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Celebrate the 3rd annual NYC Wildflower Week May 1-9, 2010 at free cultural events in all 5 boroughs! NYCWW connects New Yorkers to the nature in their own back yard with programs including children’s fairs, botanical walks, garden tours, planting opportunities, food events and more. Dozens of organizations will participate this year, giving New Yorkers a variety of ways to connect with and be inspired by their local environment. Get to know the nature near you!
Hosted by the Torrey Botanical Society.
Lectures and Learning Children's events
Why are native plants important? Join us for free lectures by experts in the botanical field at venues around the City.


 Lectures & Learning
 
Let your kids go wild – learning about native plants through fun events staged in all five boroughs!

lectures+learning Botanical Walks
Join us for activities at
WFW headquarters: the Native Plant Display Garden in Union Square Park. Pick up a free native wildflower on Sunday, May 3rd!
 
Walk on the wild side!
Let our guides introduce you to native plant life in local natural areas.
Edible natives   Garden Tours
Be a locavore! 
Taste dishes that feature edible wildflowers, fruits and roots at top NYC restaurants and learn about cooking with native ingredients.
 
Get inspired!
Explore ways to enrich your window, stoop, or yard by adding wildflowers.