Fall Houseplants: How to Nurture Your Tropical Plants Through the Season
As the days grow shorter and the nights cooler, we’ll soon be spending more time indoors than outdoors. Now is the perfect time to start preparing to bring our plants […]
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12 Essential Tips for Late Summer Gardening in Southern Ontario
As summer begins to wind down, August is a crucial month for gardeners in Southern Ontario. While the days are still warm and the garden is in full bloom, there […]
Pests to Avoid: How To Spot and Remove Pests
In every garden, not all insects are friendly visitors. While some bugs can be beneficial, others can wreak havoc on your plants, causing significant damage and threatening your garden’s health. […]
Understanding Leaf Spots: Causes and Solutions
Leaf spots! We’ve all walked into our gardens and seen those dreaded yellow and brown spots on our leaves before, or perhaps you’re just seeing them for the first time […]
Welcoming Good Bugs: Nature’s Helpers in Your Garden
Did you know that some bugs can actually help our gardens and yards thrive? By attracting beneficial insects, we can enhance the health and vitality of our outdoor spaces in […]
Queen of the Vines: Clematis
Tanya absolutely loves Clematis! As far as she is concerned, they are the Queen of the Vines. Vines don’t take up a lot of space and are great if you […]
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, […]
Tanya Talks Fertilizer: Demystifying Fertilizers
One of the most common questions we receive at Royal City Nursery is ‘What fertilizer should I be using? The answer, however, is not a one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re tending to […]
Mastering Cold Crop Veggie Planting in Southern Ontario with Tanya Olsen
As mid-April ushers in unpredictable temperature dips in Southern Ontario, gardeners must remain vigilant in protecting their tender crops outdoors. Tanya Olsen, third-generation owner of Royal City Nursery and a […]
Earth Day: Sustainability Efforts at Royal City Nursery 2024
Earth Week has arrived, and at Royal City Nursery, we’re proud to showcase our commitment to sustainability. As we gear up for our Earth Day Birthday weekend on April 20th […]