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It's a long holiday weekend of no school, no work. . . It's time to get outside and have some fun! And if you're looking for fun, you'll find plenty of it at Martin Viette Nurseries during Columbus Day Weekend!
Our fall market and cider booth has fresh-pressed cider in half and full gallons, bins of just-picked New York State apples, candied and caramel apples, chocolate lollipops, hot apple cider, and an assortment of fruit pies, turnovers, crisps, and cookies! Winter squash (perfect for fall cooking!), corn stalks, hay bales, flowering mums, ornamental cabbage and kale - everything you need for a perfect fall.
Saturday, Sunday and Columbus Day from 10am - 5pm, it's paint-your-own sugar pumpkin! Let your little Picasso paint; we'll take care of the clean-up! Children should wear paint-friendly clothes. $5/child includes a sugar pumpkin and paint.
Goats, and sheep, and ducks - oh my! They're all in the animal farm at old McMartin Viette's. This year, we have a baby cow stealing the show! Be sure to bring your camera to capture the kids selecting pumpkins in our pumpkin patch or having fun with the farm scene cutouts and tractors.
Come celebrate Columbus Day Weekend with us - daily from 9am to 6pm.
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Incredible for the fall garden and perfect to plant now, perennial ornamental grasses add so much interest and texture to sunny landscape beds, borders and containers throughout the year.
There are so many reasons to plant ornamental grasses on Long Island. Here are a few: tolerant of a wide range of soils; provide sound in the garden; winter habitat for birds; four seasons of interest; taller varieties useful for screening. Short, medium or tall, many varieties exist for different uses. Be sure to ask our knowledgeable staff about the best choices for your landscape.
It's important to understand the growth habit of grasses before you buy and plant. Ornamental grasses are considered either clump-forming or rhizome-forming (creeping). Rhizome-forming grasses can be aggressive (some invasive) so plant with care.
Simple care and low-maintenance make ornamental grasses a winning choice for the landscape. Fertilize in late winter or early spring as new growth emerges with Plant-tone or a slow-release Osmocote; that's it. Grasses are not heavy feeders.
Prune back grasses in late winter or early spring to within 4-6" of the ground. Make this yearly task easier - tie and bundle the grass before you cut it to make clean-up a breeze.
Divide grasses in late winter or early spring, or late summer or early fall. Containerized plants can be planted as long as the ground is workable, not frozen.
Once established, ornamental grasses are drought-tolerant (that doesn't mean NO water!). And if you garden in deer country, they are considered to be deer-resistant.
Do you think of Hawaii when you see anthuriums? Many people do; that's why they are often referred to as the 'Heart of Hawaii' flower.
Anthuriums can be found growing in tropical areas around the world, with many being native to tropical rain forests. In recent years, plant collectors and breeders have gained an interest in this unusual group of plants. This translates to new varieties for us to grow and enjoy. And let's not forget about the tremendous interest the florist industry has in anthuriums as cut flowers.
Anthuriums grow best in bright, filtered light; avoid direct southern exposures that cause the leaves to burn. Too little light will reduce the plant's ability to flower. Another plus for the growing them indoors: they are tolerant of a wide temperature range, but do best between 68-90 degrees F. They are considered a durable plant, and with proper care, one that blooms nearly all year long.
A few words about watering and potting soils: Anthuriums demand a potting soil that is rich in organic matter and drains readily. At all costs, avoid potting soils that are heavy or waterlog easily. When you water, make sure that the water drains out of the pot (drainage holes are a must!) If you use a saucer to catch excess water, be certain to dump that water within 30 minutes of watering. Soil should be slightly moist, never dry. If you neglect their water needs, you'll know it - the tips of the leaves will dry and turn brown. Too much water causes the roots and leaves to rot.
A few trade secrets: Anthuriums like to be pot bound so repot only when absolutely necessary. An adequate root system is important to anchor the plant as it continues to grow; otherwise too few roots cause it becomes 'top heavy' and floppy. Another plus - anthuriums are relatively problem-free. Fertilize with Jack's Blossom Booster to encourage them to bloom freely. A little primping goes a long way - remove any dead leaves when they appear. Last secret - Keep leaves away from frosty winter windowpanes; they aren't tolerant of cold temperatures.
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Fresh New York State apples, apple cider, apple pies, candied apples - all the favorite tastes of fall can be found in our Fall Market! (We love this time of year, too!) Come and enjoy fresh-pressed cold cider in half and full gallons; candied and caramel apples; chocolate lollipops; an assortment of fresh-baked fruit pies and crisps, hot apple cider, apple turnovers, and cookies every weekend through October 27th. |
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We have pumpkins! Actually, 1000's of pumpkins to choose from, including the ever-popular Jack-Be-Littles (great for tiny hands) to large pumpkins for carving or decorating. You're sure to find that perfect pumpkin or two! Little kids (and big kids, too!) make a dash to our pumpkin patch where they'll enjoy selecting pumpkins scattered over a grassy lawn. The tractors and farm cutouts complete the fun, so don't forget the camera! Our pumpkin patch is open daily from 9am to 6pm, now through October 27.
