Tianwei Flower Garden is a flower and nursery cluster stretching along Provincial Highway 1 in Tianwei Township, Changhua County, with more than 140 nursery businesses — the largest flower retail distribution center in Taiwan. From December each year through February of the following year, the Chrysanthemum Festival is held; the chrysanthemum fields cover about 120 hectares and produce roughly 40 million stems annually, with nighttime light installations illuminating the flower fields to draw evening visitors.
More than 140 nursery businesses cluster along Provincial Highway 1 at Tianwei Flower Garden, making it Taiwan's largest flower retail distribution center; the local chrysanthemum fields cover about 120 hectares and yield roughly 40 million chrysanthemum stems per year, with the Chrysanthemum Festival held annually from December through February (exact dates announced yearly).
Highlights of Tianwei Flower Garden
Tianwei Township sits in the central Changhua Plain, with a mild climate and ample irrigation. Since the postwar period it has gradually developed into a specialized flower production zone. The businesses in the garden district are mostly family-run, growing everything from bedding plants and bonsai to foliage plants and cut flowers; some specialize in orchids, roses, or succulents. The entire garden zone covers a wide area stretching north and south along Provincial Highway 1 — walking the whole length is not practical; cycling or driving slowly is recommended.
The Chrysanthemum Festival runs from December through February of the following year (exact dates subject to annual announcements). During the festival, vendors display artistic chrysanthemum arrangements, and after dark the lighting combined with the flower beds creates a distinctive night scene — the period with the highest visitor numbers for the garden district. On ordinary days the garden district operates primarily as a wholesale and retail market; visitors can buy directly from growers at prices that are usually lower than regular flower markets, though you will need to bring your own way to transport purchases.
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Visit
Practical Information
Getting There & Visiting Hours
- Driving is the most convenient option. Take the Yuanlin interchange off National Freeway 1 and head south on Provincial Highway 1 to Tianwei — about 20 minutes.
- The exact dates of the Chrysanthemum Festival vary each year; check the Tianwei Township Office or Changhua County Tourism Bureau announcements before visiting.
- Individual business hours vary; visiting between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. is generally recommended. Weekends bring more vehicles, so watch for parking.
Nearby Connections
- Driving north from Tianwei for about 20 minutes reaches Xihu Sugar Factory; the two sites can be combined into a half-day itinerary.
- Yuanlin City has a number of restaurants where you can eat after your visit; Yuanlin Train Station also provides north-south transport connections.
Sources: Changhua County Tourism Bureau; Tianwei Township Office. Photos to be replaced with Dio's own shots.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursery businesses are there at Tianwei Flower Garden?
More than 140 nursery businesses cluster along Provincial Highway 1, making it Taiwan's largest flower retail distribution center.
When is the Tianwei Chrysanthemum Festival held?
It runs from December through February of the following year, with exact dates announced annually by the Tianwei Township Office or Changhua County Tourism Bureau.
Sources
- 田尾公路花園-遊憩景點-彰化旅遊資訊網 — 140餘家園藝業者、全台最大花卉零售集散地
- 花漾田尾 花香村落―打簾經典農村－農業部全球資訊網 — 菊花田面積約120公頃、年產菊花4000萬支