The Best Plants for Late-Season Colour
Annuals may be all the rage in the spring, but from mid-summer to fall, shrubs and perennials are the king and queen. If you’ve noticed that your garden tends to get a little drab as the season progresses, these glorious selections will breathe life into your late-summer landscape! ‘Karl Foerster’ Feather Reed Grass A […]
Your New Tree’s First Year: Watering, Protection, and More
Planting a new tree or shrub is a big commitment—not just because of all the watering you’ll do, but because these plants will most likely live on your property longer than you will! Since your new tree or shrub is about to be a permanent (or near-permanent) fixture in your landscape, you’ll want to know […]
Plant These Now for Late Spring and Early Summer Colour!
The frenzy to plant whatever draws our eye at the garden centre can sometimes leave us short-sighted to what will last into the next season. It’s not uncommon for excited gardeners to fill their carts with annuals at their spring peak, only to find their garden has begun to fade just as summer sets in. […]
Hostas: Planting & Maintaining a Shade Garden
The hosta, or plantain lily, is a highly regarded go-to when it comes to shade gardens. There’s just so much to love about this low-maintenance perennial! Its compact form makes it perfect for borders and mass planting or filling out gaps in the garden. While it does produce some pretty flowers in summer, the hosta […]
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 varies, so a well-planned to-do list will ensure you can get more done (and have more fun!) all month long. Strap on your trusty gloves; […]
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 annuals just yet. First things first, work your way through this spring gardening checklist and get your landscape set up for warmer temperatures and another […]
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 opportunity to channel our longing for the gardening season into productive planning! If this will be your first or second year of gardening, this planting […]
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 ornamental corn to straw bales and scarecrows. I think you’d agree that there’s so much to love about fall—cooler weather, warmer beverages, and the return […]
Start Planning for Fall Planting
It’s hard to believe fall is nearly upon us, and as much as we’ll miss the summer sun, I am over the moon to be heading into autumn. The colours, the hearty food, and the sweater weather—what’s not to love?! However, what I’m most excited about is all the fall planting; there aren’t many things […]
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 even though it’s been stinkin’ hot and humid in Southern Ontario, it feels good to sit on the patio with a cold drink and soak […]