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Landscaping for Fall: The How-to Guide for Guelph

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At Royal City Nursery, we believe there’s incredible value in professionally planning a landscape, and for me, the outdoors is a necessary extension of the indoor space. With fall in full swing, I realize you might not be spending as much time outside as you have been, but keeping both worlds connected should remain a priority even heading into the colder months. In this blog I’m going to let you know what you can do right now before the first frost hits to make the most of your fall landscape and how our team can help!

Landscaping for Fall in Guelph

Guelph has some fairly diverse landscapes to play around with, which is probably why our landscaping team has so much fun! We also understand the unique needs of our city’s terrain and love helping you plan and execute projects that enhance your property’s aesthetics. Thinking about optimising microclimates, drainage, and the overall integration with the surrounding environment is a big part of a professional landscape design. 

If you’re looking for some inspiration for landscaping in the fall, let’s start with some sure-fire ways to spruce up your personal oasis.

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Royal City Nursery Landscaping Install

Before we go into the smaller details of fall landscaping, it’s time to book your fall install before we fill up! If you’re not quite sure where to take your landscape, or maybe need some more experienced hands to help, now’s the time to schedule yourself in

Why is a Royal City Nursery Landscaping install so amazing?

Well, one of the things our landscape architect does on site is assess your landscape’s microclimates, the sun, shade and wind tunnels, and things such as drainage and grading. This is the kind of stuff a professional will see that you might miss, and from that vantage point we can create a landscape design based on a context that actually works. Our goal for you is to have you plant once so you’re not trying a bunch of different things only to find out something doesn’t work. 

When we’re planning landscapes, we’re planning something that’s a little bit more complete, so for us, adding functional outdoor spaces and rooms make your outdoor space more comfortable and unique. We also want to capture the personality of the home and make sure it goes into the landscape, too. What I always say about landscape design is that it’s one of the only mediums where you have to be aware of a space for five, or even ten years in the future because everything in that design is constantly changing and growing all around it. 

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Thinking Seasonally

As far as fall landscape design goes, you don’t have to look at it just from a professional perspective, but you can keep going with your planting fairly late into the fall. We’ve got beautiful weather right now, and the soil is still nice and warm for new plants, which means really good root production. This also gives plants a head-start for good, solid growth come next spring!

Here are some of my favourite ways to shake up your landscape this fall and how a well-planned landscape design from Royal City Nursery can get you there:

1. Native Plant Landscaping for Microclimates

The city’s unique microclimates usually require careful consideration when selecting plants for your fall landscape. Embracing native plants is a great way to ensure resilience in local conditions and promotes biodiversity. Fall, of course, is an excellent time to plant native species as the cooler temperatures and increased moisture levels help them establish strong root systems. Come and chat with us before choosing native landscaping plants so you can be sure they will thrive in your garden and complement the surrounding landscape. 

2. Grading for Effective Drainage

Proper grading is fundamental to a successful landscaping project in any season. It not only directs water away from your home’s foundation, but also prevents erosion and creates ideal conditions for plant growth. Our landscaping team can assess your property’s grading needs and implement the necessary changes, ensuring that water flows where it should, and that your landscape remains healthy and attractive. 

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3. Hardscaping for Outdoor Living

Guelph’s fall foliage is obviously stunning, so why not make the most of it by creating an outdoor living space that allows you to enjoy the great outdoors even more? As the temperatures start to drop, I think some hardscaping upgrades and features like a patio or retaining wall could be the perfect way to savour the fall in secluded style.

Try a rain garden to help reduce water runoff, filter pollutants, and provide a micro-habitat for local wildlife.

4. Integrate Context & Surroundings:

I really love how a professionally planned landscape seamlessly blends with its surroundings, marrying the indoors and outdoors into the perfect environment. Good landscape design for a ‘fall vibe’ should think about the natural elements, the neighbouring properties, and the architectural style and colours of your home. Think of it as joining two forces into one epic design that will add significant value to your home and ensure your landscape feels like an organic extension of the surrounding area!

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5. Festive Fall Design

Fall offers unique opportunities for landscape design and allows us to really dig into some deep, vibrant colours that blend into Guelph’s seasonal transitions. Give your containers a refresh with our selection of fall cabbages, kales and other fall favourites, and toss in some of your most-loved harvest additions like pumpkins, squash, and corn stalks for an extra-festive touch.

6. Long-Term Value & Maintenance:

A professionally planned landscape isn’t just about initial design and installation; it’s about long-term value. Our experts can guide you on proper maintenance techniques to ensure your landscaping continues to flourish in all seasons. By investing in ongoing care, you protect your property’s value and ensure that your outdoor space remains a source of pride for years to come.

 

If you’re ready to get your garden fall-ready with some seasonal mastery, come see us today for all of your fall landscaping needs in Guelph and to book your Royal City Nursery landscaping install—but hurry! We’re almost full!

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