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 In the process of cleaning up our Potomac location for the move back to Beltsville, we were faced with the challenge of what to do with ALL THOSE PALLETS... We are always up for reusing anything and everything we find, but there were just so many pallets that we decided after having a few people say,'can you save me one or two' to just put a sign out front of our Potomac location,
FREE PALLETS: YOU HAUL!
In the past we have made benches, walls, signs and so much more out of them, with each project more creative then the last. I thought it would be fun to see just what else one could make with these big hunks of wood. Off to Pinterest I went, and I saw so many unique ideas I just had to share with everyone. Who would have thought that one could make so many things? From vertical walls to potting benches, to swings and furniture there is something for everyone. Just click on what you like and off you go to the site with simple instructions. I found this simple idea pictured here that I think even I can handle. Just some paint and hooks and I should be okay.. Now to just decide where to put it... I even found a site on how to check your pallet to make sure it is safe for what you want to use it for. For example, if you're making something to store food or dry herbs on, this would be very important. So be informed and have fun. Click here to see our Pallets and More Pallets on our Pinterest board and enjoy.
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Hydrangeas: True Blue or Tickled Pink? ~ESPOMA
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Reblooming Hydrangea 25% OFF
Beltsville location only!
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There are very few plants that you, the gardener, can actually choose the color that you want them to be in your garden. Hydrangeas happen to be one of them. (Ye olde Behnke -- E-newsletter horticultural editor can't think of any others, by the way. If you know of any, email us at behnkes@behnkes.net) With some simple amendments to your soil, you can choose between making the blooms blue or pink. And while it doesn't happen overnight, the magical blooms are well worth the wait!
The most important thing that influences the color of hydrangeas is soil pH-that's the level of soil acidity. That means you may want to start with a soil test. You can either get a soil test kit from Behnke's, or you we can give you a kit to mail a soil sample in to the University of Delaware.
In general, more acidity makes hydrangeas turn blue, less acidity (or more alkaline soil) promotes pink-that is, unless we're talking about white hydrangeas, which alas, are limited to white.
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Consider container gardening for hydrangeas as an easier way to control soil pH. Some of the newer varieties of hydrangeas feature huge flowers on compact plants which are ideal for containers.
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Feeding hydrangeas well results in healthier plants with more saturated color. Espoma Holly-tone is an excellent choice for blue hydrangeas since it contains sulfur to lower pH. Espoma Plant-tone is ideal for feeding pink hydrangeas since it does not contain the additional sulfur.
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Water hydrangeas steadily, especially in the hottest part of the summer to keep them from wilting. Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture.
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Hydrangea color can be affected by lime leaching out of concrete walkways or patios nearby, making blue a real challenge. Keep this in mind when considering where to plant.
- A word of caution: not all plants like acidic soil. Be careful about what's growing near your hydrangeas.
- One more tip from Behnke's: if your hydrangeas are in an in-between color--say a mauve or taupe or purple that you don't care for--then lowering the pH will get a nice true blue, or raising the pH will give a clear pink.
We hope this information about hydrangeas serves you well. Yes, changing soil pH takes a little time and effort, but the satisfaction it delivers will add beautiful color and variety to your hydrangeas -and your garden! ~ ESPOMA
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Behnke Garden Club Special: Ornamental Grasses & Sedges 25% off!
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in the Perennial Department
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Vertical color, terrific texture, and decorative seed heads make hardy ornamental grasses very popular in gardens and containers. Available in many sizes to suit borders as well as backgrounds,they are both easy to care for and reliable. Plus, deer are NOT fond of them.
Choose from native grasses, like Panicum and Little Bluestem. The sedges--Carex--are great for the shade. Some take wet soil, others are great evergreen ground-covers. And we have nice Japanese Forest Grass at Beltsville, too.
The majority of our perennials are at our Beltsville location. Please call ahead to our Potomac store for availability.
Must be a Behnke Garden Club member to get this special price. To join, just Sign Up Here! It's FREE |
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Instant Color with Container Gardens
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 Ready-to-go container gardens make decoration a breeze, no fuss, no muss. We offer many plant combinations for you to choose from. For shade or sun. Getting ready for that 4th of July party? Add some of these beautiful lush containers for the final touch. For those DIY'ers out there, we have a large selection of beautiful pottery. From Ceramics to plastic we have so much to choose from. Then the fun starts as you can pick out the many annuals for your container. A bag of soil and you're all set. Whichever you choose--pre-made containers or making your own--we can help you with your selections. |
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More Knock Out Roses Just Arrived in Beltsville
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Bummed that Out You're Not At The U.S. Open?
Come See us this week!
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40% off Sale prices at our Garden Center in Potomac Only, and exclude: Propane, Walpole Woodworkers items, Carol Allen's Orchid Repotting services and materials, Behnke Professional Planting Service and job materials, Delivery Services, items transferred by request from our Beltsville store, and special orders. Supplies are now limited, but you are sure to find some treasures.
