2024 Best Flower Locations near Los Angeles County and Ventura County
Best Southern California
Flower Blooms & Seasons
Last Updated on 03/23/24Spring is on it’s way here in SoCal!
I wanted to develop this resource to not only share with my photography clients, but also with any and all flower lovers in LA and Ventura Counties.
This guide not only has wildflowers, but also stunning blooms such as roses, lavender, and sunflowers!
Follow along as I embark on the great flower tour of 2024!
Best Places to find Mustard Flowers
near Malibu, California
Season: Late winter to early spring (February to April)
The mustard flowers are prevalent here in Malibu. They’re an invasive species, so I have no qualms trampling them in order to get the perfect shot. You can find these delicate blooms all over the Santa Monica Mountain range. They literally grow right off the side of the road on PCH. You can get some stunning shots among the mustard fields with the ocean in the background.
Trancas Field | Zuma Canyon Trail | Leo Carrillo | Malibu Creek State Park
Best Places to find Almond Blossoms
near LA County and Ventura County
Season: Late winter to early spring (February to March)
Almond Blossoms are such delicate, beautiful, unpredictable little flowers. The flowers bloom first down in Bakersfield and continue into March the farther you venture up north.
All of the almond orchards are private property in Bakersfield, so please be aware of No Trespassing signs and stick to the outskirts of the fields. The flowers, while beautiful, are the farmers livelihood, so please be respectful while visiting these stunning orchards.
Best Places to find Cherry Blossoms
near LA County and Ventura County
Season: Late winter to early spring (March)
Cherry Blossom trees can be found all over LA County, you just have to know where to go! Cherry blossoms bloom around the same time as the Almond Blossoms, and they only bloom for a short time.
Please note that locations such as Descanso Gardens, and any Botanic Garden, requires a $300 permit in order to do photoshoots on their grounds.
Contact them directly for permit information.
Lake Balboa Park | Descanso Gardens | South Coast Botanic Gardens
Best Places to find Tulip Flowers
near LA County and Ventura County
Season: Spring (March)
Tulips are one of my favorite flowers. I’m so happy we have a few locations around LA and Ventura counties where we can enjoy these beautiful, delicate flowers. Underwood Family Farm is the closest location to Malibu.
Underwood Family farms allows photoshoots on their grounds, but you have to pay admission for everyone involved.
Underwood Family Farms | Descanso Gardens | South Coast Botanic Gardens
Best Places to find California Poppies
near LA County and Ventura County
Season: Spring (March to May)
California's state flower, the vibrant orange poppy, carpets hillsides and meadows, creating a STUNNING sight.
Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, located about 78 miles north of Malibu, CA, transforms into a sea of orange during peak bloom. Also, areas around Lancaster and Palmdale boast stunning poppy displays. You can even find poppies along the side of the freeway as you’re driving around.
Poppies last only as long as there’s cool weather. As soon as California starts to heat up, the poppies die off.
Please be respectful when visiting these beautiful flowers. They are delicate and you should take every precaution to avoid trampling them.
Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve | Figueroa Mountain
Diamond Valley Lake | Red Rock Canyon State Park
Best Places to find Lupine Flowers
near LA County and Ventura County
Season: Spring (March to May)
Sky Lupines, with their tall spikes of blue, purple, or pink flowers, complement the landscape alongside other wildflowers. You can often find Sky Lupine alongside poppies and other wildflowers.
Best Places to find Jacaranda Trees
near LA County and Ventura County
Season: Late spring to early summer (May to June)
The dreamy purple blooms of Jacaranda trees paint the streets and parks with a mesmerizing hue, turning neighborhoods into enchanting landscapes. Some of the best spots to admire these purple canopies include neighborhoods in Beverly Hills, Pasadena, and the Westside of LA, where these trees create breathtaking tunnels of purple blooms.
Holmby Park is the only photoshoot location I could recommend that has Jacaranda Trees. But if you drive around LA, you’ll be sure to find lots of Jacaranda lining the streets!
Best Places to find Rose Gardens
near LA County and Ventura County
Season: Spring to early summer (April to June)
Roses seem to be the most common flower to be found near LA County and Ventura County. They bloom all year long, but the best time of the year is in spring and early summer.
Please note that locations such as Descanso Gardens, and any private garden, requires at least a $300 permit in order to do photoshoots on their grounds.
Contact them directly for permit information.
Westlake Village Inn | Descanso Gardens | Exposition Park | Huntington Library
Best Places to find Lavender Fields
near LA County and Ventura County
Season: Late spring to early summer (May to July)
While lavender may not be as abundant in Southern California as in other regions, you can still find pockets of lavender farms or gardens. Places like Clairmont Farms in Los Olivos offer a fragrant escape with blooming lavender fields during late spring and early summer.
Please note that all of these locations are private property and require permits in order to do photoshoots.
Please contact them directly for permit information.
Clairmont Farms | Lavender Fields Forever | Ross Lake Lavender Farm | 123 Farm
Best Places to find Sunflowers
near LA County and Ventura County
Season: Summer (June to August)
Sunflower fields are a sight to behold, with their bright yellow faces turned towards the sun. Look for farms and fields around Moorpark and Camarillo for expansive sunflower displays during the summer months.
Underwood Family farms in Moorpark, CA allows photoshoots on their grounds, but you have to pay admission for everyone involved.
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Megan is a Fine Art Maternity, Couples, and Family photographer who was born, raised, and is still living in Malibu, CA. She is here to capture you and your loved ones in images that you will want to cherish, and pass down to future generations.
Not only is she a photographer, but she is a mother, wife, daughter, and sister.
Maternity, family, and couples hold a special place in her heart because she knows how quickly time flies by. Megan W Photography wants to help you preserve those sweet little smiles, those tender, affectionate moments, and the love you share with each other.
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