Giant sunflowers bring splash of colour to Singapore Changi

Singapore Changi has unveiled the world’s largest ever display of sunflowers at an airport, with some larger than life sculptures being eight metres tall.

‘A Sunflower Sojourn’ features over 5,000 sunflowers of more than 10 exquisite varieties, beautifully arranged at over 20 locations across all four terminals.

The showcase extends outdoors to Hub & Spoke and will be around until the end of the month.

At the Departure Halls of Terminals 2 and 3, visitors will be treated to stunning floral displays featuring larger-than-life sunflower topiary sculptures, towering at five and eight metres tall respectively.

From the classic bright yellow ‘Sunrise’, to the rare red and yellow ‘Florenza’ and the delicate pastel pink ‘Strawberry Blonde’, all these blooms are  grown in Changi Airport’s own plant nursery.

Airport operator, Changi Airport Group (CAG), notes that “apart from enjoying the marvel of these bright, cheerful blooms”, visitors can also discover its cultural significance, ecological importance and the diverse human uses of this remarkable plant.

Celebrating sunflowers

Sunflowers have been synonymous with Changi Airport since the opening of the Sunflower Garden at Terminal 2 departure transit area in 2002.

It is among the many other gardens in the airport, which provide serene havens for travellers on the go to soak in the nature before their flight.

“Our lush gardens at Changi Airport have always been more than just a feature – they are an experience that embodies the warmth and hospitality of our airport,” enthused CAG’s senior vice president of airport operations development, Ang Siew Min.

“We are thrilled to unveil this vibrant Sunflower Sojourn display, as an extension of the Sunflower Garden to the other parts of the airport. The sunflower, a symbol of joy and cheerfulness, perfectly aligns with our service philosophy of delivering delightful and positively surprising experiences to all visitors.”

Additionally, visitors can delve into how sunflowers have inspired humans throughout history, impacting both art and agriculture.

For centuries, says CAG, this beloved flower has held deep cultural significance, influencing poets, writers, and artists across various mediums.

“The sunflower’s radiant colours and lively presence have made it a symbol of warmth and vitality, leaving a lasting impression on artistic expression,” notes the Singapore hub.