

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Intro to Southern Appalachian Wildflowers
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: Discover the hidden gems blooming in our mountains!

The wildflowers of Southern Appalachia are often nature’s earliest artists, painting the forest floor with color and life starting as early as February. From delicate Trout Lilies emerging through leaf litter to the enchanting Yellow Lady’s Slipper hiding in mountain coves, these blooms tell a quiet story of beauty and resilience unique to our mountains. Join Adam Bigelow—The Joyful Botanist—for a captivating journey through the region’s most beloved wildflowers.

What You’ll Learn:

Iconic Species: Meet the signature wildflowers of Southern Appalachia, from spring ephemerals to summer bloomers, and learn what makes each one special.
Seasonal Bloom Times: Understand when different species emerge and how to plan your own wildflower adventures throughout the year.
Habitat &amp; Ecology: Discover where these plants thrive and their vital roles in mountain ecosystems.
Identification Tips: Learn key features to help you confidently identify wildflowers in the field.
Conservation &amp; Appreciation: Understand the importance of protecting these native treasures and how to enjoy them responsibly.
This presentation-style class, held in our comfortable Pavilion, features a stunning slideshow of wildflowers in their natural habitats. Whether you’re a beginner naturalist, avid hiker, or simply someone who wants to know the names of those beautiful blooms you pass on the trail, this class will deepen your connection to the natural world around you.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/franklin/intro-to-southern-appalachian-wildflowers/200029413651442
- **Event Categories**: workshops, art, trips-adventures, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 204

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://windingstairfarm.com/nursery/events/wildflowers/?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=franklin-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Franklin
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 57 Saunders Rd, Franklin, NC, United States, North Carolina 28734
- **lat**: 35.17651
- **long**: -83.34276
- **full address**: 57 Saunders Rd, Franklin, NC, United States, North Carolina 28734

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Winding Stair Farm & Nursery (https://allevents.in/org/winding-stair-farm-and-nursery/17128749)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 57 Saunders Rd, Franklin, NC, United States, North Carolina 28734
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Winding Stair Farm & Nursery
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops, art, trips-adventures, fine-arts
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Intro to Southern Appalachian Wildflowers ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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