our Around-the-Cape tour.

We venture into the countryside and bring you the exhilaration of unexplored areas -- 'Around the Cape'. Come and enjoy with us the Open and Green, the endless Karoo and the blue seas, really wild open skies, and really deep valleys...

We arrive in Cape Town, the Mother City of South Africa, by plane at the International Airport, and make our way to the town of Tulbach , where we explore this old town which was partly destroyed by an earthquake , which is a rare natural disaster in South Africa, years ago.

Many interesting small shops in town are eager to welcome you, especially in the street which was reconstructed after the earthquake.

A selection of restaurants stands ready to serve a meal of your choice in the tranquil setting of the Boland .

This tour is based on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunch, Dinner and drinks are for your own account.

We overnight at our Lodge on Bed and Breakfast basis.

Day 2 - Around the Cape tour

We depart Tulbach, heading out to Sutherland.

This is the far-off Karoo dorp with the exceptional privilege of housing SALT, the largest telescope in South Africa , and soon will be hosting the largest on the planet, shared with Australia -- the SKA, square kilometre array telescope.

Here we visit the telescope installation outside of town, later to return for our stargazing into the evening sky, with stories and exploration on our minds, told by one of the astrologically knowledgeable local residents.

Overnight at our Lodge. B B included.

We depart Sutherland for Matjiesfontein , where we explore the wonderful old buildings of yesteryear, with lunch in the Lord Nelson Hotel, or similar.

Matjiesfontein is that beautifully preserved, old-charm train station town on the way between Cape Town and Johannesburg, nestled in the Karoo along the main N1 motorway.

We continue our journey to Prince Albert , which is spread out at the foothills of the Swartberg Mountain range, another of those towns you want to spend a few days in, neat Karoo town with old world charm, now also famous for the TV cook series, Kokkedoor.

Today you have the opportunity to go to Hell and back -- no not literally to the Hell of your conviction, but literally to the far-off settlement of The Hell , in the Gamkaskloof .

It is a 4x4 route, and you will enjoy the scenery and comfortable ride. Down in The Hell is another tale of confined space, but with fertile soil and many stories of the people who settled there and made a living under very difficult circumstances.

Another option is to explore the town of Prince Albert and its surroundings of fruit farming, dairy farming, and many shops, art collections, art to buy, exquisite cuisine, vistas and stories.

We travel either over the Swartberg Pass , or through Meiringspoort , visiting the ostrich industry and the Cango Caves of Oudtshoorn.

There is a magnificent restaurant under the Swartberg mountains (on the other side) waiting to entertain your taste buds with delicious food from the area.

We overnight in the vicinity of Oudtshoorn or the R62 route. B B included.

We continue through the Little Karoo to the southern tip of Africa, Cape Agulhas . We spend the day in the vicinity of Cape Agulhas, exploring the surrounding farms and enjoying the ocean - you might see some whales! You have the rare opportunity to be at the point where the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean meet.

Visit also the Cape Agulhas lighthouse.

We depart Cape Agulhas for Cape Town, travelling through the Overberg , enjoying the many mountains and towns on our way to the Mother City.

We overnight in the vicinity of Stellenbosch. B B included.

We depart Cape Town on the Premier Classe train to Johannesburg, a luxury experience, where you relax and enjoy the scenery, and have three meals, luxuriously set in the Dining car on board the train.

Overnight on the Premier Classe train. All three meals included. Only two guests per compartment, or for single guests: only one per coupe.

We arrive at Johannesburg Park station at approximately 11:00, relaxed and excited for our next tour with Touring South Africa !

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Another Gem in Namaqualand, is the:

This hiking tour is an easy, catered-for, hiking tour , with a base camp. The hiking is along the West Coast of South Africa, through the Namaqua National Park's coastal region on the Atlantic Ocean.

Bring along your camera and make sure you can take lots of photos - extra batteries are recommended. Cell phone reception might not be possible.

You take your tent and necessary personal gear for the camp, and your day back pack hiking gear, which you will need during your daily excursion along the coast, and return each day late afternoon to base camp.

If you get too tired, you may get onto the donkey cart to take a rest. The donkey cart takes your day gear, so you are not carrying a heavy pack on your back while hiking!

What a way to hike! Isn't it just convenient fun!?

At night time, we spend the evening under the stars, around the camp fire ...Wow!

We depart early by flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town . We meet our bus, as well as our guests joining us in Cape Town, at the airport, and proceed to Darling , where we visit the Wild flower show for the rest of the day.

We overnight in Velddrif, on bed and breakfast basis. Drinks for your own account.

After a good night's rest and a hearty breakfast, we depart in our persuit of the beautiful places with wild flowers , on the West coast area.

In the afternoon, we proceed to Lambert's Bay where we overnight. Dinner, bed and breakfast. Drinks for your own account.

