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Vergelegen Wine Estate’s famous sunflower season is back, and after a long wait, the Somerset West estate’s one-hectare sunflower field is now in full, golden bloom. But those colours won’t last forever. The sea of yellow should hold until the end of February – as long as the weather plays ball – giving visitors just one more week to catch the spectacle at its peak.
Visitors can wander in for photos – and yes, sunflower selfies are very much encouraged! – and buy freshly-cut stems at the Potting Shed Gift Shop. You’ll pay R75 for five stems, with a portion of the proceeds going to the PATCH Helderberg Child Abuse Centre.
Over at the Rose Terrace Tea Room they’ll be selling sunflower-inspired cakes, but the sunflower field itself is close to the Stables Restaurant, with a family-friendly menu of bistro-style cooking.
Time Out Tip: Early mornings are your best bet. The light is softer, there will be fewer crowds, and the flowers can sell out quickly.
Beyond the sunflower fields, Vergelegen Wine Estate rewards a slow wander. Start at the tasting room, which looks onto the estate’s distinctive octagonal garden, then head into the historic homestead to explore the manicured lawns and the older, formal garden sections that frame the original buildings. The camphor forests – home to the estate’s popular picnics – are a delight, but you’ll also want to explore the award-winning camellia gardens and wilder sections along the Lourensford River.
Need To Know
- Vergelegen Wine Estate is at Lourensford Road, Somerset West, and is open daily from 8.30am – 5pm.
- Entry to the estate costs R30 for adults and R10 for pensioners and scholars, with pensioners free on Mondays.
- There is no extra charge to visit the sunflower garden
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