So what’s the big deal about milkweed these days? Milkweeds are the larval host plant for Monarch Butterflies, meaning that the caterpillars of Monarch Butterflies only feed on different species of milkweed plants. In recent years there have been a great decline in populations of Monarchs. In order to help increase the numbers of any… Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Hosting an offsite meeting is a great way to celebrate your team’s successes, review your monthly goals, and encourage team bonding. If you’re looking for a better way to extend the conversation about your business’s strategy, goals, and other tactics, consider hosting an offsite meeting. If you’ve never facilitated an offsite meeting, here are… Read more »
