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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.

Gardening Care

Winter Pruning

PROMOTE GOOD HEALTH IN TREES & SHRUBS by Kathy Van Mullekom, a lifelong gardener and gardening writer living in York County, Virginia There was a time I was hesitant to...

GET THIS LOOK!

DO IT YOURSELF LIVING VALENTINE This year, give your Valentine a living gift made by your own two hands. All you need are just a few materials and some beautiful...

Houseplants

Orchids Need TLC

Orchids need TLC, but a little goes a long way! by Kathy Van Mullekom, a lifelong gardener and gardening writer living in York County, Virginia There it was in all...

Plants

Plant of the Week:

MOTH ORCHIDS, Phalaeonopsis We ❤️ these gorgeous orchids in fact, we can't get enough of them. There's such a special grace to the long, arching stem of these plants....

Plants

Say It with Flowers

Did you ever stop and think about the meanings behind your favorite blooms? Throughout history, people have given flowers to each other as a symbol of their longing, devotion, love...

Plants

Why Wait?

FORCING SPRING BLOOMING BRANCHES Tired of waiting for spring and the beautiful blooms it brings? By forcing spring blooming branches to bloom, you'll get that early color you've been craving....

Plants

Jolly Up Your Holidays

DECORATING WITH RIBBON Ribbons are perfect for holiday decorating. They’re cheerful, inexpensive, versatile and readily available. Our design team loves to use ribbon in expected and unexpected places....

Plants

Veg Out!

The end of summer doesn’t mean the end of vegetable gardening. Cooler weather makes gardening more enjoyable and there are less insects to bug you....

Plants

Celebrating a Local Tradition

Known for its beauty, long blooming period and hardiness, the “Tree of 100 days” is being celebrated at our 31st annual Crepe Myrtle Festival....

Plants

Annual Packs – Fast Growing & Carefree!

CELOSIA and POLKA DOT PLANTS Annual packs add BIG color to seasonal containers and flowerbeds. With four, yes FOUR, plants in one pack......

Plants

Keep Your Winter Green with Conifers

Winter weather may be dreary, but your landscape doesn’t have to be. Cone bearing trees and shrubs, known as conifers, can transform landscapes from ordinary to extraordinary with their assortment...

Plants

Faux Tree 101

HOW TO SHAPE A PRE LIT TREE Beautiful trees start with a great shape. Our design experts have put together these easy steps to help make your tree sparkle and...

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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.