Spring Veggies

From the McDonald Garden Center Blog

5 Tips for Starting Seeds

As the spring approaches and the sun starts to shine brighter, it's the perfect time to start thinking about your garden. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a newbie, starting plants from seeds is a rewarding and satisfying process that allows you to take part in the miracle of life. However, starting seeds can be tricky, and many gardeners find it challenging to get their plants to sprout. In this blog post, we'll provide you with five practical tips for starting seeds successfully.

The Top 5 Tomatoes to Grow this Season

There is nothing like a fresh tomato picked straight from the vine and perfectly placed in your favorite sandwich or tossed salad. It’s time to start planting up these delectable delights for harvest later in the summer here in the Hampton Roads area. But with so many choices when it comes to varieties and flavors, what should you pick? We are here to help with our top 5 tomato choices from Chef Jeff’s for this 2022 spring season as well as some tips to get those tomatoes on your plate as soon as possible.

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: 

Spring Edible Gardening

Spring edible gardening is one of the most fruitful plantings of the year, with dozens of edible plants to choose from, as well as the sun rising/setting in the perfect course for optimal growing. Whether you have been growing your own food for years or you are just starting, it is always great to fill your mind with helpful hints and tricks to having a bountiful harvest throughout the season. Here are some of our best practices for growing edible plants for your family and friends.