Flower Clock
Genève
Located on the western side of Geneva's Jardin Anglais park, the Flower Clock is an iconic outdoor clock composed of approximately 6,500 to 12,000 flowering plants and shrubs that change with the seasons to create a stunning floral mosaic. Created in 1955 under the guidance of landscape architect Armand Auberson, it was designed as a tribute to Geneva's renowned watchmaking industry and nature. The clock features a satellite-controlled electronic time setting, ensuring precise timekeeping. Its second hand, measuring 2.5 meters, is recognized as the longest in the world. The clock was once the largest flower clock globally with a diameter of 5 meters until surpassed by a larger installation in Tehran in 2005. The current elegant hands were crafted and generously donated by the prestigious watchmaker Patek Philippe during a 2017 renovation, which also introduced an integrated irrigation system to maintain the plants naturally without pesticides. The Flower Clock is a beloved symbol of Geneva, frequently decorated in colors representing various causes and is easily accessible via multiple public transport lines.
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Astuce: Visit the Flower Clock throughout the year to enjoy its changing floral designs, updated seasonally four times annually. The best times are spring and summer when vibrant begonias and succulents bloom. To avoid crowds, early mornings or weekdays are ideal. Tickets are not required as it is an outdoor attraction. Use public transport lines 25, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, or 2 to reach nearby stops Métropole or Molard for convenient access.
Faits intéressants
- •The Flower Clock's second hand is the longest in the world at 2.5 meters (8.2 feet).
- •Originally the largest flower clock globally with a 5-meter diameter until 2005.
- •The floral design is changed four times a year to reflect seasonal blooms.
- •The clock features satellite-controlled electronic timekeeping for accuracy.
- •The elegant clock hands were donated by the renowned watchmaker Patek Philippe during a 2017 renovation.
Histoire
The Flower Clock was established in 1955 by the Geneva Parks and Promenades Service at the initiative of the Association of Geneva Interests, with landscape architect Armand Auberson leading the project.
Initially installed at the park entrance, the clock was relocated 8 meters inward in 1992 to accommodate increasing visitor numbers safely.
Over the decades, generations of specialized gardeners have maintained the floral arrangements, adapting the design and plantings to seasonal changes.
In 2017, the clock underwent a major renovation including the installation of new hands by Patek Philippe and an integrated irrigation system, enhancing both its aesthetic and ecological sustainability.
Guide du lieu
Floral Mosaic Face
The clock face is composed of thousands of seasonal plants arranged in intricate floral patterns, showcasing expert horticultural craftsmanship that changes four times annually to reflect the seasons.
Clock Hands and Mechanism2017
The clock features elegant hands closely resembling the original design, with the second hand measuring 2.5 meters, the longest in the world. The time is electronically synchronized via satellite for precise accuracy.
Location in Jardin Anglais
Situated at the western side of Geneva's Jardin Anglais park near the Pont du Mont-Blanc bridge, the Flower Clock is a prominent landmark accessible to visitors and locals alike, surrounded by scenic park landscapes.
Contact
Téléphone: 022 418 50 00