Picking The Perfect Christmas Tree
“This one! No, this one. How about this one Mommy? I think this one is beautiful!” So it went last Saturday when my grandson Aaron and his parents came to the garden center to pick out their Christmas tree.
You Can’t Always Get What You Want…
Our wandering horticulturist, Larry Hurley, is finding out that gardening in paradise isn’t always easy. On the small Caribbean island of Montserrat, where his family owns a house, beautiful sunsets may be easy to come by, but potting soil? Not so much.
Behnke’s & the Beltsville Small White Turkey
Did you know that Beltsville has its own breed of turkey? Just in time for Thanksgiving, read all about this small, local turkey that was once raised at Behnke’s!
Jessica’s Garden: Homegrown Veggies Still Going Strong
Take a peek at Jessica’s fall edible garden; she’s still harvesting veggies and even tender herbs for meals!
Albert Behnke’s Cadillacs
Albert Behnke, founder of Behnke Nurseries, loved many things: his family, his friends, his company and…his Cadillacs. Delve into Behnke history with these recollections of his love affair with these special cars.
Jessica’s Garden: Keeping Busy with Homemade Gifts
Even at 38-weeks pregnant, Behnke’s blogger, Jessica, is constantly on the move. Check out her handmade gifts for the upcoming holiday season and try out her recipe for a Lemongrass Tea Blend.
A Time of Traditions at Behnkes
They say that life is all about change but there is something about about tradition. Each year we have our 4 seasons. We all know them–Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. At Behnke’s, we also have a 5th season called “Thanksgiving/Christmas.”…
Deer Explosion
We’ve had a bumper crop of acorns this year, meaning there’s a good chance we’ll have a bumper crop of deer next year. Learn why and how to keep those deer from destroying your garden.
5 Surprisingly Simple Home Decorating Tips
Learn how to be a style maker in your own home! Evelyn discusses how you can apply lessons from the past to your own home decor.
Take a Hike Locust Grove Nature Center
Nature can be both calming and invigorating. Behnke’s blogger, Emily Stashower felt its powerful effects on a recent trip to Locust Grove Nature Center on a sunny fall day.
This Old House
Have you ever wondered about the brick house at Behnke’s? Read about its history and the many employees who have called it “Home.”
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
With holiday season fast approaching, we’re getting ready for poinsettias! Read about some of the unique novelty varieties we will carry, perfect for both Thanksgiving and Christmas.