From the McDonald Garden Center Blog
Spring is the season of renewal, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by filling your garden with vibrant blooms and lush greenery. Early color, long-lasting beauty, and easy-care options can all come together to make your spring garden truly shine. Plus, we’re sharing care tips to help you keep them thriving all season long.
Spring is officially here! And it's bringing in fresh blooms, warm breezes, and a renewed enthusiasm for the garden. This season, it’s all about blending beauty with functionality and making the most of outdoor spaces. Let’s take a look at how you can get into the garden this season with these trending outdoor activities:
Spring is so close to being here, and that means it’s time to get your garden in shape for the growing season ahead! Here’s a comprehensive guide to essential tasks that will set your garden up for success:
Million bells, also known as Calibrachoa, is a vibrant annual flower that is closely related to petunias. With its small, bell-shaped blooms and cascading growth, million bells is a favorite for gardeners looking to add a burst of color to their landscapes, porches, or containers. In this blog post, we will walk you through everything you need to know to successfully garden with million bells.
Now that the spring season is here, we're diving headfirst into the sweet world of strawberry gardening. Growing strawberries is a fun growing experience as it is not only fruitful, but easy to plant and tend to, making it fun for everyone! Our Green Team has gathered their expert advice here for you to get started on your strawberry growing journey.
Roses, the beloved and timeless flowers, have captured the hearts of gardeners for centuries. These enchanting beauties not only add a touch of elegance to any landscape, but they also come in an array of captivating colors and scents. Here at McDonald Garden Center, a haven for plant enthusiasts, we have recently stocked some remarkable rose varieties that are sure to delight any gardener. In this blog post, we will delve into the five best rose varieties that we have in store.
Geraniums have been delighting gardeners and flower enthusiasts for centuries. With their vibrant hues and delicate petals, they have been a beloved sight in gardens, window sills, and balconies alike. But what exactly are geraniums, and what do you need to know about them? Especially when you’re growing them in your garden? In this blog, we are going to discuss the in’s & out’s of geraniums, where they come from, and how to care for them.
Tomatoes are not only a delicious choice for your salads and sauces, but are also a smart choice for the environmentally conscious among us. Here are a few reasons why we feel tomatoes are sustainable and how they can contribute to a more eco-friendly food system for you and your family:
Petunias, those delightful flowering plants with their colorful blooms, are a power to behold in any garden. But growing and caring for these powerhouses of the annual plant world takes a bit of know-how and care. So, whether you're a seasoned gardener or a newcomer to the world of flora, here are some great tips for growing and caring for your petunias.
Spring has sprung and it's time to add some color to your garden! Proven Winners, one of our most trusted brands for top-performing plants, has some exciting new additions to their collection that we carry at our year-round locations and Garden Markets that are sure to be the perfect new additions to any garden this spring.
