Spring into Spring: Our Top Picks!

Despite the surprisingly cool temperatures sweeping the nation the past few days, spring has sprung! Whether you are working on your garden or trying to spend a little extra time outdoors, these top picks from Viatek will help you spring into spring! 

To use in the yard:

Clear brush and other limbs around your home with our new Portable Chainsaw! Don't let heavy yard equipment weigh you down! Lighten up with this compact, handheld chainsaw. It makes cutting through small tree limbs and shrubs a cinch. Best of all, you don't have to hassle with power cords, fuel or heavy, dangerous equipment. This ultra-portable tool goes anywhere in its own compact drawstring bag.  

For the garden:

Growing beautiful plants is easier than ever before with the Ultimate Hanging Flower Basket! Get 360 degrees of gorgeous with this design that allows you to plant out the sides of the basket. Remove the lattice work gates to plant your established (up to 4" tall) flowers, herbs, greenery, and more, then simply snap them back to secure the plant in place. No more waiting for your hanging baskets to get that full, lush look! Save time and money by creating your own custom arrangements at home in baskets that can be planted season after season. 

Flutterby Solar Butterflies

Bring floral pots and gardens to life with these fluttering butterflies! When positioned in direct sunlight, these solar butterflies will produce a realistic fluttering butterfly effect! 

Outdoor Animal Repeller:

Keep pests at bay with the all new Outdoor Animal Repeller from Viatek. The Outdoor Animal Repeller works on a variety of pests including raccoons, rodent, armadillos, bats, cats, dogs, and deer! It can also keep farm animals, such as cows, from wandering and feeding in areas where they are not wanted! 

The Outdoor Animal Repeller is great for keeping animals out of:

• Gardens
• Trash Cans
• Nesting Areas
• Flower beds
• Garages 
• Attics
• Cellars
• Basements
• Storage Sheds
• & Anywhere pests are defacing property

For more information on Viatek products please visit: www.viatekproducts.com

6 Ways to Ward off Mosquitoes

After reading an article on Yahoo Health, we discovered that one of the best ways to ward off annoying insects is to use a mosquito trap! But before we get to that, let me highlight five other ways to keep mosquitoes away this summer according to Joe Conlon, the technical adviser to the Mosquito Control Association. 

1. Time it right

Avoid being outdoors during dawn and dusk. 

2. Use a fan

If you are outside on your porch bring a fan with you! Believe it or not, mosquitoes are weak fliers. 

3. Use Bug Lights

Yellow bug light do not attract mosquitoes like incandescent lights according to Conlon. 

4. Dress in loose fitting, light colored clothing

If you are wearing dark colors, mosquitoes are more likely to bite you. 

5. Although it is frowned upon, use deet

Conlon recommends Cutter Advanced 

6. Use a mosquito trap

These devices will trap and kill measurable numbers of mosquitoes. 

We recommend trying the Viatek Mosquito Patio Trap! This silent but deadly trap lures disease carrying mosquitoes and sucks them into a chamber of doom. You're going to love how this chemical free trap keeps your campsite, deck, or patio mosquito free! 

The state of the art design uses acclaimed UV and carbon dioxide generation technologies to attract annoying mosquitoes. 

Once inside the trap they fall into a deadly collection chamber never to be seen again. Features portable go-anywhere design, easy-to-empty collection chamber and a clean killing system that doesn't pop or explode insects! 

For more information on the Mosquito Patio Trap visit our website!

Gardening Tips to Implement This Weekend!

As the snow starts to melt in New England, I know one thing for certain; my mother's favorite season is finally here. The moment she is able to start gardening, a light, that was not present within her during the winter months, shines though. She seeks solace in planting perennials, fresh herbs and vegetables despite being covered in dirt and mosquito bites. Although I don't understand why she enjoys the activity so much, I know that many people share her similar passion for gardening and/or landscaping.

As I was browsing Pinterest, particularly HGTV's profile page, I discovered some simple gardening tips that not only my mother would love, but you guys would love as well! 

