The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch (Carlsbad, California) | interesting place

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5704 Paseo Del Norte
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 431-0352
www.theflowerfields.com/

For over sixty years, the rolling hills of Carlsbad have been a spectacular and coordinated display of natural color and beauty. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch are in a full bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year - from early March through early May - literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area's local heritage, is also one of nature's official ways of announcing the arrival of spring.

The blooming hillside was given the unofficial name, the "flower fields," by Carlsbad's residents, who began to consider it part of the local heritage. The practical name stuck, and became officially called The Flower Fields® in 1993.

Edwin finally retired from the business in 1975, when he passed it along to his own sons. His talent and selection over the years are the reasons behind such an exceptional Ranunculus bloom, especially the popular giants. In fact, his highly regarded expertise led him to do research for several universities and agricultural firms.

The Frazee family officially ended their ownership in 1993.

Since 1993 The Flower Fields® have expanded to include displays of new spring flowers for your garden. These displays and the Artist Garden continue the tradition of bringing the joy and exuberance of color and nature to our visitors. Picking up where it left off last year, the All American Rose Garden will continue to delight our visitors.

Long-time Carlsbad residents remember when it used to be free to wander the paths of the Flower Fields. Now, there's an admission fee, but a great view may still be had free of charge by driving down the 5 or Paseo Del Norte. In fact, the best view is from afar, from which the Fields appear to be bright yellow, fuchsia, and magenta stripes expertly dappled by an artist's brush against the hillside.

Season: Spring March 1 - May 10

9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Daily

Prices: $10.00 for Adults, $9.00 for Seniors 60+, $5.00 for Children 3 - 10,
Children 2 and under are Free
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlsbad,_California
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Coordinates:   33°7'34"N   117°19'3"W

Comments

  • ...and they used to be FREE.
  • You can notice the American Flag at the bottom right of the place. Notice anything yet?
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