Experts at the Lady Bird Wildflower Center in Austin are finding it difficult to predict this year’s wildflower bloom due to ongoing droughts and climate changes across the state of Texas. The horticulture director, Andrea DeLong-Amaya, explained that regions with higher precipitation may see stronger blooms, while drier areas might not be as fortunate.
Despite the challenges, the Wildflower Center’s forecast suggests that late spring and summer flowers could thrive if early-blooming plants are sparse, especially if spring brings wetter weather. Horticulturists and volunteers work year-round to cultivate and maximize native Texas flowering, ensuring a robust floral experience for visitors to the Hill Country this spring.
The center also announced Gregg’s mistflower as the Wildflower of the Year for 2025, highlighting its adaptability and ability to attract Queen butterflies. Attractions like the Dallas Arboretum and Fort Worth Botanical Garden in North Texas offer additional opportunities to see native wildlife, including the championed mistflower.
For more information on this year’s wildflower season and to plan a visit to see the blooms in person, interested individuals can visit the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center’s website. With fluctuating weather conditions influencing the bloom, there may be surprises in store for wildflower enthusiasts across the state.
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