Discover Anthurium care tips and learn about Anthurium hookeri ‘Bird’s Nest,’ a stunning tropical plant for interiors. Explore its origins, uses as a cut flower, and how to keep it thriving indoors.
We teach because our industry needs skilled people. Landscaping and horticulture employ tens of thousands across Canada, yet trained professionals are in short supply. A well-trained person can build a stellar career—from design and construction to greenhouse production and maintenance. Education raises the standard for safety, quality, and sustainability. As a mentor once said: “The only thing worse than training someone and having them leave, is not training them and having them stay.” Our goal is simple: make the trades better and never be the smartest person in the room—because a strong team builds a stronger industry.
Discover the benefits of using native plants in your garden. Learn why species like white oak (Quercus alba) are essential for beauty, biodiversity, and sustainability in southern Ontario landscapes.
Winter doesn’t have to mean a dull garden. With the right plants and design elements, your landscape can stay vibrant and inviting all year long. From evergreens and red-twig dogwood to ornamental grasses and birch trees, discover how to add color, texture, and structure to your outdoor space—even in the snow. Learn why winter interest matters and how thoughtful design can make your garden beautiful in every season.
Explore the importance of trees and get expert tips on planting, care, and species selection to enhance your garden and support a healthier planet.
From Vision to Reality: Our Garden Design Process Imagine stepping into your yard and feeling like you’ve entered your own private oasis—a space that reflects your personality, suits your lifestyle, and brings you joy every day. That’s what great garden design is all about, and it starts with a simple conversation. At Verdant Landscape and … Read more
Spring Clean-Up: Preparing for a Blooming Season Spring is a time of renewal and growth, and our spring clean-up tasks are essential to ensure our gardens and landscapes thrive throughout the season. Here’s why we perform these tasks: Promotes Healthy Growth. Removing dead material from gardens removes the potential for any overwintering pests to infect … Read more
Fall is an important time for lawns and gardens. In general, fall is a great time to plant perennials, shrubs and trees. The later in the season we get, the greater the chance of “frost heave” with newly planted items. If you fall plant in October onward, please, please, please put a thick layer … Read more
I have to say we are at the end of the time to complete this garden task BUT complete it we must. What I am about to share with you is a pruning technique called candling. This process needs to be completed before the growth starts to harden off. This is a photo of some … Read more
Weed Barrier and why it is BAD – and doesn’t work… AKA – Landscape Fabric, Geotextile. And what you should do instead…. As a landscaper, I always dread each time a client asks us to install weed barrier. Landscaping brings a lot of challenges and weeds in gardens are among the greatest. Too many … Read more
