Posted by Jay Gruen on Wed, Oct 21, 2009 @ 10:53 AM
Canete Landscape and Garden Center is pleased to announce their new line of custom outdoor "fire-features". A fire-feature is a custom masonry unit that is constructed over a metal frame, featuring a propane fed firebowl. Basically the unit looks like a contemporary version of an old-fashioned campfire, but it operates with the simplicity of a BBQ grill.
What better way to extend your season outdoors than sitting next to a warm campfire roasting marshmallows or sharing a glass of wine on the patio next to the glow of natural firelight. Since each unit is custom made, there is no limitation to size or shape. In fact, units can be incorporated into a grand outdoor kitchen or be constructed small enough that it can be moved around on your patio. Many units will NOT require a permit as they operate within the safe parameters of a BBQ grill. Larger units maybe plumbed to run off a home-fed gas line, but will more than likely require permits and inspections. We put the power of design in the client's hands. Every unit can be veneered with over fifty types Cultured Stone and topped with anything from granite to tile: With the way these custom units are constructed, the options are virtually unlimited. No matter what kind of home you live in Canete Landscape's team of Landscape Designers can help you create the ultimate "fire-feature" to compliment your lifestyle.
Feel free to stop by Canete Landscape & Garden Center at 825 Black Oak Ridge Road in Wayne to browse or selection of plants, stone and garden décor. We also offer firewood delivered and stacked, seasonal displays and holiday décor installed at your home. Call for more information 973-616-LAWN or visit us on the web at www.canete.com
Posted by Jay Gruen on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 @ 11:29 AM
10 Autumn Lawn Care Pointers
We all know the economy is taking its toll on everyone. If Canete Landscape's Lawn Care Division is not yet taking care of your property, here are a few pointers to help keep your lawn looking its best.
1) You need to fertilize your lawn before the extreme cold hits. Your lawn will need food to aid in root growth throughout the winter and to help it produce a stunning green when spring finally arrives.
2) Many people think that they no longer need to water their lawns with the winter months approaching. This is false! It needs water to absorb the fall fertilizer and to grow strong roots. So continue to water your lawn until the winter arrives.
3) Its time for weed killer. Buy a broad leaf weed killer and apply it before the temperatures drop below 50 degree's during the day.
4) Keep the leaves off your lawn. Rake leaves up as they fall. Your grass needs sunlight and leaves will block out the important light it needs. Your grass will yellow and die with leaves on top of it.
5) Mulch a few of the leaves to give your grass a bit of nutrients. However, not too much. Some people simply have too many deciduous trees that are dropping leaves to actually mulch them all. Most of the leaves will have to be removed. Save some of those leaves and mulch under your rhododendron and laurels too. Understory broad-leafed shrubs and tree love decomposing leaves!
6) Be sure to aerate your lawn. The soil compacts down through usage and time so by aerating your yard you are offering the roots a chance to breath and spread. Plus it allows water and nutrients to reach the root system more easily. Canete Landscape will be happy to give you a price on having your lawn professionally aerated rather than doing it yourself.
7) Fall is also a wonderful time to reseed your lawn and fill in any holes that might look patchy. Simply work the soil up a bit with a rake, spread grass seed, cover the grass seed an inch or two thick with peat moss, and then water as usual. Our Garden Center sells "Patch Kit" which makes this much easier, of course Canete Landscape also offers slit-seeding program which is a much more effective means of over-seeding your turf.
8) Fall is also the time for grub control. You will find that adult beetles lay their eggs throughout your grass in July and August. The grubs will grow throughout the winter and they will eat the roots of your grass. This will cause loss of growth and bare spots when spring arrives. So fall is the ideal time to buy insecticide and practice strong grub control.
9) Mow your yard. Try to keep your grass two inches high for the coming winter. Grass that is longer will mold under the snow and the results will be horrific when spring arrives because there will be large dead spots. Grass that is shorter then two inches will probably die.
10) Make sure all toys, lawn furniture, fire place pits, BBQ's, and anything else is removed from your yard. If you have these sitting on your lawn throughout the winter then the grass will die in these spots and it might also make the yard more prone to sickness as the grass molds and decomposes under the weight of the various things so this can make the bare spots where things sat on your grass twice as big when spring arrives.
Given all these pointers, wouldn't it just be easier to call Joe at Canete, and let us do all the work? If that option is not in your stars, then come down to Canete Garden Center and pick up everything you need to do it yourself.
Posted by Jay Gruen on Tue, Sep 22, 2009 @ 11:08 AM
Canete Landscape & Garden Center suggests that you water your mums regularly. Soak the mums until water runs out through the holes in the pot bottom. After the initial soaking, water daily or until soil is moist. Don't allow the potted soil to dry out, as this will harm the plant. as an extra precaution you may consider adding SoilMoist to the potting mix.
Keep mums in natural light or in the direct sun, whether indoors or out. Mum plants need plenty of sun for proper growth. Keep them away from night lighting, as this disturbs their flowering cycle.
Deadhead spent blooms. Just like your perennials and annuals, after flowers begin to wilt and die, pluck them from the plant at the base of the flower. Leave on any buds, blooming flowers and leaves.
Posted by Peggy Ahlen on Mon, Sep 14, 2009 @ 10:06 AM
If you follow Canete on Twitter, you will now see everytime we post a new blog or announce a sale through our website! Stay tuned for more developments!
Posted by Jay Gruen on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 @ 10:59 AM
Come see our huge selection of gardent art, plants and landscape supplies at deep discount! Mention Twitter or Hubspot and get another 10% off!
Posted by Jay Gruen on Tue, Feb 24, 2009 @ 12:06 PM
Now after you are through throwing snowballs at your friends or taking another 80's Movie IQ Test, you can find out what is new at Canete Landscape & Garden Center!
Thats right, Canete now has a Page and a Group on Facebook both designed to let our friends know what we are up too. We will post information on upcoming sales, promotions and events and there you will also find project photos, updates articles and all kinds of useful information!
So stop by and say "hi" next time you are sitting at your desk. To find us just type "Canete" as a keyword in the Facebook search window.
The Canete Team
Posted by Jay Gruen on Mon, Feb 23, 2009 @ 04:39 PM
Canete Landscape & Garden Center is now revamping our home on the web. We are working with consultants who will allow us to bring more online services to our customers making your Canete experience more simple than ever!
Please feel free to contact us with any comments or questions regarding our web site progress, as we value your input!
The Canete Team