What to Do in the Garden in May

As soon as May Day arrives, the gardening season kicks into high gear—are you excited yet? What makes this month so unique is that each week the risk of frost […]
Make Your Pond Fish-Friendly This Spring!

While our forecast is showing a typical spring mix of sunshine with a chance of snow, now is still the perfect time to start planning and executing your spring pond […]
How to Start Seeds Without the Kit!

For most gardeners, seed starting is an annual tradition that would be unthinkable to skip. There’s just nothing like watching a plant’s entire life cycle from start to finish! With […]
Your Spring Garden Prep & Maintenance Checklist

Ah, spring at last! Those of us who have been itching to get outside and play in the garden have finally gotten our wish—but don’t start hauling home your bedding […]
Our Favourite Potted Spring Flowers are Here!

Can’t wait for spring flowers? Me neither! The weather is still far from perfect for planting, but the conditions indoors are perfect for keeping your favourite spring bulbs in pots. […]
How Warm Winters Affect Your Garden & Landscape

This is not a typical year for winter landscape care. As I stare out my front door, I see only an inch or two of snow and in some spaces […]
When to Plant Flowers and Vegetables in Southern Ontario

While the company of houseplants certainly brightens January’s short days, I can’t help but look forward to greener days. With weeks of winter left to go, now is the perfect […]
How to Energize Indoor Spaces with Houseplants

Once the excitement of the holidays starts wearing off, we’ve still got a long stretch of winter weather to look forward to. If you’re the ski-doo or snowboarding type, this […]
Fall Landscape Dos and Don’ts

If you’ve already made your way through our fall garden checklist, congratulations! However, late fall brings a few additional demands to prepare your landscape for winter. With just weeks to […]
Your Fall Garden Maintenance Checklist for Southern Ontario

Fall has officially arrived—isn’t it beautiful? Here at Royal City Nursery, we’re beyond excited for this special season. We have fall decor coming out of our ears, from pumpkins and […]