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Beltsville Lion's Club Community Yard Sale At Behnke's; Saturday, July 26
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 Yard sales! The memories of finding the perfect addition to my depression glass collection. The fun of tracking down that perfect addition for our home. Now with ebay it's almost too easy to find what you're looking for but it will never take the place of a good old-fashioned yard sale. Behnke's is once again hosting the Beltsville Lion's Club Community Yard Sale on July 26. If you have a house full of junk--oh wait, I mean treasures--that need a special home, consider getting a space. Join others as they sell and barter their treasures in the parking area at Behnke's while the Beltsville Lion's  Club sells hot dogs, chips and sodas. Plus, look for Behnke's Special Yard Sale Area that will be filled with great deals. Each year our buyers go though their departments and clear out old inventory. Always many surprises. A space may be rented for $15 prior to July 21. Applications are available by emailing sfleming@behnkes.net or download a pdf file online here. All rental proceeds will go to benefit the Beltsville Lion's Club. ~ Stephanie Fleming
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Save The Dates: Beltsville Workshops, Talks, Events & More
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Saturday, June 28 & Sunday, June 29 
Make A Simple Aquatic Porch Pot with Carol Allen
Drop by any time between 10 & 3pm
COST: Just pay the price of the pot and plants you pick out for your creation.
Each month Carol has different timely demonstrations & workshops.
Saturday, July 5 & Sunday, July 6 
Your Edible Garden with Carol Allen
10am & 1pm each day
Thinking fondly of fresh green beans or Zuccinni? It's not to late to plant late summer crops. Carol will talk about watering, mulching, foiling those pesky pests, and summer/succession crops this weekend Mark your calendars for the first weekend of each month to join Carol and learn about Your Edible Garden. These talks have been so well received. Carol has timely tips to help you make your edible garden grow. All questions are welcomed and after the class you will take part in a FREE activity.
National Capital Daylily Club Show & Sale 
Sunday, July 6th
7:30 am Open for Exhibitors 10:00 to 4 pm OPEN TO THE PUBLIC See the best in Daylilies! The show includes educational exhibits, judged flower arrangements, and a judged display of registered cultivars on and off scape as well as some brand new daylily seedlings which are not yet on the market.
Orchid Re-Potting Clinic with Carol Allen
Carol's advice is always FREE. Just bring in the plants you are concerned about.She will tell you  how to resolve problems, and, for a minimal fee, she will expertly re-pot them, showing you how.
(9:30 am - 4:30 pm)
 Look For Carol at Behnke's in Beltsville
July 12 & 13
August 9 & 10
September 13 & 147
October 12 & 13 during the National Capital Orchid Society Fall Show & Sale
November 8 & 9
December 6& 7
 Saturday, July 26
Beltsville Lion's Club Community Yard Sale
8 to 2pm
Local citizens will sell and barter their wares in the parking lot at Behnke's in Beltsville while the Beltsville Lion's Club sells hot dogs and more.
Space may be rented for $15 prior to July 19. All rental fees go to benefit the Beltsville Lion's Club. No Rain Date. Space is limited.
click here for your application to be part of this year's Yard Sale
Friday, Sept. 19 
Behnke's 3rd Annual Gardeners' Night Out
5 to 8pm
An evening just for gardeners! Enjoy demonstrations and gather information while enjoying fine music by Susan Jones of Violin Dreams and great food. Old Line, Fine Wine & Bistro will also be back hosting a FREE wine tasting.While here get a sneak peak at our 2014 Christmas Shop.
Weekends in October visit our children's Fall Fun Area
with activities for children 10 and under.
 Saturday, October 4th
7th Annual Chili Cook Off & Harvest Festival
9:30 to 4:30pm
Chili Tasting begins at noon with all proceeds going to Beltsville Rotary Club
 October 11 to the 13, 2014
The 67th National Capital Orchid Society Fall Show
Last year due to the Federal Government's Shut Down the NCOS came to Behnke's to hold their Fall Show. It was such a success they wish to come back this year! If you love orchids this is an event you do not want to miss.
Saturday, November 8
Behnke's Fall Craft Show
This will be our 7th year for the Craft Show. Each year we get many new crafters along with some of our past favorites. There will be food and fun for the kids! It is also when we kick off our yearly Toys for Tots campaign.
If you are a crafter, artisan, or vendor of unique items and would like to participate, email Stephanie at sfleming@behnkes.net
Saturday, November 22
Behnke's Christmas Open House
Stop in and see our beautiful poinsettias while getting a head start on your holiday decorating. Bring the children for photo ops with Santa and enjoy some FREE hot cocoa and cookies. There will be FREE activities for the children!
Saturday, November 29
Small Business Saturday
2015 Event Calender is being worked on now! We are planning lots of great talks and demonstrations throughout the 2015 year with even more activities for children. After another great Garden Party this year we have already picked the date for next year. Mark your calendars for June 6, 2015!
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Behnke's Quick Buttons
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Just click on the blue button for a direct link
 June's Gardening To-Do List
 Our Potomac Moving Sale 40% OFF through July 6th
Contrasting Front Yards: Turf-only v. Pollinator Heaven
by Susan Harris, Behnke's Garden Blogger
 Taking appointments for Summer planting and yard clean up.
 SAVE THE DATE:
July 6: National Capital Daylily Club Show & Sale at Behnke's in Beltsville
July 26: Beltsville Lion's Club Community Yard Sale at Behnke's in Beltsville, 8am - 2pm
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Behnke's Summer Hours
Beltsville Monday - Thursday ~ 9 to 7 Friday ~ 9 to 8
Saturday ~ 8 to 8 Open Early Sunday~ 9 to 6
Potomac
9 to 6 every day
4th of July Both Stores Close at 5pm
Behnke Nurseries Contacts:
Beltsville: 301-937-1100
Potomac: 301-983-9200
Email: behnkes@behnkes.net
Web Site: www.behnkes.com |
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