This summer we noticed a lot of little plants popping up after we did some major grading. After thinking on it we decided that area was where we had dumped our old Behnke pumpkins last year. So began the "Great Pumpkin Watch" for the rest of the summer. Our grandson Aaron would run and check them out all the time. He saw the blooms that then turned to tiny pumpkins and then watched them grow. These were all small, and while most were orange, there were two beautiful off-white ones. Perfect size for Aaron.
Tonight was the night we decided it was time to harvest these pumpkins. (Aaron asked if a combine was coming to harvest them.) Aaron, his dad and Granddad got the big loppers out and pretty quickly the wheelbarrow was loaded. I am thinking that next year we will be planting some GIANT pumpkin seeds and see what happens.
I hope that simple things like spending a few minutes doing something like this creates lasting memories for Aaron. They sure have for us.
- Stephanie Fleming, Behnke Nurseries
Fall for Fall Gardening:
7 Trees for Fall Color Miri, our woody plant buyer, recommends her favorite trees for seasonal interest. Click here to read.
Lawn Care Did you know that fall is the best time to put a little sweat equity into your lawn? Find out what you should be doing. Click here to read.
September To-Do List This is a great time to be out in the garden! Need a reminder of what you should be doing this month? Click here to get our free printable list.
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Jessica's Garden:
Playing Catch-Up
-Jessica Crawford
Jessica is working hard to keep up with the harvest. Click through to see how she deals with pounds of tomatoes and fresh peaches.
Activities Coming Up...
free talk:Fall Beauty: Perennials & Shrubs that Bloom in Autumn
Saturday, Sept. 12, 9:30am to 4:30pm Sunday, Sept. 13, 9:30am to 4:30pm
w/ Carol Allen
KICK OFF THE FALL PLANTING SEASON!
Stop by for planting demos, special guests, FREE wine tasting w/ Old Line Fine Wine, Spirits & Bistro, refreshment sales to benefit the Police Youth Explorers, 10% off ALL Regularly Priced Merchandise for the night (5-8 pm) & MORE.
