Fairy Gardening
Last weekend, I had a chat with a customer who was so excited about all the new items we have in our Fairy Gardening section. She told me about her love for doll houses and how now, in her 40's, that love has extended to Fairy Gardens. It sure sounded like she has a wonderful woodland garden and, if you were to look carefully, you would find all the things a little fairy or gnome might want. I just hope she sends me some photos.
Last month, while in Atlanta, shopping for the 2015 season (am I lucky or what?) at AmericasMart, I happened upon two new suppliers of everything miniature. I hope you get the chance to stop by and see all the new little fairies, gnomes and tiny animals we have added. My personal favorites are the little dragons, and the gnome riding a turtle. although, I have to say the little fairy on the swing might be going into my own fairy garden.
This weekend, Carol Allen will be doing a FREE talk on Terrariums: "Growing Your Own Miniature Garden Under Glass." After the class, there will be a potting party. Bring your own glass or clear plastic container (example: cookie jar, large pretzel container, aquarium), or buy a glass container from us. Then, for the cost of the plants and materials, you can build your own terrarium. Pick out one of the new little fairies or even a little house and you will be done!
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Flowers for Your Sweetheart!
Tulips, carnations and, of course, the classic red rose.
Order online for local delivery or in-store pick-up. Or simply stop by the store and choose from our selection of bouquet options, not to mention beautiful flowering plants.
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 Purchase a Behnke Gift Card between February 12th & 14th for a FREE Gift*!
Not sure what to get?
Let her decide with a gift card!
Purchase a $50 Behnke Gift Card and receive 6 mixed carnations (boxed) OR 3 roses in a vase. Purchase a $100 Behnke Gift Card and receive one dozen mixed carnations (boxed).
*In-store only. While supplies last.
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20% Off All
In-Bloom Houseplants
Psst...blooming houseplants make a great Valentine's gift!
Plants Include:
Citrus, Gardenias, Orchids, Indoor Azaleas, Mini Roses, Forced Tulips & Daffodils
AND MORE!
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 Garden Club Special:20% Off All Fairy Garden Accessories SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY New fairy garden accessories just in! Check out all the fairies, houses, furniture, animals and more! Must be a Behnke Garden Club member to get this special price. To join, just Sign Up Here! It's FREE. Or, sign up the next time you are in the store!
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 Guest blogger, Emily Stashower, describes the family importance through the years of having three gardens: an indoor garden, an outdoor garden and one in the imagination.
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Jessica and son, Grayson, spend time in the kitchen. Don't miss her recipes for Banana Bread and Lemongrass Green Tea Blend.
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Potomac Rose Society ~ John Smith speaks on Rose Hybridization on Sunday, February 15 at 2PM
Have you ever wondered just exactly how the new roses that appear every year are produced? Everyone knows that the process is called hybridization, but what exactly does that involve for roses? The PRS is very fortunate to have as a member John Smith of Westminster, MD who is without doubt the foremost private hybridizer in America today. John developed the rose 'Randy Scott' that was selected to grace the cover of the American Rose Society's "Handbook for Selecting Roses," 2015 edition. 'Randy Scott' is a beautiful white rose that has rapidly become one of the top show roses in the entire country.
At our February 15th meeting at Behnke Nurseries in Beltsville, John will give a presentation on how hybridization is done and will tell us about some of his other beautiful, award winning roses, including 'Snuffy,' an orange pink; 'Dina Gee,' a red blend; 'Sunny Sundays,' a yellow blend and others. Don't miss this opportunity to meet and learn from one of the most prominent rosarians and hybridizers in the entire country.
You can get a preview of some of John's roses at his website, silverrunroses.com. Everyone is invited to join us for what will be a fascinating meeting that is free to everyone! |
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Coming Up...
Potomac Rose Society Free Talk
Sunday, February 15 at 2pm
Listen to John Smith as he talks on how hybridization is done and will tell us about some of his other beautiful, award winning roses Don't miss this opportunity to meet and learn from one of the most prominent rosarians and hybridizers in the entire country.
Free Tool* Sharpening
Thursday, 2pm to 4pm
Saturday & Sunday, 1pm to 4pm
Bring up to 3 hand tool during the specified hours and have them sharpened...FREE. First come, first served. On weekends especially, there may be a line, so we ask for your patience.
*Sorry, we cannot sharpen lawn mower or saw blades.
free talk: Terrariums: Growing Your Own Miniature Garden Under Glass
w/ Carol Allen
Saturday, February 14, 11am
Sunday, February 15, 1:30pm
Find out how terrariums "work" and how to build one. Optional potting party after the talk; bring your own container and create your own! Click here to register.
free talk: Keeping Your Tools in Tip-Top Condition:
How to Sharpen, Clean & Store
w/ Bill Mann
Sunday, February 15, 12noon
Bonsai Classes
Beginner, Advanced Beginner & Advanced classes. PLUS, Beginner Hands-On 1 Day classes. Click here to sign up. free talk: Planning for a Native Garden w/ Carol Allen Saturday, February 21, 11am Sunday, February 22, 12noon Carol will discuss native plants that produce beautiful landscapes and how they benefit our native populations of bees, birds and other wildlife. Click here to register. 4th Annual Philadelphia Flower Show Bus Trip
Thursday, March 5, 2015
Organized by the Washington Gardener Magazine. Leaves from Behnke's at 10am. The deadline to sign up is March 1. Click here for more info and registration form, or stop by the store!
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 Now Hiring Smiles!
Behnke Nurseries is hiring for seasonal staff positions. Are you ready to join the team? Are you a team player who enjoys working with people? Are you focused on providing excellent customer service and enthusiastic about helping people succeed in gardening? Bring in your resume, reference list and smiling personality today! Stop in store or click here for an application and bring it with you when you apply.
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