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Plants

The Silent Plant Auction

In all the years that McDonald Garden Center has been around, houseplants have always been a priority and passion for our founder, Eddie Anderson.

From Pumpkin to Pie

Pumpkins are the most iconic identifier that fall is finally here. Without these gorgeous vine picked squashes, we wouldn’t have our beautiful fall porches, our memories of fall with family, and…just about everything pumpkin spice.

Mums 101

Nothing says the “start of fall” like chrysanthemums (or mums for short). We start bringing these blooming perennials in our stores at the beginning of September and the entire store begins to acclimate into autumn.

Back to School, Take a Friend!

Sharpen your number 2 pencils, grab those protractors, and dig out that trapper keeper because it’s back to school time!

Fall in Love with your Local Garden Center

We are getting into our autumn groove here at the garden center with incoming decor, plants, and garden supplies to prep for fall gardening!

Building Bottle Gardens

Terrariums are not only a great way to display plants, but a fun journey to creating your own tiny world! These contained gardens can be made with almost any clear container, but with bottles, you add an additional.

The Plant Olympics

The 2020 Olympics are finally happening in 2021 and we couldn’t be more inspired by how team USA is showing their talent and sportsmanship in Tokyo this summer.

Intro to Fall Veggie Gardening

It’s hard to believe, but fall is almost here! As we are harvesting our beautiful fruits and veggies from this year’s spring planting it’s time to start planning for the next season!

Crazy for Crepe Myrtles!

The crepe myrtle is one of Hampton Roads’ favorite trees with its tolerance to the summer heat and its gorgeous blooms that can last almost one third of the year!

Creating a Tropical Paradise with Plants

Now that the ths of the year are just around the corner, some of our favorite plants are coming into their season! Creating a tropical look in your home and garden is achievable, even in climates that aren’t.