The Ashcombe Blog
7 Valentine’s Gift Alternatives to Cut Flowers
Valentine’s Day is quickly sneaking up but don’t panic! You don’t have to go with the same old, same old cut roses and box of chocolates to make your sweetheart…
Starting Your Own Houseplants
It’s easier to start new houseplants from your current collection than you may think! Grow more of your favorite plant, give them away as gifts, or swap with friends. There…
Pet Friendly Plants
Did you know that about 70% of all U.S. households own a pet? And approximately 66% of American households own at least one houseplant. A research study indicated that pet…
Plants and Your Cat
Plants add the finishing touch to any decor, but if you have a feline, that beautiful plant could become a deadly enemy. Listed here are some plants that are poisonous…
Norfolk Island Pine
The Norfolk Island Pine is often used as a Christmas tree, but it also makes a handsome long-lived house plant the year round. It grows 3 to 6 inches a…
Amaryllis
Amaryllis is one of the easiest bulbs to care for, that will flower out of season indoors. They can provide bright flowers during the dark months of winter. Amaryllis can…
Paperwhite narcissus
Paperwhites are relatives of the daffodil and are one of the earliest winter bulbs to bloom. In the spring and summer, plant a few bulbs every few weeks and you’ll…
Poinsettias
Our traditional holiday plant was brought to this country by the US Minister to Mexico, Joel Poinsett, in 1835. He returned to South Carolina with cuttings of this pretty Mexican…
Citrus Tree Care
Citrus trees? In this climate? Here in Central Pennsylvania (and in like-climates), citrus trees can make very attractive container plants for the patio. They are ideal for homeowners who have…
Cyclamen
Cyclamen is a lovely flowering plant appreciated for its habit of blooming in winter when flowers are so scarce. The plant develops from an underground corm, or tuber, similar to…
Christmas Cactus
Schlumbergera – The Christmas Cactus The unusual stems and timely blossoms of these commonly grown house plants are both delightful and fascinating. Christmas cacti are an old favorite. They have…
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is coming up and Ashcombe is here with a Gift Guide to help you choose the perfect gift for Mom! Whether mom loves home decor, flowers, or knick…