HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., May 2, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Spring is in full bloom and Kmart is making it easier for Shop Your Way® members and customers heading outdoors to plant, prune and enjoy their yard. Today, the retailer announced Plants for Life, Guaranteed, a new program designed to allow customers the opportunity to purchase select trees, shrubs and perennial plants with confidence that they will last a lifetime - literally! Kmart is the first national retailer to devote a lifetime guarantee on plants, perfect for those looking to keep a well-maintained yard for years to come.

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The offer is designed to complement Kmart's already popular garden departments among do-it-yourself gardeners. Qualifying plants at a Kmart lawn and garden center can be identified with a Plants for Life, Guaranteed tag and will automatically come with a lifetime guarantee upon purchase of the plant. For novice or even the most seasoned gardeners, keeping a plant thriving can prove challenging, so if any eligible plant dies, simply return it to a local Kmart store, along with the original receipt, and Kmart will replace it for free.*

"At Kmart, we dig gardening. We recognize that a properly landscaped yard is an extension of our living space and is essential to a home's appearance. Plants for Life, Guaranteed grows our outdoor offerings and remains a budget-friendly option for members looking to upgrade their garden," says Kelly Cook, Kmart chief marketing officer. "Our members can also continue to perfect their outdoor living spaces with Kmart's wide selection of outdoor products including furniture, décor and accessories."

For gardening gurus looking to get a start on sprucing up their outdoor yards, shoppers can enjoy great deals and deep savings right now at Kmart, like 25% off shrubs and small fruit, reg. $4.99-$18.99.**

For more information on Plants for Life, Guaranteed visit Kmart.com/Plant.

*Return a qualifying perennial, shrub or tree that has died with original receipt, and we'll replace it with the same plant at no additional charge. Restrictions and exclusions apply. Applies only to plants designated "LT" on receipt. Annuals, houseplants, tropicals, seeds, bulbs, and seasonal plants including, but not limited to, Christmas trees, poinsettias, and Easter lilies are excluded. If same plant is no longer available, we will refund the full purchase price. After 30 days from purchase, refund will be issued as a Kmart Gift Card. Guarantee does not apply to abused or neglected plants or plants damaged or destroyed by mechanical (vehicles, snow plows, mowers, etc.), chemicals, animals, vandalism, or acts of God, including, but not limited to: disease, insects and related plant pests, or weather. See store associate or Kmart.com/Plant for full details.

**Offer valid 5/1 through 5/7/16 on select shrubs and small fruit while supplies last.

About Kmart
Kmart is making shopping fun again. The retailer, a subsidiary of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD), is bringing back the iconic Bluelight Specials, hosting Freebie Saturdays and in-store family events for its Shop Your Way members and customers. Kmart offers customers thrilling deals and amazing finds on quality products and exclusive brands including Jaclyn Smith, Joe Boxer, Route 66 and Smart Sense.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Sara Weitz
Kmart
847-286-0774
Sara.Weitz@searshc.com

Andrea Abate
Zeno Group for Kmart
312-396-9700 (5528)
Andrea.Abate@zenogroup.com

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