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Mexican free-tailed bats in flight near Braken Cave. PHOTO Adam Barbe

Bats 101

Saturday, June 28

Mom and child at Sprouts

Sprouts

Wednesday, June 25

A parent and child walking on a path bordered by wildflowers and native grasses, a pink and orange sunset in the background.

Teen Wellness Workshop

Friday, July 11

FIND A PLANT

Discover the Native Plants of North America


GARDEN VIEWS

An inside glimpse of the gardens from our Instagram feed

🌿 Summer’s settling in right now in the gardens!
 
🎥 Take a stroll with us and see a glimpse of what’s blooming and buzzing at the Center.
 
Check our volunteer-updated list for the latest (link in our bio!): https://www.wildflower.org/whatsinseason/
 
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #TexasNativePlants #NativePlants
🦖 Happy Father’s Day to the dino-mite dads out there — the piggyback pros, fort builders, snack carriers, and question-answerers who make outdoor adventures even better.
 
Looking for a way to celebrate? Come make some larger-than-life memories at Dinos in the Wild! Summer hours are in effect, which means we’re open early — from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. — so you can beat the heat, get your dino fix, and still be home in time for that well-earned afternoon nap.
 
Plan your visit: wildflower.org/visit

📷 @ticomendoza 
 
#FathersDay #DinosInTheWild #WildflowerCenter #StayWild
It may not always turn heads like a wildflower, but Sideoats Grama (Bouteloua curtipendula) is Texas royalty — it’s our official state grass, after all.
 
This native bunchgrass gets its name from the way its oat-like seeds dangle off just one side of the stem. And when it blooms, look closely — you’ll catch flashes of orange and purple in the tiny flowers.
 
Beyond good looks, it’s got serious range. Sideoats helps hold soil in place, supports pollinators, and serves as food for wildlife. It’s a larval host plant for several skipper butterflies, which means it’s quietly doing the kind of behind-the-scenes work that keeps a prairie healthy.
 
See if you can spot it out on our trails: wildflower.org/visit
 
📸: Michael Caballero
 
#TexasNativePlants #SideoatsGrama #NativeGrass #WildflowerCenter #StayWild
Small but mighty. This sleek Cretaceous predator had a razor-sharp claw on each foot, lightning reflexes, and the instincts of a pack hunter. Deinonychus didn’t just chase prey, it outsmarted it. Fossils suggest they had relatively large brains for their body size!
 
Catch this sharp-toed star at the Wildflower Center now through Aug. 17 (if you dare).
 
Plan your visit: wildflower.org/dinosaurs
 
#WildflowerCenter #DinosInTheWild #StayWild #Deinonychus #Dinosaurs
Spotted yesterday near the entrance pond by our friend Bill Boyd — say hello to the Polyphemus moth (Antheraea polyphemus), one of North America’s giant silk moths. With a wingspan of up to 6 inches and bold, purplish eyespots on its hindwings, this tan beauty is named after the one-eyed cyclops from Greek myth. The spots are more than just striking, they’re a defense mechanism, flashing suddenly to startle predators.

Fun fact: Its caterpillar can eat 86,000 times its own weight in just under two months! These moths are found throughout much of Canada and the U.S., and their larvae feed on a wide variety of host plants.

📷 Bill J. Boyd

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #SilkMoths
New this summer: Teen Wellness Workshop 🌿🧘‍♂️ Need a way for the teen in your life to reset and recharge? On July 11, we’re teaming up with @atxyogagirl Cynthia Bernard, whose family yoga and retreat classes have long been a favorite at the Wildflower Center, for a half-day experience focused on mindfulness, movement, and creativity.

✨ Flow through yoga and gentle breathwork
✨ Practice calming techniques and affirmations
✨ Explore nature through journaling and quiet reflection

It’s a chance to slow down, connect, and be fully present—away from screens and summer stress.

🔗 Space is limited — register at the link in bio!

For teens only. Led by trained facilitators and held in accordance with UT Austin’s Youth Protection guidelines.

📷 Theresa DiMenno 

#ATXYogaGirl #YogaRetreat #WildflowerCenter #YogaInNature #AustinEvents
Something to make you say WOW!

We’ve loved seeing your reactions to Dinos in the Wild! 🦖🤯 These prehistoric giants are roaming our gardens, surprising visitors young and old. Whether it’s your first time or your fourth, come have your own adventure before they disappear on August 17.

☀️ Summer hours: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. (last entry 2 p.m.)
🦖 Included with general admission, free for members

Plan your visit: wildflower.org/dinosaurs

🎥 Henry Kellison

#DinosInTheWild #WildflowerCenter #FamilyFunAustin #AustinWithKids #Dinosaurs #StayWild
“How’d you find me?” 🦉 Look who was spotted in the Arboretum this morning! 🌳

Thanks to everyone who’s been keeping a respectful distance and quietly enjoying these special sightings. It’s still such a treat watching Athena’s owlets grow. 

