Flowers of Cyprus
The best time of the year to visit Cyprus to see nature in all her glory is in Febuary and March. This is the time flower species make the most of the moist winter conditions.The whole country side is alive with fields of Poppies, Anemones and Buttercups.

Whilst higher up in the Troodos area 45 types of Orchids may be found.One such Orchid is the Kotschys Bee Orchid which is endemic to Cyprus.

On the higher slopes around Mount Olympus yellow and white Cyprus Crocus are found, This flower is from the Iris family and as it is an endangered species it is protected by law. The rare and delicate dark red Tulip is also found in this area and it too is protected by law.

Of the 127 different species of wild flowers growing in Cyprus, 67 can be found in and around the Troodos Mountain area.

Various fruit trees are in bloom at this time with the Cherry trees giving a spectacular display.

Seasonal guide to flowers in Cyprus

January, February, March

April, May, June

Aster, Astromeria, Bachelor Button, Bells of Ireland, Calla Lily, Carnation, Dahlia, Kaisy, Delphinium, Fern, Fuchsia, Geranium, Gladiola, Honeysuckle, Hydrangea, Ivy, Orange Blossom, Roses, Zinnia.

July, August, September

Aster, Astromeria, Bachelor Button, Bittersweet, Carnation, Celosia, Chinese Lantern, Chrysanthemum, Dahlia, Fern, Fuschia, Hydrangea, Ivy, Marigold, Montbretia, Roses, Zinnia.

October, November, December

Amaryllis, Astromeria, Bachelor Button, Camellia, Carnation, Daffodil, Fern, Ginestra, Hyacinth, Ivy, mimosa, Orchid, Paperwhite Narcissus, Roses Star-of-Bethlehem, Tulip

Year - round

Daisy, Delphinium, Gardenia, Lily, Orchid, Stephanotis.