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From plant care tips to seasonal inspiration, our blog is packed with expert advice, creative ideas, and practical solutions to help your garden thrive year-round.

Houseplants

Low-Maintenance & High Impact: Why Bromeliads Are Perfect for Any Gardener

Some houseplants require constant attention, watering schedules, repotting, pruning, and the occasional pep talk. But if you're looking for a plant that delivers stunning color and unique foliage and flowers...

Houseplants

Pothos 101: The Easiest Houseplant You’ll Ever Grow

Let us introduce you to the MVP of easy care houseplants: pothos! This trailing vine is practically indestructible, making it the perfect choice for beginners, busy plant parents, or anyone...

Houseplants

5 Indoor Ferns That Flourish in Winter

Winter is a great time to bring some greenery indoors, and ferns are an awesome way to do it. These ancient plants have been around forever (literally, they’re some of...

Houseplants

Multiply the Green: Easy Propagation Tips for Indoor Plants

Ever wished you could turn one plant into many? Propagation is like plant magic, allowing you to grow new greenery from what you already have....

Gardening Care

The Do’s and Don’ts of Winter Pruning

Winter is a time of rest for many plants, but for gardeners, it can be the best season to shape up the garden for the year ahead....

Edible

Edible Landscaping: How to Incorporate Fruit Trees into Your Design

As winter settles in and your garden is experiencing freezing days and nights, it’s easy to think that the growing season is a long way off....

Plants

Our 5 Fave Philodendrons

Philodendrons are one of the most popular and versatile houseplants out there. With a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, they not only add jungle vibes to any room,...

Plants

Last Minute Stocking Stuffers

Believe it or not, Christmas is this weekend! That means if you haven’t already filled those stockings and placed those presents under the tree, it’s time to grab something fast....

Plants

How to Take Care of Your Fresh Green Gifts

Fresh greens are a great way to ring in the holiday season. Whether it’s a door charm, wreath, or garland, having that fresh cut look and smell can always get...

Plants

Our Top 5 Poinsettias of the Season

Princettia Pure White Red Glitter Luv U Pink Picasso Winter Rose As one of the most famed and favored holiday houseplants, poinsettias are known for their fantastic color, tropical nature,...

Plants

Late Fall Veggie Gardening with Eddie Anderson

In the Hampton Roads area, gardening is a hobby that lasts all year round. Our founder, Eddie Anderson, loves to veggie garden even when the weather starts to cool down....

Plants

Garden Center Gift Giving

Now that the holiday season has officially commenced, it’s time to start thinking about what gifts to give to your ends and family....

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Laxmi Jayaraj (Lux)

Jul 2025

McDonald Garden Center feels like a second home. Plants are always healthy and well cared for. Staff are warm, patient, and generous with their wisdom.

K. F.

Feb 2025

Had a great time at Plantopia HousePlant Adoption Day. Plants are top notch, great selection. Staff are awesome, friendly and knowledgeable, and give great tips.

John Vaquerano

Jan 2023

Marissa and Erin treated us like long lost nursery mates. I got great advice, and will definitely be back. I highly recommend this place.

Elizabeth Cannon

Jun 2025

Associate helped me pick the right planter, fertilized him, and topped with decorative rocks. All for an incredibly reasonable price and caring smiles.

Sebastian Mot

Jan 2020

This place is MASSIVE and has anything you could ever want. The succulent selection is huge, and the staff is very helpful.

Joyce Drakeford

Jan 2019

So knowledgeable. Friendly service each and every time. Find the perfect plant for every spot in your yard. Been a customer for years.