http://mrtlawnandgarden.comCompany blogs, tips and how-toshttp://assets.newmediaretailer.com/23000/23632/thumb_mrtlawngardenlogo.jpghttp://mrtlawnandgarden.comen-USCopyright 2012, MRT Lawn Sun, 20 May 2012 08:31:23 -0400Sun, 20 May 2012 08:31:23 -0400http://www.newmediaretailer.comblog_68271335903971http://mrtlawnandgarden.com/blog/article/6827/gardeniasGardenias are evergreen shrubs that grow in height from 2 - 15 feet, depending on the cultivar. Leaves are oval shaped, and flowers vary in color -- from pale yellow with purple mottling to creamy white. Most gardenias flower from late March to mid-June.BlogsTue, 01 May 2012 16:26:11 -0400blog_68251335903872http://mrtlawnandgarden.com/blog/article/6825/lovebugsLovebugs are small black flies with red thoraxes. Two flights occur each year. The spring flight occurs during late April and May. A second flight occurs during late August and September. Flights extend over periods of 4 to 5 weeks.BlogsTue, 01 May 2012 16:24:32 -0400blog_64911334242853http://mrtlawnandgarden.com/blog/article/6491/butterflies-101The Life Cycle of a Butterfly "If you have a secret wish, capture a butterfly and whisper your wish to it. Since butterflies cannot talk, your secret is safe in their keeping.BlogsThu, 12 Apr 2012 11:00:53 -0400blog_64801334170966http://mrtlawnandgarden.com/blog/article/6480/crape-myrtleGeneral Culture Well-established plants are extremely drought tolerant and have low fertility requirements, although they respond to fertilizer and water with lush growth.BlogsWed, 11 Apr 2012 15:02:46 -0400blog_62641333281600http://mrtlawnandgarden.com/blog/article/6264/deck-checkIs your deck ready for friends, family and barbecues or are there loose boards with nails popping up? Do a deck check and, if it's the latter, a little TLC will keep it from looking like a wreck. This time of year cleaning and re-sealing is good but don't stop there.BlogsSun, 01 Apr 2012 08:00:00 -0400blog_62651333281600http://mrtlawnandgarden.com/blog/article/6265/top-10-tips-for-new-gardeners-It seems everyone's into gardening, but if you're a novice (or an old green thumb) it may seem a little intimidating. So here are some suggestions to help you grow a bountiful harvest and remember.BlogsSun, 01 Apr 2012 08:00:00 -0400blog_58841330606800http://mrtlawnandgarden.com/blog/article/5884/egg-cellent-garden-starterBefore spring rolls around, a great way to start your garden inside the house is with the help of leftover egg cartons. Fill empty egg cartons half-way with a mild soil mixture and green pepper or tomato plants or whatever you would like to plant.BlogsThu, 01 Mar 2012 08:00:00 -0500blog_58831330606800http://mrtlawnandgarden.com/blog/article/5883/build-a-vine-covered-archway-to-your-yardHow to Enjoy a Fine Vine all Summer Long Often located at the entrance to a garden or patio area, a "pergola" is a vine-covered gateway that's crawling with flowering vines and can help even a small space feel distinctive.BlogsThu, 01 Mar 2012 08:00:00 -0500blog_55731329707351http://mrtlawnandgarden.com/blog/article/5573/container-gardeningContainer gardening is our answer to the big backyard garden we had "back home. " Even the smallest patio or porch or lanai is perfect for a crop of vegetables, a garden of flowers or a simple houseplant when grown in a container.BlogsSun, 19 Feb 2012 22:09:11 -0500blog_55721329707237http://mrtlawnandgarden.com/blog/article/5572/frequently-asked-questions-citrusTrees produce but fruit is dry. Dry, pithy fruit is normally a lack of moisture, and is called granulation. It is also typical for an immature tree.BlogsSun, 19 Feb 2012 22:07:17 -0500