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Summer Film Series: Fly Away Home
Thursday, August 6
Summer Film Series: Ice Age
Thursday, August 13
Summer Film Series: Water Life
Tuesday, August 11
Ice Age Night
Friday, August 14
GARDEN VIEWS
An inside glimpse of the gardens from our Instagram feed
🌸 For a limited time, get $2,000 off new Sunday weddings in March & April 2027 when you book by September 1, 2026.
There’s something magical about saying “I do” in the spring. Surrounded by blooming native gardens, timeless architecture and unforgettable sunsets, the Wildflower Center provides a naturally beautiful backdrop for your wedding day.
🏆 Proudly voted Best Wedding Venue in the 2026 Austin Chronicle Best of Austin Awards.
Schedule your tour through the link in our bio.
Offer valid on new Sunday bookings for March & April. Subject to availability.
#ATXWeddings #AustinTX #2027Wedding
Aug 7
What`s blooming this week? Meet eryngo (Eryngium leavenworthii)!
One of our favorite late-summer wildflowers, eryngo puts on a spectacular show just when many other blooms begin to fade. It’s often mistaken for a thistle, but is actually a member of the carrot family.
Kyle’s here to share why this unique Texas native is worth a closer look, including its brilliant color, value for birds and ability to reseed itself for future seasons.
Don`t forget to plan your Tuesday and Thursday visits to cool off in our air-conditioned auditorium for the final two weeks of our Summer Film Series. It`s included with admission, making it an easy way to enjoy both the gardens and a movie in one visit.
What other late summer bloomers are your favorite? 🌿
Aug 5
Squeeze in one more summer memory before the school year begins. Join us for Ice Age Night at the Wildflower Center on Friday, Aug. 14, to experience Ice Age in the Wild after hours.
Wander among towering prehistoric mammals, enjoy free face painting and a prehistoric craft, dance the evening away in the Great Hall and grab dinner from @dulcefridaatx, @eatjabs or @thecorndogcoatx.
It’s also one last hurrah for Ice Age in the Wild before the exhibit closes on Aug. 15.
🎟 Tickets
• $15 for non-members (ages 3+)
• $10 for members (ages 3+)
Please note: The gardens will close at 3 p.m. and reopen at 6 p.m. for this event. Regular daytime admission does not include entry to Ice Age Night.
Get your tickets through the link in our bio - we’d love to see you there! 🦣
🎥 @ticomendoza
Aug 2
Good things come in pairs.
Today is the final day of our summer fundraising campaign, and your gift can go twice as far. Thanks to a generous last-minute challenge, every gift made today will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $20,000, through midnight tonight.
Help us make the most of the match and finish strong!
Give today: wildflower.org/donate
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild
Jul 31
Step inside the Little Discovery House and you’ll find a space designed for curious minds. Sketch the birds you spot outside the window. Take a closer look at tiny flowers through a microscope. Flip through nature books, explore what’s blooming in the gardens, or borrow a magnifier and add your latest discovery to our new i-Spy observation log.
If you’re visiting with kids, this is a stop you won’t want to miss. They can learn through play, make their own observations and see what other young explorers have discovered before them.
Next time you’re here, set aside a few extra minutes to wander inside!
Plan your visit: wildflower.org/visit
#ATXThingsToDo #AustinTX #NaturePlay
Jul 29
Poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) has been especially abundant this year thanks to all the rain, making it a great time to brush up on how to identify it.
You’ve probably heard “leaves of three, let it be,” but that rule isn’t always enough. Several common plants in Central Texas have three leaflets too.
In this video, Kyle Cheesborough, our Director of Gardens & Collections, walks through one of the most reliable ways to distinguish poison ivy from several common lookalikes, including agarita (Mahonia trifoliolata), dewberry (Rubus trivialis), cow itch vine (Cissus trifoliata), aromatic sumac (Rhus aromatica) and box elder (Acer negundo).
Be sure to save this video for the labeled comparison guide at the end - it may come in handy on your next hike or while working in the yard.
#PoisonIvy #CentralTexas #WildflowerCenter
Jul 27
Today’s dose of cuteness: two young fawns spotted in the Savanna Meadow. 🥹🦌
Jul 25
It`s amazing what can capture a child`s attention. Sometimes it`s a butterfly. Sometimes it`s a bird tucked into the trees. Sometimes it`s something so small most of us would walk right past.
We see moments like this every day at the Wildflower Center, and they`re a good reminder that caring for nature often starts with simply paying attention.
Your support helps make those moments possible while also advancing native plant conservation, research and education across Texas.
As we work toward our goal of raising $100,000 by July 31, we`d be grateful if you`d consider making a gift. Together, we can keep the Wildflower Center growing as a place where curiosity takes root and native landscapes thrive.
Donate through the link in our bio.
#AustinNonProfit #NativePlants
Jul 24
Our gardens and trails immerse you in a symphony of cicadas and bird song all through the summer!
Even in the heat of July, you’ll find blooming native plants, busy pollinators and other insects, shaded trails and something new to explore.
We’re open daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., with last entry at 2 p.m.! Plan your visit: wildflower.org/visit
#AustinTX #BotanicGarden
Jul 22
We’re honored to be included in today’s @nytimestravel article, “7 Gardens So Serene, You Won’t Believe They’re in the City.”
The story highlights what makes the Wildflower Center unique: nearly 900 species of native plants, research that supports healthier landscapes, and Ice Age in the Wild, our current outdoor exhibition featuring larger-than-life prehistoric mammals.
It’s an honor to be included alongside such wonderful botanical gardens from across the country, and even more meaningful to see native plants and the work to conserve them recognized on a national stage.
Read the article at the link in our bio.
