Flower Fundraisers

Bengert Greenhouses offers flower fundraisers that are perfect for your organization or group. In the past, we’ve helped churches, community groups and more exceed their fundraising goals by “going green”! The holiday season may seem far away, but before you know it Thanksgiving will be sneaking up on us. It’s never too early to start […]

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9 Easy Summer Flowers

These 9 garden beauties thrive in summer heat and bloom nearly nonstop into fall! 1. Aster: These daisylike flowers are available in lavender, pink, or white.2. Gloriosa daisy: Deep golden petals radiate from chocolate centers on 2- to 4-inch-wide flowers. 3. Coreopsis: Fluffy, golden yellow blooms atop tall stems. 4. Dahlia: Bold blooms in a range of vibrant colors grow […]

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Celebrating Mother’s Day

We know what mothers really want on Mother’s Day: flowers. In fact, this tradition dates back to 1908 when the first official Mother’s Day was celebrated at Andrew’s Methodist Church in West Virginia. The congregation — all 407 of them — received white carnations because they were the founder’s favorite flowers. Later, colored carnations took […]

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Color Concepts

Looking to spruce up your garden? Consider these tips to give your yard a bright, beautiful feel this spring! Color Combos Mix-n-match colors that contrast, like the rich purples of “Storm Blue” petunias and a classic, white Geranium. Give them full sun and well-drained soil, and liven up your garden bed! White Geraniums. Plant in […]

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Funding for Horticulture Priorities

For anyone who has ever grown impatiens, you might be aware of a devastating plant disease called Downy Mildew. Downy Mildew is spread by water and wind, and won’t go away unless treated. New Guinea Impatiens   To help stop Downy Mildew and other plant diseases that are harmful to your garden, the USDA’s Animal […]

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Spring is in Sight!

It’s February. Which means it’s another month closer to warm weather and sunshine! Your plants have been sheltered indoors or nonexistent, but not for long. With warm weather, your garden will come back to life with a burst of color and sweet aromas. It’s never too early to be thinking of summer, so consider these […]

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