A Note From Steve McShane
After months of waiting, summer is finally here! Summer is a unique time for gardeners here along the central coast. First, for all you "edible landscape" types, it is not too late to plant tomatoes and veggies. Consider heirloom tomato varieties well suited to cooler coastal temperatures. Some of my favorite varieties are Sweet 100, Siberian, Glacier and Stupice. Second, consider succulents for areas of full sun and infrequent watering. Our selection has never been better!
I also remind folks to pepper their veggies and flowers with organic fertilizer. Now is the time to do it. Organic fertilizer is naturally slow release and will provide your garden the kick it needs as things swing into full summer gear. I remind folks to stay on top of weeds or they will stay on top of you as well.
We recently enjoyed a fantastic class on "alternatives to lawn" here at the nursery. The class spoke of the importance to consider barks, rock and even artificial turf for parts of your landscape. It will curb your water bill and keep your yard weed free. I want to remind folks that our classes occur every Saturday and are free to the public.
Did I mention some of the awesome changes taking place out here at McShane's? For starters, we will be welcoming JLJ Statuary and Architectural Art beginning this month. Under the leadership of Lucy Livne, JLJ specializes in a host of statuary, columns and unique "architectural art" for your garden, landscape or home. Their products are being moved into our greenhouse.
I am extremely excited to announce that McShane's will soon be carrying local and organic fresh fruits and vegetables. Next time you are into the store, you will marvel at the fantastic improvements to the 1000 square foot front building parallel to the highway. The area that used to house our pond department and 6th cash register, is now home to "Fresh From D'Vine's" retail produce market. It is expected to open sometime mid to late June, be sure to check it out.
There has not been a more dynamic time for small community based businesses like McShane's. We would not be here if it were not for you, and I want to sincerely thank you for keeping your business local. It matters! I wish you the best this June and look forward to seeing you soon.
- Steve
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June Gardening Tips
Fire blight bacteria looks like blackened dead branches and twigs that look torched. It hits ornamentals like pyracantha, cotoneaster, flowering pear and crabapple, mountain ash, hawthorn and fruit trees such as apple, pear, loquat and quince. It overwinters in cankers or wounds and resumes bacterial growth in the spring. There may or may not be oozing from the canker. It is spread by insects, rain, or pruning. The infection can extend into the trunk or root system and may kill the tree. Prune the infected branch about eight inches below the dead area. Spraying during bloom is the preventative method of control. Bring in a sample or talk to our staff if you need help!
Aphids in Plum or Other Fruit Trees Ants in your tree and leaves curled and deformed that look like peach leaf curl are signs that there is an infestation of aphids. McShane's staff can help you choose the product that will get rid of them!
Bearded Iris
They have mostly stopped blooming by now. Young clumps should have their old flower stalks removed so they don't waste energy producing seed. Three or four year old clumps should be divided because they have exhausted the nutrients in the soil and blossom production will decline. The youngest healthiest roots are at the outer edges of the clump. Choose growth with a double fan, 3 - 4 leaves, and a Y shaped root, and plant these.
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Nursery Department:
 McShane's Nursery has a large assortment of Datura, also known as Angel's Trumpets. Come take a peak at our latest display! We have a huge selection of annuals and perennials. One for every spot in your landscape! If we don't have what you are looking for, ask us if we can special order it! Our roses are continuing to bloom and fill out and they look outstanding! We carry English Roses, Tea Roses, Climbing Roses, Bush Roses, Tree Roses and Ground Cover Roses. See our selection here: 2012 Rose List Ask us how to plant your rose for best growth success! It's not too late to plant your vegetables, herbs, and fruit trees. Our Fruit Tree List contains berries, apples, nectarines, kiwi, and many others. See our selection here: 2012 Fruit Tree List We also are featuring 30% Off on Artichokes! Plants will produce for a number of years and love the weather here in our local area! What a great investment! Landscape Supply: Landscaping would love for you to learn about their newest variety of...Potting Soil! It is new and improved and is packed full of different materials that your plants will love! Our knowledgeable staff can answer all of your questions about landscaping material. Please give Jose or John a call at 831-455-1369. McShane's prides itself on its large variety of pavers and flagstone, block, stone, rock, gravel and bark. We have one for every color pallet and for every job! Talk to our experienced staff to determine what you need to complete your project. We are a one stop shop! Ask for information on Stabilizer. It hardens your decomposed granite and works between flagstone. It reduces erosion and is durable, long lasting, and low maintenance! Concrete Trailers are convenient to use for your small and large home projects! McShane's is the only location in the county that rents trailers. Call us to find out more. Concrete Trailer Information Pond Department: Our Pond Department has a beautiful variety of pond fish, both Koi (in several varieties) and goldfish. We also routinely carry a wide selection of pond plants. Come on out to see what we have! Talk to Jeramey McCaffery about your pond needs and designs. Water Plant Care
Landscape Design Department: McShane's has a Landscape Design staff that can work with you on any project, big or small! They are currently running a promotion that refunds back the consultation fee with the purchase of a landscape design package. Call or email us today! Feel free to call our designers: Tracy Parker, Marion Weaver, or Tom Deyerle. They can be reached by calling Anthony at 831-455-1876. Contact us to see what McShane's Landscape Design Department can do for you! Gifts Department:
Our gift department has gifts and plants to meet any occasion, or just to spruce up your own home. McShane's has the perfect gift for those you remember on Father's Day! Why not choose a gift certificate if you aren't sure what to pick? Stop in to see the wide variety of items that we regularly stock. Check out the seasonal decorations that will brighten up your home. Along with our gift area, we have a large variety of green and flowering plants for inside your home, bonsai, as well as birding items, and products to keep your plants, indoors and out, healthy all year through.
