The native meadow at the Piedmont Memorial Overlook is in bloom!

Staff from PEC and Smithsonian’s Virginia Working Landscapes led a walk through the meadow and observed an incredible array of plants, pollinators, and birds that represent the ongoing success of PEC’s 12 years of restoration work at the property.

In 2012, PEC began an extensive restoration effort on the 16-acres of pasture land, first eliminating fescue and other non-native plants from the pasture, and then seeding native grasses and wildflowers. The property now serves as an active demonstration site for landowners who are interested in viewing habitat restoration practices. 

Wildflowers will keep blooming up at the overlook for the next month or so — it’s definitely worth a visit! The property can be accessed by the public via the Ambassador Whitehouse trail at Sky Meadows State Park or the Appalachian Trail. Head to https://pecva.org/overlook for more information about the property!