3,000 Sunflowers in Bloom at Sunflower Surprise: A Jaipur-Inspired Floral Wonderland

Venue: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Date: Until Sunday, 16 November 2025 | 9am to 9pm
Admission: $12 for Adult & $8 for senior and child

Step into sunshine at Sunflower Surprise, happening now at Gardens by the Bay until 16 November 2025! This year’s display brings Jaipur’s Pink City to life with 3,000 blooming sunflowers in dazzling hues. It’s the ultimate feel-good family adventure in full bloom.

Step into a World of Sunflowers and Culture

Let’s explore and bask in the golden glow of 3,000 sunflowers as Sunflower Surprise returns to Gardens by the Bay’s Flower Dome. This year’s display celebrates 60 years of Singapore-India friendship, transforming the conservatory into a vibrant landscape inspired by the Pink City of Jaipur.

The floral showcase features 20 sunflower varieties, more than half making their debut — from classic yellow to rare hues of brown, red, and pink. Some of these radiant blooms even reach 1.8 metres tall, adding a majestic touch to the experience. Notable varieties include:

Helianthus ‘Chocolate’ 

A dramatic variety featuring rich crimson-brown velvety petals with a hint of yellow on the underside and darker brown centre. Grown in-house by the Gardens’ researchers, this sunflower can attain a height of 1.8 metres

Helianthus ‘Gold Lite’

The perfect-looking sunflower with deep golden petals and a light green golden centre 

Helianthus ‘Lemonade’

A fully-double, bright lemon-yellow sunflower appreciated for its feathery-looking petals

Helianthus ‘Strawberry Blonde’

A bi-coloured sunflower with pink petals, yellow tips and a dark hue centre 

Helianthus ‘Sunfill Purple’ 

A novel sunflower that is admired for its unique green sepals with purple tips. Grown in-house by the Gardens’ researchers, this sunflower can grow up to 1.8 metres in height

A Rich Cultural Journey Amidst Sunflowers

Taking centre stage in Flower Dome is a striking recreation of the Hawa Mahal, standing 5 metres tall and spanning 10 metres wide. A must-visit at the heart of Jaipur’s Old City, Hawa Mahal, also called the Palace of Winds, is one of India’s most recognised and photographed landmarks. 

Other highlights include the symmetrically beautiful Amer Stepwell, constructed in the 16th century as a rainwater reservoir before piped water existed, and the Patrika Gate, a popular attraction that reflects the architecture and culture of Rajasthan through its detailed carvings and bright paintings.

Authentic Indian craft items are also featured, including traditional wooden string puppets known as Kathputli, a folk art form most representative of the state of Rajasthan, of which Jaipur is its capital city.

On special loan from the High Commission of India in Singapore are cultural artefacts such as the Bobbili veena, a string instrument carved from a single piece of jackfruit wood; terracotta horse figurines that reflect Bengal’s pottery tradition; and tussar silk stoles which are woven from naturally golden tussar silk.

A Community Touch of Creativity

The floral display also features a set of peacock sculptures co-created with senior beneficiaries from the Singapore Indian Development Association (SINDA), who participated in a community outreach session. Adorned with over 550 feathers made from fabric and glass beads, a popular embellishment in Indian clothing. The peacocks symbolise well-wishes such as good luck, prosperity, and protection in Indian culture.

A Family Day Out Filled with Flowers and Inspiration

Families looking for an outing that combines nature, art, and learning will find Sunflower Surprise a perfect weekend adventure. Kids can marvel at the unique sunflower varieties while parents appreciate the artistry and cultural depth of the display.

Don’t miss this dazzling floral experience — open daily until 16 November 2025, from 9am to 9pm at Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay. Admission charges apply. For more details, please visit www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/sunflower.