For the first time, Mt. Cuba Center is open in August. A stunning array of native wildflowers and grasses await visitors. Black-eyed Susans, Joe-Pye, and small wood sunflowers attract fluttering native pollinators – butterflies, bees, and the unusual hummingbird moth. Warm-season bloomers also flourish in an area designed to show home gardeners a display of easy-care native perennials — turtle heads, blue stars, asters and more. During Open Days, visitors can discover prehistoric plants that live in modern-day gardens. How did they survive for over three hundred million years? Docent-led excursions are included with admission. Open Days continue every Friday and Saturday through November 9, 2013. Hours are 10AM to 4PM. Admission is $6 for Adults, $4 for ages 6-16, Free for children 5 and under. No reservations are required. For more information, call 302-239-4244 or visit www.mtcubacenter.org. Mt. Cuba Center is located at 3120 Barley Mill Rd., in Hockessin, DE.
Mt. Cuba Center is committed to preserving the rich flora of the Appalachian Piedmont Region through horticulture, research, education and conservation. Visitors are welcome through November 10, 2013 during open strolling days and by reserved guided tours. Classes in native plants and naturalistic gardening, conservation and local habitats, and nature-inspired art are offered throughout the year.
For information, call 302-239-4244 or visit www.mtcubacenter.org.