Day 1 Hike (Day 3 Tour)

Arrival at Garies at 12:00 - 13:00

Depart Garies at 14:00 with safari vehicles (included), travelling on dirt roads for about 80km to our camp , where we will return to every night, for the duration of the hiking tour.

We set up our tent(s) and enjoy the wonderful open night skies, around the camp fire.

Day 2 Hike (Day 4 Tour)

After breakfast, we transfer by vehicle(s) to Strandfonteinpunt, where donkey carts join us. We hike to Spoegrivier Caves , where 2000 years old sheep remains were found, on the coast. Hiking 17km.

We return to camp by (safari) vehicle for our second night under the star

Day 3 Hike (Day 5 Tour)

After breakfast, we depart again to Strandfonteinpunt by safari vehicle. We hike from there to Koringkorrel , with the donkey carts joining us. We spend tea time at Bitterriviermond (Bitter river mouth) and keep a lookout for any seal colonies. Day 4 Hike (Day 6 Tour) After breakfast, we transfer by vehicle to Groenriviermond . From there we hike to Kwass se Baai. Donkey carts wait at Kwass to take hikers further to Koringkorrelbaai.

Our last hiking day: After breakfast, we pack up our tents, leave it there, and then we have a choice of hiking: either

1) From Koringkorrel to Kwass se Baai - 6km, or

2) From Koringkorrel to Kwass and return to Koringkorrel

When we return to camp, the remaining part of the camp will be round up.

We then depart back to Garies , by vehicle.

For the tour version of 8 days:

We continue to Vredendal , where we overnight at Tharrakamma, on dinner, bed, and breakfast basis. Drinks for your own account.

We depart to Cape Town, where we visit Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens . There we enjoy the many different flowers in this Cape Floral Kingdom, the most varied of all the different floral kingdoms of the world.

We bid our guests from Cape Town Goodbye.

We proceed to Cape Town International Airport for our flight back to Gauteng.

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Breakaway Namaqualand, West coast, Cederberg. ( A flower tour )

This is one of the tours aimed to be a break from the COVID pains and celebrate life.

This tour is a short, 6 night, tour focusing on the flower area of Namaqualand and the Cederberg. It follows directly on the heals of the Richtersveld tour and is ideal to do together and start experiencing the flowers in the northern area already. We visit the Namaqua national park and west coast for our flower experience. We should be in the middle of the flower season.

The next section is a very special night at the West coast camp site.  We do a bit of sand driving, visit the seal colony and just have a bit of fun. 1 Night in case of bad weather, but enough time to see what is out there.

Then we head inland again and on to the Cederberg area. 2 nights here will give us a day to explore what there is around here and also a day to do a bit of trekking in the reserve. Visiting of the well known rock formations. A bit of wine tasting and nature drive. 

The Itinerary

We all make our way to the starting point of our journey. We meet at our overnight accommodation at Springbok. 

We take the day to visit the Namaqua national park and we tour their various spots for flowers and other interesting things.

Once we are done we head down to the coastal section for the night.

After breakfast we continue down the beach until our exit at Groenriviermond from where we head to Nieuwoudville. Normally one of the flower hot spots.

We take the back roads and visit more of the normal flowering hot spots and finall end up in Elandsbaai.

From Elandsbaai we will be exploring the area and drive a few back roads along the coastal area. We see where the best displays are and head there.

Finally we end up in Yzerfontein.

We head to an olive farm for a bit of a tasting  and then north in to the Cederberg mountains.

Here a bit of wine tasting before our last night. This is also where my Cape fold mountain pass tour begins if you were interested.

Our tour concludes and I start my Cape fold mountain pass tour .

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West coast flower day tour, full day tour (seasonal august & september), starting and ending the day tour in cape town, experience the beauty of the west coast by enjoying a breath-taking tour of this natural wonderland. springtime offers you the chance to view the beauty of the west coast in all her glory, providing you with the opportunity to take in the magnificence that this natural wildflower garden has to offer. if you’re itching to explore more of this beautiful coast, this tour also includes an optional visit to langebaan and a scrumptious picnic lunch. .

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• Once we’ve enjoyed all that Bloubergstrand has to offer, we will make our way north, towards the vast and beautiful West Coat.
• If nature is something that you are looking to get reacquainted with, then the West Coast National Park is the ideal spot. The second stop on our tour, this spectacular park allows you to enjoy a leisurely trip to the Postberg. This ecologically sensitive area is specially opened to the public during the flower season, with most of our time being dedicated to experiencing the beauty that this area has to offer.
• As we head back to the bustling city of Cape Town, we will stop at the Tienie Versfeld Flower Reserve, where we will enjoy the beauty that this natural wonderland has been transformed into.
• If there is time to spare, we’ll have the opportunity to visit the seaside village of Yzerfontein, a popular holiday destination for many.

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Experience the wild flowers of namaqualand, 4 day itinerary.

