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Little weeds, little problems; it's time to get a handle on weeds before they take over landscape and garden beds. Remember to eliminate all weeds before you consider any of the following options. Option 1. Preen, a pre-emergent weed killer can be used. Read and follow label directions carefully before you apply. Option 2. Weed shields, (landscape fabric/cloth), are another option for keeping landscape and garden beds free of weeds. Option 3. Mulch, 2-3" maximum, can be used. Do not mulch over the crowns of plants.
Don't be too hasty to remove foliage from spring-flowering bulbs - daffodils, tulips, hyacinths! The foliage should be yellowed (ratty looking) before you cut. Interplant with summer annuals to camouflage the bulbs' ripening foliage.
Veggies and herbs - it's time to plant all edibles in the garden! Got space? Plant an extra row of your favorite veggies and herbs for the INN's soup kitchens. We're a designated drop-off site for the Interfaith Nutrition Network.
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Fun, fabulous, and flirty, wall planters have just made their debut at Martin Viette! So say good-bye to boring or bare walls or fences in sun or shade; our new wall planters will bring color, texture, and interest wherever you hang them.
Our ready-to-go wall planters, custom planted with a colorful assortment of annuals, are perfect for anyone that needs instant color with no time to spare. Just hang it and enjoy.
If you like to play with plants and get your hands dirty, you'll love our do-it-yourself kits. Thirty minutes, a small bag of potting soil, favorite plants, and the kit are all you need. Not sure about plant combinations? Copy ours (we'll never tell), or ask any of our knowledgeable staff to assist you. Easy care - water as needed (with a watering can or wand) and liquid feed during the growing season.
Look for our brilliant display of wall planters - decked out with summer's most colorful annuals - the next time you shop Martin Viette. It's living art - a true masterpiece wherever you hang it!
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Just in from the Sunshine State, special Fresh from FloridaŽ plants are just the plants your garden has been asking for! Choose from enticing Mandevilla 'Alice du Pont' - perfect for sunny planters and garden beds. Her beautiful pink flowers and vining habit are truly a match made in tropical heaven for trellises, obelisks, fences, and arbors. Be creative - use Alice du Pont to dress up your mailbox post.
Boston ferns - classic in every sense - are another great Fresh from FloridaŽ choice for shady porches or gazebos. Can't use a hanging basket? Snap off the hanger and use Boston ferns in planters for instant appeal, instant success.
Look for special Fresh from FloridaŽ signs in our annuals and tropicals section at Martin Viette!
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Angelonia, sometimes called summer snapdragon, wows with pretty spikes of colorful flowers (in white, pink or lavender) from May through October. Grow in full sun and fertile, well-drained soils.
A low maintenance annual, no deadheading is ever needed to keep Angelonia in 'bloom mode'! However, good gardeners will fertilize with Blossom Booster to keep them happy.
Need another reason to grow Angelonia? It's tolerant of typical Long Island summer heat and humidity! (That explains its common name of 'summer snapdragon'. The flowers resemble a snapdragon, but unlike snapdragons, Angelonia likes the heat of summer!)
Uses: in landscape beds in combination with other annuals and perennials, as border edging along walkways, driveways, or in pots and planters. Love flowers in the home? Use Angelonia as cut flowers in informal summer or fall bouquets or arrangements.
Invite the intoxicating fragrance of honeysuckle to your garden. And when you do, you'll also invite hummingbirds and butterflies wherever you plant it! Honeysuckle is a climbing plant - perfect for arbors, trellises, or fences. Without support, honeysuckle will act as a groundcover, spilling over walls or embankments.
Honeysuckle 'Dropmore Scarlet', adored for its sweet-smelling flowers, is a popular hardy variety for Long Island gardens (hardy in Zones 4-9, we are considered Zone 7). Attractive pairs of blue-green leaves are the perfect backdrop for the showy tubular coral-red flowers that bloom prolifically in spring and summer. Plant 'Dropmore Scarlet' in full sun or light shade and well-drained soil for best results.
It's May and that means rhododendrons are blooming all over Long Island. This always-popular landscape plant grows best in locations that offer filtered sun and organically enriched acidic soil. (By that we mean adding compost or composted manure to the soil to assist with drainage and aeration.) Their flower trusses can be real showstoppers; look for just about every color imaginable. Rhododendrons are evergreens that make great additions to landscape beds, borders and foundations.
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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
This Saturday, May 18 Rain Gardens! Join Brian Zimmerman, District Manager 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 upcoming summer entertainment- 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 your 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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