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Want to frolic in a field of flowers without hopping on a flight to Hokkaido or Provence? Well, good news for you: Yuen Long’s Shun Sum Yuen has opened its gates for the summer, revealing a massive 10,000 sqft field of vibrant yellow sunflowers. Here’s what you need to know before making the trip up north.
What flowers are in bloom and when is the best time to visit?
Currently, there are three different sunflower varieties this season, including the Dutch ‘Gold Diamond’, Japanese Sunrich Orange, and the champagne-coloured ‘Oh Suet’. According to farm owner Shun Gor, the sunflower fields will open up and bloom one after another, meaning there’ll always be a fresh patch to see. Each batch of flowers lasts roughly two to three weeks, and the golden views are expected to last until mid-June around Father’s Day. Since the blooms’ conditions are heavily affected by the weather, we recommend checking the farm’s Facebook or Instagram (@shunsumyuen) for the most recent updates before setting off.
Things to do and experience at Shun Sum Yuen
Visitors are free to wander the designated paths cutting straight through the flower fields. If you want to bring a piece of the farm home, you can cut your own stems for $20 each. There are also numerous installations designed for your camera roll, including a wisteria tunnel, a Japanese torii gate, a Dutch-themed windmill, and many more.
When you need a break from the humidity, you can also find shelter at the snack kiosks and other shaded areas for resting. On your way out, pick up some of the farm’s homegrown produce, such as their seasonal perfume lemons ($20 for three).
How to get to Shun Sum Yuen
The farm is not the most accessible of all places, but it’s highly worth the trek. Here are a number of ways you can get there:
Bus: Take KMB’s route 76K from Long Ping or Yuen Long MTR station and get off at Shek Wu Wai
Minibus: Catch the red minibus 17 from Shui Che Kwun Street (a short walk from Yuen Long MTR station) or green minibus 75 or 76 at Yuen Long station bus terminus and alight at Luen On carpark at Shek Wu Wai
Once you get off, cross the road and follow the signposts that will direct you to Shun Sum Yuen. Parking spaces are very limited, and vehicles are not allowed to be parked inside the villages, so if you’re driving, park at the private lot next to the San Tin post office and walk for about 10 to 15 minutes to the farm.
Admission to Shun Sum Yuen
The farm is open from 9am to 7pm throughout the year. Entry is $50 per person and no advance booking is required.
Address: Siu Hum Tsuen, San Tin, Yuen Long
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