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Plants

Tips for Pumpkin Picking & Carving

In the world of pumpkins, there are the varieties that are great for carving and those that are made for eating. Selecting the perfect pumpkin for carving can be a...

Wildlife

Tweet-Worthy” Accessories for the Birds”

SquirrelBuster® Feeder Classic SquirrelBuster® Feeder Standard SquirrelBuster® Feeder Mini Nature Creations Birdhouse Unique Folk Art Birdhouses Creations Bird watching is an activity that brings nature to life!...

Plants

Bio-tone Started Plus

The ultimate starter fertilizer with both endo & ecto Mmcorrhizae, Bio tone Starter Plus is super charged to help new plants....

Seasons

The Holiday Lookbook for 2019 is Here!

The McDonald Christmas Shoppe Gingerbread Houses Ornaments in all shapes, sizes and styles Baby it's Cold Outside Theme McDonald Gift Cards Perfect for the gardener who has everything!...

Plants

So Realistic Even Santa Can’t Tell

Lifelike Trees Lifelike Trees Lifelike Trees Lifelike Christmas trees have come a long way from their modest beginnings and going with an artificial tree over a real one won't make...

Edible

Rosemary, Fresh, Fragrant & Festive

Rosemary, Fresh, Fragrant & Festive 10 Ways to Use Rosemary Rosemary is a must have for every home and garden! It’s one of the most famous, widely grown, and frequently...

Plants

The Fall Veggie Garden

By Kathy Van Mullekom, a lifelong gardener and gardening writer living in York County, Virginia When it’s hot, it’s difficult to think about a cool season vegetable garden....

Plants

Plant of the Week: Ebony Flame Crepe Myrtle

You’ll love this super unique Crepe Myrtle that has exploded onto the scene and has everyone talking about it’s vibrant, dark red blooms offset by intense black, yes black foliage!...

Plants

Grow What You Eat

By Kathy Van Mullekom, a lifelong gardener and gardening writer living in York County, Virginia Dad was never a fan of ornamental shrubs and flowers....

Plants

Plant of the Week:

MEDITERRANEAN PINK HEATHER We're happy to share our plant of the week Mediterranean Pink Heather. This mounding, evergreen shrub establishes quickly for a fine, dense ground cover or border....

Plants

Plants of the Week:

TRIED & TRUE LEMONS FOR HAMPTON ROADS We love lemon so much, we couldn't select just one 'plant of the week' this week......

Plants

Plant Bulbs Now for Sensational Spring Flowers

By Kathy Van Mullekom, a lifelong gardener and gardening writer living in York County, Virginia Bulbs are too often afterthoughts in the garden....

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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.