Jan 12, 2020 · A magic purple carpet of ice plant flowers grow next to the Pacific Grove coast every Spring! The best time to see them is in April & May.

Mar 27, 2021 · One of the most recognizable and here today and gone tomorrow attractions in our sanctuary by the sea is simply known as the “magic carpet. It’s official name is a mouthful… drosanthemum floribundum, but it is commonly referred to as magenta ice plant.

Apr 17, 2023 · People from all over the area, and far away come to catch a glimpse of the world-famous, "Magic Carpet." This unique sight is located just outside of Cannery-Row, in Pacific Grove California, on the Monterey Peninsula. Bloom starts in mid-April and can last until June.

May 1, 2022 · The "Purple Carpet" of Pacific Grove gets its name from the pink and purple ice plants that bloom along Ocean View Avenue from Lovers Point, all the way up to Asilomar State Beach. This "flower show" usually starts in mid April and reaches its peak by mid May, just in time for Mothers Day.

Apr 6, 2015 · The Purple Carpet in Pacific Grove is just a site to behold. It is truly one of Monterey’s Best site seeing attractions. It is only in full bloom a few weeks every year so do not miss this one. Somewhere in April and May every year the flowers go full bloom purple and it is call the purple carpet for a reason!!!

Nov 15, 2022 · Address: Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA. Why You Need To Go: Located on The Monterey Bay Coast, this trail of purple ice plant flowers that blossom every spring is known as Pacific Grove's "Magic Carpet." Here you can see beautiful ocean views and walk along the trails that explode with vibrant blooms. Website. Price: $10.

During mid-Spring, a purple carpet of Carpobrotus edulis, commonly known as Ice plant, fills the landscape in Pacific Grove, California. This invasive species is a fast-growing succulent familiar to anyone who’s spent time on the California coast, where it …

Mar 3, 2025 · Explore Monterey County’s best wildflower spots, including Big Sur and Pacific Grove’s ‘Purple Carpet.’ Discover vibrant blooms and eco-friendly tips.

Mar 12, 2020 · PACIFIC GROVE... is a solid bet, as is Monterey, and other rocky-shore'd, otter-adjacent spots around the Monterey Peninsula. If you're planning on doing the MonPen over many days, you could...

May 2, 2021 · A runner makes her way past drosanthemum floribundum blooms along Ocean View Boulevard in Pacific Grove Saturday. The South African perennial plant of the ice plant variety creates a “magic purple...