As red wintersweets, white wintersweets, and magnolias in Huaxi quietly begin to bloom this winter, we've prepared an early flower-viewing guide in Huaxi district for you. With a dazzling variety of blossoms, there's sure to be a flower for you! Save this guide, and you'll be all set for your scenic visits and photo adventures!

Plum blossom

Flowering period: Late January to mid-March

Recommended locations: Shilihetan, Confucius Academy, and Huaxi Park

Red plum blossoms glow like rosy clouds, while white ones gleam like fresh snow. Clusters of blooms sway gently in the breeze, filling the air with a light, delicate fragrance.

Plum blossoms bloom in Huaxi district. [Photo/WeChat account of Huaxi district]

Magnolia flower

Flowering period: January to April

Recommended locations: Huaxi Park

Amid the branches, magnolia petals bloom – pure white like polished jade, simple and serene. Swaying softly in the gentle breeze, they release a delicate, lingering fragrance that brings a sense of peace and refreshment.

Peach blossom

Flowering Period: Mid-March to early April

Recommended locations: Jinshan village in Jinzhu sub-district and Huaxi Park

Vast stretches of peach blossoms create a scene reminiscent of a hidden paradise, inviting visitors to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of spring.

Cherry blossom

Flowering period: March to April

Recommended locations: Shilihetan, Confucius Academy, and Huaxi Park

Every March, cherry blossoms covering the hillsides awaken in the spring breeze, illuminating the entire season. Beneath the blooming trees, a gentle wind carries petals swirling through the air like fluttering snow.

Cherry blossoms at Confucius Academy in Huaxi district enter their peak flowering period. [Photo/WeChat account of Huaxi district]

Purple-leaf plum

Flowering period: April

Recommended locations: Huaxi Park

Purple-leaf plum blossoms, often mistaken for cherry blossoms, shine brilliantly during spring. The rich purple petals contrast beautifully with the delicate white flowers, creating a distinct and harmonious charm. Wherever the eye wanders, the trees rise like snowy symphonies of spring – lively, lovely, and captivating.

Cole flower

Flowering period: Mid-March to early April

Recommended locations: Guizhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Shilihetan, and Huangjingu in Maojiao village of Maling township

Golden flowers ripple in layered waves beneath the spring breeze, alive with the hum of bees and the flutter of butterflies – a lively herald of spring.

Golden yellow cole flowers blossom in Huaxi district. [Photo/WeChat account of Huaxi district]

Wisteria

Flowering period: April

Recommended locations: Huaxi Park

By April, clusters of wisteria blooms hang gracefully in Huaxi Park, draping the spring landscape in soft lavender hues and adding the final touch to Huaxi's blooming season.

While flowering periods are fleeting, the beauty of spring is always worth seeking out. Keep this guide handy and plan your visits around peak blooming times to fully experience Huaxi's seasonal charm.