All About Summersweet
This easy-going, underused native shrub deserves more attention. Learn what makes this sweet-smelling shrub so special.
Attracting Wildlife with Water Features
Water features provide us refreshing sounds, visual interest and the opportunity to grow different plants, but for wildlife they provide much more. From a simple birdbath to a pond with a waterfall, learn what you can do for wildlife and your senses alike.
The Good Old Days
Times change, but a few things remain constant. Behnke’s, for instance. And, according to Stephanie, the joys of owning a pet chicken. Read as she shares some of her mother’s (Sonja Behnke Festerling’s) memories of owning a pet chicken while growing up on the nursery.
All About Hickory Trees
Hickories always light up the autumn woods in golden yellow and take our demanding weather in stride. A tree planted today should last for many human generations and provide for a multitude of wild animal generations alike.
Works of Enduring Excellence
Evelyn discusses how we define “classic” and “beautiful” and how these definitions relate to everyday objects and her own floral designs.
Tips for Planting in Summer
As the middle of Summer limps lethargically to back-to-school season, we thought we’d talk a bit about summer planting. Is a plant better in a pot or in the ground? Or, as we are often asked this time of the year: “Should I plant it now, or should I wait?”
We Beat the Heat: 7 Summer Loving Annuals
It’s hot out there! Though some annuals may be taking it hard, these seven heat and drought tolerant annuals are thriving!
How To Clean Out Your Basement
It can be hard to find the time to check off items on your to do list. Stephanie just took a week-long “vacation” to clean her basement and she’s glad she did. Read about how she got it done.
Pollinator Garden at Behnke’s is One Year Old
Behnke’s has a number of demonstration gardens. One of the most recent additions is the Pollinator Garden, still going strong and growing robustly after one year. Click through to learn about the some of the plants in it and come by the store to see them in person.
Getting Paid to Save the Bay
Want to create an eco-friendly garden that helps keep the Chesapeake free from pollution…and have it paid for by your county? Behnke’s has seven examples of stormwater runoff projects eligible for rebates from Prince George’s County, including a 70ft long rain garden!
All About Crape Myrtles
Crape myrtles are used often in the sunny landscape for good reason: they offer multi-season interest, not to mention riotous summer color. Click through to read about different varieties and how to care for them.
4 Oak Trees for Every Landscape
Oak trees are one of the most well-loved shade trees, perfect for the heat of summer. Best of all, with so many species, there’s one for any landscape. Read on for 4 lesser known favorites of ours.