There are over 12,000 species of wildflowers in Western Australia. And once a year, for about five months of the year they bloom into a blaze of colour that carpets the landscape .Many of the rare species of native flowers are distinct to the state. And every year, the flowers cross-pollinate to create new natural hybrids. Wildflower season usually falls between July and October. It starts in the state's far north, then extends down into the central and south-western districts. Rains and sunshine greatly influence the timing of the wildflower season.

Western Australia's flora emblem is the Kangaroo Paw pictured above.

Explore the flowers at your leisure, or join one of the many organised tours for a knowledgeable experience of this natural show.