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The rose season in Da Lat is one of the most anticipated times of the year for locals and avid Da Lat enthusiasts. As the rose gardens start blooming with red dots against the green backdrop, it marks the dreamy autumn season in Da Lat...
Every year, as autumn approaches, people flock to the misty city of Da Lat to welcome the ripe rose season. The fragrant, crispy, juicy roses not only make foodies drool but also captivate the souls of artists. The vibrant red rose gardens amidst the land and sky in autumn create a picturesque scene that stirs emotions. If you're still wondering which month the crispy rose season in Da Lat falls in, then check out this article to not miss out on this dreamy rose season!
When is the rose season in Da Lat?
From late August to early December marks the rose season in Da Lat, adding a touch of red to the golden autumn of the city of love. Especially, from September to October is the prime time for the most beautiful rose gardens in Da Lat. During this period, the red or orange roses will stand out against the lush green backdrop.
As the rains gradually subside in the mountain town, it's also when the autumn or rose season gently arrives in Da Lat. (Image source: Collection)
Visitors to the mountain town during these days can stroll under the gentle golden sunlight of autumn, admire the colors of wildflowers, and enjoy the sight of ripe roses all along the streets. The peak of the ripe rose season in Da Lat falls around October to November, when the trees shed their leaves, leaving only a vibrant red hue like flames of roses.
Insights into the rose season in Da Lat
Roses are a type of temperate plant that thrives in East Asia. When brought to Vietnam, this species flourishes in Da Lat's cool climate all year round. You can tell when roses are about to bear fruit by looking at the leaves of the plant. When the leaves fall off, it's time to anticipate the emergence of ripe red or orange roses.
The rose season in Da Lat is as beautiful as a poem, causing many travelers to stop and be enchanted, reluctant to leave. (Image source: Collection)
Around the early 20th century, the French introduced rose plants to Da Lat. Since then, the locals have had another type of fruit to harvest, consume, sell, or make into preserves and dried snacks. Later, when Da Lat enthusiasts discovered the romantic beauty of the crisp rose gardens, more young people flocked to Da Lat to experience the virtual life and indulge in this delicious fruit.
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How many types of roses are there in Da Lat?
There are quite a few types of roses in Da Lat such as crunchy roses, egg roses, but the most famous is still the crispy rose. The crispy roses are always fresh, juicy, and delightful to chew, creating a satisfying crunch. Therefore, the crispy rose variety can be considered a best-seller here. Crispy roses are further divided into two different types: locust head roses and flathead roses. Both types maintain the distinctive flavor of Da Lat's crispy roses.
Many tourists, especially women, will transform into rustic rose-picking village girls, exuding pure beauty amidst lush green gardens, amidst the red, yellow, and orange hues of the roses. (Image source: Collection)
In addition, new rose varieties such as crunchy roses, egg roses are also preferred by some people. Local people may use these roses to make vinegar and juice. Da Lat roses are also processed into preserves or dried, giving a satisfying crunch and leaving us craving for more.
Where to find the best rose gardens in Da Lat?
You can easily spot the rose season in Da Lat
Rose gardens along Mimosa Pass
This stretch is home to many local rose gardens, with prices quite affordable, so tourists often visit to sightsee and buy roses to take home during the rose season. Let me tell you a secret, you should choose the rose garden at the end of the pass (the garden between the gas station and the flower garden). Because the price of roses here is quite soft, you can freely take photos and buy roses to enjoy, my friend!
What's more wonderful than sitting amidst nature, admiring distant hills under the vast blue sky, enjoying a sweet fragrant rose and a cup of mountain town milk coffee... (Image source: Collection)
Cau Dat Tea Hill
As you pass through the tea hill, crossing Dran Pass, you will see at the foot of the pass a large rose garden in Don Duong district. This is one of the rose gardens in Da Lat highly favored by tourists because you can comfortably take photos and buy roses as souvenirs.
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Xuan Truong Area, Mai Camp
Also located along the road towards Cau Dat Tea Hill, you can find scattered rose gardens in this area. Or you can find your way to Bao Dai III Palace (Trieu Viet Vuong Street - Ward 2), where you'll see quite a few wild roses growing along the roadside.
