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 […]
How to Care for Houseplants in Fall and Winter

The later into the year we get, the earlier the sun goes down—and I’d wager we’re all feeling it already! Just as daylight savings time can wreak havoc on your […]
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 […]
Mad about Mums: Ways to Show Off a Fall Favourite

It’s chrysanthemum season at last! Of all the fall symbols, mums might just be my favourite. They’re the perfect flower for ringing in the new season, even when it’s a […]
5 Ways to Preserve Your Summer Harvest

We’ve all been there, planting eight tomato plants “just in case,” getting attached to them, and by August, you’ve got San Marzanos coming out of your ears. What a wonderful […]
Troubleshooting Hydrangeas

It’s hydrangea season again! Are you loving it as much as I am? It seems like everyone in the world is in love with these fabulous shrubs, and for good […]
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 […]
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 […]
Giving Guide 2019: Gifts for Home, Garden, and More

UPDATED FOR 2020 Christmas Day is fast approaching, which means the gift shopping rush is in full swing—but I didn’t need to tell you that, did I? While I’m sure […]
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 […]