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EVENTS & CLASSES
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Get FIT: Spring Series
Tuesday, March 25
Ask a Gardener
Saturday, March 29
Spring Native Plant Sale
Fridays – Sundays, March 28 – April 27
(Members only first weekend)
Snake Safety
Saturday, April 5
GARDEN VIEWS
An inside glimpse of the gardens from our Instagram feed
Thinking about ways to give your yard a fresh start this spring? As trends like No Mow May continue to bring the conversation of sustainable lawn care into the mainstream, it’s a great time to rethink your approach. Incorporating native plants provides a host of benefits, including:
🌱 Reducing Water Waste
Traditional grass lawns, especially non-native varieties, consume excessive water to stay healthy and green. Native plants, once established, require far less water, reducing irrigation needs and conserving valuable water resources.
🐝 Sustaining Wildlife Habitats
Lawns often fail to support the rich biodiversity that native ecosystems offer. Replacing turf grass with native plants provides critical food and shelter for pollinators, birds, and small mammals—supporting a healthier local ecosystem.
🌍 Improving Soil Health
Regular mowing, chemical treatments, and soil compaction can degrade soil quality. Native plants, with their deep-root systems, naturally improve soil structure, prevent erosion, and enhance water absorption.
🌿 Broader Environmental Benefits
Switching to native plants cuts down on the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides used in traditional lawn care. By choosing native species, you create a low-maintenance landscape that benefits both your yard and the environment.
Every bit helps—whether you start with a small container garden of native plants or plan a full yard transformation, your choices can make a lasting impact!
Read the full article (link in bio) to learn more from our experts about rethinking lawn care and creating a healthier landscape.
📷 The Nature Conservancy
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #NativePlants #WaterConservation #WildlifeHabitat #TexasGardening #Sustainability
Mar 26
🌿 Members, your early access to the Spring Native Plant Sale starts this weekend! Get first pick from a wide selection of native plants before the public sale begins!
The plant list is live and will be updated daily during the sale. While we can’t guarantee availability, we restock at the end of each day and bring in new inventory weekly. Plenty of chances to find your favorites! Plan your shopping list: wildflower.org/plant-sales
Member Sale Hours:
📅 March 28–30 | ⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Reservations aren’t required, but they’re the best way to ensure admission at your desired time!
Not a member yet? Join today for early access and more perks: wildflower.org/join
📷 @alitexas
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #GrowNative #NativePlants #PlantSale
Mar 25
☀️ Mornings feel better when you start them with movement—especially when nature’s your backdrop. Get FIT and Yoga FIT with the Fitness Institute of Texas are back at the Wildflower Center! Breathe in fresh air, soak up the morning light, and get moving before the day heats up.
Join a single class ($12) or sign up for the series (All links in our bio!):
🏃 Get FIT (Tues/Thurs, starts March 25)
🧘 Yoga FIT (Mondays through May 19)
Bonus: Wildflower Center members get a discount!
💡 More ways to recharge: @atxyogagirl’s Vision Boards & Sound Bowls retreat (rescheduled from March 21) is happening this Friday, March 28. A perfect chance to slow down and reset.
See you outside—on the trails, the mat, or just soaking in the sunrise. 🌅
📷 @tdimenno
#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #ATXYogaClasses #Wellness
Mar 24
The colors are starting to pop! ✨ Here’s a peek at what’s blooming at the Center this weekend. Wildflowers don’t last forever—some will fade soon, but new blooms will keep making an appearance all spring. You never know what you’ll find on your next visit (wildflower.org/visit)! 🌿
What’s blooming near you? Share your wildflower sightings in the comments! 💬
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #WildflowerWatch #SpringBlooms #NativePlants #Bluebonnets
Mar 23
Spring break is winding down—have you had your dose of sunshine yet? 🌞🌿 Take a stroll along the John Barr and Arboretum Trails, where goldeneye phlox (Phlox roemeriana) are brightening the landscape! Who’s soaking up the outdoors before the break ends?
Plan your visit at the link in our bio!
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #GoldeneyePhlox #NationalFlowerDay
Mar 21
Spring is here, y’all! 🌸 You can feel it, right? That shift in the air—the way the breeze carries the scent of fresh blooms, the way the sun lingers just a little longer in the evening. Wildflower season is rolling in, and everything is waking up, stretching toward the light.
And speaking of long, golden evenings… you know what returns next week? Tuesday Twilights! 🌅✨
Starting March 25, we’re keeping the gates open late so you can wander the gardens as the sun sets, enjoy live music, and soak up the evening outside. To kick off the season, we’ve got Ryan DeSiato performing live! 🎶🎟️ Reserve your spot at the link in our bio.
March 25:
MUSIC: @ryandesiatomusic
FOOD: @konfusedesindianfoodtruck @ikenaves1 & @dulcefridaatx
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #SpringEquinox #TuesdayTwilights #ATXLiveMusic
Mar 20
🌿 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🌿 We’re celebrating the launch of “The Texas Native Plant Primer: 225 Plants for an Earth-Friendly Garden” by our very own Director of Horticulture, Andrea DeLong-Amaya! To mark the occasion, we’re giving away a copy of this must-have guide at our event (now open to the public) this Saturday, March 22. Register and join us for a chance to win! 🎉
This book is packed with expert advice to help you grow a thriving native plant garden—one that reduces maintenance and welcomes pollinators like birds, butterflies, and bees. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, you’ll find guidance on native ferns, grasses, wildflowers, perennials, vines, shrubs, and trees.
