Spring is approaching, meaning Jinan is being transformed into a floral paradise as flowers burst into bloom. Now is the perfect time to enjoy the breathtaking spring blossoms in the city. Here are some top places to admire them.

Plum flowers

Blooming plum flowers at Baotu Spring Park [Photo by Shao Kai/WeChat account: jnslyj]

Plum flowers bloom in early spring, often before the leaves appear. They are typically white, pink, or red in color and are known for their delicate, fragrant petals. In many cultures, they symbolize resilience and the arrival of spring.

Recommeded places: Baotu Spring Park, Five Dragons Pool Park, Daming Lake Scenic Area, Qianfo Mountain, Quancheng Park, Baihua Park

Magnolia flowers

Magnolia flowers at Baotu Spring Park [Photo by Dong Chenghua/WeChat account: jnslyj]

Magnolia flowers are large, fragrant blossoms that typically appear in spring. They come in various colors, including white, pink, purple, and yellow. Known for their elegant, cup-shaped petals, magnolias symbolize beauty, strength, and purity.

Recommeded places: Baotu Spring Park, Daming Lake, Quancheng Park, Baihua Park, Jinan Botanical Garden

Winter jasmines

Blooming winter jasmines create a golden waterfall at Five Dragons Pool Park. [Photo by Shao Kai/WeChat account: jnslyj]

Winter jasmine is a bright yellow flowering plant that blooms in late winter or early spring, often when snow is still on the ground. Its small, vibrant yellow flowers have a pleasant fragrance and grow along slender green stems.

Recommeded places: Baotu Spring Park, Five Dragons Pool Park, Daming Lake, Quancheng Park, Huancheng Park, Qianfo Mountain