March Break 2026 — Free Kids’ Activities
Come visit during March Break for some fun & educational FREE kids’ activities! Drop-in during our open hours (10 am – 5 pm) on Monday – Friday, March 16 – […]
Create a Green Oasis with Vines

Tanya Olsen, third-generation owner of Royal City Nursery and a Professor in the Horticulture Apprenticeship program at Humber College, loves vines. From both a design perspective and a practical one, […]
Landscaping & Hardscaping 2024 Trends | Interview with Tanya Olsen

We’re diving into the world of landscape planning with Tanya Olsen, third-generation owner of Royal City Nursery, the holder of a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) from the University of […]
Your Guide to Planting Bulbs for Spring

While autumn in Guelph is packed with end-of-season things to do in the garden, we also have to be thinking about what’s going to bloom next year. For me, one […]
How to Easily Grow Citrus Trees Indoors

Ever wanted to grow a citrus tree but thought you had to move to California or Florida to make it happen? You don’t have to live in a sub-tropical climate […]
Make a Splash With Modern Water Garden Features

You may already be familiar with the benefits of water features for the landscape—but what if you’re more into the modern-contemporary look than the usual rustic waterfalls and ponds? Turns […]
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 […]
Top Tips for a Gorgeous Summer Landscape

We’re smack-dab in the middle of summer, and I don’t know about you, but I’m loving it! Greenery everywhere, the first veggie crops are about ready for the table, and […]
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 […]
Spring Pruning is Time Well Spent

During dark times, I always try to look for the light. I’ve said it before; I’m here, and you’re here, and that’s something to be grateful for. In fact, it […]