11/18/2023 0 Comments Jacaranda in bloom![]() ![]() Located near the historic Church Square and the Voortrekker Monument, the Union buildings offers a lovely and relaxing place to take in the sights of purple Jacaranda. Make a stop at the South African national heritage site of the Union Buildings, take a walk along Government Avenue, east of the buildings, and enjoy the beautiful views of the Jacaranda trees on the property. The fort has been restored and turned into a museum for visitors to enjoy and explore. Don’t forget to visit Fort Klapperkop, one of Pretoria’s four forts build to protect the then capital of the South African Republic (ZAR), dating back to 1898. You can also enjoy a free game drive, as they have reintroduced game to reserve, including zebra, blue wildebeest and red hartebeest. Not only is this THE place to experience this vibrant and spectacular sight, but the reserve is also a lovely spot to enjoy nature while jogging, cycling and mountain biking. Another spot worth visit is the corner of Eastwood and Stanza Bopape (AKA old Church Street), which claims to be the spot of the biggest and oldest Pretoria Jacaranda tree in the city.įor panoramic views of Pretoria, offering breathtaking sights of the Jacarandas in full bloom, the Klapperkop Nature Reserve is a must-visit. Why not admire the beauty of some of the oldest Jacaranda trees in Pretoria? Located on Bosman and Cilliers Streets, you’ll find a couple of Pretoria’s first Jacaranda trees that have thrived and grown to magnificent features over the years. and if you make your way to Herbert Baker Street, you’ll find a row of almost 100 white Jacaranda trees, which are just as beautiful as the purple. More specifically, you can enjoy the violet Jacaranda lined streets such as Pienaar Street, Murray Street and Marais Street. Grab your camera and car keys, and take a drive through Brooklyn if you’re looking to enjoy stunning sights of the purple bursts of Jacaranda trees in Pretoria. We’ll even throw in a few extra spots for when you head to Joburg for a quick visit. We wonder if this is true! But, without further ado, here’s where you can find some of the best Jacaranda sights in Pretoria. Apparently, if Jacaranda blossoms fall onto your head while you’re studying, it means you’ll pass your exams. It’s believed that these trees bring luck to students. Call (808) 201-2469 or visit for more information.Blooming from late September to mid November, Pretoria is covered in a sea of purple! There are almost 70 000 Jacarandas in bloom all over the city during Spring, offering stunning selfie backdrops, breathtaking views and a reminder that a new season has arrived. Skyline Eco-Adventures is Hawaii’s most awarded zipline company and operates two Maui zipline tours at Ka‘anapali and Haleakala, and the Poipu Skyline Adventure on Kauai. ![]() Photo by Eddie Basques Experience Upcountry Maui and Enjoy the beauty of the Jacaranda! From Hwy 37 take the Hwy 377 turn signed Haleakala National Park and you will experience one of the most amazing drives and views on Maui. You can also view these magnificent trees on Hwy 377 on your visit to Haleakala National Park. A drive on the Kula highway in April and May affords the best opportunity to view the Jacaranda trees in full bloom. It is believed that the Jacaranda tree which is not native to the Hawaiian Islands was most likely brought to the island of Maui by Portuguese farmers and ranchers who settled in the Upcountry Maui region including the Kula, Pukalani and Keokea. ![]() In February and March, the trees drop their seed pods and leaves and then in April/May they push out their purple flowers. This impressive growth and span makes for a dazzling show of color when they bloom. The trees can grow from 20-40 feet tall and just about as wide at the peak of their growth maturity. The Species is officially called the Jacaranda Mimosifolia and the Origin is from Argentina, Bolivia and Brazil. ![]() The Jacaranda tree can be seen in many place throughout Hawaii, however, if you are visiting Maui and have plans to visit Upcountry Maui, there is no better place to witness the amazing color burst of these trees. It’s springtime in Hawaii and time for the Jacaranda Trees to flower and show off their amazing purple color. ![]()
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