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EVENTS & CLASSES

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Two oak trees, one with red leaves and one with green leaves against the blue sky

Texas Arbor Day

Saturday, November 2

Two oak trees, one with red leaves and one with green leaves against the blue sky

Watercolor Workshop

Saturday, November 9

FIND A PLANT

Discover the Native Plants of North America


GARDEN VIEWS

An inside glimpse of the gardens from our Instagram feed

Be sure to keep an eye out for Monarchs on your next visit! Our Nectar Garden is buzzing with activity as these travelers stop by to fuel up on their journey south, gracing the gardens with an extra touch of magic. ✨

You can drop in to get a close-up look at this endangered species at our Power the Migration exhibit in the Little House. Visit the link in our bio for more ways you can support Monarchs in Texas and beyond.

📸: Bill J. Boyd

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #MonarchMigration
Have you visited this year’s Fortlandia exhibition yet? Come on by and let your inner explorer run wild this weekend!
 
Free with admission, we have a brand new lineup of eight unique forts to discover! Open daily through Feb 2 - tap the link in our bio to plan your visit! ⛺️

Forts pictured:
Shell Yeah! - @chioco_design, @austincustomcnc, @howdybuilt 
PYROSTRUCTURE - William Bonner + Kennedy Rauh
Harmony Habitat - @okkemdesign 
Honeycomb Hideout - @stgdesign 
Fort Fang - @ion_art_atx 
 
🎥 Julia Bennett

#Fortlandia #StayWild #WildflowerCenter #ATXThingsToDo
Brainsssss 🧟 They may look the part for Halloween, but these neon-green spheres are actually the fruit of the Osage orange (Maclura pomifera). It’s a sure sign of fall when they’re spotted on the ground, becoming a snack for deer, squirrels, and even livestock. Maclura pomifera has many nicknames—what do you call these spooky fruits?

As you celebrate tonight, stay safe and remember to leave no trace—let’s keep our natural spaces clean!

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #OsageOrange #NativePlants
Last night, we had the pleasure of celebrating our incredible volunteers! Many of our volunteers have been dedicated to our mission for decades and this annual appreciation event is a recognition of their individual and collective milestones. Volunteers make a huge impact by tending to our gardens, helping guests connect with nature, educating our community, and more. Over the last fiscal year, 762 volunteers dedicated an astounding 28,410 hours to the Wildflower Center! Your time, heart, and expertise are an invaluable part of our mission.

To learn more about what our volunteers do and how to get involved, visit wildflower.org/volunteer.
 
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #VolunteerAppreciation #CommunityImpact
For those whose festive mood starts as soon as November 1 hits, we have two upcoming classes taught by the wonderful @apattonfineart to help you get a jump start on your holiday gifts and greetings! Learn more and register today at the link in our bio.

🎨 Watercolor Workshop (Nov. 9, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.): Learn how to create beautiful seasonal scenes that make the perfect gift! This class is ideal for anyone interested in watercolors and botanical art. 

🎁 Holiday Cards with Alcohol Inks (Nov. 10, 1 - 3 p.m.): Sending out holiday cards this year? Discover how to use alcohol inks to express nature’s many wonders for your season's greetings!

Many Texas natives, including the Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria) pictured here, would look right at home on a holiday card! 

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #ATXArtist #AustinArtWorkshop
Check out these amazing costumes! Thanks to everyone who joined us for another unforgettable FRIGHTlandia! 🧙‍♀️🦸‍♂️ We had a blast seeing your creative attire and celebrating the spooky season together.
 
If you missed yesterday’s event, there’s still plenty of time to explore this year’s secret hideouts! Plan your visit at the link in our bio.
 
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #Frightlandia #Halloween
Only three more Tuesday Twilights left — and this week's event is a dog-friendly night with a Halloween twist! 🎃🐾 Dress up your furry friend (and yourself!) for a costume contest and enjoy an evening of live music, specialty cocktails, and food truck fare under the autumn sky. Reserve your spot and review our dog-friendly rules at the link in our bio!

Oct. 29, 5-8 p.m.:
🎶 MUSIC: Guitarist-singer-songwriter @ryandesiatomusic is back to perform a mix of roots-folk, rock, and soul in the Courtyard
🍴 FOOD: @ikenaves1 and @garboslobster for savory treats; @dulcefridaatx for your sweet tooth
🍹 DRINK: Tito’s Hibiscus Spritz (for wildflower admirers 21+)

Thanks to @titosvodka for sponsoring this event!

📸 @alitexas

#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #TuesdayTwilights #ATXHappyHour
25% OFF! 🌿 It’s the final weekend of our Fall Native Plant Sale! Don’t miss your chance to grab flowers, trees, grasses, and more. We’re open Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. – but supplies are limited, so swing by before it’s all gone! 🌸

For the full plant list, visit the link in our bio.

