In Full Bloom: 6 Instagram-Worthy Spots to Witness Delhi’s Summer Flowers

Every April, just as Delhi braces for its sweltering summer, the city mounts a quiet, kaleidoscopic rebellion against the heat. Trees burst into bloom, streets are carpeted with petals, and neighbourhoods that otherwise blend into concrete monotony transform into vibrant corridors of colour. This seasonal spectacle—featuring bougainvillea, gulmohar, amaltas, jacaranda, and the lesser-seen desi kachnar—is fleeting but unforgettable.

For the camera-toting flâneur, this is Delhi at its most photogenic. We’ve curated a list of six of the capital’s most beautiful spots where nature shows off in peak summer style.

1. Lodhi Garden

Where bougainvillea meets Indo-Islamic architecture.

With its blend of 15th-century tombs, koi ponds, and tree-lined paths, Lodhi Garden remains Delhi’s most atmospheric park—and a canvas for summer blooms. The bougainvillaea here is particularly lush, tumbling over trellises in shades of magenta, orange, and white. Near the Sikander Lodi tomb and the duck pond, thick tangles of blossoms create natural archways, framing shots with an old-world charm that needs no filter.

2. Sunder Nursery

Jacaranda and Gulmohar in a heritage haven.

Bordering Humayun’s Tomb, Sunder Nursery is not only a restored Mughal garden but also a biodiversity hotspot. By late April, its avenues come alive with jacaranda trees, their lavender blooms painting the canopy a dusky purple. Gulmohars soon follow with their flaming red-orange petals, offering a fiery contrast. Add in Persian-style pavilions, water channels, and landscaped beds, and you've got a ready-made shoot location.

3. Bougainvillea Garden, Dwarka

Delhi’s only garden dedicated to this hardy summer flower.

Tucked away in Sector 19B of Dwarka, this 4-acre garden is a hidden gem—and a celebration of a bougainvillaea in all its varietal glory. From single-stemmed shrubs to cascading vines, you’ll find 38 cultivars here, blooming in an artist’s palette of pinks, purples, whites, and corals. Quiet and seldom crowded, it’s ideal for solo shoots or simply a peaceful afternoon among the petals.

4. Nehru Park, Chanakyapuri

A red riot of Gulmohar amidst Lutyens’ symmetry.

This park, in the heart of the diplomatic enclave, is a weekend favourite for morning walkers and musicians. Thanks to the Gulmohar trees, it also transforms into a fiery landscape during summer. Their umbrella-shaped canopies flare into bloom by May, and their flowers scatter vivid vermilion across the grass. Frame them with the park’s modern sculptures or wait for the golden hour to catch that perfect crimson glow.

5. Aravalli Biodiversity Park

Amaltas, kachnar, and palash in a rewilded paradise.

This park near Vasant Vihar is a treasure trove of native summer bloomers. The amaltas here drip with golden flowers by late May, while the desi kachnar and palash add bursts of pink and orange. Unlike manicured parks, the Aravalli Biodiversity Park retains its scrub forest edge, giving you textured, wild backdrops that feel a world away from the city’s bustle.

6. Talkatora Garden, President’s Estate

Old-world flora in a Mughal setting.

Nestled behind Parliament Street, Talkatora Garden is a quietly regal expanse known for its floral diversity and classic landscaping. Come summer, the garden lights up with jarul (Queen’s Flower) and jacaranda blossoms, offering soothing lilac tones that offset the city's yellow glare. The park’s sunken lawns and vintage lampposts make it perfect for classic, romantic portrait shots.

Delhi’s summer flowers aren’t just a visual relief from the heat—they’re a short-lived but glorious reminder of how beauty can bloom even in the harshest seasons. Whether you’re documenting your city or just seeking a quiet moment of floral immersion, these seven spots offer the best of Delhi’s seasonal palette. So, dust off your camera, bring a bottle of water and go chase the city’s secret summer.