Day 1: West Coast/Elandsbay/House of Rooibos/succulent nursery

Today’s highlights:

• We drive up the West Coast and see the beautiful, bright yellow canola fields.
• We stop along the way for refreshments (own account).
• We drive through Veldrif and visit Bokkomlaan, where you will learn about the famous dried fish called Bokkom.
• We drive on to Elandsbaai where you will enjoy lunch by the sea and weather permitting, enjoy a lovely walk on the beach.
• We drive on through the towns of Leipoltdville and Graafwater.
• We reach Clanwilliam with the incredible Cederberg mountains as the backdrop and discover this to be the only place in the world where Rooibos tea grows naturally.
• You will visit the House of Rooibos where you will learn how the rooibos plant is grown, harvested and made into tea. There is also a wonderful variety of products on sale, from tea’s to skin care products.
• You can also enjoy a lovely rooibos tea tasting.
• We drive further North and enter the incredible region of Namaqualand with the breath taking Matzikama mountain range welcoming you to Vanrhynsdorp.
• We visit a succulent nursery in Vanrhynsdorp, where you will see the most incredible succulent plants and learn how they have adapted to survive their harsh living conditions.
• Check into our accommodation. We will either stay at the lovely Lombard’s guest house or Vanryhsndorp self- catering resort.
• Dinner will be enjoyed at the best restaurant in town, The Red OX at Letsatsi Lodge.

Day 2: Quiver tree forest/Nieuwoudville/Matjiesfontein farm

• Delicious breakfast at the Red OX.
• We drive up the breathtaking Vanrhyns pass.
• You visit the quiver tree forest. It is truly a sight to behold! You are able to walk amongst the trees, which are not actually trees but aloe plants. You will learn all about the quiver trees and you will discover many incredible plant species growing all around them as well.
• We visit the beautiful sandstone church in Nieuwoudville and enjoy a cup of tea and some of the best pancakes I have ever tasted. They also have a wonderful craft market, where you can buy anything from home made rusks, leather belts, knitted teddy bears, aprons and SO much more.
• A visit to Matjiesfontein farm where you will be surrounded by flowers as far as your eye can see. A truly incredible experience. You are able to walk amongst the flowers and find amazing species and take many, many pictures.
• You enjoy your packed lunch surrounded by flowers.
• Time permitting we will visit other flower spots.
• After a full and memorable day we head back to Vanrhynsdorp.
• Dinner at the Red OX or if you would like to have a braai on your own at your accommodation then you are welcome to do so or we can braai as a group (weather permitting)

Day 3: We head further North/Skilpad area of the Namaqua National Park.

• We head further North and stop for refreshments along the way in the town of Garries (own account).
• We drive through the town of Kammieskroon and visit the Skilpad area of the Namaqua National Park which is close to Springbok.
•  We spend the day here, walking along the flower paths and taking many pictures a long the way.
• We enjoy our picnic lunch by the flowers.
• We head back to Vanrhynsdorp for dinner at the Red Ox and to overnight.

Day 4: Pakhuis pass/Travellers Rest/Biedouw valley

• With bags packed we head off along the N7 to Clanwilliam.
• We drive through the Pakhuis pass and marvel at the amazing rock formations.
• We stop at Traveller’s rest for refreshments (own account). A beautiful hidden gem, situated next to the Brandewyn river.
• We then head off and experience the majestic beauty of the Biedouw valley. Here we spend our time walking amongst the flowers and enjoying our lunch.
• After another spectacular day, we start to make our way back to Cape Town. 

I am with you the whole time, walking with you in the flowers, pointing out and explaining the different species to you.

We reserve the right  to change the daily routes as it deems fit due to weather, road conditions and or where the flowers are showing the best.

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Only 3 dates left for our annual 3-day west coast flower tours: 12 to 14 august, 27 to 29 august, and 8 to 10 september., air-conditioned tour vehicle departs from and returns to cape town.

Tours are limited to 12 people per tour. Vehicles will be a 23 seater.

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This coming flower season promises to be one of the best ever! We have had great rainfall in the area and this year promises to be a special one! We have very limited space left for our very popular 3 Day Flower tours .

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Cape Town – Piekenierskloof Pass –  Citrusdal – Clanwilliam – Ramskop Gardens – Biedouw Valley – Vanrhynsdorp

Vanrhynsdorp – Vanrhyns Pass – Nieuwoudtville – Matjiesfontein Farm – Papkuilsfontein – Hantam Botanical Gardens

West Coast – West Coast National Park – Postberg – Cape Town

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Tours are limited to 12 people per tour. Vehicle will be a 23 seater VW Crafter to comply with COVID-19 regulations. We follow ALL COVID-19 PROTOCOLS on a daily basis. We use a NON ALCOHOLIC disinfectant for hand spray and to disinfect our vehicles.

Luxury travel: Each passenger has their own light, a/c point. Ample USB charging points in vehicle.

