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McDonald Garden Center. 65 Years and Growing.

McDonald Garden Center began as a partnership between two brothers in 1945 in Hampton, Virginia.

In the 1950's a diversity of plants and products made the operation a full-line garden center. New buildings and plant display areas met the growing needs of Peninsula gardeners.

In 1973, Eddie Anderson and his wife Sara purchased the garden center. With a commitment to improving the quality of life through the business of gardening, McDonald Garden Center grew rapidly in size and structure.

By the fall of 1980, the business renewed its commitment to Hampton Roads gardeners and expanded into the Virginia Beach market with a second location. Originally a horse stable and riding academy, the Independence Boulevard site has created a unique setting for plants and gardening accessories.

In March, 1992, service was extended to Chesapeake, Virginia, with the opening of McDonald Garden Center on Portsmouth Boulevard. Conveniently located near I-664, this store brings quality gardening closer to another segment of Hampton Roads.

Whatever your gardening need or pleasure in Virginia Beach, Hampton or Chesapeake, McDonald Garden Center is "the place" where people and plants grow together.

Visit any of McDonald Garden Center’s and you’ll know why McDonald was awarded the National Retailer of the Year accolade in 2009.