Each holiday season, our McDonald Garden Center Christmas Shoppe is created with fresh inspiration, festive decor, and ideas to spark your holiday spirit. This year, we’re especially excited about our newest lifelike trees. They capture the natural beauty of a real tree with the convenience of built-in lights, multiple functions, and easy set-up. These trees are designed to be part of your celebrations for years to come, regardless if they become part of your own holiday forest or are replacing a famed holiday centerpiece.
Now that the weather is cooler, many gardeners face a familiar challenge: keeping hungry deer from turning their landscape into a late-night snack. Luckily, there are plenty of beautiful deer-resistant plants that thrive in fall and add lasting color, texture, and structure to your garden.
Here are five standout choices to plant now for a landscape that looks stunning through the season and beyond, no deer buffet required.
Fall is one of the best times to plant trees and shrubs. With more mild temperatures, new plants can focus on developing strong roots before winter sets in. Follow these steps to get your trees and shrubs planted the right way, and give them the best start for the next season.
Just because the temperatures are dropping doesn’t mean your time in the garden is over. In fact, fall might be one of the best times to get your hands dirty. The cooler weather, warm soil, and fewer pests make it easier for plants to settle in and get established before winter. Come spring, your garden will be ready to put on a show.
Here’s how to make the most of your fall planting:
Pumpkins are the ultimate sign of fall. Their colors, textures, and endless varieties bring warmth and charm to any porch, patio, or entryway. From classic carving pumpkins to unique heirloom shapes, these seasonal favorites make it easy to create a display that draws the eye and captures the spirit of autumn. Here’s how to style your porch with pumpkins like a pro.
