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EARTH’S MOST BEAUTIFUL FLOWER DISPLAYS
Spring is here, which means flora will soon be in full bloom. Flowers can be an easy pick-me-up or a great way to add color to your home, but some people take their flower obsession to the next level by taking botanical-themed vacations. Here are some of the most impressive gardens and flower displays in the world. NETHERLANDS Holland, most famous for its tulips, always draws visitors at the first sign of spring. One of its most famous destinations, Keukenhof, located in Lisse, is among the world’s largest flower gardens. The park is 79 acres and boasts approximately seven million flowers each year. This colorful garden is open
annually from mid-March to mid-May, but mid-April is the ideal time to see the tulips.
the many wildflowers decorating Anza- Borrego Desert State Park. The various native species are often seen woven together to form a colorful carpet over many patches in the park, which is located just two hours from San Diego. In addition to flowers, visitors often spot bighorn sheep. Wildflower blossoms vary in intensity each year, but they typically begin blooming in late February or early March. The next time you’re planning a spring trip, consider visiting one of the world’s most beautiful flower displays. No green thumb required.
WASHINGTON, D.C. Besides monuments and historic
buildings, one of the biggest attractions in Washington, D.C. is the cherry tree blossoms. Travelers who visit the Tidal Basin during the spring can witness 3,000 trees, which were a gift from Tokyo in 1912, flaunt their beautiful pink blossoms. The best time to see the spectacle is from the end of March through the end of April. ANZA-BORREGO DESERT STATE PARK Desert lavender, flowering cacti, pygmy poppies, and rock daisies are just a few of
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