Tip #1: Water your Garden!

Generally speaking, water is the single most important nutrient that your garden needs to thrive. But a question that many people run into is: How often should I water my garden? According to eHow, how often you water your garden depends on the soil type (clay, sand, or loam mix), what kind of plants you have, and the amount of rainfall you receive. Use this in conjunction with the dryness of the top 1/2 to 2 inches of soil, to determine when you should water. (Source: eHow)

As a general rule, flowering plants need about 1 inch of water a week (which includes the amount of rain you are receiving as well. 

Need a new water hose and nozzle for the summer? We recommend trying one of Viatek's newest products that comes in a convenient 2 pack: Adjustable Fireman Style Super Nozzles. Modeled after the hoses that professional firefighters use, these nozzles deliver anything from a fine mist to a powerful stream. Ideal for watering bushes in your garden as well as flower beds. 

Tip #2: Rid your fingernails of dirt BEFORE you head outdoors. 

I discovered this tip on HGTV.com and was floored! To prevent accumulating dirt under your fingernails while you work in the garden, simply run your fingernails across a bar of soap. This action will effectively seal the undersides of your nails so dirt can't collect beneath them. 

Tip #3: It's all about the details....

A few little embellishments in your garden can go a long way. 

According to to HGTV, a decorative water feature provides a strong visual accent as well as a pleasing sound. 

Vertically mounted flower pots create more space for gardening and add a unique flare to your outdoor living space. 

Create your very own herb garden in a mason jar! This again, adds a unique flair to your garden and outdoor living space. 

Our Top Picks For Spring: Part One

Now that the warmer weather is right around the corner, it's time to head outdoors and clean up the yard! Get your yard in tip-top shape with these products from Viatek Consumer Products Group. From planting perennials to cleaning up unwanted limbs, viatekproducts.com is your one stop spot for all your spring-time needs. 

Rid yourself of winter time blues and add a bit of color with these Hanging Flower Baskets:

Growing beautiful plants is easier than before with the Ultimate Hanging Flower Basket! Get "360 degrees of gorgeous" with this unique design that allows you to plant out the sides of the basket. Remove the lattice work gates to plant your established flowers, herbs, greenery, and more. No more waiting for your hanging flower baskets to get that full, lush look! Save time and money by creating your own custom arrangements at home in baskets that can be planted season after season for years to come. Comes complete with hook and chain for easy hanging and a 1" built-in reservoir for optimal water retention. 

Heavy storms wreck havoc in your yard this winter? Clean them up with the Amazing Portable Chainsaw!

If heavy yard equipment is weighing you down, lighten up with this compact, handheld chainsaw. It makes cutting through small tree limbs and shrubs a cinch. Best of all, you don't have to hassle with power cords, fuel or heavy, dangerous equipment. 

This ultra-portable tool goes anywhere in its own compact drawstring bag.  

The Amazing Portable Chainsaw features 360 Degrees of flexibility:

Great for precision cutting and working in tight areas 

Easily remove fallen limbs, clear fence lines with ease

Additional Features:

Durable and long lasting

Comfortable to hold

Easy to locate and easy to use (bright yellow handles)

Keep pests away from newly renovated gardens with the Outdoor Animal Repeller:

The Outdoor Animal Repeller works on a variety of pests, including raccoons, rodents, armadillos, bats, cats, dogs, and deer. It can also keep farm animals, such as cows from wandering and feeding in areas where they are not wanted. The PIR motion sensor can view up to 110 degree with a radius of 25-30 feet (7-9 meters). Sound frequency ranges from 21kzh-45khz. 

The Outdoor Animal Repeller is ultrasonic and cannot be heard by humans. Unit operates on 4 AA batteries (not included) and covers a 30 foot radius. 

Great for keeping animals out of:

Gardens

Trash Cans

Nesting Areas

Flower Beds

Garages

Attics

Cellars

Basements

Storage Sheds

Anywhere pests are defacing property. 

For more information on any of the products listed please visit:

www.viatekproducts.com