Rhododendron Walk at VanDusen Botanical Garden
Big bushes bursting with fragrant blossoms in all colours, rhododendrons are the one flower I most associate with late spring / early summer in the Pacific Northwest; my parents’ house is surrounded by them and their blossoms always signaled that summer was near. This year, the rhododendrons are a little late, but now that sunny weather has arrived in Vancouver, they’re finally in bloom!
There are two gardens in Vancouver that are must-sees for rhododendron fans: the free Ted & Mary Greig Rhododendron Garden at Stanley Park and the VanDusen Botanical Garden , where you can stroll through the flowers along the magical Rhododendron Walk.
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My favourite is the Rhododendron Walk at VanDusen. As you can see in the video above, at VanDusen, you really feel surrounded by rhododendrons. To me, VanDusen always has a fairy-tale quality: it’s so picturesque , with its ponds and curving paths and perfectly-landscaped flora. When the rhodies are in bloom, it’s even better—a true garden oasis in the heart of Vancouver.
Sadly, Vancouver’s rhododendrons won’t stay in bloom long. If you don’t want to miss this year’s Rhododendron Walk at VanDusen Botanical Garden , go now!
