McDonald Garden Center

Specialties

McDonald Garden Center was founded more than 65 years ago to provide the residents of the area a wide selection of high-​quality products and services to enhance and beautify homes and gardens throughout all seasons. With three year round Garden Centers, seasonal Garden Markets and a Production Facility, McDonald offers a wide selection of unique, plant material, with more than 80% grown locally. We are family owned and operated with locations throughout the greater area.

History

Established in 1945.

McDonald Garden Center began as a partnership between two brothers in 1945 in Hampton, Virginia. In the 1950’s a diversity of plants and products made the operation a full-​line garden center. New buildings and plant display areas met the growing needs of Peninsula gardeners.

In 1973, Eddie Anderson and his wife Sara purchased the garden center. With a commitment to improving the quality of life through the business of gardening, McDonald Garden Center grew rapidly in size and structure.

By the fall of 1980, McDonald expanded into the Virginia Beach market with a second location. Originally a horse stable and riding academy, the Independence Boulevard site has created a unique setting for plants and gardening accessories. In March, 1992, service was extended to Chesapeake, Virginia. Whatever your gardening need or pleasure in Virginia Beach, Hampton or Chesapeake, McDonald Garden Center is «the place» where people and plants grow together.