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Goats, sheep, an adorable piglet, chickens, hens, roosters, ducks and more. . .Every September the animals come back to old McMartin Viette's farm. A special treat for 2013 - a moo-velous baby cow is stealing the show! Capture the joys and smiles of your visit to the animal farm; be sure to bring the family and camera along. Visit our animal farm daily from 9am to 6pm. |
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Warm, sunny days, and cooler nights; there's something special about fall on Long Island. Think about it; this really is the ideal time to enjoy the garden or landscape - minus the excess heat and humidity! To kick-off the arrival of glorious fall weather, our entire outdoor living department is celebrating with a sale!
All glazed pottery is buy one, get one free. Plant up some beautiful fall planters with our mums, cabbage, kale and grasses, or think ahead and buy for spring 2014! We have many colors, styles and sizes to choose from.
Kick back and enjoy fabulous outdoor furniture- sofas, lounges, tables, chairs, bistro sets and more - at 50% off. Fountains, umbrellas, fire pits, hammocks, gazing globes and holders, weathervanes, and concrete benches are 50% off. BBQ's are now 25% off. Note: bronze pieces are not part of the sale.
Speaking of fountains. . . If you decide on a beautiful new fountain for your landscape, we offer delivery and set-up for your convenience. And when the true cold weather threatens, we can close your fountain before winter arrives. Come spring, we'll have your fountain opened and ready for the season. All you have to do is enjoy it!
And if you like a bargain (and who doesn't!), our special clearance area is up to75% off. Shop early for best selections as merchandise sells out quickly.
Delivery on outdoor living items is fee-based and easily arranged. Please note: sale is for in-stock items only; there are no discounts on special orders. Handling fees may be applicable.
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October 19 Before the Snow Flies: Readying the Garden for Winter Winter will soon be knocking at the door, making fall a busy time for gardeners. Learn what needs to be done in this fun, informative lecture before the snow flies - planting, mulching, watering, fertilizing, & protecting your plants & garden with MVN's Donna Moramarco, CNLP.
Saturday at 10am rain or shine, under the big green tent at Martin Viette Nurseries in East Norwich. Please bring a non-perishable food item for The INN's soup kitchens and pantries. To reserve a spot, please call 516.922.5530.
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You really can plant it all in the fall! Many of us are 'conditioned' to think that all planting chores must be done in the spring. True, spring gives us the big push to start the vegetable garden; plant flowering annuals in pots, planters and landscape beds; and add some roses and other interests to the landscape. Once summer hits, hot weather can stifle even the most avid gardener (think back to the scorching July weather we experienced!). And then fall arrives and the urge to 'dig in' happens once again.
If you've been waiting to add new trees, shrubs, perennials, or bulbs to your gardens, the wait is over! Why? Long Island is typically blessed with an extended growing season in the fall. Warm days, cool nights, and adequate rainfall make it easy for newly purchased and planted trees, shrubs, and perennials to adapt to new planting sites. And even though the nights are cooler, our soils tend to stay warm through much of the fall. That's good news for plant roots that continue to grow until soil temperatures dip down into the high 30's. Plus, you're a step ahead of spring 2014 when all those other spring chores will need to be tackled.
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Golden yellows, crimson reds, burnt oranges. . .The timeless appeal of the rich scents and colors of fall can be found in the Garden Room at Martin Viette. We are thrilled with our beautiful collection of true-to-life flowers and fruits. So real, you'll be tempted to touch them. Plus our lifelike pumpkins, wreaths and door decorations will provide long lasting visual appeal and enjoyment to your home.
Custom pieces are our specialty - table arrangements, wreaths or decorative accents for your indoor living spaces. Our designers can create the beauty that you imagine for your home. Call or visit our garden room to speak with one of designers - 516.922.5530.
Colonial Candle's fall candle collection of beautiful tapers, pillars, tea lights, and votives
for the home has just arrived. It's easy to invite the aromas of fall into your home with Aunt Sadie's candles. Customer favorites: Aunt Sadie's Apple Pie and Aunt Sadie's Pumpkin Pie; available now in the Garden Room.
Rosy Rings candles, prized for their amazing scents and long, clean burn, are enjoying center stage in our Garden Room. Enjoy favorite scents like Clementine & Clove, Anjou Pear, Forest, Spicy Apple, and more.
