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CELOSIA and POLKA DOT PLANTS

Annual packs add BIG color to seasonal containers and flowerbeds. With four, yes FOUR, plants in one pack... this surely is an economical way to landscape. There are a multitude of varieties when choosing annual pack color. Here’s our top pick for shade and sun:

We at McDonald Garden Center are often asked 'Do you know what this is?'... and in this case, the answer is poa annua, or more commonly known as bluegrass ~ and yep, this little plant is in fact considered a weed in this area.

Here's what you do to get rid of it:

With so many petunias out there, finding your favorites can seem overwhelming. Never fear... we've simplified it for you with answers to all your petunia questions!

  1. How do you prefer your petunias to grow?
    Petunias fall into two categories: Mounding Growth Habit and Trailing/Spreading Growth Habit

  2. TRAILING/SPREADING (cascading growth habit)
    Use as a spiller in containers, window boxes or hanging baskets.

VINTAGE ROSE SUNCATCHER PETUNIA

It’s time to get things in full spring! Here's some of our top picks to wake up your garden.

Raspberry Blast Petunia
This new, breakthrough color in Petunias with pink blooms edged in deep cerise violet will make you say 'Wow'. Its trailing habit and low maintenance makes it a winner for both baskets and beds. Attracting butterflies and hummingbirds, this bubblegum pink bloom is a must have.