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June-
Saturday, June 2nd at 1:30PM
-Outdoor Kitchens, Fire Pits & More Workshop
Saturday, June 9th at 1:30PM
-Container Gardening & Small Space Landscaping
Saturday, June 16th at 1:30PM
-Concrete 101 - Pouring, Finishing & More Workshop
Saturday, June 23rd at 1:30PM
-Dividing, Relocating & Transplanting Class
Saturday, June 30th at 1:30PM
-Bonsai Workshop & Display
July-
Saturday, July 7th at 1:30PM
-Summer Fruit Tree Pruning & Care Clinic
Saturday, July 14th at 1:30PM
-Lawns Made Easy Workshop
Saturday, July 21st at 1:30PM
-Organic Gardening Clinic
Saturday, July 28th at 1:30PM
-Landscape Design Clinic
Other Important Dates:
Thursday, June 14th, Flag Day
Sunday, June 17th, Father's Day
Wednesday, June 20th, First Day of Summer!
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Congratulations to last month's winner! They got the right answer of "Dodder" to last month's question of: A gardener notices a weed in the garden that looks like yellow and red threads with no leaves. It appears to attach itself to desired plants and these host plants are rapidly declining. What weed have they found?
This month's question is: What are the 3 major fruits native to North America?
The rules of the game are simple.
We ask one trivia question a month. Please send all answers to sp@mcshanesnursery.com, with your full name. Prize: A $10 McShane's Gift Certificate. One winner per newsletter. The first 10 correct answers each newsletter will be put into a drawing to determine the monthly winner. Winner must bring an ID to the nursery to claim the prize. Prize must be picked up in person within 2 weeks. Employees are not eligible for this contest.
Have fun and good luck!
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 McShane's Nursery and Landscape Supply 115 Monterey Salinas Hwy
Salinas, California 93908
Nursery Phone: 831-455-1876 Nursery Fax: 831-455-2753 Landscape Supply Phone: 831-455-1369 Landscape Supply Fax: 831-455-2584 www.mcshanesnursery.com |
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Summer Hours
Nursery Hours:
Monday - Saturday: 9-5:00
Sunday: 10-4
Landscape Supply Hours: Monday - Friday: 7-5:00 Saturday: 8-5:00 Sunday: 10-4 |
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National Safety Month
Promotion!
June is National Safety Month! The Staff at McShane's would like to say "Thank You" to those men and women who work day to day to keep us safe! For the entire month of June, McShane's is offering a 10% discount to all on duty public safety professionals in uniform.
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Datura, 15 Gal Now $29.99 Was $49.99 *******
Design Department Refunded Consultation Fee With purchase of the Landscape Design Package ******* Artichokes! 30% Off 5 Inch originally $1.99 6 Packs originally $3.99 ******* Petunias, 3 Sizes! "Opera Supreme" Creeping Variety 4 Inch $.50 6 Inch $1.99 10 Inch $5.99 Hanging $5.99 *******
Canna Lilies 1 Gal $2.99 2 Gal$3.99 *******
Gerbera Daisies 4 Inch $.50 6 Inch $1.99 *******
Olive Trees (Select All American Varieties) 50% Off! 15 Gal Now $65.00 30 Gal Now $115.00 ******* Jeffery Pines (All American Variety) Great for Shaping 50% Off 15 Gal Now $29.99 ******* 20% Off 15 Gal Bamboo Clumping & Spreading Types *******
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