Landscaping with Fruit Trees

Now that we’re seeing more and more days of T-shirt weather, lots of us are starting to get the “gardening itch”—we’re ready to begin planting, ASAP! While it’s a little […]
Get Your Lawn in Shape for Spring

These days, it sure feels nice to step outside. We’re finally seeing the weather turn a corner, just in time to offer some respite from all the working from home […]
Planning Your Patio Design

Patios are more of a feeling than anything else. Wherever you like to spend time in your yard takes on the role of a patio—for some people, it’s a group […]
Front Yard Landscaping for the Holidays

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for front-yard decor! From wreaths, to lighting, to snow-covered plants, the landscapes in Guelph are a perfect match for the chilly winter […]
6 Tips for Winterizing Your Landscape

It’s time to put your landscape to bed, and while your shrubs and trees likely aren’t dreaming of sugarplums (unless they’re plum trees), winterizing them properly is the best gift […]
The Benefits of Lighting Your Landscape

“Modern Farmhouse Landscape” by Kichler When most people think about landscape design, lighting isn’t normally top of mind. We’re all familiar enough with the importance of sunlight, but it’s just as […]
Inspiration for Your Backyard Landscape Design

If it’s time to rethink your backyard landscape design, the very first place I like to start is finding inspiration. At Royal City Nursery, we do a lot of landscaping […]
Your Fall Lawn Care Guide

Here’s my controversial opinion: fall lawn care is fun. I can practically feel the eye rolls I’ll get for that, but I stand by my opinion. Consider this: you get […]
Your Guide to Late Summer Watering in Guelph

Here in Guelph, the transition from summer to fall is a beautiful process to behold. Our landscapes shift from the neon colour palettes of summer to an array of rich, […]
6 Gorgeous Flowering Shrubs for Guelph Landscapes

While it’s always exciting to check out the year’s new annuals, I’m a sucker for shrubs. A good flowering shrub adds so much structure and beauty to a landscape, and […]