Accommodation: 4-star Lodge Type with Registered Cathsseta guide.

Landscape of the area southwest of Clanwilliam, Ramskop Nature Reserve, Western Cape, South Africa.

We do pick-ups in Stellenbosch, V & A City Lodge Cape Town as well as Cape Town International Airport.  Should you fly in, we request guests to be at Cape Town Airport not later than 08:30, for us to depart approximately 09:15. Even better, if you arrive a day before departure and spend the night either in Stellenbosch or V & A City Lodge, we can assist with your booking for this additional accommodation.

Overnight: Vanrhynsdorp Activities Included:  Ramskop Garden & Rooibos Tea Factory & Biedouw Valley Accommodation: 4-Star Luxury Accommodation Meals:  Lunch & Dinner

We then finish off the day with a flower drive before making our way back to Vredendal/Vanrhynsdorp.

Overnight: Vanrhynsdorp Activities Included:  Visit a nursery, Van Rhyns Pass, Matjiesfontein Farm & Papkuilsfontein Farm Accommodation: 4-Star Luxury Accommodation Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

West Coast – West Coast National Park – Postberg – Cape Town We spend our day exploring the flowers of the West Coast and the West Coast National Park. We travel back via Clanwilliam, Leipoldtville, Dwarskersbos, then from Velddrif to Langebaan! We will also enjoy the natural beauty of the Langebaan lagoon. The visit to Postberg Flower Reserve will be the highlight of the day as this part of the park is only open two months of the year!

Activities Included: Langebaan Lagoon; West Coast National Park Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Tours are limited to 12 people per tour. Vehicle will be a 23 seater VW Crafter to comply with COVID-19 regulations, giving ample space. We follow ALL COVID-19 PROTOCOLS on a daily basis. We use a NON ALCOHOLIC disinfectant for hand spray and to disinfect our vehicles. Vehicle has passenger and liability cover of R15 million Luxury travel: Each passenger has their own light, a/c point. Ample USB charging points in vehicle. Accommodation: 4-star Lodge Type Guide: Registered Cathsseta guide.

We reserve the right to change the daily routes as it deems fit due to weather, road conditions, and or where the flowers are showing the best. Please also note that the flowers normally bloom from about 10 am – 3 pm, depending on the weather and the sun, and this plays a huge part in our daily itinerary!

Please, can we request that you pack a small suitcase as we won’t have a trailer for this tour and space is scarce!

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23 of the Best Lilac Varieties to Grow at Home

When I was a kid, my dad built my sister and me a zipline running from a spruce tree to a playhouse in our garden.

I loved the zipline, but my favorite part was the little platform high in the spruce tree. I’d go up there to read books and eat snacks.

Just below the tree stood a fragrant lilac bush that became the steady backdrop of every spring day I spent up on the platform.

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Nowadays, I spend a lot of time gazing at the lilac bush I’ve planted in view of my kitchen window and dreaming up places to plant more.

When I peruse nurseries each spring, there are always several different types, and it can be hard to choose between them.

Which are the most fragrant? Which will thrive in my growing zone? I suspect you have these questions, too.

So for all you lilac lovers out there, in this article, I’ll introduce you to my 23 favorite varieties.

23 of the Best Lilacs for Your Garden

• Agincourt Beauty
• Beauty of Moscow
• Be Right Back
• Charles Joly
• Common Purple
• Common White

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• James Macfarlane
• Japanese Tree Lilac
• Ludwig Spaeth
• Miss Canada
• Scentara Double Blue
• Scent and Sensibility Pink
• Tiny Dancer
• Yankee Doodle

In order to flower, a lilac needs over 2,000 chill hours below 45°F during the winter, which makes it the ultimate cold-weather shrub.

Due to its love for chilly temperatures, I would never think to associate it with an olive tree .

However, deciduous, perennial lilacs are part of the olive family, Oleaceae. Most lilacs thrive in Zones 3-7, but some are hardy to Zone 2. Other cultivars, bred specifically for warmer weather, grow well in Zones 8 and 9 – some even in parts of Zone 10.

There are twelve species in the genus Syringa , and if you’re just getting started, you can learn all about how to cultivate them in your garden in our guide to growing lilacs .

Swedish scientist Carl Linnaeus first named the genus in 1753. The word “syringa” comes from the ancient Greek word “syrinx,” which means pipe or tube. It refers to the mythological nymph, Syrinx, who changed into hollow reeds in order to escape the lustful advances of the god Pan.

Thus, Syrinx gave us words for hollow things, like syringes – and the branches of lilac shrubs, which are hollow yet strong.

Lilacs are known for their panicles of purple, pink, or white flowers, and their deep green foliage, which is heart-shaped on some cultivars. In the United States, the most commonly grown species is S. vulgaris , the common lilac.

Many of the lilacs described below are cultivars of S. vulgaris and are called “French hybrids” or “French lilacs.” They are intraspecific crosses, which means they are not crossed with a different species.