Join us in person (Space is limited; registration required!):
📅 Saturday, March 22
📍 Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
🎟️ Presentation at 1 p.m., followed by a book signing from 1:45 - 3:15 p.m. (Attend either or both!)
💬 Drop a comment with a question you’d ask Andrea about native plants—or share what excites you about growing a native garden! 🌿
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #TexasNativePlants
Mar 19
With a name straight out of a country crooner’s song, Texas baby blue eyes (Nemophila phacelioides) are making a delicate display in our Theme Gardens. This soft, trailing annual can grow up to a foot tall, with pale blue, bowl-shaped flowers that have frosty white centers. The stems and leaves are covered in fine hairs, giving them a slightly fuzzy look—hence one of its charming common names, “Flannel Breeches.”
Thriving along woodland edges and in open areas, this wildflower is an important nectar source for bees and butterflies before fading with the summer heat. Keep an eye out for these beauties in part-shade spots March through May!
Plan your visit to see more spring blooms at wildflower.org/visit.
#NativePlants #StayWild #WildflowerCenter #TexasBabyBlueEyes #SpringWildflowers
Mar 18
Got a gardening question? Let’s get to the root of it! 🌱Join us this month for Ask a Gardener, a fast-paced, interactive Q&A with one of our lead horticulturists! Whether you’re dealing with tough soil, curious about garden pests, or just want tips on keeping your landscape in tip-top shape, this is the perfect opportunity to get the answers you need.
No question is too big or small when it comes to making your garden thrive! Only 24 spots are available (one question per person), so don’t miss out—register today at the link in our bio.
When: March 29 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Price: $25 per person (Members get a discount!)
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #AskAGardener #TexasGardening #NativePlants #GardeningTips #SustainableLandscaping
Mar 17
House Hunters: Great Horned Owl Edition 🦉 This clip captures a conversation between Athena and her mate before settling in to nest this season. As she inspects the spot, he calls from nearby, and together they perform a duet, a key part of great horned owl communication. Their alternating calls, hoo-h’HOO-hoo-hoo, help reinforce their bond and let other owls in town know this spot is occupied.
Before we had the owl cam, moments like this between Athena and her mate were rarely seen or heard. Now we get a front-row seat to their world!
Keep up with Athena LIVE at the link in our bio!
🎥 @cornellbirdcams
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #GreatHornedOwl #OwlCam #BirdCam
Mar 16
Thinking about ways to give your yard a fresh start this spring? As trends like No Mow May continue to bring the conversation of sustainable lawn care into the mainstream, it’s a great time to rethink your approach. Incorporating native plants provides a host of benefits, including:
🌱 Reducing Water Waste
Traditional grass lawns, especially non-native varieties, consume excessive water to stay healthy and green. Native plants, once established, require far less water, reducing irrigation needs and conserving valuable water resources.
🐝 Sustaining Wildlife Habitats
Lawns often fail to support the rich biodiversity that native ecosystems offer. Replacing turf grass with native plants provides critical food and shelter for pollinators, birds, and small mammals—supporting a healthier local ecosystem.
🌍 Improving Soil Health
Regular mowing, chemical treatments, and soil compaction can degrade soil quality. Native plants, with their deep-root systems, naturally improve soil structure, prevent erosion, and enhance water absorption.
🌿 Broader Environmental Benefits
Switching to native plants cuts down on the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides used in traditional lawn care. By choosing native species, you create a low-maintenance landscape that benefits both your yard and the environment.
Every bit helps—whether you start with a small container garden of native plants or plan a full yard transformation, your choices can make a lasting impact!
Read the full article (link in bio) to learn more from our experts about rethinking lawn care and creating a healthier landscape.
📷 The Nature Conservancy
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #NativePlants #WaterConservation #WildlifeHabitat #TexasGardening #Sustainability
Mar 26
🌿 Members, your early access to the Spring Native Plant Sale starts this weekend! Get first pick from a wide selection of native plants before the public sale begins!
The plant list is live and will be updated daily during the sale. While we can’t guarantee availability, we restock at the end of each day and bring in new inventory weekly. Plenty of chances to find your favorites! Plan your shopping list: wildflower.org/plant-sales
Member Sale Hours:
📅 March 28–30 | ⏰ 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Reservations aren’t required, but they’re the best way to ensure admission at your desired time!
Not a member yet? Join today for early access and more perks: wildflower.org/join
📷 @alitexas
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #GrowNative #NativePlants #PlantSale
Mar 25
☀️ Mornings feel better when you start them with movement—especially when nature’s your backdrop. Get FIT and Yoga FIT with the Fitness Institute of Texas are back at the Wildflower Center! Breathe in fresh air, soak up the morning light, and get moving before the day heats up.
