National Wildflower WeekÂ
The opportunities for enjoying and celebrating National Wildflower Week are probably as vast and fascinating as the number of wildflower species there are in the world.
And since there are at least 20,000 species of wildflowers in the US alone, that’s definitely a lot to celebrate!
How to Celebrate National Wildflower Week
Check out a few of these ideas and plans to get the whole family excited about participating:
Plant Some Wildflowers
Those who live in Texas, where this event originated, or other southern parts of the US can start their wildflower adventures early, while others in more northern parts might need to postpone a bit until the weather warms.
Locally sourced wildflowers seeds can be mixed with sand, sown, compressed into the soil and then watered. Left uncovered, these delightful little flowers will bloom within a few weeks of germination.
Plant Wildflower Seed Paper
Plant wildflowers by using special seed paper that can be planted straight into the ground or into a pot. This is an easy way to plant and also sustainable, as it uses eco-friendly, compostable paper waste as a way to hold the seeds.
Learn Why Wildflowers Are Important
More than just being pretty, wildflowers are actually vital to natural native areas. Not only do they provide habitats for creatures and wildlife, but they also play an important role in making the ecosystem a healthy environment for everyone involved.
Make Crafts from Wildflowers
Wildflowers are an excellent resource for creating beautiful pieces of artwork or crafts for adults and children alike. Choose some wildflowers from a personal garden that can be pressed and dried. Or try making prints of wildflowers by rolling ink over them and pressing them.
Play Wildflower Bingo
Diehard wildflower fans, or those who are just learning to identify them, can participate in National Wildflower Week by creating a Bingo card with various local wildflowers and then marking off the ones that are found.
Check out information from the US Forest Service’s Wildflower Viewing Area locator for help in knowing where to look for them!
Write a Wildflower Week Poem
Feeling inspired by the beauty and spontaneity of wildflowers and their place in nature? Grab a pencil and some paper and write down some thoughts or phrases that could be formed into an Ode to Wildflowers.
Or, make it a haiku by writing three lines, with five syllables in the first and third lines and seven syllables in the middle line.
Keep the poem for personal joy or share it on social media to create a buzz around National Wildflower Week!
History of National Wildflower Week
The inaugural celebration of National Wildflower Week took place in 1987 when it was started by The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin, Texas. The event was founded with the purpose of promoting the beauty of wildflowers while reminding everyone of the importance of these native plants all across the United States.
The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center has continued to sponsor the event as it has grown over the years. The organization sponsors different activities throughout the week and partners with various other groups to host drop ins, wildflower tours, discovery events and much more.
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