In March, a spectacular sea of color splashes the hillside of The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch. For ten weeks, fifty acres of the renowned Giant Tecolote Ranunculus, abundant roses in the All American Rose Garden and the world famous Ecke poinsettias transform the seaside landscape into vibrant waves of color. The only commercial ranunculus field open to the public, 100,000 visitors a year are refreshed by flourishing gardens and community activities. Guests can walk the fields and explore the abundant floral color or tour the entire ranch on a tractor ride that is fun for the whole family. This horticultural experience offers the broadest range of flowers and color that inspires gardeners from all over the world. Other colorful features include the All American Rose Selections Garden, Walk of Fame and Miniature Rose Garden. The AARS garden showcases more than fifty different varieties of roses. Guests are able to immerse themselves in fragrant and colorful sweet peas as they find their way through the Sweet Pea Maze.