The Year Of The Cicada
The Year Of The Big Cicada I have to say I have been looking forward to the return of the big cicada emergence in our area in late spring (2021). I know. Lots of big insects flying around making noise,…
A Visit To Snell’s Greenhouses Garden Center
Stephanie writes about visiting Snell’s Greenhouses in Carroll County, Maryland, this week. Going to a local independent garden center is always a lot of fun, especially when your granddaughter asks to go for her birthday.
First You Edge, Then You Mulch, And Mulch Some More!
March is time to do some Spring yard work which includes edging and mulching. Stephanie explains how she decided to help this year.
What To Expect In Early Spring At Your Garden Center
Early March is a wonderful time to check out your local independent garden center. Print out our March Gardening Checklist this Spring.
Time To Get In Shape For Your Garden Workout
Stephanie shares information about how she has been getting ready for Spring Gardening. With her son-in-law’s company RECHARGE MOVE now streaming online she is able to get in her daily exercises. Those weeds do not stand a chance! The added bonus is she will be able to get down on the floor and play with her grandchildren.
The Happy Wanderer ~ Memories With Rose Behnke
Stephanie shares memories of walks with her grandmother, Rose Behnke, in Burtonsville, Maryland as a little girl.
Feed the birds, Tuppence a Bag
Feed the birds! Winter, especially it is important to feed your back yard friends. A bird feeder or two maybe even three will make the birds very happy and the bonus is you will be able to watch them from the compfort of your own home. Or tent as some people do.
Women Do Not Want Chocolates (said no one ever)
Gift Ideas for Valentine’s Day besides a box of chocolate. Take a trip to your local independent garden center to check out all the different ways to say, “I love you!” With plants, of course!
Beltsville’s Dawnrose History
If these walls could talk, what a story they would tell. Last year I wrote an article, These Old Walls, about finding some long-ago photos behind some office walls in a building we called DawnRose. This article will touch on the history of this building and the man behind it before Behnke Nurseries purchased it. Enjoy!
What Are The Benefits Of Hiring A Professional Landscaper
Talking to my two favorite guys, Pete and Walter, owners of Zabrene Scapes Landscaping, the other day. They are ready for Spring, and I hope that you are too!
The Beginning Of Our Spring Vegetable Garden
I have been spending a lot of time looking at all the different early vegetable seeds for our Spring garden these past few days. I think I am more of a dreamer than an actual doer.