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Temperatures are still a bit above normal for this time of the year, but don't be fooled! The average first frost for this area of Long Island is the 20th of October (3 days ago) - but it's just an average. Don't get caught with your plants down - tender plants should be back indoors. All warm season veggies - peppers, eggplants, tomatoes - should be harvested before frost. |
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Streptocarpus, commonly called cape violet or cape primrose, is native to Africa. This attractive houseplant dazzles with beautiful tube-like flowers.
If you can grow an African Violet, you can grow Streptocarpus as their care is the same (they are both members of the Gesneriad family). Light: bright but never direct sunlight. (Very long, strappy leaves and few flowers can be the result of insufficient light.) Water: when the soil is dry (stick your finger an inch into the potting soil, water thoroughly if dry). Avoid overwatering at all costs; it's a sure death sentence for the plant. Helpful hint - make sure that the pot always has a drainage hole to allow excess moisture to escape. Fertilize: with a complete houseplant fertilizer, according to label directions, from March through October. Temperature: 55-70 degrees F is ideal.
To pot or not to repot? Streptocarpus should be repotted only when pot bound. Even then, some will put off repotting (a bit) to encourage more flowering.
Good gardeners will remove spent flowers from Streptocarpus (do the same with African violets).
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Goats, sheep, and a cow (and more) - oh my! They're all in the animal farm at old McMartin Viette's. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the kids feeding the animals or selecting pumpkins in our pumpkin patch or having fun with the retired farm tractors and farm scene cutouts. This child-friendly play area is open every day - 9am to 6pm through October 26. |
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Our ever-popular Fall Market, complete with corn stalks, hay bales, pumpkins (including the BIG pumpkins that tip the scales at nearly 100 lbs!), winter squashes (including acorn, Carnival and butternut), and bins of healthy, delicious New York State apples, is open every day from 9am to 6pm through this Sunday, October 26th.
Every weekend we feature fresh-pressed cider in half and full gallons, candied apples, an assortment of baked fruit pies, apple turnovers, fruit crisps, popcorn, chocolate lollipops, and cookies! Plus, enjoy cups of hot or cold cider as you stroll through our fall market.
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Perfect for fall planting, take advantage of our 50% off perennials sale. Ornamental grasses, heuchera, coreopsis, ferns, sedums, hostas, and more can be found in our perennials yard - all 50% off. Shop early for best selection! Sorry, mums, ornamental cabbage and kale, camellias and hellebores are not included in this sale. |
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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. Beautyberry, Callicarpa, delights with purple berries on shrubby stems. Ilex verticillata, aka Winterberry, sports beautiful red berries that the birds will thank you for! Need some privacy or screening from your neighbors or an unwanted view? Evergreen and attractive, hollies, arborvitaes or yews will do the trick.
Think ahead; spring 2015 will be colorful when you add rhododendrons and dogwoods to your landscape. And everyone's summer flowering favorites - hydrangeas - 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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You really can plant it all in the fall - trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and lawns! Long Island is typically blessed with an extended fall growing season. Learn more. |
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As the countdown to December continues, we're readying our holiday shoppes with beautifully decorated trees with sparkling lights and cherished ornaments, collectibles including ever-popular nutcrackers, music boxes that light up as they play favorite Christmas carols, fragrant candles, and more. We have everything you need to deck your halls with holiday warmth and cheer.
Holiday 2014 will be extra special with beautiful glass ornaments from Ne'Qwa Art, Christopher Radko, and perennial favorites from Old World.
Calling all collectors. . .Our Byer's Choice collectibles are artfully displayed in a special gazebo and hutch. You'll find special 2014 editions of these ever-popular figurines, certain to sell-out quickly. And if KWO 'smokers' are your passion, we have many for you to choose from.
Highly-sought after Santas from Karen Didion have arrived. You'll love the detail of each one with beautiful fabrics in beautiful colors. Too pretty to store after the Holidays, you may elect to keep yours on display all year long.
New at Martin Viette and creating a lot of excitement in our Christmas Shoppe and Garden Room, our fabulous collection of Joe Spencer holiday dolls will delight young and old with their distinctive faces and fun outfits.
Intricate G. DeBrekht figurines and Byers' Choice Carolers are perennial favorites to give and receive during the Holidays.
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Shop our October hours at Martin Viette Nurseries in East Norwich - everyday 9am to 6pm.
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It's time to close 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 closing your fountain for winter? Martin Viette does fountain closings; please call us for details: 516.922.5530.
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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, IGA has affordable solutions for beautifying all your outdoor surroundings. 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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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 - non-perishables or personal hygiene items. Bring your donations to Martin Viette Nurseries during business hours - 9am to 6pm every day, and we will bring them to the INN. 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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Have you heard of Pinterest? It's a virtual pin board that allows you to organize and share all the beautiful things you find on the web. You can browse pin boards 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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Calling all gardeners! Follow Martin Viette every day on Facebook for the latest in gardening tips, plant picks and more. |
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Martin Viette Nurseries
email:
info@martinviette.com
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