#StayWild #NativePlantSale #WildflowerCenter
Be sure to keep an eye out for Monarchs on your next visit! Our Nectar Garden is buzzing with activity as these travelers stop by to fuel up on their journey south, gracing the gardens with an extra touch of magic. ✨

You can drop in to get a close-up look at this endangered species at our Power the Migration exhibit in the Little House. Visit the link in our bio for more ways you can support Monarchs in Texas and beyond.

📸: Bill J. Boyd

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #MonarchMigration
Have you visited this year’s Fortlandia exhibition yet? Come on by and let your inner explorer run wild this weekend!
 
Free with admission, we have a brand new lineup of eight unique forts to discover! Open daily through Feb 2 - tap the link in our bio to plan your visit! ⛺️

Forts pictured:
Shell Yeah! - @chioco_design, @austincustomcnc, @howdybuilt 
PYROSTRUCTURE - William Bonner + Kennedy Rauh
Harmony Habitat - @okkemdesign 
Honeycomb Hideout - @stgdesign 
Fort Fang - @ion_art_atx 
 
🎥 Julia Bennett

#Fortlandia #StayWild #WildflowerCenter #ATXThingsToDo
Brainsssss 🧟 They may look the part for Halloween, but these neon-green spheres are actually the fruit of the Osage orange (Maclura pomifera). It’s a sure sign of fall when they’re spotted on the ground, becoming a snack for deer, squirrels, and even livestock. Maclura pomifera has many nicknames—what do you call these spooky fruits?

As you celebrate tonight, stay safe and remember to leave no trace—let’s keep our natural spaces clean!

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #OsageOrange #NativePlants
Last night, we had the pleasure of celebrating our incredible volunteers! Many of our volunteers have been dedicated to our mission for decades and this annual appreciation event is a recognition of their individual and collective milestones. Volunteers make a huge impact by tending to our gardens, helping guests connect with nature, educating our community, and more. Over the last fiscal year, 762 volunteers dedicated an astounding 28,410 hours to the Wildflower Center! Your time, heart, and expertise are an invaluable part of our mission.

To learn more about what our volunteers do and how to get involved, visit wildflower.org/volunteer.
 
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #VolunteerAppreciation #CommunityImpact
For those whose festive mood starts as soon as November 1 hits, we have two upcoming classes taught by the wonderful @apattonfineart to help you get a jump start on your holiday gifts and greetings! Learn more and register today at the link in our bio.

🎨 Watercolor Workshop (Nov. 9, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.): Learn how to create beautiful seasonal scenes that make the perfect gift! This class is ideal for anyone interested in watercolors and botanical art. 

🎁 Holiday Cards with Alcohol Inks (Nov. 10, 1 - 3 p.m.): Sending out holiday cards this year? Discover how to use alcohol inks to express nature’s many wonders for your season's greetings!

Many Texas natives, including the Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria) pictured here, would look right at home on a holiday card! 

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #ATXArtist #AustinArtWorkshop
Check out these amazing costumes! Thanks to everyone who joined us for another unforgettable FRIGHTlandia! 🧙‍♀️🦸‍♂️ We had a blast seeing your creative attire and celebrating the spooky season together.
 
If you missed yesterday’s event, there’s still plenty of time to explore this year’s secret hideouts! Plan your visit at the link in our bio.
 
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #Frightlandia #Halloween
Only three more Tuesday Twilights left — and this week's event is a dog-friendly night with a Halloween twist! 🎃🐾 Dress up your furry friend (and yourself!) for a costume contest and enjoy an evening of live music, specialty cocktails, and food truck fare under the autumn sky. Reserve your spot and review our dog-friendly rules at the link in our bio!

Oct. 29, 5-8 p.m.:
🎶 MUSIC: Guitarist-singer-songwriter @ryandesiatomusic is back to perform a mix of roots-folk, rock, and soul in the Courtyard
🍴 FOOD: @ikenaves1 and @garboslobster for savory treats; @dulcefridaatx for your sweet tooth
🍹 DRINK: Tito’s Hibiscus Spritz (for wildflower admirers 21+)

Thanks to @titosvodka for sponsoring this event!

📸 @alitexas

#StayWild #WildflowerCenter #TuesdayTwilights #ATXHappyHour
25% OFF! 🌿 It’s the final weekend of our Fall Native Plant Sale! Don’t miss your chance to grab flowers, trees, grasses, and more. We’re open Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. – but supplies are limited, so swing by before it’s all gone! 🌸

For the full plant list, visit the link in our bio.

#StayWild #NativePlantSale #WildflowerCenter

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