Mother’s Day is on May 8! If your mom enjoys plants and flowers, why not surprise her by arranging for the design and addition of a garden that compliments her home and yard? There are a lot of types to choose from, so we’ve created this guide to help her choose the best garden style …
On April 22 of every year, we celebrate Earth Day to show our support for environmental protection. This year’s theme, Invest in Our Planet™, invites everyone to take steps that clean or replenish the environment. While you can participate in organized activities in your area, you can also get involved by cleaning your own backyard. …
Celebrating Earth Day? Start With Your Backyard! Read More »
How will you be celebrating World Health Day on April 7? Why not spend time outside? World Health Day is an annual celebration with two purposes: to mark the anniversary of the World Health Organization and highlight a different public health concern. This year, the theme is ‘Our Planet, Our Health,’ and people everywhere will …
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You love your garden, but chances are that you love your dog even more, so you want to avoid the many common plants that are unsafe for dogs. Certain types can be toxic when ingested, resulting in life-threatening complications and a high vet bill. At Green Collar Landscaping, we have helped several clients cultivate and …
Dog-Friendly Plants for Your Backyard (and Those You Should Avoid!) Read More »
March 12 is National Plant a Flower Day, which is intended to celebrate the beauty of flowers and the ways that they enrich our lives. You’ll probably come across vivid and inspiring images on your social media feed that day, making you impatient for spring to come around so you can start planting! The good …
Jump Start Your Garden By Growing Seeds Indoors! Read More »
During the cold and often dreary month of February, a three-day weekend can give you and your family the boost you need while you wait for spring. If you haven’t yet made plans for this upcoming Family Day 2022 weekend, Green Collar Landscaping has compiled a list of activities in the areas we service with …
It’s cold and snowing outside. Does that mean you can’t show off your lawn until the next melt? Not at all. With some creativity, you can design a winter landscape that shows off the most beautiful aspects of your yard. Brightly coloured fixtures, winter plants and shrubs, and strategic use of lighting can all combine …
We all know how winter weather unfolds in Ontario. Intense blizzards are followed by above-seasonal temperatures that melt those piles of snow. Then the deep freeze hits, and those puddles of water on your driveways and sidewalks turn into skating rinks. Icy walking services represent a major liability for your commercial building. As a property …
Salt Management: Best Practices for Your Commercial Property Read More »
When you see snow falling outside your office window, you may initially be struck by its quiet beauty. If you manage a commercial property, however, your thoughts may soon switch to worry. What if the accumulation is supposed to be significant? Will your tenants, their guests, and other invitees have trouble getting in or out …
When you get a lot of snow (and in Ontario, it happens all the time!), clearing it away from your commercial property becomes equal parts labour and strategy. With piled snow weighing up to 12 pounds per square foot, advance mapping for extra snow piles can help you avoid accidental injury or vehicle damage. In …
