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Looking for a late spring or early summer flowering perennial with a 110% WOW factor? Paeonia suffruticosa, commonly called tree peony, delivers with amazing flowers that are beautiful and fragrant!
Native to China, the Chinese have adored and collected this symbolic plant for centuries. Their desirable beauty caught on to others, including the Japanese, who did extensive breeding with tree peonies. Today, tree peonies are enjoyed in gardens across the United States.
Planting pointers: A little extra attention to the soil will pay dividends for years to come with tree peonies. Amend the soil prior to planting with organic matter such as compost or composted manure. Check the pH of your soil before you plant; tree peonies prefer a neutral or slightly alkaline soil. And once you plant it - leave it be. Avoid: wet spots, poorly drained areas or planting next to a sprinkler head - disastrous for tree peonies! Also, plant a distance away from large trees or shrubs; their roots will rob needed nutrients and moisture.
Bright, sunny locations that offer a respite from the intense afternoon sun are best. Too much shade will produce weak and sparse flowering. Too much sun will cause blooms to fade and pass quickly. Fertilize now (when the plant begins to grow). Use Plant-tone; read and follow label directions for application rate. A word or two about watering: water thoroughly after planting. During the growing season, supply an inch of water each week if rainfall has been lacking, especially for the first few years after planting. Doing so will encourage a deep, healthy root system. Be careful not to overwater! Slow growing, tree peonies can live for decades when properly planted and cared for.
Don't confuse the tree peony with the garden peony. The tree peony does not die back to the ground like garden peonies. Their tree-like branches remain even in the winter landscape. And unlike garden peonies that are cut back in late fall, little if any pruning is ever needed on tree peonies. Leave the pruners in the shed!
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Finally! It's time to start tomatoes, peppers, eggplants (all those delicious warm summer veggies!) indoors. Fresh vegetable, herb and flowers seeds - including heirloom and organic varieties - are at Martin Viette. All the requisite supplies for seed starting - soil, trays, labels and more - are here, too. New to veggie gardening and starting seeds? Click here for some helpful tips or ask any of our sales associates to share their successful seed starting recipes with you. |
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There's no turning back; it's spring at Martin Viette Nurseries! Potted tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, pansies, Ranunculus, and more - perfect for dressing up winter-tired planters and window boxes - are here. Need a new glazed pot or planter to show off these pretty spring flowers? You'll find planters, plants, soil and more - throughout the store. It's time to spring into action! |
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Love to cook outside? Then an outdoor kitchen could be just what your patio ordered - a fabulous outdoor 3-seasons kitchen. Outdoor kitchens extend the enjoyment of cooking, eating and socializing with family and friends. The convenience and ease of having all the ingredients in one place - grill, sink, refrigerator, or combinations of, whether large or small, adds a new dimension to your entertaining. Functional and beautiful, you'll wonder how you ever lived without an outdoor kitchen! Stop by to see the beautiful outdoor kitchen on the lower patio at Martin Viette Nurseries today. Ireland Gannon Associates, Martin Viette's sister company, designs award-winning outdoor kitchens and landscapes. Interested to learn more? Contact them at 516-922-4800.
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You're invited! Indulge yourself in a night out filled with music, shopping & pampering at our annual Spring Ladies Night - Thursday, April 30th, 2015, 6-9pm at Martin Viette - 6050 Northern Blvd (25A), East Norwich.
Experience a night of fun with your friends & the ladies of Martin Viette Nurseries! Enjoy shopping our new spring lines; the arrival of fresh blooming flowers, trees & shrubs; gardening supplies; as well as delightful accents for your home & garden- at a store-wide discount. New for 2015 Spring Ladies Night: easy demos - perfect for the do-it-yourselfer!
Come mingle, enjoy some light refreshments, enter to win one of our many door prizes, & meet our vendors who will be providing many different & exciting products & services for you to experience that night.
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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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It's the latest craze, but we've been lovin' them for years at Martin Viette! Sinful, sexy succulents are 'must-haves' for easy living, easy enjoyment; and a new shipment of pre-planted succulent planters has just arrived. All the planting has been done; all you have to do is enjoy it!
We think of these planters as instant centerpieces for outdoor dining or accent tables, on the deck, terrace or by the pool. Keep it simple with easy-to-follow rules for growing succulents - provide full sun and allow the soil to dry between waterings. Overwatering and/or wet soils is a sure death sentence for succulents. Fertilize sparingly; succulents are not heavy feeders.
You'll love this about our new succulent planters - they're on sale through April 30th. BTW - Perfect for Mother's Day - hint, hint.
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As the horticultural saying goes. . .when forsythia is in full bloom, it's time to apply a pre-emergent crabgrass control to the lawn. So, if forsythia is screaming with yellow flowers in your neck of the woods, apply a pre-emergent control now. (Be prepared to make a second application later this spring.)
It's so much easier to control crabgrass with a pre-emergent material. If you're seeding any bare spots in the lawn, make sure that you use a product that can be applied in conjunction with seeding. Not sure? Ask us.
A word to the wise: Once crabgrass germinates and takes over, post-emergent materials can be used but they are not as effective and can discolor certain grass types. Plus, crabgrass sticks out like a sore thumb - its color, texture, and habit is completely contrary to our typical home lawn grasses.
If you're using a pre-emergent crabgrass control, always read the entire label and follow all directions to a tee. Here's some good advice regarding pesticide labels - read the label first, then apply.
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Many of you have called or visited Martin Viette asking about a mystery yellow-flowering plant blooming along many roadsides and areas of the North Shore. A major word of caution - Ranunculus ficaria is NO friend in the garden!!! A member of the buttercup family, this invasive weed will quickly take over as massive green carpets during spring. Plants disappear during the summer months, leaving pernicious tubers and bulbets underground. Do NOT hand pull or dig out this weed! The careful use of a non-selective herbicide can be applied according to label directions. Ranunculus ficaria resembles the marsh marigold, Caltha palustris, a non-invasive plant that grows in wetland areas. Be certain of the identification before you treat.
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We've got a cure for that! All concrete urns and concrete planters are on sale. Buy a pair and save 25%. Spring is here; it's time to add color and interest at your front door. Stop by to see our new lines of planters, urns, birdbaths, benches, pottery and much more. Everyday 8am to 6pm! |
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Shop Martin Viette every day, 8am to 6pm.
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Spring has sprung! If you'd like to enjoy a new landscape this summer, it's time to act! The award-winning firm of Ireland Gannon Associates (IGA) has affordable solutions for beautifying your outdoor surroundings. Let our design professionals create and install a beautiful landscape - trees & shrubs, gardens, patio, pool or other living areas. From design through completion, we take care of everything so you can plan your summer events in your new garden, and for many years to come. Our crews' schedules fill up quickly in spring, so don't miss the opportunity to enjoy your new landscape this summer. For your convenience, IGA is located at Martin Viette Nurseries, Route 25A, East Norwich (516) 922-4800. Or, we invite you to visit our new website: 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. We ask for your help throughout the winter by donating non-perishable food items. A collection bin is located outside the main doors at Martin Viette's. Your donations will be brought to the INN for distribution. We thank you for any assistance that you can provide.
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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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