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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.

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Give Your Houseplants a Summer Vacation

After being inside all winter, there's nothing like sitting outside on a warm day, and just like us, houseplants enjoy the fresh air, sunshine and change of scenery!...

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Plant of the Week: Miss Huff Lantana

If you're looking for showy summer color, Miss Huff Lantana is the way to go! This remarkably hardy perennial is an unparalleled source of quick foliage and flowers in Hampton...

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Top Picks for Pop

Go ahead, make his day with our favorite gift ideas for dear old Dad! Looking for some unique gift ideas for the big guy in your life this Father's Day?...

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Summer in the 757! Gardening To-Dos

Well, summer is officially upon us Hampton Roads! With the days getting longer and temperatures on the rise, your garden needs a little TLC, and summertime is all about garden...

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Plant of the Week: Ebony Flame Crepe Myrtle

You’ll love this super unique Crepe Myrtle that has exploded onto the scene and has everyone talking about it’s vibrant, dark red blooms offset by intense black, yes black foliage!...

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Growing Little Gardeners

People of all ages can enjoy gardening, but children in particular have lots of fun developing new skills. A garden is much more than just plants and soil it’s a...

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The No-Fuss Garden

Terrariums are a top trend and easy to care for just plant it and forget it. For even the most botanically inept, terrariums are extremely easy to create and amazingly...

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Don’t Be Fooled by It’s Name…

TOAD LILY is in fact a true beauty. In fact, it's one of our favorite fall blooming perennials! This deciduous perennial keeps shady gardens from getting dull at the end...

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Cool Color for Hot Spots

While some of may be wishing for cooler temperatures to set in, there are plenty of plants that love the heat and humidity we are experiencing!...

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Seeing Pink!

If a stroll around your neighborhood this spring and summer and notice a pinker than usual palette don’t be too surprised....

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The holidays are in our nature

There's nothing like the aroma and beauty of fresh greenery during the holidays. Seasonal greenery provides a backdrop for holiday decorations and can be embellished as little or as much...

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Fall in Full Bloom

Just because summer is winding down doesn’t mean your garden has to! Fall in Hampton Roads is one of the most beautiful times of the year offering vibrant colors 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.