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From plant care tips to seasonal inspiration, our blog is packed with expert advice, creative ideas, and practical solutions to help your garden thrive year-round.

Plants

Everything You Need to Know About Daylilies

It’s officially the season of daylilies! They are not only visually captivating perennials, but also incredibly easy to care for, making them a favorite among both novice and seasoned gardeners....

Wildlife

How to Attract Pollinators to Your Garden

Transforming your garden into a pollinator paradise is an exciting way to help the environment while making your outdoor space more beautiful and bountiful....

Plants

The In’s & Out’s of Rose Gardening

Roses are the quintessential flowers, embodying beauty, elegance, and a touch of romance. This guide from our Green Team will walk you through everything you need to know about growing...

Plants

Our Top 10 Shady Plants in Stock

Today, we're excited to share our top 10 shady plants currently in stock at our year round locations and garden markets....

Plants

Our Top 3 Cocktail Container Creations

Creating a cocktail inspired garden is a fun and unique way to bring your favorite drinks to life in your backyard. Whether you're a fan of mojitos, French 75s, or...

Edible

Our Top 6 Veggies in Stock

Our Adventures in Veggieland have started today so we wanted to explore the top six Chef Jeff brand veggies we have in stock right now to help you find a...

Plants

Put the Power to the Petal with These Spring Annuals

The weather in Hampton Roads is starting to warm up, which means it’s a perfect time to get out in the garden with both our newest varieties of plants, as...

Plants

Appreciating Mr. Anderson

This week we are admiring the man that started it all, our founder, Eddie Anderson. McDonald Garden Center has been locally owned and operated for over 75 years and this...

Plants

Springs Best Frond – Ferns!

One of the most fabulous aspects of spring is the wide variety of blooms and foliage that we see coming into the garden center everyday....

Plants

The Markets that Make Spring Great – An Interview with Our Owner

Spring is coming into bloom and that means that our beloved McDonald Garden Markets will be starting up in a neighborhood near you!...

Plants

Love is in the Air – Garden Gifts for Your Sweetheart

Finding the perfect gift for your valentine is a deceivingly difficult task. Amongst the chocolates and carnations, how are you supposed to find something unique for your sweetheart?...

Plants

Top 5 Ways to Keep Your Plants Happy Through the Winter

Keeping your houseplants happy during the ths of the year is sometimes an unpredictable task. One moment your plant could be looking great, the next it isn’t and you’re left...

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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.