Our fall Mudpie collection makes a gift even more special - for that special someone or you. Serving trays, salt & pepper shakers, napkin rings, spreaders and holders, and much more embellished for fall, have just arrived.
Send fall and Halloween greetings with beautifully adorned and decorated Papyrus cards. MeriMeri cards that celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, births and more can also be found in the Garden Room at Martin Viette.
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Juicy hotdogs, hamburgers and steak, mouthwatering veggies, gooey Smores, crispy pizza, and more, our grills are perfect for cooking all your favorite foods all year long! You know, grilling isn't just a 'summer' activity. Need a new grill? We invite you to stop by to see our display of grills (now at 25% off!) and new outdoor kitchen. Our knowledgeable staff is happy to assist with information about our grills and how to use them for perfect grilling and cooking - every time.
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Daffodils, tulips, crocus, hyacinths, snow drops, alliums and more - it's bulb planting time on Long Island. Remember - you have to plant these bulbs in the fall to enjoy their amazing blooms in spring. Haven't gotten your bulbs yet? If you snooze, you'll lose!
Bulb planting is easy and fun. Make it a family activity and get the kids involved; they'll be amazed at the results next spring! Here's how: choose a location that's bright and sunny (6 plus hours a day of sunshine). Well-drained soils are an absolute must; soils that are frequently wet or soggy, especially during the winter months, should be avoided! Not sure how deep to plant your bulbs? Figure 2 ½ to 3 times the diameter of the bulbs in depth. Example - if your tulip bulb is 2" in diameter, plant it 5-6" deep. Add Bulb-tone or bone meal to the soil. Cover the bulbs and water in. Helpful hint: squirrels like tulip bulbs so use a repellent like Repels-All when planting.
Clever gardeners know how to stretch the blooming season by sequencing. Plant early, mid and late season bloomers so you can enjoy months of spring color. Need help in stretching the bloom time? Just ask any of our knowledgeable sales associates!
You can bring the beauty of spring flowering bulbs into your home when you buy extra bulbs for forcing. Not sure how to coax daffodils, tulips and others to bloom for you indoors? We'll share the tricks of the trade with you when you shop at Martin Viette.
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Early fall's beautiful weather is here; allowing all to enjoy the great outdoors! 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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It's time to vote for the BOLI awards - The Best of Long Island! You get to choose your favorites on Long Island - favorite pizzeria, hardware store, garden center and more. We encourage you to vote and be heard. Of course, we hope Martin Viette is your favorite garden center on Long Island! To vote: to go to the BOLI website of the Long Island Press and scroll to Home & Garden, then scroll to nursery - check Martin Viette, accept the terms, and then cast your vote! Thank you for your support!
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Our 2013 Christmas Shoppe offers cherished collectibles that you and your family will enjoy for generations to come. Beautiful glass ornaments from the Old World Collection, Christopher Radko, Inge-Glas from Germany, and other artisans are displayed on trees that you shop from. G. DeBrekht figurines and Byers' Choice Carolers are perennial favorites to give and receive during the Holidays. Karen Didion's collection of highly-detailed Santas can also be found and enjoyed in our Christmas Barn. Calling all musical Teddy bear collectors; the 2013 limited edition 'Saint Nicholas' Bearington Bear delights with the song 'Jolly Old St. Nicholas'.
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Bulk mulch, topsoil, and leaf compost - delivered to you - is now available at Martin Viette. After many requests, we are pleased to offer this new service!
Mulches to choose from include natural, black, or chocolate-colored; the topsoil is a screened blend; and leaf compost. Please note: there is a three yard minimum; available for delivery only.
Yes, we will continue to sell Hampton Estate bagged mulch in all the popular choices! If you need a few bags, or three yards or more, we have a solution to all your mulch needs. Please ask a Martin Viette associate the next time you visit.
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Fall is a perfect time to put your landscape dreams in motion. With the professional help of a landscape design/build firm, you can realize the full potential of your property this fall. Ireland Gannon Associates, Martin Viette's sister company, has a well-respected team of landscape construction experts, horticulturists and designers to provide you with solutions that will be affordable, enjoyable, and aesthetically-pleasing for years to come.
Why tackle landscape projects now? Fall is the ideal time to renovate existing landscapes - beds and borders, driveway and entrance plantings. And if existing plant material needs to be moved to make way for a new planting, Long Island's extended fall weather is ideal for transplanting. Construction of patios, pools and decks need to be planned and some projects may require permits that can be time consuming to obtain. Ireland-Gannon's professional team understands this and will help you with the paperwork and details. The biggest benefit to tackling landscape projects now: when the job is finished this fall, you'll enjoy a beautiful landscape when spring arrives.
Ireland Gannon's 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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