Changi Airport Launches World's Largest Sunflower Display at an Airport

SINGAPORE, 30 August 2024 – Changi Airport has been transformed into a blooming spectacle with its first-ever flower-themed showcase from now till 30 September.

‘A Sunflower Sojourn’ features over 5,000 sunflowers of more than 10 exquisite varieties, beautifully arranged at over 20 locations across all four terminals. The showcase extends outdoors to Hub & Spoke, making it the largest sunflower showcase ever held in an airport. At the Departure Halls of Terminals 2 and 3, visitors will be treated to stunning floral displays featuring larger-than-life sunflower topiary sculptures, towering at five and eight metres tall respectively.

From the classic bright yellow ‘Sunrise’, to the rare red and yellow ‘Florenza’ and the delicate pastel pink ‘Strawberry Blonde’, all these blooms are meticulously grown in Changi Airport’s own plant nursery. Apart from enjoying the marvel of these bright, cheerful blooms, visitors can also discover its cultural significance, ecological importance and the diverse human uses of this remarkable plant. Timed perfectly with the September school holidays and Mid-Autumn Festival, this floral wonderland is a must-visit for families, travellers and flower lovers alike.

Celebrating sunflowers
Sunflowers have been synonymous with Changi Airport since the opening of the Sunflower Garden at Terminal 2 departure transit area in 2002. It is among the many other gardens in the airport, which provide beautiful, serene havens for travellers on the go to soak in the nature before their flight.

“Our lush gardens at Changi Airport have always been more than just a feature – they are an experience that embodies the warmth and hospitality of our airport. We are thrilled to unveil this vibrant Sunflower Sojourn display, as an extension of the Sunflower Garden to the other parts of the airport. The sunflower, a symbol of joy and cheerfulness, perfectly aligns with our service philosophy of delivering delightful and positively surprising experiences to all visitors,” says Mr Ang Siew Min, Senior Vice President of Airport Operations Development, Changi Airport Group.

Additionally, visitors can delve into how sunflowers have inspired humans throughout history, impacting both art and agriculture.

For centuries, this beloved flower has held deep cultural significance, influencing poets, writers, and artists across various mediums. The sunflower's radiant colours and lively presence have made it a symbol of warmth and vitality, leaving a lasting impression on artistic expression.

For over 3,000 years, in addition to its crucial role in the ecosystem, the sunflower has been a significant agricultural crop. Sunflowers are mainly grown for their seeds, which can be used as animal feed or enjoyed as a snack by humans. Additionally, sunflower seeds are the primary source of sunflower oil, the fourth most widely produced vegetable oil. This versatile oil has been widely used in food production, cooking, cosmetics and medicine.

Sunflower-themed merchandise
Visitors can also grab exclusive Sunflower Sojourn merchandise at the Main Event Outpost at Terminal 3 Departure Hall and the sunflower-themed vending machine located at Terminal 3 North, near the Jewel link bridge.

Available items include the adorable limited-edition Buddy bear (S$35) dressed in a charming sunflower outfit, as well as pens (S$5), coasters (S$9), acrylic magnets (S$9) and pouches (S$13) featuring minimalist artwork inspired by Changi Airport's beautiful gardens, including the Sunflower Garden, Enchanted Garden, and Cactus Garden.

Sunflower-themed activities for transit passengers
Over two weekends—30 August to 1 September and 6 September to 8 September passengers in the Departure Transit areas at Terminals 1 and 3, can immerse themselves into the world of sunflowers with a range of activities. Passengers can enjoy free workshops on the art of paper sunflower-making and even get temporary ink with sunflower tattoo stickers.

Hub and Spoke
Feeling hungry? Hub and Spoke visitors can enjoy delectable sunflower-inspired dishes like soft-serve yogurt with sunflower-flavoured sauce and sunflower butter toast, available in limited quantities.

High-resolution images can be downloaded here. Please credit ‘Changi Airport Group’.

Encl: Annex A – Locations of Sunflower displays in 22 locations at Changi Airport