Please note: The Family Garden, Play Lawn and Savanna Meadow are closed through Oct. 4 for Fortlandia installation.

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Tuesday Twilights

Tuesdays, Sept. 24 – Nov. 12

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Fall Native Plant Sale

Fridays – Sundays, September 27 – October 27

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Fortlandia

Daily, Oct. 4, 2024 – Feb. 2, 2025

A spray of white and pink wildflowers in the center of a sunlit stone courtyard.

Healthy Garden Installation

Saturday, Oct. 6

FIND A PLANT

Discover the Native Plants of North America


GARDEN VIEWS

An inside glimpse of the gardens from our Instagram feed

Have friends in town for ACL? 🎶 We’re debuting a stacked lineup of our own! Fortlandia, our outdoor interactive exhibition, opens TOMORROW (Oct. 4) in the Luci and Ian Family Garden. Talented local artists, architects and designers have created eight unique hideouts to connect people of all ages to the environment, evoking a sense of childhood play and wonder. 
 
Don’t forget to share your adventures using the hashtag #Fortlandia and vote for your favorite fort!
 
Get all the details at the link in our bio.

#StayWild #WildflowerCenter
Weekend 1 of our Fall Native Plant Sale was a blast! Get your wagons ready - we’re opening to the general public this Friday. 🛒 Texas is known for its bountiful oak trees and this year we have 14 native oak species available for purchase, including some you won’t find anywhere else!
 
Check out the plant list and more details at the link in our bio. 
 
Plant Sale entry is free and guests are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. If you want to explore the gardens (and the opening weekend of Fortlandia! 🏕️), purchase general admission and make it a day!
 
#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #FallNativePlantSale #PlantNative
This Sunday, learn essential techniques to create the sustainable native garden of your dreams! Our Healthy Garden Installation class covers site preparation, irrigation, planting best practices and mulch application for a thriving garden.🌿

📅 Sunday, Oct. 6, 1 – 4 p.m.

Space is limited - register today at the link in our bio!

📷 Wildflower Center

#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #NativePlants #NativeLandscaping
Why save fun for the weekends? 🎶Join us for Tuesday Twilights tomorrow evening, October 1 from 5-8 p.m., for live music, food and drinks! 🎟 Included with admission to the Center, free for members (discount applied at checkout). Tap the link in our bio to reserve your spot.

This week's lineup:
MUSIC: @kelsicreek
FOOD: @ikenaves1, @garboslobster and @austinscoops
DRINK: Tito's Blueberry Bloom (or whatever drink you fancy from a full cash bar)

We recommend carpooling or using a rideshare for easy event access! 

#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #TuesdayTwilights #AustinLiveMusic #ATXEvents #ATXHappyHour
T-minus 7 days! ✨ Opening weekend for our Fortlandia 2024 exhibition is quickly approaching, and we’re giving you a first look at the incredible forts coming to life. Free with admission, these one-of-a-kind designs will be ready for the whole family to explore when Fortlandia opens on Oct. 4! 🌿🏗️
 
Tap the link in our bio for more details!
 
#Fortlandia #WildflowerCenter #StayWild #ATXThingsToDo #FamilyFun
🌱 Does the thought of spring bring you visions of beautiful blooms and new beginnings? You’re not alone! The secret? Thinking ahead for that picture-perfect Texas moment. Here’s why fall is the perfect time to get your native plants (including wildflowers, trees, shrubs, and groundcovers) in the ground:

1️⃣ Root Growth: Cooler weather reduces stress on your plants, giving them several months to establish strong, deep root systems before the heat returns. Even our tough native plants appreciate the extra time to get a head start for spring.

2️⃣ Soil & Moisture: Fall means more rain and better moisture retention. With warmer soil from summer, but more stable temps, your plants will have ideal conditions to grow and flourish with less effort on your part.

💬 What’s on your wish list? Our gardeners and experts will be ready to answer questions and help you make the most of your fall planting.

🌟 Members get early access this weekend (Sept. 27-29)! Not a member? Join today or mark your calendar for the public sale starting Oct. 4. 

