There’s a little extra colour in the air around Subiaco at the moment, with jacaranda trees bursting into bloom and adding beautiful splashes of purple to our streets, parks and public spaces.
As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect excuse to slow down, get outside and enjoy a little springtime exploring. And there’s plenty of lovely pockets to discover if you know where to look.
Here are a few spots to add to your next Subiaco wander.
Old Jacaranda Way and Subiaco Common
It’s hard to go past a street actually named Old Jacaranda Way! Tucked near Subiaco Common, this charming little street is a lovely place to start your jacaranda hunt.
The street has a bit of history behind its name, too, with mature jacaranda trees originally transplanted from suburban gardens to line the street.
Take a leisurely stroll beneath the purple blooms before continuing down to Subiaco Common, where you can enjoy the parklands, wander around the lake and soak up a little greenery.
Rowland Street car park – an unexpected splash of purple
A car park might not be the first place you’d think to go looking for beautiful spring blooms, but Rowland Street is a little hidden gem worth discovering.
Dotted with jacaranda trees and featuring some impressive local murals, this colourful corner of Subiaco offers an unexpected combination of nature and public art.
Take a wander through the precinct, enjoy the blooms and see what artwork you can spot along the way.
Market Square Park – a shady spot to stay awhile
For a more relaxed jacaranda moment, head to Market Square. Among the trees dotted throughout the park, you’ll find a particularly lovely spot with a bench seat tucked beneath a jacaranda.
It’s the perfect place to settle in with a good book, enjoy the sunshine and take a moment for yourself.
And when you’re ready to keep exploring, the Subiaco town centre is just a short stroll away. Grab a coffee, browse the local boutiques or enjoy a bite to eat along the way.
These are just a few of the places to spot jacarandas around Subiaco. Keep your eyes peeled as you wander through our leafy streets and laneways – you’ll find little pockets of purple dotted throughout the neighbourhood.
Come for the purple, stay for a little more Subi.
