expression, godan verb (-ku)
Literal meaning: flowers open. Used for actual flowers blooming.
春になると、庭にたくさんの花が咲く。
In spring, many flowers bloom in the garden.
expression, godan verb (-ku)
become lively; become animated
Idiomatic use, especially for conversation or atmosphere becoming lively, like flowers blooming.
彼女が来ると、いつも話に花が咲く。
Whenever she comes, the conversation always becomes lively.
expression, godan verb (-ku)
experience a golden age
Idiomatic use for a period of great prosperity or flourishing, like a golden age.
この町は観光で花が咲いた時代があった。
This town had a golden age thanks to tourism.