Sunflower
Helianthus annuus
Young sunflowers follow the sun across the sky. Mature heads settle facing east, catching the morning light.
Yellow flower photo gallery
Sunshine in bloom: beautiful yellow flower pictures
FlowerYellow collects the brightest yellow flower photos we could find: golden sunflowers, cheerful yellow tulips, spring daffodils, soft yellow roses and whole fields of rapeseed. Browse the gallery, learn each flower's name and meaning, and see when it blooms.
- 13Yellow flower photos
- 12Flower varieties
- 4Seasons of yellow
Yellow tulipFlower of sunshine & joy
- Sunflowers
- Yellow Tulips
- Daffodils
- Yellow Roses
- Marigolds
- Forsythia
- Mimosa
- Buttercups
- Dandelions
- Black-eyed Susan
- Yellow Hibiscus
- Rapeseed Fields
The gallery
Yellow flower pictures
Thirteen hand-picked photos of yellow flowers from gardens, meadows and farm fields. Click any picture to see it larger.
Sunflower
Helianthus annuus, the golden giant of summer fields.
Yellow Tulip
A cup of pure sunshine in the spring garden.
Daffodils
Trumpet-shaped narcissus that announce the end of winter.
Yellow Rose
The classic flower of friendship and warm wishes.
Forsythia
Golden bells that cover bare branches in early spring.
Marigold
Ruffled pompoms of lemon and gold.
Rapeseed Field
Canola blossoms turning the countryside yellow.
Mimosa
Fluffy yellow puffballs of the silver wattle tree.
Dandelion
A tiny yellow sun loved by bees.
Black-eyed Susan
Golden daisies with dark centres, blooming all summer.
Buttercup
Glossy yellow petals that shine like butter.
Yellow Hibiscus
A tropical bloom in soft lemon tones.
Sunflower Portrait
Bright petals framing a spiral of seeds.
Fields of gold
When the whole landscape turns yellow
Every spring, rapeseed and mustard fields bloom into seas of bright yellow flowers that stretch to the horizon. In summer, sunflower fields take over. These are some of the most photographed yellow flower scenes in the world.
See yellow flowers by seasonFlower guide
Types of yellow flowers
Names, short facts and blooming seasons for the best-loved yellow flowers, from garden favourites to roadside wildflowers.
Yellow Tulip
Tulipa
In the language of flowers, yellow tulips mean cheerful thoughts and sunshine. Plant the bulbs in autumn for a bright spring show.
Daffodil
Narcissus
A symbol of rebirth and new beginnings, and the national flower of Wales. One of the first yellow flowers of the year.
Yellow Rose
Rosa
Where red roses mean romance, yellow roses mean friendship, joy and caring. A popular gift for friends.
Marigold
Tagetes erecta
Marigolds are easy to grow and bloom for months. They are used in festival garlands in India and on Día de Muertos altars in Mexico.
Forsythia
Forsythia
A hardy shrub that covers its bare branches with golden bell-shaped flowers before its leaves appear.
Mimosa
Acacia dealbata
The silver wattle's fluffy yellow flowers are given as gifts on International Women's Day in Italy.
Black-eyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
A cheerful North American wildflower with golden petals and a dark centre. It is the state flower of Maryland.
Symbolism
What do yellow flowers mean?
Yellow is the colour of sunlight, so yellow flowers carry some of the happiest meanings in the language of flowers. A bouquet of yellow blooms is a way to say "you make my day brighter."
Happiness & joy
Sunflowers and yellow tulips bring warmth and good cheer.
Friendship
Yellow roses are the traditional flower to give a close friend.
New beginnings
Daffodils and forsythia bloom at the end of winter, promising spring.
Optimism & energy
Bright yellow flowers lift a room and a mood.
Blooming calendar
Yellow flowers for every season
You can have yellow flowers in bloom almost all year. Here is when each one shines.
Mar – May
Spring
- Daffodils
- Yellow tulips
- Forsythia
- Primroses
- Dandelions
- Rapeseed fields
Jun – Aug
Summer
- Sunflowers
- Yellow roses
- Black-eyed Susan
- Buttercups
- Yellow hibiscus
- Coreopsis
Sep – Nov
Autumn
- Marigolds
- Goldenrod
- Yellow chrysanthemums
- Helenium
- Late sunflowers
Dec – Feb
Winter
- Mimosa (silver wattle)
- Winter jasmine
- Witch hazel
- Winter aconite
- Wintersweet
Shades of yellow
The yellow flower colour palette
Yellow flowers come in many shades, from the palest cream to deep gold. Here are six of our favourites, taken from the flowers in the gallery.
Rose Cream
#FFF1B5Daffodil
#FFE36EButtercup
#F9D71CSunflower
#FFC300Marigold
#F5A300Honey Gold
#D98E04Questions
Yellow flower FAQ
What are the most popular yellow flowers?
The most popular yellow flowers are sunflowers, yellow roses, yellow tulips, daffodils, marigolds, black-eyed Susans, forsythia and mimosa. Each one brings a different shade of yellow, from pale butter to deep golden orange.
What do yellow flowers mean?
Yellow flowers usually stand for happiness, friendship, optimism and new beginnings. Yellow roses are the classic friendship flower, and daffodils are a symbol of spring and renewal.
Which yellow flowers bloom in spring?
Daffodils, yellow tulips, forsythia, mimosa (silver wattle), primroses and dandelions are some of the first yellow flowers to bloom in spring.
Which yellow flowers are easiest to grow?
Sunflowers, marigolds and black-eyed Susans are some of the easiest yellow flowers to grow. They like full sun, tolerate average soil and bloom for weeks in summer.
Can I use the yellow flower photos on FlowerYellow?
The photos come from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons or public domain licenses. You can reuse them as long as you follow each license, which usually means crediting the photographer and linking the license. See the photo credits at the bottom of this page.
Let a little yellow brighten your day
FlowerYellow is a small, sunny corner of the web for everyone who loves yellow flowers. Scroll back through the gallery, pick your favourite bloom and share the sunshine.