Join a single class ($12) or sign up for the series (All links in our bio!):
🏃 Get FIT (Tues/Thurs, starts March 25)
🧘 Yoga FIT (Mondays through May 19)
Bonus: Wildflower Center members get a discount!
💡 More ways to recharge: @atxyogagirl’s Vision Boards & Sound Bowls retreat (rescheduled from March 21) is happening this Friday, March 28. A perfect chance to slow down and reset.
See you outside—on the trails, the mat, or just soaking in the sunrise. 🌅
📷 @tdimenno
#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #ATXYogaClasses #Wellness
Mar 24
The colors are starting to pop! ✨ Here’s a peek at what’s blooming at the Center this weekend. Wildflowers don’t last forever—some will fade soon, but new blooms will keep making an appearance all spring. You never know what you’ll find on your next visit (wildflower.org/visit)! 🌿
What’s blooming near you? Share your wildflower sightings in the comments! 💬
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #WildflowerWatch #SpringBlooms #NativePlants #Bluebonnets
Mar 23
Spring break is winding down—have you had your dose of sunshine yet? 🌞🌿 Take a stroll along the John Barr and Arboretum Trails, where goldeneye phlox (Phlox roemeriana) are brightening the landscape! Who’s soaking up the outdoors before the break ends?
Plan your visit at the link in our bio!
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #GoldeneyePhlox #NationalFlowerDay
Mar 21
Spring is here, y’all! 🌸 You can feel it, right? That shift in the air—the way the breeze carries the scent of fresh blooms, the way the sun lingers just a little longer in the evening. Wildflower season is rolling in, and everything is waking up, stretching toward the light.
And speaking of long, golden evenings… you know what returns next week? Tuesday Twilights! 🌅✨
Starting March 25, we’re keeping the gates open late so you can wander the gardens as the sun sets, enjoy live music, and soak up the evening outside. To kick off the season, we’ve got Ryan DeSiato performing live! 🎶🎟️ Reserve your spot at the link in our bio.
March 25:
MUSIC: @ryandesiatomusic
FOOD: @konfusedesindianfoodtruck @ikenaves1 & @dulcefridaatx
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #SpringEquinox #TuesdayTwilights #ATXLiveMusic
Mar 20
🌿 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🌿 We’re celebrating the launch of “The Texas Native Plant Primer: 225 Plants for an Earth-Friendly Garden” by our very own Director of Horticulture, Andrea DeLong-Amaya! To mark the occasion, we’re giving away a copy of this must-have guide at our event (now open to the public) this Saturday, March 22. Register and join us for a chance to win! 🎉
This book is packed with expert advice to help you grow a thriving native plant garden—one that reduces maintenance and welcomes pollinators like birds, butterflies, and bees. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, you’ll find guidance on native ferns, grasses, wildflowers, perennials, vines, shrubs, and trees.
Join us in person (Space is limited; registration required!):
📅 Saturday, March 22
📍 Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
🎟️ Presentation at 1 p.m., followed by a book signing from 1:45 - 3:15 p.m. (Attend either or both!)
💬 Drop a comment with a question you’d ask Andrea about native plants—or share what excites you about growing a native garden! 🌿
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #TexasNativePlants
Mar 19
With a name straight out of a country crooner’s song, Texas baby blue eyes (Nemophila phacelioides) are making a delicate display in our Theme Gardens. This soft, trailing annual can grow up to a foot tall, with pale blue, bowl-shaped flowers that have frosty white centers. The stems and leaves are covered in fine hairs, giving them a slightly fuzzy look—hence one of its charming common names, “Flannel Breeches.”
Thriving along woodland edges and in open areas, this wildflower is an important nectar source for bees and butterflies before fading with the summer heat. Keep an eye out for these beauties in part-shade spots March through May!
Plan your visit to see more spring blooms at wildflower.org/visit.
#NativePlants #StayWild #WildflowerCenter #TexasBabyBlueEyes #SpringWildflowers
Mar 18
Got a gardening question? Let’s get to the root of it! 🌱Join us this month for Ask a Gardener, a fast-paced, interactive Q&A with one of our lead horticulturists! Whether you’re dealing with tough soil, curious about garden pests, or just want tips on keeping your landscape in tip-top shape, this is the perfect opportunity to get the answers you need.
No question is too big or small when it comes to making your garden thrive! Only 24 spots are available (one question per person), so don’t miss out—register today at the link in our bio.
When: March 29 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Price: $25 per person (Members get a discount!)
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #AskAGardener #TexasGardening #NativePlants #GardeningTips #SustainableLandscaping
Mar 17
House Hunters: Great Horned Owl Edition 🦉 This clip captures a conversation between Athena and her mate before settling in to nest this season. As she inspects the spot, he calls from nearby, and together they perform a duet, a key part of great horned owl communication. Their alternating calls, hoo-h’HOO-hoo-hoo, help reinforce their bond and let other owls in town know this spot is occupied.
Before we had the owl cam, moments like this between Athena and her mate were rarely seen or heard. Now we get a front-row seat to their world!
Keep up with Athena LIVE at the link in our bio!
🎥 @cornellbirdcams
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #GreatHornedOwl #OwlCam #BirdCam
Mar 16
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