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Thrillers, Fillers, Spillers Planting in Containers

When is the right time to add a new potted container at your house? In our opinion, it is always the right time to add a new potted container into the mix! First, you’ll need to decide the location of where you'll put your container and how much light it will receive. The most important question...

Winter Care For Your Plants

Florida weather conditions can be extreme or mild, one thing we do know, it’s very unpredictable. First off, we don’t really have a dormant season here like up north. Plants will grow year-round, all 12 months, (except for seasonal annuals of course)however, growth does slow down in the...

Shop Local This Holiday Season

Whether you need to purchase gifts, greeting cards, dinner fixin's, baked goods, twinkle lights, decorations or even just some extra chairs, a new welcome mat, spare bedding or one more air mattress, the holiday season can seem like it's all about shopping. It is easy to get overwhelmed with sales...

Pet Dangers During the Holiday Season

The holiday season is a stressful, hectic time, but it can also be a downright dangerous season for pets. Being aware of the hidden dangers that lurk in everything from holiday food and decorations to family visits is essential for all pet owners to safeguard their furred, feathered and scaled...

Hurricane Recovery

Hurricane damage and recovery in the garden: If you live in Southwest Florida, you and your garden has probably been through a few (to many) hurricanes – especially in the last month. This blog post will help you recover your garden and landscaping, if possible. As Floridians, we are all too...

MRT Announces The Addition Of A New Venice North Location!

Here we grow again! MRT Lawn and Garden Center is excited to announce the addition of a new location at 385/395 US 41 Bypass N., Venice, FL 34285. With an expected opening of 2025, this location will offer a full-service retail garden center with home decor, apparel, pottery, outdoor furniture, and...

Summer Gardening: Keeping Your Plants And Garden Healthy

Pests: Monitor your garden weekly for harmful insects. Knowing which insects attack a plant can allow for faster identification and easier treatment. Bugs often hide on the underside of leaves, on new growth and at the base of leaf stems. If you see bugs on your plants, take a clear photo on your...

Heat Advisories! Protecting Your Plants From Heat Stress

Watering your plants deeply in the morning will help to combat heat stress during the day. Thorough watering also encourages the roots to grow downwards, plants with deep roots are much more resilient and capable of withstanding dry spells and extreme heat. (Water your plants slowly and...

Understanding Light Levels In Your Garden And Plant Labels

Basic Light Level Definitions Full sun - more than 6 hours of direct sun per day Part sun - 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day, including some afternoon sun Part shade - 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day, mostly before midday (noon) Full shade - less than 4-hour direct...

Are The Summer Rains Enough To Water Your Plants?

A common question we get, are the rain showers enough to water my garden? It’s a tough question to answer, we all know the Hot South Florida summers bring the, almost daily, afternoon showers, humidity and thunderstorms. It’s common to get a heavy downpour for 30 minutes and that may not be...

Heat and Humidity Loving Plants

Summer is right around the corner, now is a great time to give your garden a seasonal refresh with these heat and humidity loving plants. We have a great selection at both store locations of these colorful Annual and Perennials. - Portulaca and Purslane are great drought loving groundcovers, used...

Hummingbird Migration Schedule

Hummingbirds are some of the most desirable and sought-after backyard birds, and many birders eagerly watch the hummingbird migration schedule to be prepared for these flying jewels. Understanding when hummingbirds migrate can help every birder be ready to welcome and nourish even the smallest...

How to Effectively Compost

Composting can be a great way to recycle organic material, create rich amendments for your landscape and garden, reduce your overall waste, and save money. It takes more than just tossing scraps in a pile and letting them decompose to make the most of your compost, however, but with these...

April Gardening Tips

It’s almost that time of the year again. April is upon us and you know what that means. It’s time to break out your tools and go to work on your garden. As always, we were forced to wait for Mother Nature to keep up as Spring rolls around while snow may still be on the ground in some areas....

The Issue With Overwatering Houseplants

Houseplants need regular watering in order to take up nutrients from the potting soil, to nourish new growth, and to keep their foliage lush and full. But overwatering can cause a variety of problems, and can even be fatal for a houseplant. The Watering Houseplants Need Different houseplants can...

10 Best Tips for Starting Seeds Indoors

Starting seeds indoors can seem intimidating for gardeners who may not have the greenest thumbs, but it's not hard to do with the right preparation and attentive care. Why Start Your Own Seeds? When it is possible to buy healthy seedlings from garden centers and nurseries, why should you bother...

Your Guide to Air Plants and Air-Purifying Plants

Houseplants are a beautiful addition to any décor, and they can serve several practical purposes as well. Understanding air plants and air-purifying plants can help you choose the best houseplants to incorporate into every room of your home. Benefits of Houseplants Houseplants are more than just...

Best Houseplants for Beginners

Houseplants are a great addition to any space, from small work cubicles or a simple apartment or condominium to a large, multi-story house, a classroom, corner executive office, ranch home or luxury suite. No matter where they will be placed, however, if you've never had a houseplant before, it's...

Benefits of Houseplants

Houseplants are more than just living decorations, they provide many surprising benefits in every room where they grow. By understanding the positive effects of houseplants, you can more easily choose the best plants to add a touch of nature to your home, office, classroom, or workspace. The Many...

DIY Indoor Succulent Garden

Houseplants have many wonderful benefits – they purify the air, enhance mood and even improve focus and concentration. Succulents are some of the easiest and most versatile houseplants to add to your décor, and creating a do-it-yourself indoor succulent garden is a great way to bring these beauties...

How to Install a Kitchen & Bathroom Sink

If you’d like to spruce up your kitchen or bathroom with a shiny new sink and faucet, you’ll be happy to know it’s a job that can be handled by those with just a little DIY experience. Depending on the scope of the overall job, this is usually a weekender project -often finished in just a couple...

How to Add Curb Appeal

Whether you are considering selling your house or just want to spruce up your property to better reflect your tastes and personality, it is easy to add curb appeal to any house. With thoughtful consideration, you can quickly give your home the facelift it deserves. What Is Curb Appeal? Curb appeal...

Home Cleanup After the Holidays

The holidays are a crazy, busy time, but it is only after the guests have left, the decorations are put away, and the schedule gets back to normal that you may realize just how messy these special occasions can be, especially to your flooring. With the right care and attention, however, you can...

Winter Home Improvement Projects

It’s easy to feel cooped up inside after a few months of winter. The holiday buzz has died down, you’ve finally finished putting away all those seasonal decorations … so, now what? The winter months are a great time to embark upon an indoor home improvement project or two! Whether you want to get...

Get That Guestroom Spruced up For the Holidays

If you’re ever going to need a guest room, the Holidays would most likely be the time. As family and friends travel to be with each other during this time of year, what could be more welcoming than a thoughtfully prepared guest room? While many family members from afar would simply appreciate a...