Many of these originated in France, thanks to the efforts of Victor Lemoine and his wife Marie in the 1870s. Their son and grandson continued to breed lilacs, and between them the family introduced over 200 cultivars between 1876 and 1953.

The name “French hybrid” has stuck even though many were, and still are, also cultivated in the United States and other European countries.

French hybrids may be single flowered with four petals on each bloom, but some cultivars are double-flowered for an extra-full, lush look with as many as 12 petals on a single flower.

Most French hybrids grow to between four and 20 feet tall at maturity. Some have a compact, upright growth habit, while others tend to spread.

Some may be described as reblooming, which means they flower in the spring followed by a further flush of color in late summer.

Victor Lemoine also hybridized S. vulgaris with the Chinese lilac, S. oblata , to produce what are often called Hyacinflora lilacs, S . x hyacinthiflora . These early-blooming varieties have flowers that resemble tiny hyacinths.

Another notable plant breeder from Canada, Isabella Preston, produced 82 different hybrid lilacs between 1912 and 1946. These are commonly referred to as Preston lilacs, or S . x prestoniae .

Other common species include:

• Japanese tree lilacs, S. reticulata , are fragrant trees that grow up to 30 feet tall with a spread of 20 feet.
• Korean lilacs S. meyeri , aka S. pubescens , are spicy-sweet scented shrubs that grow just seven feet tall with a spread of five feet.
• Persian S. persica , which grows four to eight feet tall with a spread of five to 10 feet, smells delightful, and is native to Iran.
• S. emodi , aka Himalayan lilac, has an upright growth habit and reaches up to 16 feet tall with a spread of 13 feet and does not smell pleasant.

All are beautiful in their own right, and most give off one of the most alluring smells in the world.

1. Agincourt Beauty

Do you want blooms with huge florets to cut and and place in a vase, filling your home with the sweet smell of springtime?

Then ‘Agincourt Beauty’ ( S. vulgaris ), which blooms from late April to early May, is the lilac for you.

With the biggest individual florets of all lilac species and cultivars, ‘Agincourt Beauty’ is a vibrant violet stunner.

‘Agincourt Beauty’

This cultivar thrives in Zones 3-7 and reaches a dazzling height of 10 to 12 feet tall with a spread of eight to 10 feet. I definitely need to get my hands on an ‘Agincourt Beauty’ plant for my backyard.

You can find bare roots or a live plant in a three-inch container available at Nature Hills Nursery .

2. Beauty of Moscow

For a sweet surprise, plant ‘Beauty of Moscow’ ( S. vulgaris ), aka ‘Krasavitsa Moskvy’ – which literally translates from Russian to “beauty of Moscow” – in your yard or garden.

This shrub forms soft-pink buds that bloom into white, double-flowered blossoms. Delicately beautiful, the flowers are also highly fragrant.

Cut one or two clusters from the plant, put them in a vase, and enjoy the sweet smell of springtime throughout your entire house.

‘Beauty of Moscow’

‘Beauty of Moscow’ flowers in May. It’s hardy to Zones 3-7, reaches a mature height of 10-12 feet, with a spread of up to eight feet.

You can find bare roots to plant available at Nature Hills Nursery .

3. Be Right Back

With dark pink buds that give way to large, fragrant, pink flowers, ‘Be Right Back’ ( S. hybrida ‘ GARlisabzar’) is a reblooming lilac that flowers in early summer and just when you think your season of color is over, blooms again in early fall.

‘Be Right Back’

‘Be Right Back’ grows to a mature height of four feet, with a similar width. It’s hardy in Zones 4-8.

You can find four-inch potted plants from Spring Hills Nursery via the Home Depot .

4. Bloomerang

Bloomerang® is a hybrid series of compact, reblooming lilacs with a rounded growth habit.

Bloomerang®, S. hybrida ‘Penda,’ produces light pink, fragrant flowers in late spring, then from July puts on a spectacular show of bright purple blossoms that last until first frost.

Bloomerang®

Bloomerang® does best in Zones 3-7, and reaches a mature height and width of three to six feet.

Find plants in three-inch containers available at Nature Hills Nursery .

5. Charles Joly

Do you need some magenta in your life right about now? Then let ‘Charles Joly’ ( S. vulgaris ) deliver just that.

This sweet-smelling shrub grows up to 12 feet tall with a spread of 10 feet, and thrives in Zones 3-7. But its striking double-flowered blooms are its most treasured trait.

‘Charles Joly’

Blooming begins from mid- to late spring and lasts three to four weeks. ‘Charles Joly’ received the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society in 1993.

You can find plants in two-inch containers available at Nature Hills Nursery .

6. Common Purple

S. vulgaris , the common lilac, is the species plant from which dozens of cultivars have been developed.

It was brought to the United States from Europe in the 1700s. Blooming in late May, it’s adaptable to many types of soil. Its lavender-colored flowers give off that classic, sweet scent.

