Creating Privacy in the Landscape

If there’s a silver lining to the year’s events, it’s how so many of us have had an opportunity to slow down a little bit. Being at home during the […]
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 […]
Therapy Through Gardening

There’s a lot of truth to the old adage that “fresh air is good for the soul,” and there’s no better way to get your fresh air fix than by […]
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 […]
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 Tree Planting Guide

No landscape is complete without trees. When I think about mature neighbourhoods, the changing seasons, and the most breathtaking Canadian landscapes, the trees are the first things that come to […]
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 […]
6 Shrubs to Bring Fragrance to Your Landscape

It’s been proven that scent is closely linked to memory. We’ve all had the delightful experience of catching a whiff that brought us back to our childhoods. I’ve been thinking […]