Verdant Landscape & Design 
We were at a clients and performed a LOT of pruning. There are 3 examples of plants we pruned. Old, overgrown apples, an old dappled willow standard and a Rose-of-Sharon. The difference between spring-flowering and summer-flowering woody plants lies primarily in their blooming patterns and the type of growth on which they produce flowers. Spring-Flowering … Read more
Spring Garden Tips: What to Do and What to Avoid Ignore Your Lawn! It’s far too early to work on your lawn. 1. Why It’s Too Early to work on your lawn. Working on your lawn too early in the spring can indeed be counterproductive for several reasons: Risks of Damaging New Growth • Tender … Read more
Pruning trees is a crucial aspect of tree care that ensures their health, safety, and aesthetic appeal. In Ontario, Canada, proper pruning practices are essential to maintain the vitality of urban trees and prevent diseases such as oak wilt. I am going to explore the best timing for pruning, the importance of following International Society … Read more
I became a plant geek at a very early age. My mom and dad used to tell me some interesting things about plants (and the environment) and when I started working with my Uncle Ralph, he told me so much more. Some of the interesting tidbits I learned were: Tie a red ribbon around your … Read more
Many people believe that dogwoods are difficult to grow, but that’s simply not true. With a little knowledge and some basic care, you can enjoy these stunning trees in your Ontario garden without breaking a sweat. Let’s break down the care requirements for both Cornus florida and Cornus kousa.
Learn how to design, install and maintain decorative planters and urns.
Here are a number of reasons why I believe planting in the fall is a great decision for gardeners and us landscapers. Please excuse my language,… I am a plant geek and I tend to anthropomorphize plants making them seem sentient…
Garden design is really our sweet spot. If you even need any help or just have questions, please reach out to us.
One of our pet-peeves is the low barrier to entry for landscaping companies. You can see evidence of this at many traffic lights – signs advertising interlock installation for an unbelievable price. They usually are not installed correctly and will fail after one or two freeze/thaw cycles. Please don’t get me wrong. There are many … Read more
