Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center in Virginia Beach, VA
Founded in 1945, McDonald Garden Center has been a cornerstone of Hampton Roads' gardening community for over 80 years. Our commitment to providing exceptional service and horticultural expertise has made us a trusted resource for both novice and experienced gardeners. We offer a wide selection of locally grown plants and garden materials, ensuring quality and sustainability. With two year-round locations and seasonal Garden Markets across the region, we remain dedicated to enhancing the beauty of homes and gardens throughout all seasons. Our Landscape Design & Installation division combines creative vision with practical expertise to bring personalized outdoor spaces to life.Through generations of family ownership, we have maintained a passion for gardening that extends to our customers. Our knowledgeable team provides tailored advice and educational resources to foster successful gardening habits. From holiday events to online webinars, we strive to cultivate a vibrant gardening community. With decades of combined experience, our professionals prioritize customer satisfaction and environmental stewardship. As we continue to grow, our core mission remains unchanged: to inspire and support gardeners in cultivating their ideal outdoor environments.
Services
Landscape Design
Garden Installation
Seasonal Garden Markets
Horticultural Expertise
Garden Workshops
Online Webinars
Gift Cards
Holiday Events
Plant Sales
Gardening Supplies
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We've been Hampton Roads' leading garden center since 1945
- Our locally grown plant selection supports regional gardening success
- Award-winning landscape design team creates personalized outdoor spaces
- We offer expert horticultural advice through workshops and online resources
- Our seasonal Garden Markets provide fresh inventory across 15 locations
What people say
Best garden store
Plant HEAVEN
Love what they do
Quality merchandise
Pleased with purchase
Services
Landscape Design
Our award-winning design team creates customized outdoor spaces that blend aesthetics with functionality. Using proven principles and local climate considerations, we develop plans that enhance property value while meeting specific gardening needs. Clients benefit from our 80 years of regional experience and commitment to sustainable practices.
Seasonal Garden Markets
Operating at 15 strategic locations across Hampton Roads during peak growing seasons, our markets provide easy access to premium plants and garden accessories. Each location offers inventory tailored to local horticultural requirements, supporting successful planting projects throughout the spring and summer months.
Horticultural Expertise
Knowledgeable staff provides personalized guidance backed by decades of practical experience. Through in-store consultations, how-to videos, and online webinars led by our Garden Guru Mike Westphal, customers receive science-based recommendations for plant selection, care, and seasonal maintenance routines.
Garden Workshops
We offer hands-on gardening classes and private group sessions covering various topics from basic planting techniques to advanced landscape maintenance. Our educational initiatives empower customers with skills to create and maintain beautiful outdoor spaces while fostering a strong gardening community.
Holiday Events
Annual events like our Holiday Open House provide unique shopping experiences while celebrating seasonal traditions. These community-focused gatherings showcase creative decorating ideas, seasonal plant selections, and gift-giving opportunities through a curated Christmas Shoppe and special in-store promotions.
People
Mike Westphal
Garden Guru
Mike Westphal, our expert horticulturist, provides comprehensive gardening guidance through workshops, online videos, and personalized consultations. With decades of practical experience, he helps customers achieve gardening success through evidence-based practices tailored to local conditions.
Questions
What are your current operating hours?
Our year-round stores are open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Seasonal Garden Markets operate March through July with the same daily hours.
Do you offer landscape design services?
Yes, our award-winning landscape design division creates customized outdoor spaces. Consultations are available at our Virginia Beach locations or through our dedicated website.
Where are your locations?
We have two year-round garden centers in Virginia Beach and 13 seasonal Garden Markets across Hampton Roads including Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Chesapeake locations.
Do you provide gardening education resources?
Our Garden Guru offers in-store workshops, online webinars, and how-to videos covering various gardening topics throughout the year to support customer success.
Are gift cards available?
Yes, we offer gift cards for purchase in-store or online, redeemable at both our garden centers and seasonal Garden Markets across Hampton Roads locations.
When is your holiday event?
Our annual Holiday Open House at the Christmas Shoppe runs October 31st - November 2nd, featuring special decorations, exclusive items, and festive gardening inspiration.
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Reviews (5)
Tawnya Bradley
Dec 29, 2021
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Shopaholics beware. Don't come here if you are an impulse shopper like myself. This is the absolute cutest, well designed nursery I have ever been too. Thanks to this nursery I am now a plant hoarder. I am fairly new to Virginia and this nursery is my vice. If you see me shopping, please don't judge, I am seeking therapy.
Jonathan Goldman
Dec 08, 2021
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If you need help designing your landscape ideas, reach out to Lisa Hulme. She is fantastic and far exceeds expectations. Thanks Lisa!
Andrew Jones
Dec 06, 2021
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Last December my wife and I purchased an artificial tree with lights from your Great Neck store. It worked great but then we moved to Ohio and when we put up the tree this year no lights!?! Of course, I forgot to register the tree. No worries, Brendan Cornwell, looked us up and saw our purchase. He was fairly certain of the problem and mailed us a new transformer, plug and on/off switch. It arrived today and worked like a champ! A store that stands by their product and
OUTSTANDING AND QUICK CUSTOMER SERVICE! Thank you, Brendan
OUTSTANDING AND QUICK CUSTOMER SERVICE! Thank you, Brendan
Irene High
Dec 04, 2021
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Is it the pandemic? We visit McDonald's Garden Center primarily during Christmas. Love the plants, decor and the set-up. This year, we purchased almost $100 of greens and plants. When we went to the back to ask for some tree clippings, we were denied them because we hadn't purchased a tree! REALLY?! Every other year, it was not a problem. So disappointed.
Shirley Marciano
Nov 23, 2021
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My husband & I had sod work done & were so pleased with the knowledge & efficiency of the workers! We worked with Lisa in landscaping that made our experience a wonderful one!! Thank you McDonald Garden Center We would recommend you & call you back for more landscaping!!