📷 Butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa)

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #NativePlants #NativePlantSale #ATXGardens
Adventure is on the agenda tomorrow night (Sept. 26)! 🍁 We can't wait to see you at our fall Nature Nights - a FREE evening of hands-on learning and exploration. Bring the family to learn all about animal migration (Monarchs, owls, bats and more!) and preparing plants for the chillier months ahead - here's what's in store: 

🦇 Learn about bats from the experts at @austinbatrefuge
🦉 Check out some of Central Texas' stunning birds of prey
🐜 Explore the world of arthropods with @thebugsafarilady
🌱 Dig into the Ecologist School, our partnership with @familiesinnature—64 self-guided lessons for all ages!

Admission is free from 6 to 8 p.m. No need to RSVP - just come on out and enjoy. 🍂 Special thanks to our sponsor, @heb!

More info at the link in our bio.

📷 Adam Barbe

#NatureNights #StayWild #WildflowerCenter #AustinTX #ATXParents
Fall officially kicked off on Sept. 22, but we’re still soaking up those warm Texas evenings! 🍂 Starting TONIGHT, spend golden hour with us in the gardens at Tuesday Twilights. Every Tuesday through November 12, we stay open late from 5-8 p.m., so bring your favorite dancing partner and enjoy live music, custom cocktails, food truck fare and more! Reserve your spot (free for members!) and see upcoming events at the link in our bio.

Tonight's details:
🎶 MUSIC - @oscarornelas512 will fill the garden with his blend of blues, rock ‘n’ roll, jazz, and classic country.
🍽 FOOD - Treat yourself to @konfusedesindianfoodtruck or @craigositalian for dinner, and finish with something sweet from Bananarchy!
🍹 DRINK - Grab a delicious cocktail from the cash bar.

📷: @alitexas

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #TuesdayTwilights #HappyHourATX #LiveMusicATX
Native plant lovers, the time has come... Our Fall Native Plant Sale list has arrived! Wildflower Center staff have been hard at work, cultivating beautiful Texas natives, including oaks, perennials, grasses, shrubs, and more—perfect for both shady and sunny spaces. Become a member to receive 10% off and exclusive access to the first weekend! 

🗓 Sept. 27 – Oct. 27 | Fridays – Sundays | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
MEMBERS ONLY weekend: Sept. 27 – 29
📍 Texas Arboretum

Get details and a list of available plants at the link in our bio. 

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #NativePlants #NativePlantSale
We're hiring a Senior Graphic Designer to join our team! Help bring our mission to life through creative work that connects people to nature. If you’re passionate about creating stunning designs for print, digital, signage, and more, this role is for you. For more info about this and other opportunities, visit the link in our bio!

📷 Wildflower Center

#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #AustinJobs
Have friends in town for ACL? 🎶 We’re debuting a stacked lineup of our own! Fortlandia, our outdoor interactive exhibition, opens TOMORROW (Oct. 4) in the Luci and Ian Family Garden. Talented local artists, architects and designers have created eight unique hideouts to connect people of all ages to the environment, evoking a sense of childhood play and wonder. 
 
Don’t forget to share your adventures using the hashtag #Fortlandia and vote for your favorite fort!
 
Get all the details at the link in our bio.

#StayWild #WildflowerCenter
Weekend 1 of our Fall Native Plant Sale was a blast! Get your wagons ready - we’re opening to the general public this Friday. 🛒 Texas is known for its bountiful oak trees and this year we have 14 native oak species available for purchase, including some you won’t find anywhere else!
 
Check out the plant list and more details at the link in our bio. 
 
Plant Sale entry is free and guests are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. If you want to explore the gardens (and the opening weekend of Fortlandia! 🏕️), purchase general admission and make it a day!
 
#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #FallNativePlantSale #PlantNative
This Sunday, learn essential techniques to create the sustainable native garden of your dreams! Our Healthy Garden Installation class covers site preparation, irrigation, planting best practices and mulch application for a thriving garden.🌿

📅 Sunday, Oct. 6, 1 – 4 p.m.

Space is limited - register today at the link in our bio!

📷 Wildflower Center

#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #NativePlants #NativeLandscaping
Why save fun for the weekends? 🎶Join us for Tuesday Twilights tomorrow evening, October 1 from 5-8 p.m., for live music, food and drinks! 🎟 Included with admission to the Center, free for members (discount applied at checkout). Tap the link in our bio to reserve your spot.

This week's lineup:
MUSIC: @kelsicreek
FOOD: @ikenaves1, @garboslobster and @austinscoops
DRINK: Tito's Blueberry Bloom (or whatever drink you fancy from a full cash bar)

We recommend carpooling or using a rideshare for easy event access! 

