Behnke Nursery Blog

Caring For Your Cut Christmas Tree
by Lori Hicks
Ah, the cut Christmas tree, age-old tradition and beloved holiday icon. A little extra trouble, but well worth it apparently-despite the proliferation of the artificial tree, cut tree sales are still quite strong each year. This is probably because many people prefer the freshness, fragrance and authenticity [...]

An Open Letter to Santa Claus
- by Randy Best, Perennial Specialist
Dear Santa,
Please go back and check your records. I should think by now you’d have a clear idea of the type of gifts I’d really like to find under my tree. Ever since I learned to garden at my Granddad’s knee, back in Texas, I [...]