S. vulgaris

I’m pretty sure we had a common lilac under the zipline tree in my childhood yard in Montana. I’ll be planting one of these shrubs, which are hardy to Zones 3-7 and grow to a height and width of eight to 10 feet, this spring.

If you want to do the same, you can find bare root plants from Nature Hills Nursery .

7. Common White

If you live in Zone 2, you’re in luck: the common white variety ( S. vulgaris var. alba ) thrives in Zones 2-7.

This is a subspecies of the purple common lilac, described above.

S. vulgaris var. alba

With snow-white blooms and a heavy, heady fragrance, this shrub blooms in mid-spring to early summer and offers everything lovely about lilacs to those who prefer white to purple.

The common white lilac grows eight to 10 feet tall and wide.

Find bare root plants online at Nature Hills Nursery .

8. Dwarf Korean

Dwarf Korean ( S. meyeri ‘Palibin’) is a popular six-foot shrub with an eight-foot spread, and I see it all the time in nurseries up here in Alaska.

It’s ideal for smaller gardens or container growing, thanks so its rounded, bushy growth habit and mature height and width of four to five feet.

A recipient of the Award of Garden Merit in 1993, this cultivar also won a gold medal from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society in 2000.

The purple flowers bloom profusely in the spring and give off a sweet fragrance. They close out the summer with one light rebloom to leave you with a sweet memory until it blooms again next spring.

Find bare root plants, three-inch, or five-inch containers from Nature Hills Nursery .

9. Ivory Silk

‘Ivory Silk’ is a Japanese tree lilac ( S. reticulata ) cultivar that produces huge, cream-colored panicles and delivers that classic lilac scent.

You’ll need a lot of room in your garden if you want to grow this one, as it tops out between 15-25 feet tall with a spread of 10-15 feet.

‘Ivory Silk’

The dark reddish bark makes an attractive statement in your yard even once the leaves drop off in the fall.

‘Ivory Silk’ is hardy to Zones 3-7, blooms in June, and provides the perfect shade for a sweet-scented picnic.

Find bare root plants, as well as five-inch containers, available at Nature Hills Nursery .

10. James Macfarlane

‘James Macfarlane’ ( S . x prestoniae ) is a Preston lilac that produces dark-pink buds that open into light-pink flowers.

He grows up to eight feet tall with a spread of up to 10 feet, making him a perfect choice for a privacy hedge.

‘James Macfarlane’

Plus, he’s extra-hardy, thriving in Zones 2-7. Sweet-smelling ‘James Macfarlane’ blooms in May and June.

You can find bare root plants available at Nature Hills Nursery .

11. Japanese Tree Lilac

The species S. reticulata aka Japanese tree lilac, is a multi-branched tree that produces small cream-colored flowers and deep green leaves that drape elegantly over your grassy yard.

I call it the “reading lilac,” because the tree creates a cozy nook for book-lovers like me to spread a picnic blanket and curl up with a novel.

Despite their small size, the early summer-blooming flowers pack plenty of scent.

S. reticulata

S. reticulata grows up to a stunning 20-25 feet tall with a spread of 15-25 feet, and does best in Zones 3-7.

Find bare root plants available at Nature Hills Nursery .

Read more about growing this variety here .

12. Ludwig Spaeth

The deep purple-red color of ‘Ludwig Spaeth’ ( S. x vulgaris ) is enough to make even the hardest heart swoon.

The flowers of this French hybrid are also highly fragrant. It blooms slightly later in the spring or early summer than other varieties, making it easy for you to extend your yard’s lilac show.

‘Ludwig Spaeth’

Reaching up to 10 feet tall and spreading up to eight feet wide, ‘Ludwig Spaeth’ creates a wonderful privacy hedge and does best in Zones 3-7.

You can find bare root plants online via Nature Hills Nursery .

13. Miss Canada

For a pink-flowered Preston cultivar that also provides pretty foliage in the fall, try ‘Miss Canada’ ( S. x prestoniae ).

This mid-sized shrub grows to between six and nine feet tall and five and eight feet wide. Its clusters of flowers bloom in early summer for two to three weeks.

‘Miss Canada’

The cheerful pink blossoms smell delightful, and the shrub thrives in Zones 3-7. In the fall, the leaves turn a rich yellow color.

14. Miss Kim

‘Miss Kim’ is a cultivar of  S. pubescens var. patula , a dwarf Korean lilac originally introduced by University of New Hampshire in 1954.

It’s ideal for those in slightly warmer growing zones, as she thrives in Zones 4-9. This tidy shrub reaches a height and width of four to five feet and produces large, sweet-smelling blooms in a light-purple color.

‘Miss Kim’

A prolific bloomer, ‘Miss Kim’ produces flowers in the springtime, but her dark-green foliage remains attractive during the summer before it gives way to a stunning claret in the fall.

