Dahlia Garden San Francisco

Blooming colors

Marcus from San Francisco

""Dahlia Garden" in San Francisco is right behind the Conservatory of Flowers, a sectioned-off area w/ vibrant dahlias, which reach their peak in September."

The Conservatory of Flowers is an impressive place. Pretty much year round the grounds are a carpet of colors. On nice days the place is full of people having picnics or just laying in the grass. The building itself is an impressive structure as well, containing hundreds of rare and exotic plants. Behind it though is the Dahlia Dell, a sectioned-off area planted full with vibrant dahlias. They begin to bloom in June and make for a very colorful summer as they reach their peak in September but can be viewed into the fall. There are always groups posing for photos and photographers vying for the perfect shot, a testament to the beauty of the dell.

Definitely bring a blanket and a book, the Conservatory is pretty hard to beat when it comes to places to enjoy a nice day.

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San Francisco Spotter Marcus

About me I'm an SF native and have lived here since forever. I enjoy exploring, both within the city limits and around the area, specifically for places off the beaten path. I grew up near the Haight-Ashbury district and accordingly have developed a passion for the city's colorful music scene. I picked up playing guitar at age 6 and have continued to this day. I am currently in a band with some friends and we sometimes play at various small music venues around the city. Through music, both by attending concerts and performing, I've discovered a whole other layer to the city, one that is...

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Oct 5, 2025

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