Which Country Does Edelweiss Bloom?

The Edelweiss – Switzerland's national flower? Twin exhibitions in Zurich and Geneva are celebrating the queen of alpine flora. Everybody knows the Edelweiss, which grows high in the Alps and is regarded in Switzerland as a national symbol.

Where is the edelweiss flower found?

Edelweiss grows in limestone soil on mountain meadows at altitudes between 1,800 and 3,000 m. It blossoms from July to September. This symbol of the Alps can easily be found on theme hikes in and around Zermatt.

Is Edelweiss the national flower of Austria?

The flower is a national symbol in Austria, Switzerland, Slovenia, Bulgaria and Romania. In the 19th century, the edelweiss became a symbol of the rugged purity of the Alpine region and of its native inhabitants.