Spring Plants

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What’s New in Roses: Our 5 Best Varieties in Stock

What’s New in Roses: Our 5 Best Varieties in Stock

Roses, the beloved and timeless flowers, have captured the hearts of gardeners for centuries. These enchanting beauties not only add a touch of elegance to any landscape, but they also come in an array of captivating colors and scents. Here at McDonald Garden Center, a haven for plant enthusiasts, we have recently stocked some remarkable rose varieties that are sure to delight any gardener. In this blog post, we will delve into the five best rose varieties that we have in store.

Everything You Need to Know About Geraniums

Everything You Need to Know About Geraniums

Geraniums have been delighting gardeners and flower enthusiasts for centuries. With their vibrant hues and delicate petals, they have been a beloved sight in gardens, window sills, and balconies alike. But what exactly are geraniums, and what do you need to know about them? Especially when you’re growing them in your garden? In this blog, we are going to discuss the in’s & out’s of geraniums, where they come from, and how to care for them.

What's New from Proven Winners

What's New from Proven Winners

Spring has sprung and it's time to add some color to your garden! Proven Winners, one of our most trusted brands for top-performing plants, has some exciting new additions to their collection that we carry at our year-round locations and Garden Markets that are sure to be the perfect new additions to any garden this spring. 

10 Spring Shrubs You Need in Your Garden

10 Spring Shrubs You Need in Your Garden

Spring is the season of new beginnings, with nature awakening from its winter slumber and bursting into a vibrant display of colors and scents. As the weather starts to warm up, it’s the perfect time to plant some new shrubs in your garden. Here are 10 spring shrubs that are sure to add beauty and interest to your outdoor space.

Japanese Maple

Our Top 5 Newest Arrivals

It's the perfect time to bring a little bit of that beauty into your own garden and we are thrilled to announce our top 5 newest arrivals that will surely add a burst of color and vibrancy to your outdoor space. From delicate pansies to show-stopping rhododendrons, each of these plants is unique and special in their own way. So, read on to discover our newest arrivals and find your perfect match.

Spring in Hampton Roads - Gardening To Do List, McDonald Garden Center

Spring in Hampton Roads - Gardening To Do List

Is spring really spring without your favorite garden center? We have been serving Hampton Roads’ needs for over 75 years with our expertise, gardening advice, and unique plant material. So, we definitely know what you need to make your garden pop this season. To help make the process even easier, we have collected some spring tips that you can check off your to-do list this national gardening month.   

Springs Best Frond - Ferns!, McDonald Garden Center

Springs Best Frond - Ferns!

One of the most fabulous aspects of spring is the wide variety of blooms and foliage that we see coming into the garden center everyday. In houseplants, we get most excited about the fern shipment full of bright green foliage as far as the eye can see. Ferns seem simple, but are they really?

Get Ready For Spring!, McDonald Garden Center

Expert Tips You Need to Know to Get Your Garden Spring Ready

Spring is on the horizon and we are gearing up for our favorite season of the year here at the garden center. As these cooler months warm-up, it is important to prep for spring blooms and edible gardens by knowing the right steps to achieve the perfect spring garden.  Some things that you will need to start thinking about: