Each year, the gardens and parks of London bloom in yellow with sprouting daffodils, officially marking the start of Spring in the city.
I’ve put this guide together uncovering everything you need to know about daffodil season in London, including a FREE map that you can use to hunt the blooms this Spring!
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When can you see daffodils in London?
Daffodil season marks the first official signs of Spring in London each year, generally with the strongest blooms during the month of March.
However, the weather plays the most important role regarding when daffodils bloom. Milder winter and spring weather can result in earlier blooms around mid-February, while colder weather will result in later daffodil appearances in March and early April.
London daffodils 2026 forecast
Despite a cold winter this year, London’s daffodils have started making an early appearance around St James’ Park. Expect most flowers to bloom from mid-February until late-April.
How long is daffodil season in London?
Depending on weather, it is possible to see daffodils in London anywhere between mid-February and late-April.
Once they blossom, daffodils usually stay in bloom for 6-8 weeks.
Don’t pick daffodils! In the UK, it’s illegal to pick daffodils from any park, roundabout or verge that’s maintained by a council or community organisation. Since most daffodils in London are planted on public parks, it is prohibited to pick the flowers!
Where can I see daffodils in London?
Each year, London sees around one million daffodil bulbs planted across its Royal Parks, so there’s no shortage of yellow blooms to hunt during this season. Springtime, albeit usually chilly but with more frequent and longer sunny hours, is also the perfect time to enjoy the parks in the city!
The majority of the daffodils are planted in St James’s Park, which is conveniently located around some of Central London’s major tourist sights. However, you can spot daffodils in other parks throughout the city – including Regents Park and Greenwich Park.
I have created the below map with all the best places to see daffodils in London, including popular locations and hidden gems alike!
Please make sure to keep an eye on your pets if you take them for walks among the daffodils in the parks. Daffodils are toxic to cats and dogs, if ingested.
One of the best places to admire daffodils in London is Kew Gardens. You can spot yellow bursts of daffodils along several areas of the Gardens, as well as many other plants and flowers, like cherry blossoms, magnolias, orchids, bluebells, and more!
Final thoughts
I hope this guide is helpful for your daffodil hunt in London this season!
If you’re not around London this Spring, don’t worry! Between March and September, London has plenty of blooms popping up all over, perfect for whimsical and very Instagrammable photo ops.
Check out my other London blossom guides:
- Complete London Sunflower Season Guide (coming up)