You can find bare root plants, three-inch containers, or five-inch containers from Nature Hills Nursery .

As peppy as her name suggests, ‘Rosie’ ( S. vulgaris ), wows you with her bright-pink flowers – and her heat tolerance.

She’s part of the Beach Party™ series of “low chill” lilac cultivars developed by John Schoustra, a plant breeder in California.

‘Rosie’

Which is good news for those of you in warmer growing zones: with fewer chilling hours required than is typical in a lilac, she thrives in Zones 4-10.

‘Rosie’ grows up to 12 feet tall and spreads six to eight feet, and smells delightful.

You can buy ‘Rosie’ in four-inch pots from Spring Hill Nurseries via the Home Depot .

16. Royalty

Do you want a light, lavender-colored cultivar that’s highly aromatic and blooms later in the spring and early summer than other varieties?

Then try ‘Royalty’ ( S . x josiflexa ), bred in Canada by renowned horticulturist Isabella Preston in the 1920s.

‘Royalty’

While its blossoms are a lighter color, this Preston lilac’s buds are dark, giving the panicles a layered look.

Hardy to Zones 3-8 and requiring slightly fewer chill hours than other varieties, ‘Royalty’ grows up to 10 feet tall and spreads up to eight feet.

Find bare roots, as well as live plants in three- and five-inch containers, at Nature Hills Nursery .

17. Saugeana

‘Saugeana’ aka ‘Persian’ lilac is a hybrid cross between S. vulgaris and S. persica , sometimes listed as S x chinensis .

It was first discovered in Rouen, France, in 1777 and is sometimes referred to as the “Rouen lilac.”

‘Saugeana’

‘Saugeana’ produces pale purple flowers from mid-May with a sweet fragrance. The shrub grows four to eight feet tall and spreads all the way up to 10 feet wide.

This variety adapts well to almost any soil and is hardy in Zones 3-7.

18. Scentara Double Blue

For an alluring double-flowered blossom that’s the most gorgeous blue-violet color you’ve ever seen, plant ‘Scentara Double Blue’ ( S . x hyacinthiflora ).

This cultivar blooms in mid-spring and fills your yard with that pleasing, classic lilac scent.

‘Scentara Double Blue’

The shrub grows six to eight feet tall with a similar spread and thrives in Zones 2-8. I dream of a vase filled with these blue-purple flowers on every windowsill in my house.

You can order plants in one-quart containers from Proven Winners at the Home Depot .

19. Scent and Sensibility Pink

I’m lucky enough to have a ‘Scent and Sensibility Pink’ ( S. x ‘SMSXPM’) right outside my kitchen window. Each spring, it blooms in light-pink bouquets of fragrant beauty.

The blooms stop coming in midsummer, but just as you start to really miss them, August brings another flush of blossoms.

‘Scent and Sensibility Pink’

‘Scent and Sensibility Pink’ is a compact variety and only grows to about three feet high, but it can spread up to six feet, giving your garden or borders a pleasant, sprawling look.

This cultivar grows best in Zones 3-7.

You can find plants available at Burpee .

20. Sensation

If you adore both purple and white lilacs, why not try ‘Sensation’ ( S. vulgaris )? This unique cultivar boasts purple flowers edged in white for an elegant, layered look.

So beautiful is this cultivar that it was awarded the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit in 2012. Plus, it blesses you with its beauty for a full month in mid-spring.

‘Sensation’

Lightly fragrant ‘Sensation’ is hardy to Zones 3-7, grows up to 10 feet, and spreads up to 12 feet.

You can find bare root plants online at Nature Hills Nursery .

For bright purple clusters of sweet-scented blossoms decorating your yard, plant ‘Sunday,’ ( S. x chinensis ). ‘Sunday’ blooms abundantly, causing the branches to arch over.

‘Sunday’

‘Sunday’ blooms in early- to mid-spring and thrives in Zones 3-7. It grows up to 10 feet tall and spreads about eight feet.

Find a four-inch pots available from Spring Hill Nurseries via the Home Depot .

22. Tiny Dancer

If you dream of a fragrant border that doesn’t require constant trimming to make sure it doesn’t swallow your yard, try ‘Tiny Dancer’ ( S. vulgaris ) aka ‘Elsdancer.’

This dwarf variety grows up to just five feet tall and three to four feet wide and produces four- to five-inch bunches of heady lavender-colored blooms.

‘Tiny Dancer’

‘Tiny Dancer’ isn’t as cold-hardy as some other cultivars – it thrives in  Zones 4-8. It’s resistant to powdery mildew, making it an ideal cultivar for those of you who live in rainy areas.

Find bare root plants available at Burpee during the spring and summer months.

23. Yankee Doodle

For a classic American lilac, plant a ‘Yankee Doodle’ ( S. vulgaris ) in your yard.

This deep-purple beauty was cultivated in 1985 by Father John L. Fiala, an avid Ohio lilac breeder, and he counted it among his favorite creations.

