If you’ve got wisteria hysteria, here’s exactly where to go to see the best wisteria houses in London.

I never expected England to be such an ideal place for tulip gardens, but once I discovered the amazing displays (many of them even in free London parks) I realised that there is no need to go to the Netherlands for tulip season if you live in the UK. Whether you’re a local or visiting in April, this guide covers the best tulip gardens in London and nearby in South East England.

The magic of spring in London cannot be overstated, and the season truly blesses us with a bounty: from snowdrops in February to June roses, there is constantly beauty to be seen. When do spring flowers bloom in London, and where are the best places to see them? This detailed guide covers it all: daffodils, wisteria, tulips, cherry blossoms and more, in chronological order.

Spring is the perfect time to visit the UK. With a continuous cascade of flowers blooming from daffodils in February to wisteria in May, there is always a springtime wonder to soak in. Here are my favourite places to visit in the UK in spring.

Golden daffodils are beginning to brighten the early spring days. Here are the best places to see these cheerful spring flowers, from St. James Park to Sissinghurst.

Snowdrops are small but mighty in terms of the joy they bring me in the coldest months. If you’re wondering where to see snowdrops near you, here are some of the best places in London and the South for snowdrop walks.

Whether it’s tulips in April or dahlias in September, Dunsborough Park in Surrey is a garden that is stunning in all seasons. Only open to the public a few times a year, it is a perfect day trip near to London that celebrates beautiful spring and autumn gardening.

The annual Arundel Castle tulip festival is a delightful springtime garden experience not to be missed. The thousands of tulips in bloom create a picturesque landscape against the castle that is truly special. Even better, Arundel Castle is easy to reach from London by train, making the tulip festival a perfect day trip from London. Read more for a guide to South East England’s most beautiful tulip garden.