Butterflies at Drumore Estate

After many years of attracting various butterfly species to Drumore, a garden specifically meant to attract and promote populations of butterflies and pollinators was planted in the spring of 2019.  Many native flowering plants were included as well as others known to be favorites of butterflies and pollinators.  The plants and flowers used seem to… Read more »

What Are Some Popular Wedding Snack Ideas?

Wedding receptions are a ton of fun, especially if you’re spending the entire night dancing and singing with your guests. Despite all the fun you’re having, late-night weddings can get tiring fast. To help keep your guests in the mood to celebrate all night long, surprise them with delicious treats towards the end of your… Read more »

Fantastic Foliage at Drumore Estate

When most people think of a beautiful garden they envision displays of colorful flowers.  Flowers in a wide range of hues offer lovely garden views, but some blooms are seasonal or last only a short time during the full garden season.  Many perennials and most flowering shrubs bloom for only a few weeks, and annuals… Read more »

How to Pick a Wedding Favor

Picking a wedding favor does not have to be a hard task. Some people put a lot of thought into what to give their guests, but it can be simple. The best ways to pick out a favor are listed below. Follow these guidelines, and we promise your favor will be a hit with all… Read more »

Butterfly and Pollinator Certified Gardens at Drumore Estate

Last year Drumore Estate was certified as both a Certified Butterfly Garden from the North American Butterfly Association and a Pollinator Friendly Garden from Penn State Extension Master Gardeners.  We are proud and excited to be helpful in thoughtfully growing plants and using cultural practices which are beneficial to these essential categories of insects. Most… Read more »