From the McDonald Garden Center Blog
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.
Now that spring is in full swing, it’s time to start considering how you want to alter your garden for the new season. Adding in annuals is always a great way to boost the vibrancy of your garden, but perennial bloomers, trees, and shrubs are the way to go if you are looking for those beautiful blooms to effortlessly pop out every year. Quince is one of our most popular early spring-blooming shrubs, so we feel like they definitely deserve a spotlight.
Mulch is an essential component for any well-manicured landscape. Not only does it improve the aesthetics of your yard, but it also provides numerous benefits such as water retention, weed suppression, and temperature regulation. However, there are many creative ways to use mulch that go beyond simply spreading it over your flower beds. In this blog post, we'll explore some innovative ways to use mulch in your landscape.
Spring is the season of new beginnings, with nature awakening from its winter slumber and bursting into a vibrant display of colors and scents. As the weather starts to warm up, it’s the perfect time to plant some new shrubs in your garden. Here are 10 spring shrubs that are sure to add beauty and interest to your outdoor space.
It's the perfect time to bring a little bit of that beauty into your own garden and we are thrilled to announce our top 5 newest arrivals that will surely add a burst of color and vibrancy to your outdoor space. From delicate pansies to show-stopping rhododendrons, each of these plants is unique and special in their own way. So, read on to discover our newest arrivals and find your perfect match.
We love seeing busy bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds flitting about the garden center as they pollinate our vast collection of plants. It tells us that the warm weather is here to stay and sunny days are ahead of us! You too can have these famed garden visitors in your neck of the woods by placing the blooms, foliage, and products they love to eat and drink from in your garden.
There is nothing like a fresh tomato picked straight from the vine and perfectly placed in your favorite sandwich or tossed salad. It’s time to start planting up these delectable delights for harvest later in the summer here in the Hampton Roads area. But with so many choices when it comes to varieties and flavors, what should you pick? We are here to help with our top 5 tomato choices from Chef Jeff’s for this 2022 spring season as well as some tips to get those tomatoes on your plate as soon as possible.
Earth Day comes around every year to remind us about the importance of conservation so we can keep using the planet we love so much! If you’re a gardener, Earth Day is every day that you go out to dig in your beds to enjoy nature’s gifts. Getting out in the garden this Earth Day is one of the best ways to celebrate. If you need some inspiration to get started, that’s what we’re here for!
