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Blackberry Loves Bees

September 17, 2024
Blackberry Loves Bees

It's an important part of the Blackberry mission to celebrate and support the species that call our land home. Bees, and pollinators of all types, are vital to the success of our ecosystem, and we make conscious decisions in our planting and land practices to ensure they have an inviting home here, both at the Farm and the Mountain.

Check out the stories below to learn more about the bee program at Blackberry Farm, the honey we enjoy thanks to them, and how we support local pollinators.

A Special Blend - Read how Blackberry Farm bees create a blend of honey that captures the unique essence and diversity of the Farm.

Pollinator Wall - Learn about the Pollinator Wall in the Garden at Blackberry Farm and the species that make their home there.

Roasted Pears with Blackberry Farm Honey - Simple and the perfect balance of sweet and savory, try this as a light and delicious appetizer or dessert.

Wild on the Mountain - Read about the wildflower efforts at Blackberry Mountain and how they support the populations of native pollinators.

Spring Pea Salad with Crispy Pork Belly - This dish from Executive Chef Cassidee Dabney uses honey to create the mustard vinaigrette.

Learn more about life in the Garden on BlackberryFarm.com.