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Did you uncover your fig tree? It's time!
It's time to clean and ready your pots for spring and summer plantings (if you didn't last fall). Here's a time-trusted solution for cleaning terra cotta/clay pots: in a tub or basin, mix 9 parts warm water with 1 part bleach. Soak pots to loosen any debris (30 minutes should be enough). If necessary, use a brush to remove any remaining residue. Rinse; then dry in the sun. When you're ready to plant, your pots will be waiting.
Check stored bulbs - cannas, elephant ears, & dahlias - for any signs of rot. Bulbs that are soft or mushy should be discarded. You can start these bulbs indoors for transplanting to the garden in late May. BTW - fresh bulbs and rhizomes are now available at Martin Viette.
If you haven't already, fertilize trees and shrubs in the garden and landscape. Use Holly-tone for all acid-loving plants; Plant-tone for all others. Be sure to read and follow label directions on the packages.
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Beautiful, amazing, and mesmerizing are often-used adjectives to describe the flowers of Itoh peonies. Itoh peonies are named for Toichi Itoh, the first person to successfully cross an herbaceous peony with a tree peony in the 1940's.
Itohs offer the best of both worlds - all the assets of herbaceous peonies and tree peonies are combined into one fabulous plant. Itohs have strong stems to support several (or more) flowers per stem; handsome foliage that remains through the growing season; a longer period of bloom - often a month or more; fragrance with some varieties; and hardiness for Long Island gardens.
Plant Itohs in full sun and fertile, well-drained soils. Good gardeners will amend their existing soil with compost or composted manure prior to planting. A fertilizer with phosphorous should be added at planting time. Note - Itohs are NOT heavy feeders; one application in spring is adequate. Plant them right the first time as Itohs do not like to transplanted! Provide adequate soil moisture. Itohs do die back to the ground in late fall; cut back any remaining leaves then.
Remember the saying, 'look with your eyes, not with your hands'? Not true when you're talking about rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), a true 'touch-me plant' that is adored for its fragrant needle-like foliage that's used for culinary, medicinal and aromatic purposes.
How to grow: Rosemary likes bright, sunny locations with well-drained soils. A few options for growing: You can remove its container and direct plant rosemary in the garden or grow it in a pot or planter. If you have a tendency to overwater (not good for rosemary) use clay pots; avoid plastic pots that retain excess moisture. Some gardeners will leave rosemary in its original container and sink it into the garden.
Formally known as Rosmarinus officinalis, rosemary prefers warm summers and mild, dry winters - think Mediterranean. Which brings us to hardiness. Rosemary is hardy in zones 8-10; however the cultivars 'Arp' and 'Salem' are reported hardy to Zone 7. (Most of Long Island is zone 7 or colder.) A word to the wise: if we have a severe winter on Long Island, they may not survive. There are many varieties to choose from - some offering deeper blue/purple flowers, others with more fragrance, some creep and spread, while others are upright.
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As the horticultural saying goes. . .when forsythia is in full bloom, it's time to apply a pre-emergent crabgrass control to the lawn. So, if forsythia is screaming with yellow flowers in your neck of the woods, apply a pre-emergent control now. (Be prepared to make a second application later this spring.)
It's so much easier to control crabgrass with a pre-emergent material. If you're seeding any bare spots in the lawn, make sure that you use a product that can be applied in conjunction with seeding. Not sure? Ask us.
A word to the wise: Once crabgrass germinates and takes over, post-emergent materials can be used but they are not as effective and can discolor certain grass types. Plus, crabgrass sticks out like a sore thumb - its color, texture, and habit is completely contrary to our typical home lawn grasses.
If you're using a pre-emergent crabgrass control, always read the entire label and follow all directions to a tee. Here's some good advice regarding pesticide labels - read the label first, then apply.
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Our new rooting jars make propagating favorite houseplants a snap. Easy-to-root plants such as philodendron and ivy are perfect candidates. Snip a cutting and place in the water-filled rooting jar. Once rooted, you can transplant to a pot for continued enjoyment. Decorative and functional; our rooting jars are great for gardeners and little gardening sprouts, too. |
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You're invited! Indulge in a night-out filled with music, shopping & pampering at our second annual Spring Ladies Night - Thursday, April 25th, 2013 6-9pm at Martin Viette - 6050 Northern Blvd (25A), East Norwich.
Experience a night of fun with your friends (hey - you deserve it) & the ladies of Martin Viette Nurseries! Enjoy shopping our new spring lines; the arrival of fresh blooming flowers, trees & shrubs; gardening supplies; as well as delightful accents for your home & garden- at a store-wide discount.
Come mingle, enter to win one of our many door prizes, & meet specially-invited vendors who will be providing new, exciting products and edibles for you to enjoy that night.
