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Join Today COMING SOON - MAY 17 EVENTSCLASSES Join us for one of our exciting classes, programs or events Lady Bird Day Saturday, May 11 Native Fruit Trees Saturday, June 1 Mother's Day Sunday, May 12 Nature Nights Thursday, June 6 May 12 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Herbal ScrubsOils with Native Plants May 13 10:30 am - 11:15 am Recurring Yoga FIT May 15 10:00 am - 11:00 am Recurring Sprouts May 17 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm MEMBERS ONLY: Dig Into Dinos May 18 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring Drop-inDiscover View Calendar All Events FIND A PLANT Discover the Native Plants of North America Search GARDEN VIEWS An inside glimpse of the gardens from our Instagram feed Join Wildflower Center Executive Director Lee Clippard as he takes you through our nature trails to point out some of his favorite seasonal blooms! ? To appreciate all of these unique native plants for yourself this weekend, visit the link in our bio to check out the details for today’s Lady Bird Day and tomorrow’s Mother’s Day celebrations - reservations accepted, walkups welcome on a first-come, first-served basis! #WildflowerCenter #StayWild #MothersDay May 11 Open As the Wildflower Center goes prehistoric in preparation for the Dinosaurs Around the World exhibit, we`re excited to highlight one of the plants in our garden that really takes us back to the Age of Reptiles. Horsetail (Equisetum hyemale) has been around for 350 million years. It was much taller in the time of dinosaurs – approximately 20 feet! ? Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors opens on May 17th and runs through July 17th. Step into the past on a journey across continents and encounter 10 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs as they inhabit our grounds - there`s plenty to learn and nothing to fear from these fascinating creatures! ?: Lee Page #WildflowerCenter #StayWild #Dinosaurs May 10 Open The newest arrivals to the Wildflower Center family are growing up fast! These cute owlets hatched in early April and are now - quite literally - spreading their wings. The owlets spend around 6 to 7 weeks in their cozy nest before taking their first flight. Once they`re out, it`s time for some serious owl training - hunting lessons and flying practice under the watchful eyes of their wise parents (who are usually stationed nearby). By July or August, these fledglings will be ready to soar into the world on their own, thanks to the guidance of Athena and her teachings. Stay up to date on their progress by visiting the link in our bio, where you can watch @cornellbirdcams live feed of the nest, learn owl facts, and more!? ?: Bubo virginianus owlets, photo by Bill J. Boyd #WildflowerCenter #StayWild May 9 Open With a sea of blooms at the Wildflower Center right now, lots of pollinators are here for the buffet! This photo of a male black-chinned hummingbird feeding on a red yucca was taken by our volunteer photographer, Bill Boyd. These fast-flying birds love red flowers, like flame acanthus (Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii), red buckeye (Aesculus pavia) and trumpet vine (Campsis radicans). To help protect the black-chinned hummingbird (Archilochus alexandri) and other endangered species, you can either click the link in our profile or visit wildflower.org/adopt before May 14th. By doing so, you can symbolically adopt these pollinators! Each adoption package includes a kit that can be easily emailed and printed, containing three weekly activity sheets and a certificate of completion. We extend our gratitude to everyone who has already adopted pollinators, as your support is vital for maintaining the vibrancy of our gardens. ?: Bill J. Boyd #StayWild #WildflowerCenter May 8 Open Join us at the Wildflower Center for Lady Bird Day on May 11th, honoring our founder`s incredible environmental legacy in Texas and beyond! Experience the premiere of the mesmerizing Ladybird Suite, a site-specific musical composition that examines the environmental work of Lady Bird Johnson as well as the artistic contributions of trail-musicians Alice Coltrane and Pauline Oliveros. Plus, get creative with special classes, check out her classic recipes, and discover more about her story! Learn more at the link in our bio. ? #LadyBirdDay #WildflowerCenter #StayWild May 7 Open Embrace the vibrant hues of National Wildflower Week! ?? This annual celebration not only highlights the stunning diversity of wildflowers but also underscores their crucial role in supporting ecosystems and pollinators. Join us at the Wildflower Center botanical garden as we honor these unsung heroes of nature with a musical touch - Tuesday Twilights returns tomorrow, May 7th! From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., you and your loved ones of all ages can appreciate the wide variety of seasonal blooms to the tune of some samba, bossa nova, and other Brazilian music styles! Here’s just a sample of the fun planned for this event: MUSIC: Susanna Sharpe Trio FOOD: @craigosfoodtruck @ikenaves1 and @dulcefridaatx DRINK: Tito’s Agua Fresca! Thank you to our Tuesday Twilights sponsor @titosvodka ! #WildflowerCenter #StayWild #TuesdayTwilights May 6 Open This Mother`s Day, honor the ones that have helped you grow at the Wildflower Center! ? Celebrate the mothers in your life (and Mother Nature!) with us on Sunday, May 12, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy specialty cocktails, order–ahead charcuterie picnic boxes from @spreadandco, performances by @austinsymphonyorchestra’s string quartet and @ryandesiatomusic, and much more while relaxing among the blooming wildflowers of our botanical gardens. This celebration is on, rain or shine, so plan your weekend now - spots will start filling up fast! To reserve your space or to order a picnic box, visit the link in our bio! ?: @alitexas #MothersDay #WildflowerCenter #StayWild May 5 Open Plant memories at our MommyMe Gardening Hour on May 11 from 10-11 a.m.! Perfect for moms and kids (18 months to 5 years), this session offers a chance to learn basic gardening techniques, weed identification, transplanting and child-friendly plant knowledge together. Each pair will receive one terracotta pot and a plant to start their gardening journey! Spaces are limited, so secure your spot quickly. Tap the link in our bio for a morning filled with green thumbs and giggles! #StayWild #WildflowerCenter May 4 Open Grow your green thumb at our Container Gardening Workshop on May 11 from 9-11 a.m.! ? Create a portable native plant paradise on your patio, balcony, or in your yard with this hands-on workshop. Learn how to identify native plants that do well in containers and get tips for transplanting and keeping your flora healthy. Space is limited and registration is required; plants and materials included! Container gardening workshops are very popular at the Wildflower Center and tend to sell out quickly, so don`t delay and register today by visiting the link in our bio. ?: Patrick Newman photographed by Brian Birzer #StayWIld #WildflowerCenter May 3 Open Join us for "Birds in the Landscape" on May 9 from 8-10 a.m.! Explore our gardens with Travis Audubon birders and our horticulturists. Your guides will help identify both native and migratory birds and the native plants they rely on for food and shelter. Bring...