‘Yankee Doodle’

‘Yankee Doodle’ grows up to 10 feet tall and spreads up to six feet. Highly aromatic, ‘Yankee Doodle’ blooms in late spring for up to four weeks and thrives in Zones 2-8.

Dreaming of Spring

There’s so much to look forward to in the springtime when you’ve got one (or five) lilac bushes or trees planted throughout your yard.

If you love these plants as much as I do, try combining early bloomers with late bloomers for a near-constant rush of scent and color.

Tell me, what’s your favorite lilac variety? How many have you planted at your home? Share any tips or questions in the comment section below!

And in the meantime, for more information on growing shrubs in your garden, check out these articles next:

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• 23 of the Best Variegated Shrubs for Your Landscape
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Thank you so much for letting us know that some lilac varieties can grow in zone 9. I live on the central coast of California and thought that I would have to forego them!

Thank you for your comment, Helga! 🙂

Is there a lilac plant named Delila or possibly Lila? Thank-you

Hi Lori! I’m not aware of a lilac with that name. Do you know any characteristics of this plant? I’d love to help you find it.

There is a soft pink lilac called lila.

Can you plant different lilacs together?

You can, although you’ll need to closely monitor the plants for pests and diseases, as growing multiple lilacs increases the chances of having lilac-specific maladies plague your plants. But planting different varieties together makes for a gorgeous yard, and it’s something I’ve done before! 

Also, just make sure to space the plants appropriately. That way, they won’t intertwine and begin growing as one mass — more on that in this interesting article . 

As a landscaper, this article is one of the best primers on lilacs. I forward the website to my clients so they can choose for themselves. Nicely done, and thanks for the article!

Thanks so much, Mark!

At the risk of sounding ignorant, are tricoloured lilacs always grafted or with three plants potted together? I ask because a gentleman is advertising small plants taken from a larger tricolour bush, and says that one branch will produce several colours. Bluish-purple, white, and what looks like “Sensation” you’ve included in this article.

Hello Sue! Thanks for reading Laura’s piece. As for tricolor lilac varieties, they are propagated from seed, cuttings, or plant tissue. I would love to know if the type this gentleman is selling has a registered name or is just a local thing. If you’re worried it won’t bloom as advertised, most sellers would be happy to let you see the parent plant or a photo. Let us know if you learn the variety name or if you do purchase one of the young seedlings. Our readers and I would enjoy it if you shared a photo! And by the …  Read more »

What is the kind of lilac that bends up. Not like a disease, but just bends up.

I think it’s Syringa x chinensis (Chinese lilac).

Hello Nicholas Oborny. I concur, and those twisting branches sure are intriguing.

Here’s a photo I dug up credited to Wikimedia Commons:

I’m probably the opposite of most; I love lilacs but HATE having to duck under the branches while mowing with riding mower. I want fragrant varieties that grow 4-5ft tall before branching out at all. know of any? I live in Nashville tn.

Hello larry willard! I can see your point about wanting a more compact lilac in certain situations.

How does one of the bushes in the Bloomerang® series sound? It grows to about five feet tall and spreads about five feet, too. Not only does this cultivar meet your size requirements, it reblooms twice a year and is hardy in the Nashville Zone 7a.

If you grow it, won’t you let us know how it turns out? Happy gardening…

I am looking for the name of a giant lilac in our yard. It is 15-20’ tall, probably 16’ wide, purple elongated blooms and blooms later when the common lilacs are done blooming. We are zone 3.

Hi Therese, can you upload a photo so we can take a look? Thanks!

I just bought the ivory silk Japanese Lilac the tag on it said it will grow 10-12’ft high and 6′ ft wide but in your post it says they’re larger

Are they really all that large or are some smaller

Hi Barbara, the sizes given above are the maximum you could expect in ideal growing conditions. Japanese tree lilacs do tend to grow pretty big. It’s possible that the one you purchased is a smaller variety.

I have a question – I was reading your amazing article and found it very informative about lilacs. I am new to gardening and want to plant indoors because I do live in nyc and don’t really have access to a yard since I live in an apartment. I want to start growing my own plants and flowers, even foods, because lately we really don’t know what the hell they are feeding us nowadays. But aside from that I love me some lilacs. they make the house smell sooo amazing… literally girllllll I am drooling and plus it’s so calming… …  Read more »

Great questions Kayla, and welcome to the world of gardening! The beauty and fragrance of lilacs is so alluring. Do you have access to any type of patio or roof deck where you can grow potted plants outdoors? Dwarf varieties of lilacs can be grown in containers, which you can read more about in our guide, but they need to be exposed to winter temperatures outdoors in order to bloom. Instead, check out our roundup of fragrant plants that are excellent candidates to grow indoors for some alternative suggestions to grow in pots inside your apartment. USDA Hardiness Zones help …  Read more »