Photos by @ticomendoza and the Wildflower Center
@nytimes #NativePlants #BotanicalGarden #AustinTX #TexasNativePlants
Jul 20
🌸 For a limited time, get $2,000 off new Sunday weddings in March & April 2027 when you book by September 1, 2026.
There’s something magical about saying “I do” in the spring. Surrounded by blooming native gardens, timeless architecture and unforgettable sunsets, the Wildflower Center provides a naturally beautiful backdrop for your wedding day.
🏆 Proudly voted Best Wedding Venue in the 2026 Austin Chronicle Best of Austin Awards.
Schedule your tour through the link in our bio.
Offer valid on new Sunday bookings for March & April. Subject to availability.
#ATXWeddings #AustinTX #2027Wedding
Aug 7
What`s blooming this week? Meet eryngo (Eryngium leavenworthii)!
One of our favorite late-summer wildflowers, eryngo puts on a spectacular show just when many other blooms begin to fade. It’s often mistaken for a thistle, but is actually a member of the carrot family.
Kyle’s here to share why this unique Texas native is worth a closer look, including its brilliant color, value for birds and ability to reseed itself for future seasons.
Don`t forget to plan your Tuesday and Thursday visits to cool off in our air-conditioned auditorium for the final two weeks of our Summer Film Series. It`s included with admission, making it an easy way to enjoy both the gardens and a movie in one visit.
What other late summer bloomers are your favorite? 🌿
Aug 5
Squeeze in one more summer memory before the school year begins. Join us for Ice Age Night at the Wildflower Center on Friday, Aug. 14, to experience Ice Age in the Wild after hours.
Wander among towering prehistoric mammals, enjoy free face painting and a prehistoric craft, dance the evening away in the Great Hall and grab dinner from @dulcefridaatx, @eatjabs or @thecorndogcoatx.
It’s also one last hurrah for Ice Age in the Wild before the exhibit closes on Aug. 15.
🎟 Tickets
• $15 for non-members (ages 3+)
• $10 for members (ages 3+)
Please note: The gardens will close at 3 p.m. and reopen at 6 p.m. for this event. Regular daytime admission does not include entry to Ice Age Night.
Get your tickets through the link in our bio - we’d love to see you there! 🦣
🎥 @ticomendoza
Aug 2
Good things come in pairs.
Today is the final day of our summer fundraising campaign, and your gift can go twice as far. Thanks to a generous last-minute challenge, every gift made today will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $20,000, through midnight tonight.
Help us make the most of the match and finish strong!
Give today: wildflower.org/donate
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild
Jul 31
Step inside the Little Discovery House and you’ll find a space designed for curious minds. Sketch the birds you spot outside the window. Take a closer look at tiny flowers through a microscope. Flip through nature books, explore what’s blooming in the gardens, or borrow a magnifier and add your latest discovery to our new i-Spy observation log.
If you’re visiting with kids, this is a stop you won’t want to miss. They can learn through play, make their own observations and see what other young explorers have discovered before them.
Next time you’re here, set aside a few extra minutes to wander inside!
Plan your visit: wildflower.org/visit
#ATXThingsToDo #AustinTX #NaturePlay
Jul 29
Poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) has been especially abundant this year thanks to all the rain, making it a great time to brush up on how to identify it.
You’ve probably heard “leaves of three, let it be,” but that rule isn’t always enough. Several common plants in Central Texas have three leaflets too.
In this video, Kyle Cheesborough, our Director of Gardens & Collections, walks through one of the most reliable ways to distinguish poison ivy from several common lookalikes, including agarita (Mahonia trifoliolata), dewberry (Rubus trivialis), cow itch vine (Cissus trifoliata), aromatic sumac (Rhus aromatica) and box elder (Acer negundo).
Be sure to save this video for the labeled comparison guide at the end - it may come in handy on your next hike or while working in the yard.
#PoisonIvy #CentralTexas #WildflowerCenter
Jul 27
Today’s dose of cuteness: two young fawns spotted in the Savanna Meadow. 🥹🦌
Jul 25
It`s amazing what can capture a child`s attention. Sometimes it`s a butterfly. Sometimes it`s a bird tucked into the trees. Sometimes it`s something so small most of us would walk right past.
We see moments like this every day at the Wildflower Center, and they`re a good reminder that caring for nature often starts with simply paying attention.
Your support helps make those moments possible while also advancing native plant conservation, research and education across Texas.
As we work toward our goal of raising $100,000 by July 31, we`d be grateful if you`d consider making a gift. Together, we can keep the Wildflower Center growing as a place where curiosity takes root and native landscapes thrive.
Donate through the link in our bio.
#AustinNonProfit #NativePlants
Jul 24
Our gardens and trails immerse you in a symphony of cicadas and bird song all through the summer!
Even in the heat of July, you’ll find blooming native plants, busy pollinators and other insects, shaded trails and something new to explore.
We’re open daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., with last entry at 2 p.m.! Plan your visit: wildflower.org/visit
#AustinTX #BotanicGarden
Jul 22
We’re honored to be included in today’s @nytimestravel article, “7 Gardens So Serene, You Won’t Believe They’re in the City.”
The story highlights what makes the Wildflower Center unique: nearly 900 species of native plants, research that supports healthier landscapes, and Ice Age in the Wild, our current outdoor exhibition featuring larger-than-life prehistoric mammals.
It’s an honor to be included alongside such wonderful botanical gardens from across the country, and even more meaningful to see native plants and the work to conserve them recognized on a national stage.
Read the article at the link in our bio.
Photos by @ticomendoza and the Wildflower Center
@nytimes #NativePlants #BotanicalGarden #AustinTX #TexasNativePlants
Jul 20
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