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Aloe barbadensis, aka Aloe vera, is often the 'go to' houseplant for minor cooking burns or sunburns. Hardy in Zones 10-11 (think Miami), Aloe vera spends most of the year indoors, only enjoying the warm months of summer outdoors.
Aloe vera grows best in warm, bright sunny locations (especially bright kitchen windows). Water thoroughly only when needed! And when you do water - allow the soil to dry between waterings. It is a succulent and detests wet or poorly drained potting soils. Less is more!
Repot only when pot bound. Select a pot that has adequate drainage holes and use a potting or cactus soil. A word to the wise: select a pot that is wider than deeper (like a bulb pan). As Aloes sucker, they can easily fill a pot making it top heavy. A wider pot will help. And if you have a tendency to overwater (this may not be the plant for you!), use a clay pot instead of plastic or ceramic if possible.
Did you know? Aloes are NOT heavy feeders. If you fertilize, do so once or twice during the growing season. Read and follow label directions.
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Wednesday, November 5th is National Eating Healthy Day. Join the American Heart Association and commit to eating healthier! Learn more.
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Perfect for fall planting, take advantage of our 50% off perennials sale. 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 at Martin Viette; 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? Evergreen and attractive, hollies, arborvitaes, Cryptomerias, and Leyland cypress will do the trick.
Think ahead; spring 2015 will be colorful when you add dogwoods and viburnums to your landscape. And few summer flowering favorites - rose of Sharon and 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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Remember to turn the clocks BACK an hour when you go to bed Saturday night! Daylight Savings Time ends; Eastern Standard Time begins Sunday, November 2, 2014.
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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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Please join us Saturday evening, November 22, when Martin Viette Nurseries opens its doors for the Annual Holiday Reception to Benefit the INN's - Interfaith Nutrition Network - soup kitchens and homeless shelters.
The evening's festivities include Chinese and silent auctions with many, many wonderful items to bid on provided by local merchants, sponsors and special vendors. A light repast will be served.
We hope you'll join us for this very special evening. In the true spirit of giving - all of the proceeds from this event go directly to the INN for their soup kitchens and homeless shelters across Long Island. Advance tickets are available; please call 516.922.5530 for tickets and details.
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Imagine somewhere on the other side of the world, a group of U.S. troops gathered around a fresh, real Christmas tree that was express shipped from the states. Or imagine how a military family of a deployed loved one would feel if they received a real Christmas tree, given by a caring family they have never met. This is the mission of "Trees for Troops", a national charitable campaign run by the Christmas SPIRIT Foundation, that provides real Christmas trees to members of the armed forces and their families at more than 60 military bases in the U.S. and overseas. Since 2005 more than 139,000 real Christmas trees have been provided to troops and military families.
This year, come to Martin Viette Nurseries November 3 through November 30, to donate a beautiful 6-8 foot Balsam Fir tree to a military family. For only $29.50, your donated tree will be shipped by FedEx to one of over 60 military bases across the country and overseas. A gift card with your Christmas wish or message of gratitude will accompany your tree.
Can't make it to our store? You can donate a tree by phone or online! Simply call 516 922-5530 (9am to 6pm daily) and donate using a credit card or online at: www.martinviette.com . Donations are tax deductible, plus for every tree donated, Martin Viette donates $5 to the Christmas SPIRIT Foundation.
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Shop our November hours at Martin Viette Nurseries in East Norwich - everyday 9am to 6pm. Please note: we are closed Thanksgiving Day; open November 29th til 8pm for our annual Tree Lighting Festivities.
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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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