📷 Bill J. Boyd

#WildflowerCenter #GreatHornedOwl #AustinWildlife #Birding #StayWild
🌿 Summer’s settling in right now in the gardens!
 
🎥 Take a stroll with us and see a glimpse of what’s blooming and buzzing at the Center.
 
Check our volunteer-updated list for the latest (link in our bio!): https://www.wildflower.org/whatsinseason/
 
#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #TexasNativePlants #NativePlants
🦖 Happy Father’s Day to the dino-mite dads out there — the piggyback pros, fort builders, snack carriers, and question-answerers who make outdoor adventures even better.
 
Looking for a way to celebrate? Come make some larger-than-life memories at Dinos in the Wild! Summer hours are in effect, which means we’re open early — from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. — so you can beat the heat, get your dino fix, and still be home in time for that well-earned afternoon nap.
 
Plan your visit: wildflower.org/visit

📷 @ticomendoza 
 
#FathersDay #DinosInTheWild #WildflowerCenter #StayWild
It may not always turn heads like a wildflower, but Sideoats Grama (Bouteloua curtipendula) is Texas royalty — it’s our official state grass, after all.
 
This native bunchgrass gets its name from the way its oat-like seeds dangle off just one side of the stem. And when it blooms, look closely — you’ll catch flashes of orange and purple in the tiny flowers.
 
Beyond good looks, it’s got serious range. Sideoats helps hold soil in place, supports pollinators, and serves as food for wildlife. It’s a larval host plant for several skipper butterflies, which means it’s quietly doing the kind of behind-the-scenes work that keeps a prairie healthy.
 
See if you can spot it out on our trails: wildflower.org/visit
 
📸: Michael Caballero
 
#TexasNativePlants #SideoatsGrama #NativeGrass #WildflowerCenter #StayWild
Small but mighty. This sleek Cretaceous predator had a razor-sharp claw on each foot, lightning reflexes, and the instincts of a pack hunter. Deinonychus didn’t just chase prey, it outsmarted it. Fossils suggest they had relatively large brains for their body size!
 
Catch this sharp-toed star at the Wildflower Center now through Aug. 17 (if you dare).
 
Plan your visit: wildflower.org/dinosaurs
 
#WildflowerCenter #DinosInTheWild #StayWild #Deinonychus #Dinosaurs
Spotted yesterday near the entrance pond by our friend Bill Boyd — say hello to the Polyphemus moth (Antheraea polyphemus), one of North America’s giant silk moths. With a wingspan of up to 6 inches and bold, purplish eyespots on its hindwings, this tan beauty is named after the one-eyed cyclops from Greek myth. The spots are more than just striking, they’re a defense mechanism, flashing suddenly to startle predators.

Fun fact: Its caterpillar can eat 86,000 times its own weight in just under two months! These moths are found throughout much of Canada and the U.S., and their larvae feed on a wide variety of host plants.

📷 Bill J. Boyd

#WildflowerCenter #StayWild #SilkMoths
New this summer: Teen Wellness Workshop 🌿🧘‍♂️ Need a way for the teen in your life to reset and recharge? On July 11, we’re teaming up with @atxyogagirl Cynthia Bernard, whose family yoga and retreat classes have long been a favorite at the Wildflower Center, for a half-day experience focused on mindfulness, movement, and creativity.

✨ Flow through yoga and gentle breathwork
✨ Practice calming techniques and affirmations
✨ Explore nature through journaling and quiet reflection

It’s a chance to slow down, connect, and be fully present—away from screens and summer stress.

🔗 Space is limited — register at the link in bio!

For teens only. Led by trained facilitators and held in accordance with UT Austin’s Youth Protection guidelines.

📷 Theresa DiMenno 

#ATXYogaGirl #YogaRetreat #WildflowerCenter #YogaInNature #AustinEvents
Something to make you say WOW!

We’ve loved seeing your reactions to Dinos in the Wild! 🦖🤯 These prehistoric giants are roaming our gardens, surprising visitors young and old. Whether it’s your first time or your fourth, come have your own adventure before they disappear on August 17.

☀️ Summer hours: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. (last entry 2 p.m.)
🦖 Included with general admission, free for members

Plan your visit: wildflower.org/dinosaurs

🎥 Henry Kellison

#DinosInTheWild #WildflowerCenter #FamilyFunAustin #AustinWithKids #Dinosaurs #StayWild
“How’d you find me?” 🦉 Look who was spotted in the Arboretum this morning! 🌳

Thanks to everyone who’s been keeping a respectful distance and quietly enjoying these special sightings. It’s still such a treat watching Athena’s owlets grow. 

📷 Bill J. Boyd

#WildflowerCenter #GreatHornedOwl #AustinWildlife #Birding #StayWild

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Take It Outside

The benefits of hands-on, high-touch outdoor education

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