Spring Native Plant Sale

The Houston Arboretum presents the Spring Native Plant Sale Apr. 19-20, the largest one to date. The event is free.

The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center will host its annual Spring Native Plant Sale Apr. 19 and Apr. 20 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., the largest one to date. This year, the Arboretum is partnering with Houston Audubon and the Houston Parks & Recreation Department (HPARD) to offer even more native plants than in past years. Visitors can find almost 100 beautiful species of plants native to the region, many of which will attract birds, butterflies, bees and other pollinators.

As usual, the Plant Sale will include native grasses, flowers (including milkweed), shrubs and trees – perfect for your yard or garden. All flowers, trees, and shrubs were either grown by a participating organization or sourced from local growers. Prices are as follows: $4.50 – 4 inches; $9 – 1 gallon; $12 – Milkweed and $30 – 3 to 5 gallons. Proceeds from the sale benefit the Arboretum, Houston Audubon and HPARD.

Additionally, guests are invited to wrap up day one of the Plant Sale by enjoying an adult beverage at the Plants & Pints Happy Hour. From 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. on Apr. 19, sip on Saint Arnold brews as you plan your spring garden and pick out your plants. If you are an Arboretum member, or become one that day, the first beer is free.

Some of the plants offered this year include Green Milkweed, Oakleaf Hydrangea, Blue Mistflower, Frogfruit, Loblolly Pine, Spotted Beebalm, Little Bluestem, and American Beautyberry. A full list of plants will be available online the week before the sale.