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Seeing carpets of yellowing needles on the ground? It happens every fall! Some years seem more pronounced than others, that's when people take notice. A few thoughts on this: plants that are drought-stressed may react more noticeably (recall the dry periods we've had this summer, and the dry stretch we're in now). No need for alarm, it's Mother Nature's way of shedding older growth that the plant doesn't need and cannot support. In natural landscaped areas, use these needles as mulch. This natural phenomenon is not limited to pines; you will see it on rhododendrons, azaleas and other evergreens at this time of the year. |
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Ornamental cabbage and kale are perfect companion plants - perfect with each other, as well as other fall plants like mums and pansies! Some refer to them as flowering cabbage and kale; the truth is they are popular because of their incredible foliage. Flowers can appear the second season, but by then, the weather has turned warm, the foliage peters out and the plants are discarded to make way for spring flowering plants.
To eat or not to eat. . .although ornamental cabbage and kale share the same name as their edible cousins (Brassica oleracea), you'll probably not want to indulge. The ornamental types can be eaten, but they tend to be very bitter and lose color when cooked. Some will use the leaves of ornamental kale as a plate garnish instead of sprigs of parsley.
Not a fair weathered friend, you can expect ornamental cabbage and kale to be longtime performers in the garden. Their desirable colors intensify after a few light frosts - whites, pinks and reds become more pronounced with the onset of colder weather. And when it gets really cold, they're tolerant of temperatures to 5 degrees F. It's not unusual to see their beautiful foliage poking through a light blanket of snow during the winter months.
How to use them: As edgings - along walkways, driveways and borders; in beds, planters, pots and window boxes; or en masse in large planting areas.
Here's a fun plant to bounce by you; Ficus elastica decora aka rubber tree or rubber plant! Prized as an indoor plant for generations, this waxy-leaved tropical can make quite a statement in the home, office or dorm.
How to grow: an eastern or western exposure is ideal as rubber plants love bright light areas in the home. Water thoroughly, and then allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Not sure how to check the soil for moisture? Stick a finger several inches into the soil - if moist, do not water.
Thinking ahead - rubber plants are tropical and can be outdoors for the summer. Before autumn nights get too cool, bring the plant inside (generally by late September). If summering outside on a patio or deck, place in bright but NOT direct sunlight.
Helpful hints: Leaves can be dust magnets so an occasional cleaning of the leaves with a damp, soft cloth or light shower will do the trick.
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Snowdrops, formally known as Galanthus species, produce delicate white blossoms that pop up through the snow. This low grower should be planted along walkways, rock gardens, and at the edge of woodland areas. A favorite with gardeners as Galanthus bulbs will naturalize over time. Best planted in light, dappled shade in fertile, moist, yet well-drained soil. An early bloomer not favored by deer! |
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All your favorite trees and shrubs, and the right plants for Long Island growing conditions are here; and they're all on sale at 50% off.
Looking for incredible fall color? Japanese maples are the natural choice. Need some privacy or screening from your neighbors or an unwanted view? Arborvitaes, Cryptomerias, or hollies will do the trick. How about some winter interest in the garden or landscape? Red twig dogwoods will delight with beautiful red canes amid a carpet of snow. Boxwoods and yews are perfect for low hedges around a courtyard, patio or pool; or an evergreen groundcover from juniper is perfect for sunny areas in the landscape. Think ahead; spring 2014 will be colorful when you add rhododendrons or azaleas to your landscape. The birds will thank you when you plant viburnums - beautiful spring flowers give way to edible fruit in summer. And everyone's summer flowering favorites - butterfly bushes, hydrangeas (including the climbing hydrangea) and crape myrtles - can be found (and a whole lot more) on sale, now at Martin Viette.
This is an ideal time to add healthy trees and shrubs to your garden or landscape. Remember - "Fall is for Planting'!
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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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This Saturday, October 19 at 10am - 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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It's time to think about closing your fountain before the cold weather arrives later this year. To do it yourself - drain all water from the system, and cover to keep safe from Old Man Winter. Visit us for a selection of covers and advice on how you can close your own fountain.
Want some help readying your fountain for winter? Martin Viette does fountain closings; please call us for details: 516.922.5530.
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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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