#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #TuesdayTwilights #AustinLiveMusic #ATXEvents #ATXHappyHour
T-minus 7 days! ✨ Opening weekend for our Fortlandia 2024 exhibition is quickly approaching, and we’re giving you a first look at the incredible forts coming to life. Free with admission, these one-of-a-kind designs will be ready for the whole family to explore when Fortlandia opens on Oct. 4! 🌿🏗️
 
Tap the link in our bio for more details!
 
#Fortlandia #WildflowerCenter #StayWild #ATXThingsToDo #FamilyFun
🌱 Does the thought of spring bring you visions of beautiful blooms and new beginnings? You’re not alone! The secret? Thinking ahead for that picture-perfect Texas moment. Here’s why fall is the perfect time to get your native plants (including wildflowers, trees, shrubs, and groundcovers) in the ground:

1️⃣ Root Growth: Cooler weather reduces stress on your plants, giving them several months to establish strong, deep root systems before the heat returns. Even our tough native plants appreciate the extra time to get a head start for spring.

2️⃣ Soil & Moisture: Fall means more rain and better moisture retention. With warmer soil from summer, but more stable temps, your plants will have ideal conditions to grow and flourish with less effort on your part.

💬 What’s on your wish list? Our gardeners and experts will be ready to answer questions and help you make the most of your fall planting.

🌟 Members get early access this weekend (Sept. 27-29)! Not a member? Join today or mark your calendar for the public sale starting Oct. 4. 

📷 Butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa)

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #NativePlants #NativePlantSale #ATXGardens
Adventure is on the agenda tomorrow night (Sept. 26)! 🍁 We can't wait to see you at our fall Nature Nights - a FREE evening of hands-on learning and exploration. Bring the family to learn all about animal migration (Monarchs, owls, bats and more!) and preparing plants for the chillier months ahead - here's what's in store: 

🦇 Learn about bats from the experts at @austinbatrefuge
🦉 Check out some of Central Texas' stunning birds of prey
🐜 Explore the world of arthropods with @thebugsafarilady
🌱 Dig into the Ecologist School, our partnership with @familiesinnature—64 self-guided lessons for all ages!

Admission is free from 6 to 8 p.m. No need to RSVP - just come on out and enjoy. 🍂 Special thanks to our sponsor, @heb!

More info at the link in our bio.

📷 Adam Barbe

#NatureNights #StayWild #WildflowerCenter #AustinTX #ATXParents
Fall officially kicked off on Sept. 22, but we’re still soaking up those warm Texas evenings! 🍂 Starting TONIGHT, spend golden hour with us in the gardens at Tuesday Twilights. Every Tuesday through November 12, we stay open late from 5-8 p.m., so bring your favorite dancing partner and enjoy live music, custom cocktails, food truck fare and more! Reserve your spot (free for members!) and see upcoming events at the link in our bio.

Tonight's details:
🎶 MUSIC - @oscarornelas512 will fill the garden with his blend of blues, rock ‘n’ roll, jazz, and classic country.
🍽 FOOD - Treat yourself to @konfusedesindianfoodtruck or @craigositalian for dinner, and finish with something sweet from Bananarchy!
🍹 DRINK - Grab a delicious cocktail from the cash bar.

📷: @alitexas

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #TuesdayTwilights #HappyHourATX #LiveMusicATX
Native plant lovers, the time has come... Our Fall Native Plant Sale list has arrived! Wildflower Center staff have been hard at work, cultivating beautiful Texas natives, including oaks, perennials, grasses, shrubs, and more—perfect for both shady and sunny spaces. Become a member to receive 10% off and exclusive access to the first weekend! 

🗓 Sept. 27 – Oct. 27 | Fridays – Sundays | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
MEMBERS ONLY weekend: Sept. 27 – 29
📍 Texas Arboretum

Get details and a list of available plants at the link in our bio. 

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #NativePlants #NativePlantSale
We're hiring a Senior Graphic Designer to join our team! Help bring our mission to life through creative work that connects people to nature. If you’re passionate about creating stunning designs for print, digital, signage, and more, this role is for you. For more info about this and other opportunities, visit the link in our bio!

📷 Wildflower Center

#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #AustinJobs

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