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Where were you on April 22, 1970? Forty three years later and still growing in enthusiasm and commitment, April 22 is recognized as Earth Day around the world. In recognition of this world-wide movement, we ask, 'What have you done for Mother Earth lately'? Here are some 'earth-friendly' gardening tips from Martin Viette. Water is a non-renewable resource- so water wisely; make this the year you use a rain gauge and soaker hoses in the garden! Recycle large nursery pots; they're perfect for growing tomatoes, eggplants and peppers in sunny locations. Bring your empty annuals flats and trays back to us - we'll recycle them with our growers. Set up a compost bin and turn kitchen vegetable and fruit scraps into black gold for improving garden soil.
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It's time to get your green thumb growing! Join us for one or all of these free informative Saturday lectures. All lectures and demonstrations are given at 10am. Please call ahead to reserve a free seat under the big green tent - 516.922.5530
May 4 Incredible Edibles It's fun and easy to grow-your-own veggies and herbs when you're in the know. Join Martin Viette's Donna Moramarco, CNLP when she shares the tricks of the trade for growing a bumper crop of healthy, fresh veggies and herbs for you and your family to enjoy. Bring your little sprouts and make this year's garden a family affair.
May 18 Rain Gardens Join Brian Zimmerman, District Manager of the Conservation District of Nassau County and Jaime Van Dyke, Board Member of the Conservation District of Nassau County as they share some of the benefits of having a rain garden - saving money, reducing pollution, and the beauty they bring. Watch as they demonstrate how easy it is to create and install a rain garden at Martin Viette.
May 25 Roses, Roses, Roses! Roses are truly an American favorite; join us when Cathy Guzzardo, Past-president of the Long Island Rose Society, Consulting Rosarian and master rose grower, gives away all the trade secrets for selecting, growing and enjoying amazing roses! Members of the Long Island Rose Society will be at Martin Viette's from 10am -1pm to answer your questions about roses.
June 1 Creating Beautiful Container Gardens Selecting pots, plants and soil - how to do it and make your containers look like a million bucks. Watch MVN's Dave Wangner get his hands dirty as he talks about and creates incredible masterpieces that you can copy for your own property. No one will ever know that you had some 'help' along the way
June 8 Landscaping: Look, Breathe & Enjoy! Jim Morgan, Senior Landscape Designer at Ireland Gannon Associates, shares his expertise on flowering plants and trees that look great in summer; fragrant plants that add that special bonus to gardens; and the visual enjoyment from great color themes and composition.
June 15 Shady Perennials for the Garden Too much shade, not enough sun? You'll have it 'made in the shade' when you learn about the many perennials that add color, texture and interest in the shady garden. Join us as Angela Hitsous, CNLP shares her vast experience about the best plants for shade!
July 13 Heavenly Hydrangeas Surrounded by hundreds of hydrangeas in bloom, Viette's own Rich Fulfarr will talk about the best hydrangeas for Long Island gardens: the bluest of the blue, and the tried and true! Growing tips, care, and pruning for this heavenly grouping of shrubs will be covered.
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Good taste never goes out of style! Our beautiful store at the Americana Manhasset captures time-honored accents and accessories for your home or as gifts that celebrate or mark an occasion.
All the niceties (and necessities!) for spring - candles, diffusers, accent rugs, serving pieces, silk topiaries, plant stands, jeweled and enameled frames, and more - have arrived. Beautiful flowering orchids and foliage plants - perfect for homes and offices - give instant appeal to any indoor living space. Looking for that ideal hostess gift? We can help with a tasteful selection of gifts for even the most discerning recipient.
Conveniently located only 7 miles west of our main store (6050 Northern Blvd./25A, East Norwich), Martin Viette at the Americana is located at 1984 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, NY 11030. Phone: 516.869.8020 Store hours: Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat 10am-6pm; Wed & Thurs 10am-7pm; Sun 11am - 6pm.
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Warmer weather and enjoying the great outdoors is just around the corner! Landscaper Outlet offers high quality outdoor living products at unbelievably low prices. On the website you'll find a wide variety of outdoor living products including fountains, statuary pieces, BBQ's, and outdoor furniture. The folks at Landscaper Outlet have been in the outdoor living business for generations and take pride in their products, services and knowledge. When you are looking for technical assistance, product information, or just shopping around, Landscaper Outlet is here to serve you. You can also visit the Landscaper Outlet kiosk the next time you shop at Martin Viette Nurseries in East Norwich. |
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Beautiful landscapes begin here! The award-winning firm of Ireland Gannon Associates (IGA), located at Martin Viette Nurseries in East Norwich, specializes in all phases of landscape design and installation. Whether it's a new perennial garden, tree and shrub border, pool, or patio with 4 seasons of landscape interest, now is the time to plan for beautifying our outdoor surroundings. For your convenience, the IGA office is located at Martin Viette Nurseries, Route 25A, East Norwich (516) 922-4800. Or, we invite you to visit us on the web: www.irelandgannon.com
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Calling all gardeners! Follow Martin Viette every day on Facebook for the latest in gardening tips, trends and posts. |
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Have you heard of Pinterest? It's a virtual pinboard that allows you to organize and share all the beautiful things you find on the web. You can browse pinboards created by other people to discover new things and get inspiration from people who share your interests. Follow Martin Viette on Pinterest! |
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Martin Viette Nurseries
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