Family Fun Hiroshima

The climate of Hiroshima is ideal for a wide variety of flowering plants. These add to the beauty of the already stunning landscapes and many contribute to the local economy. Before you go to Hiroshima, have an idea of what flowers you can expect to see. Wisteria After the cherry blossoms finish, the wisteria come into bloom. The result is so impressive that there is an annual festival at Sera Kogen Farm, which has around 1,000 wisteria trees. Lupine Blooming at the same time as wisteria is lupine (Lupinus). The colors of these flowers complement the wisteria, resulting in a fantastic backdrop for photos. Roses The China rose (Rosa chinensis) is native to southwest China, but it has been cultivated for a long time in Hiroshima. It is popular for its medium-sized flowers and their long blooming time. Sunflowers Another flower important enough to have its own festival is the sunflower (Helianthus annuus). Sera Kogen Farm has 60 varieties blooming in a space spanning 65,000 square meters. There are also special spots where you can take photos in the midst of the blooms. You may also notice some wild sunflowers around Hiroshima. Whereas cultivated sunflowers have just one flower head,…