The Landmark Group Blog

Advice to inspire.

Hear straight from the experts here on our blog — whether it’s a deep dive into landscape design, a closer look at individual design elements or tips and tricks from our property care team.
What You Need to Know About Landscaping as an Investment

What You Need to Know About Landscaping as an Investment

How to set your project up for success
Property Care Tips For Spring

Property Care Tips For Spring

Use this checklist to make sure your property is ready for summer fun!
Choose the Right Plants For Your Ontario Garden

Choose the Right Plants For Your Ontario Garden

Attract pollinators, deter deer and keep your pets safe
Garden Design and Planting 101

Garden Design and Planting 101

What you need to know when designing and planting your garden
How To Avoid Common Tree Issues in Northern Ontario

How To Avoid Common Tree Issues in Northern Ontario

Trees are an important part of your landscape, so give them some love…
Five Ways To Keep Your Lawn Healthy And Green

Five Ways To Keep Your Lawn Healthy And Green

Lawn care tips from the Landmark Group — part two
Lawn Care Tips For Georgian Bay

Lawn Care Tips For Georgian Bay

How to make your lawn the envy of the neighbourhood — part one
Nine Ways To Freshen Up Your Landscape

Nine Ways To Freshen Up Your Landscape

Breathe new life into your yard with these upgrades
The Best Plants For Your Summer Containers

The Best Plants For Your Summer Containers

Spruce up patios, decks, entries and more with these showstoppers!
Looking For a Great Place to Live, Work and Play?

Looking For a Great Place to Live, Work and Play?

You’ll find everything on the shores of Georgian Bay
How the Landmark Group Attracts and Retains Top Talent

How the Landmark Group Attracts and Retains Top Talent

Three benefits of positive company culture and how they impact you
Choosing the Right Pool for Summer Fun

Choosing the Right Pool for Summer Fun

Use these helpful tips to bring resort living to your backyard.
Delight Your Guests With a Beautifully Designed Outdoor Kitchen

Delight Your Guests With a Beautifully Designed Outdoor Kitchen

There’s more to an outdoor kitchen than just a barbecue — these tips will help you get started.
How To Protect Your Investment With Landscape Maintenance

How To Protect Your Investment With Landscape Maintenance

Six ways to maintain your landscape so it stands the test of time
Choosing the Right Landscape Design Style

Choosing the Right Landscape Design Style

Three different design styles you can incorporate into your home or property’s landscape
What to Look For in Your Landscape Designer

What to Look For in Your Landscape Designer

The five traits that are sure to lead to a great design
Why Your Landscape Project Should Start With Design

Why Your Landscape Project Should Start With Design

Five reasons why it’s worth paying for professional landscape design
Choosing the Right Spa For Your Backyard Retreat

Choosing the Right Spa For Your Backyard Retreat

The four main types of hot tubs and how to choose yours.
How Smart Irrigation Can Save You Water & Money

How Smart Irrigation Can Save You Water & Money

Having a beautiful, lush lawn and garden is easier than ever
How to Keep Your Shoreline Vibrant and Healthy

How to Keep Your Shoreline Vibrant and Healthy

Restore your shoreline to its natural beauty and protect it for years to come
The Best Plants for the Georgian Bay Area

The Best Plants for the Georgian Bay Area

These native plants, perennials and trees are perfect for your garden
Firepit vs. Fireplace: Which Is Right for You?

Firepit vs. Fireplace: Which Is Right for You?

How to choose the one that’s right for your outdoor space
Eight Tips to Keep Your Garden Healthy

Eight Tips to Keep Your Garden Healthy

Even if you don’t have a “green thumb,” these tips will keep your garden looking good all year!
Three ideas to style your fall decor

Three ideas to style your fall decor

Get inspired with these design tips from our decor team!
Christmas Lights 101

Christmas Lights 101

How to light up your house for the holidays.
Outdoor decor ideas for the holiday season

Outdoor decor ideas for the holiday season

A few things to keep in mind when decorating your landscape this winter...
Preparing your property for winter

Preparing your property for winter

A checklist for winterizing your landscape
Landscape Lighting 101

Landscape Lighting 101

Everything you need to know to see your yard in a new light