Ashcombe Farm and Greenhouses

  According to Oriental Folklore, bamboo plants were given to loved ones and friends during times of celebration.  This Dracaena plant has found its way around our modern world as a metho...

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These tropical "air plants" (epiphytes) are in the Bromeliad family, genus Tillandsia.  They are first cousin to Spanish Moss; in their native habitat they live in the treetops, often among fer...

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The Birding Place!   Our new bird area is filled with everything you need to keep your feathered friends happy and content this winter.   * 12 different kinds of bird seed  * Squi...

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  Fairy gardening is a popular past time for many children, youth and adults.  It is a great way to create a beautiful, creative masterpiece that is limited only by your imagination! A s...

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  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 a bulb....

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Gardens Of London Presentation Saturday, December 5th, 10:00am Why are English gardens so numerous and  what makes them so special? Master Gardener Wendy Plowman, who visited many of them...

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THE UNUSUAL STEMS AND TIMELY BLOSSOMS OF THESE COMMONLY GROWN HOUSE PLANTS ARE BOTH DELIGHTFUL AND FASCINATING.  CHRISTMAS CACTUS IS AN OLD FAVORITE.  IT HAS STRIKING, BRIGHT GREEN ARCHED BRAN...

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African Violets are beautiful little plants that can be grown indoors all year long.  They are great for small spaces, window sills or any sunny, bright room of the house.  They are easy to gr...

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TERRARIUMS Terrariums can be a fun, indoor project for kids and adults.  Let your imagination run wild and develop a miniature world to enjoy throughout the winter months.  Ashcombe offers ...

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We have a fantastic selection of cabbage, kale and pansies still available.  They will thrive in your garden until a hard freeze or the first snowfall!

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Christmas Is Coming!   Can you believe Christmas is just around the corner?  It's hard to believe, but here at Ashcombe, we are working hard to get our poinsettias beautiful for your holid...

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  Some of the best tastes of the season are created with the squash and pumpkin varieties that are found this time of the year.  Try some of these family favorites for your next  get-tog...

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Great Family Fun! October 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17 - 25, 30 & 31   (weather permitting - please call ahead) Hours:  Monday - Saturday 9am-6pm // Sunday 11am-4pm SPECIAL...

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PICK-YOUR-OWN PUMPKINS   It's that time of year.  Can you guess what the favorite symbol of the season is?  It's orange, and round, and sometimes smiles...a Jack-O-Lantern pumpkin of co...

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HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHAT TO DO WITH ALL THOSE COLORFUL, WEIRDLY SHAPED SQUASH YOU SEE IN THE FALL?   THEY ARE RICH IN VITAMINS AND QUITE HEALTHY, SO YOU JUST MIGHT WANT TO GIVE THEM A CHANCE...

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Some perennials need division frequently, while others do better left undisturbed.  The following list illustrates how often to divide many common perennials.  These recommendations assume...

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A great plant for fall!  Cabbage and Kale keep their brilliant color long after the rest of the flowers have gone to bed for the winter.  The perfect accent with mums, pansies or asters, c...

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Gardens in the Northeast are increasingly becoming “fast food” for deer.  In a drought situation, the deer especially appreciate our efforts to keep our gardens watered.  Flower buds are a...

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This annual ornamental pepper is usually available from late summer into fall and provides traditional color during the fall season. The cone-shaped miniature peppers change color as they...

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Chrysanthemums are lovely, semi-hardy perennials that bring color to the late summer garden.  Here are a few tips to help insure growing  success.  Plant early to establish good roots.  ...

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FALL VEGETABLES IT'S HARD TO IMAGINE, BUT IT IS TIME TO PLAN FOR THE FALL GARDEN!  EXTEND YOUR HARVEST SEASON WITH COOL WEATHER FAVORITES INCLUDING CABBAGE, BROCCOLI, BRUSSELS SPROUTS, K...

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OUR ANNUAL BUTTERFLY EVENT AND RELEASE WILL BE HELD THIS SATURDAY.  COME JOIN US FOR A DAY FILLED WITH ALL THINGS BUTTERFLIES!  CLICK HERE FOR A COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:  http://www.ash...

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Late blight is spread by a fungal infection that produces millions of spores during wet seasons and quickly infects healthy plants.  Not only can spores survive in infected tubers and soil,...

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