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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.

Outdoor

The Most Haunted Porch on the Block

It’s finally here...the spookiest time of the year! Halloween is almost upon us and it is time to prepare for all the little ghouls and goblins that come to your...

Plants

What’s your Pansy Horoscope?

Pansies are such a perfect companion for fall containers, landscapes, and all types of porch and patio decor. With so many varieties available at the garden center, it is close...

Plants

The Silent Plant Auction

In all the years that McDonald Garden Center has been around, houseplants have always been a priority and passion for our founder, Eddie Anderson....

Community & Events

Staff Fall Favorites of 2021

The weather is getting cooler and the colors of the season are starting to change. It’s finally that time of year where our Green Team staff can share their fall...

Community & Events

Fall Events You Don’t Want to Miss

Since the season has changed over to fall, we are thrilled to share our fantastic set of fall events with our favorite people: our customers!...

Plants

From Pumpkin to Pie

Pumpkins are the most iconic identifier that fall is finally here. Without these gorgeous vine picked squashes, we wouldn’t have our beautiful fall porches, our memories of fall with family,...

Plants

An Early Spring Favorite

SCABIOSA (Pincushion Flower) We know spring is close when you start to see the lavender blossoms of Scabiosa. Also called Pincushion Flowers, they get their name from the interestingly shaped...

Plants

Let’s Talk Lawns

The fall lawn season is nearly upon us and after the long, hot, Hampton Roads' summer, it's time to start preparing for re establishing your lawn or maybe preparing for...

Plants

Holy Hydrangeas!!!

There are some plants that should be in every garden and Hydrangeas are at the top of our list ~ an absolute must have! Nothing says summer like these beautiful...

Plants

Pretty Primrose

PRIMROSE If you’re yearning for a kiss of spring, but Mother Nature seems somewhat slow to oblige, don’t despair. Primroses can be grown with minimum of effort on ny windowsill....

Plants

NEW FALL TRENDS FOR 2016

Melamine Plates “They’re not paper!” With the look of paper plates, these whimsical melamine plates have been flying off the shelves since we got them in....

Plants

Much Ado About Pots

A Guide to Container Planting Container planting is not just for small spaces. Utilizing pots can be a three dimensional artistic display, customized to your character and offering a form...

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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.