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From plant care tips to seasonal inspiration, our blog is packed with expert advice, creative ideas, and practical solutions to help your garden thrive year-round.

Plants

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...

Plants

100 Days of Blooms

NATCHEZ CREPE MYRTLE One hundred days of exquisite summer blooms, attractive fall foliage, unique bark, good disease and insect resistance and drought tolerance ~ what's not to like about Crepe...

Plants

The Mini Crepe Myrtle

ORCHID CASCADE CREPE MYRTLE We are crazy for Crepe Myrtles this time of year, especially our littlest crepe... Sometimes referred to as the mini Crepe Myrtle, the blooms on this...

Plants

Celebrating the Local’s Tree for 30 Years!

Known for its beauty, long blooming period and hardiness, the “Tree of 100 days” is being celebrated at McDonald Garden Center’s 30th annual Crepe Myrtle Festival....

Plants

Hats Off to the Sombrero Series

Add a fiesta of color to your garden with Echinacea, commonly known as Coneflower. This summer, we're so excited about the new Sombrero Series of Coneflowers offering the trendiest, sizzling...

Plants

Now You See It. Now You Don’t.

Trash cans, air conditioners, chain link fences, sometimes even your neighbor’s house these are just a few of the things that can interfere with the beauty of your landscape....

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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.