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Let the summer fun begin as we cheerfully say hello to Memorial Day weekend! What does Memorial Day mean to you? Gardeners use this as the start date to plant their gardens - veggies, herbs, flowers and more. It's also the time when patio furniture comes out of winter hibernation for relaxing days ahead. However you decide to 'kick-off' this long awaited weekend, we'll be here. Open Fridays and Saturdays - 8am to 8pm; Sundays through Thursdays from 8am to 6pm. We are open Memorial Day; look for the red, white & blue balloons at our entrance on Northern Blvd.
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All teak in all styles - dining, deep seating and more - is on sale this Saturday, Sunday & Monday. Take advantage of this special sale just before summer begins! Teak furniture is classic and timeless; sure to be enjoyed for many years to come.
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Astilbes, popular early summer blooming light shade perennials, are easy to grow and even easier to enjoy in the garden! Pretty plume-like flowers in shades of pink, salmon, red or white stand above lovely green leaves. Grow astilbe in well-drained soil that is enriched with compost or composted manure (especially if growing in sunny locations). One rule - never let the planting area go dry; astilbes like adequate soil moisture. Mulch around the plants to conserve needed soil moisture and eliminate weeds that compete for that moisture. (Don't mound or 'volcano' mulch directly on the plant; leave a few inches of clearance.) For best results, plant astilbes in groups spaced 12-18 inches apart.
Delphinium, the perennial aristocrat of fine English gardens, has been adored for centuries for its stately and showy flower spikes in white and shades of blue. Look through any English gardening book and you will see magnificent perennial borders, with delphiniums stealing the show.
How to grow: full sun and moist, yet well-drained soil that has been enriched with compost or composted manure. Good gardeners will deadhead to encourage additional flowers. Delphiniums are heavy feeders; read and follow fertilizer label directions.
How to use: Delphiniums can be used in beds, borders or container plantings.
Perfect as cut flowers, mix delphinium with other seasonal bloomers to create a delightful, informal arrangement for the indoor or outdoor dinner table.
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To-MAY-to, To-MAH-to! No matter how you say it; it's time to plant this popular fruit (yes, botanically speaking, tomatoes are fruits) in the garden. And there are so many types of tomatoes to choose from - plum varieties for sauce or paste; larger varieties for slicing; grape varieties for fresh eating (think candy) and more.
What's old is new again! To the pleasure of many, heirloom tomatoes are making a big comeback with their catchy names like Mortgage Lifter, Cherokee Purple, Mr. Stripey, Green Zebra, Brandywine, and Amish Paste. And if you like to garden organically; pots of USDA certified organic tomatoes are available.
Sun, sun, sun! To successfully grow tomatoes, give them at least 6-8 hours of sunshine each day.
Water deeply and as needed. Garden tomatoes will benefit from the addition of compost or composted manure added to the soil prior to planting. Use potting or container mix for tomatoes grown in planters, whiskey barrels or containers. Fertilize with Blossom Booster every two weeks - read and follow label directions. It's best to cage or stake taller varieties at the time of planting.
Not enough space in your veggie garden? Patio tomatoes are perfect for pots - smaller plants that don't require a lot of space to produce handfuls of delicious tomatoes!
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Just in time for summer's kick-off weekend, fabulous lanterns, candles and torches have arrived. Lanterns - in many styles and sizes - lend style and ambiance to any outdoor living space! Add a shepherd's hook to add height and light to your patio, deck or walkways. Brand new at Martin Viette - collections of insect-repelling candles are available for your upcoming outdoor parties and barbeques. And the summer requisite garden torches can all be found in the Barn at Martin Viette! |
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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 are given at 10am. Please call ahead to reserve a seat under the big green tent - 516.922.5530
Help the Interfaith Nutrition Network. Please bring a non-perishable canned food or personal hygiene item to each lecture; we will gladly deliver all donations to the INN's food pantries and homeless shelters.
Click here for the complete schedule!
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Shop our May and June extended hours at Martin Viette in East Norwich - Fridays and Saturdays, 8am to 8pm; Sunday through Thursday, 8am to 6pm.
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The Long Island Rose Society (LIRS) will present its annual judging and exhibition entitled "The Poetic Rose" at Planting Fields Arboretum, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay, New York 11771 on Sunday, June 8th, 2014 between 1:00 and 5:00 PM. The event is located in the air conditioned horticulture building.
Come see hundreds of roses of all colors and classes from minis roses to hybrid teas, climbers and old garden roses, all garden-grown on Long Island. While at the Show, have your questions answered by American Rose Society certified consulting rosarians. This event is fun for the entire family. There is also a plant sale and raffles.
Admission to the show is FREE. Parking at Planting Fields is $8. For directions to the Arboretum, go to www.plantingfields.org. For additional information about LIRS, please go to: http://www.longislandroses.org or Mary Jane Lee at maryjanelee127@yahoo.com.
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As spring blooms quickly turn to summer B-B-Q's, pool parties and family get-togethers. . .it may be time to evaluate, upgrade, or create outdoor living areas in your landscape. Our expert designers at Ireland-Gannon Associates Associates can help! Our award-winning firm has affordable solutions for beautifying your outdoor surroundings. Whether a simple planting, new patio or terrace, or a grand country club setting with swimming pool, putting green or cabana, our experienced design/build team will do it all. . . from concept to completion, we will create your dream.
Ireland Gannon 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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The Interfaith Nutrition Network, 'The INN', is the largest human service agency of its kind on Long Island, providing daily assistance to the many needy people living in our communities. Their shelters and soup kitchens are always in need of donations. Your donations will be brought to the INN for distribution. We thank you for any assistance that you can provide.
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Do you know Landscaperoutlet.com? 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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Martin Viette Nurseries
email:
info@martinviette.com
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