Jacarandas in full bloom across Sydney’s north shore

THE search is on for the north shore’s most beautiful jacaranda street. Do you have a picture to send in?

SYDNEY’s north shore has been named as one of the top jacaranda hot spots in the state according to Destination NSW.

While Grafton is the epicentre of purple bloom appreciation thanks to its famous festival, our leafy suburbs are fast becoming a drawcard for tourists who are keen to take in the stunning sight of jacarandas.

The peak season of October and November is one of the most beautiful times of the year with several locations including Longueville and Greenwich set against harbour backdrops.

The view from Longueville in Sydney’s north shore.

But not everyone loves the trees with equal fervour – some residents have said that the constant droppings of sap and flowers can be a pain to clear up from yards.

We want to hear your thoughts. The North Shore Times is calling on readers to submit pictures of jacarandas on your streets. With your help, we can locate where the most magnificent area inhabited with jacarandas is on the north shore.

Tell us and send your photos of jacarandas to [e-mail]

Jacarandas in bloom outside the Victoria Barracks on Oxford St, Paddington.

TOP SPOTS

NORTH SHORE: The North Shore suburbs of Lavender Bay, Greenwich, Waverton, Hunters Hill, Woolwich, Longueville and Wollstonecraft all display a beautiful selection of jacaranda trees during the season. Make a day of it and pack a picnic to enjoy a feast under the trees

EASTERN SUBURBS: Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs including Paddington, Woollahra and Double Bay all sport stunning lilac hues during October and November. Oxford Stand Five Ways in Paddington always have a top selection to view

SYDNEY CITY:Starting at the Royal Botanic Gardens, a jacaranda walking tour through Circular Quay and The Rocks is a great way to see the trees, while taking in the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, harbour views and historic cobblestone streets of The Rocks

INNER SYDNEY: The giant jacaranda tree at the University of Sydney is so iconic that growers at the University have cloned it to ensure it lives on. This tree is one of Sydney’s most famous jacarandas and well worth a visit during the season. Neighbouring suburbs of Glebe and Erskineville are also worth exploring

GRAFTON: Located alongside the majestic Clarence River on NSW’s North Coast, the historic town of Grafton is home to the Jacaranda Festival, taking place from October 31 to November 7. Famous for its 6500 jacaranda trees, the festival is one of Australia’s longest-running flower festivals and celebrates the town’s magnificent lilac-blossomed trees