Music at Summerseat Farm
Saturday, July 18, 2015 Gates open at 2 pm. Our summer concert at Summerseat Farm this year will feature two of our fine local bands, Franklin Square and the David Norris Band. Franklin Square is well known in the area for great music and for supporting local charitable events. The David Norris Band consists […]
13th Annual Plant Sale
Mark your calendars for the 13th Annual Summerseat Farm Annual Plant Sale! It is May 9, 2015 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., the day before Mother’s Day. It’s a day full of fun, color, meeting up with friends and neighbors, gorgeous plants, crafts, kids fun, food, education, petting zoo, manor house tours, farm area […]
Have Your Event Here!
The history, romance, and elegance of Summerseat Farm will be the perfect backdrop for your wedding or special event!Step back in time… Schedule an Appointment Download Our Facilities Rental Guide Book Located in rural St. Mary’s County, MD, Summerseat welcomes you along a quarter mile long, tree-lined driveway leading you away from the 21st century towards […]
Summerseat’s Gift
Summerseat’s Gift When visiting Summerseat, one will discover an unexpected surprise at the rear of the house as you roam toward the colorful gardens. Nestled in the back next to a peaceful gazebo, are the gardens of Summerseat. Planted by previous owners and very loosely based on English cottage gardens, there are six separate areas, […]
Give the Caterpillar a Break!
GIVE THE CATERPILLAR A BREAK! By Sandra J. Wildes Is there a man, woman or child who doesn’t love butterflies? Butterflies have been used to decorate both indoors and outdoors for many years. When you see those gorgeous colors go flitting by, one can’t help but stop and stare. The Black, Tiger, Giant, and Zebra […]
Sumac, Poisonous or Not?
A recent confusion at Summerseat Farm between Sumac and the poisonous variety of Sumac prompted me to do some research on these two native plants and share what I learned with you; since the cooler temperatures of fall are bringing out the vivid shades of red to maroon and gold of the Nonpoison Sumac and […]