The hanging rose garden in Da Lat is also one of the most popular 'Instagrammable' spots among young travelers on their trip to explore Da Lat. (Image source: Collection)
Khe Sanh Street
The stretch of Khe Sanh Street is perhaps one of the areas with the most beautiful rose gardens in Da Lat. Some notable names include:
+ Lễ Vân Hanging Rose Garden: 45 Khe Sanh. The garden owner's phone number is 091 665 57 56.
+ Nha Tom Rose Garden: 31d Khe Sanh. This is considered the most beloved address by many young people for its endless virtual living space, super beautiful Da Lat rose gardens, and many sacred photo corners. To reach Nha Tom Rose Garden, you can go to Huong Rung 2 Restaurant (86 Khe Sanh), then contact 0943.268.138 for guidance. The entrance fee to Nha Tom Rose Garden is 20,000 VND.
Not only does Nha Tom Rose Garden have deliciously fragrant roses, but it also boasts some sacred check-in spots, such as this giant transparent bubble. (Image source: Collection)
If you're wondering where to buy hanging roses in Da Lat, you can check out the following stores: L'angfarm chain of stores, Dalavi hanging rose store in Da Lat (27/6E Yersin, Ward 10, Da Lat City, Lam Dong)
How much are crispy roses in Da Lat?
The price of crispy roses in Da Lat varies depending on when you buy them and the type of roses. There are seeded and seedless varieties, but typically they range from 10,000 to 20,000 VND/kg. If you buy roses at Nha Tom Rose Garden, the price might be slightly higher at around 25,000 VND/kg, but the roses will be of guaranteed quality and cleanliness. Note that you should not be tempted by cheap prices from roadside sellers as the quality cannot be guaranteed!
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Experience buying fresh, delicious, and cheap roses in Da Lat
According to Mytour's experience in buying crispy roses in Da Lat, if you want to buy the freshest and cheapest roses, ask locals to buy them at Da Lat rose gardens. You'll ensure better quality roses at a similar price. If you're buying them yourself, remember to choose firm, hard-skinned, slightly bulging bottom roses. These are usually crisp, sweet, and delicious.
Be sure to carefully consider the tips for choosing the best, sweetest, crispiest, and budget-friendly roses of guaranteed quality. (Image source: Collection)
Another trick is to choose small or medium-sized roses with intact stems. Although not as visually appealing, these will be sweeter than larger roses. Of course, to buy cheap roses, you have to go straight to the garden. Besides crispy roses in Da Lat, you can buy rose products such as: rose jam, rose vinegar, rose preserves, wind-dried roses, rose juice,... However, be careful when choosing as some places may mix in Chinese crispy roses!
Some things to keep in mind when strolling through Da Lat's rose season
Let each trip be a complete joy by paying attention to the following when visiting Da Lat's rose gardens:
➤ Preserve the environment: Avoid breaking branches, climbing trees, or littering to keep the gardens clean for those who come after you.
➤ If you want to taste crispy roses before buying, you can visit the wooden house area. This place allows you to taste for free.
➤ If you want to enjoy ripe Da Lat roses, you can ask the garden owner to show you where or go to the outskirts and behind the garden. Don't pick unripe fruits because they are very bitter.
Just gently touch for photos, but don't break branches, climb trees, or litter to keep the rose garden fresh and clean for those who come after you! (Image Source: Collection)
➤ To eat delicious soft roses, choose ripe red fruits. But if you want crispy roses, you can buy yellow fruits to ripen into crispy roses as gifts for family and friends.
➤ During the ripe rose season in Da Lat, there may be occasional afternoon showers, especially from August to September, so be careful on the way back to the city. The road will be a bit steep and slippery.
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The Da Lat rose season has arrived, hurry up and pick roses
With the detailed information above, you must have grasped some knowledge about the Da Lat rose season by now. If you already know what month is the Da Lat rose season, then don't hesitate any longer, quickly pack your bags to seek out one of the most beautiful seasons of the year in the city of mountains! Da Lat these days not only has a cool refreshing atmosphere but also has delicious, juicy roses and vibrant wildflowers waiting to welcome the footsteps of travelers.
The Da Lat rose season has arrived, have you packed your bags to bring back a bit of the fragrance of this dreamy city yet? (Image Source: Collection)
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