I’m traditionally a horrible gift-chooser and I know I have plenty of company in that department, so when I came across this display at Behnkes in Beltsville I thought – What a godsend! It’s a collection of not-too-expensive, unwrapped gifts…
Ever seen the Conservatory at the U.S. Botanic Gardens all dressed up and action-packed for the holidays? No?!? Then get yourself and your family, especially the kids, down there for the big show – on display from Thanksgiving Day through…
This year our Beltsville Christmas Shop is something NEW but very traditional – an old-fashioned ’50’s style farmhouse done up for Christmas. Rooms have been created and decorated t0 give customers ideas about how they can decorate their own homes…
Let’s say you just received a poinsettia as a gift, or bought a couple for decoration around the house, and you don’t know much about them. How should you take care of it? Or them. Temperature They are tropical plants,…
For many people, Christmas decorating is not complete without a beautiful poinsettia from Behnke Nurseries. Over the years, Behnke’s has literally sold millions of poinsettias, but, where did “wild” poinsettias come from in the first place? To trace the…
One of the pleasures of the transition from summer to fall to winter is that our greenhouses once again are chock full of blooming plants to make your home more . Although a lot of attention is lavished on the…
Is your garden a gold mine of holiday decorating possibilities? The traditional greens used in many wreaths, swags and other decorations, Fraser, Douglas and Balsam firs, may not grow well in this area, but many gardens have an abundance of…
I sat down with our tree expert to get the skinny on Behnke’s trees and greens, and how to take care of them. Fortunately he was plenty forthcoming with information.
If, like me, you avoid doing holiday handicrafts like the Grinch himself, listen up because help with your bows and wreaths is available in both Behnke’s locations. Here, for example, are Adrienne Neff (left) and Becky Beaver at the “Bows…
What are the keys to a long-lasting Christmas tree this season if you are planning on enjoying a cut tree instead of an artificial tree? Well, think of a Christmas tree as sort of a large cut flower. Different types…
The holidays are approaching, your spare time is consumed with shopping for gifts, and guests are expected this weekend. Sound familiar? Living plant arrangements create a welcoming atmosphere in any home, but choosing the right plants for the right places…
One of the pleasures of the transition from summer to fall to winter is that our greenhouses once again are chock full of blooming plants to make your home more cheerful. Although a lot of attention is lavished on the…