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No Sun? No Problem.

Struggling to find plants for those shady spots? Shade offers the opportunity to grow some wonderful, unique plants that not only tolerate but actually prefer it....

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Plant of the Week: Royale Cherryburst Verbena

You'll love this NEW addition to our collection of verbena. Royale Cherryblast is covered with clusters of cherry red flowers alternating with white stripes....

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Must-Have Summer Annuals

Looking for plants you can trust to create a beautiful, easy to maintain garden? Get growing with this season's must have annuals by Proven Winners....

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Growing Gardeners for 70 Years

The McDonald Story by Kathy Van Mullekom, a lifelong gardener and gardening writer living in York County, Virginia Businesses come and go but some stay and grow to be cornerstones...

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Plant of the Week: Cuphea Vermillionaire

Looking for a heat loving annual that will perform great in Hampton Roads gardens and attract those beloved hummingbirds? Look no further than Cuphea Vermillionaire, also called a firecracker plant...

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Cover Me! Summer Climbers

Dress up fences, arbors, trellises and any structure you want to add a burst of climbing blooms! Flowering vines are an easy way to make a big statement in the...

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The History of the Locals’ Favorite Tree

One of the South's most iconic plants, the Crepe Myrtle arrived in England from its native China in 1759. Few were impressed with the Crepe Myrtle, because it simply would...

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Be the First on the Block

NEW: LANAI TWISTER PINK VERBENA Be the first on your block to get this eye catching and unique bloom. With a trailing growth habit, it’s a perfect spiller in containers,...

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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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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.