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Houseplants

Houseplant Hits: Our 5 Must-Have Picks This Month

If your indoor space needs a new life and a little greenery after the holidays, houseplants are the perfect solution. th, we’ve selected five houseplant superstars that are easy to...

Plants

Evergreen to Everyday: How to Refresh Your Space After the Holidays

As the twinkling lights and festive decor come down, your home may feel a little bare, but that’s the perfect opportunity to refresh your space with the beauty and vibrancy...

Outdoor

Spruce Up Their Season: Giving Fresh-Cut Wreaths and Porch Pots for Christmas

There’s something magical about the scent of fresh cut evergreens during the holiday season. A whiff of pine, fir, or cedar has the power to instantly transport you to a...

12 Days of Holiday Magic: Decor and Gift Ideas for a Beautiful Season

The holidays are the perfect time to embrace the magic of festive décor and thoughtful gifts that bring joy to your home and garden....

Seasons

Bring the Holidays to Life with These 5 Festive Houseplants

Holiday houseplants are a simple way to decorate as well as bring a little extra holiday cheer into your home. From colorful blooms to lush evergreens, the five plants we’ll...

Seasons

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Fresh-Cut Christmas Tree

The holiday season is here, and there’s nothing quite like the sight (and smell) of a fresh cut Christmas tree to bring the magic of the season to life....

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....

Plants

How to Shape a Lifelike Tree

Before you deck out your Christmas tree with ornaments, picks, and ribbon, you need to start with a great shape. The shape of a lifelike tree not only helps with...

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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.