P&R Classic Landscaping

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

A Bellflower That Keeps on Ringing All Summer Long! 🔔

Carpathian Bellflowers are a beautiful, low-growing perennial that adds a splash of blue, purple, or white blooms to gardens throughout the summer. Their bell-shaped flowers make them a great choice for rock gardens, borders, pathways, and retaining walls.

To keep Carpathian Bellflowers looking their best:

1. Plant them in full sun to partial shade.
2. Use well-draining soil to prevent root rot.
3. Water regularly during dry periods, especially when newly planted.
4. Remove spent flowers to encourage continued blooming.
5. Divide mature plants every few years to maintain vigor and prevent overcrowding.

These hardy perennials are easy to care for and provide long-lasting colour year after year.

Do you have Carpathian Bellflowers growing in your garden? Share a photo in the comments!

If you're thinking about upgrading your landscape, we're here to help.

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📍 Serving Durham Region and the GTA, including Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle, Clarington, Uxbridge, Port Perry, Markham, Stouffville, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora, Newmarket, Scarborough, North York, Toronto, and surrounding areas.

06/16/2026

Another property transformed by P&R Classic Landscaping!

This project featured a complete landscape refresh with custom garden bed design, natural armour stone borders, fresh mulch, new plantings, lawn improvements, and a beautiful interlock walkway and front entrance. The result is a clean, welcoming outdoor space that adds curb appeal and creates a landscape the homeowners can enjoy for years to come.

Attention to detail makes all the difference.



🍃Call or text 416-523-7282 for a free estimate 🍃

📍Serving Durham Region and the GTA, including Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle, Clarington, Uxbridge, Port Perry, Markham, Stouffville, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora, Newmarket, Scarborough, North York, Toronto, and surrounding areas.

06/15/2026

Upgrade your home's curb appeal!

New walkway leading from the driveway to the front door. Surrounded by beautiful plants and fresh mulch. This is how to elevate your curb appeal.

If you're thinking about updating your landscape, we'd be happy to help!

🍃Call or text 416-523-7282 for a free estimate 🍃

📍Serving Durham Region and the GTA, including Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle, Clarington, Uxbridge, Port Perry, Markham, Stouffville, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora, Newmarket, Scarborough, North York, Toronto, and surrounding areas.

06/14/2026

🌹 Thinking about adding roses to your landscape? Here's what you need to know before you plant.

Roses are one of the most popular flowering plants in the garden, offering beautiful blooms, wonderful fragrance, and long-lasting color. Here are a few common types you may see in local landscapes:

Hybrid Tea Roses: Large, elegant blooms that are perfect for cutting and displaying indoors.

Floribunda Roses: Produce clusters of flowers and provide continuous color throughout the season.

Climbing Roses: Ideal for fences, trellises, pergolas, and garden walls.

Shrub Roses: Hardy, low-maintenance roses that work well in landscape beds.

Miniature Roses: Compact plants that are excellent for containers and small garden spaces.

Rose Care Tips

1. Plant roses in a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day.

2. Water deeply at the base of the plant, especially during hot and dry weather.

3. Apply mulch around the base to help retain moisture and reduce w**d growth.

4. Prune dead or damaged branches in early spring to encourage healthy growth.

5. Fertilize during the growing season to promote stronger plants and more blooms.

With proper care, roses can provide stunning flowers from late spring through fall. What type of rose is your favorite? Let us know in the comments.



If you're thinking about updating your landscape, we'd be happy to help!

🍃Call or text 416-523-7282 for a free estimate. www.PRClassicLandscaping.com 🍃

📍Serving Durham Region and the GTA, including Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle, Clarington, Uxbridge, Port Perry, Markham, Stouffville, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora, Newmarket, Scarborough, North York, Toronto, and surrounding areas.

06/13/2026

The Snow-in-Summer plant is one of the easiest ways to add a blanket of bright white blooms to your landscape. Its silvery foliage and cascading flowers make it perfect for rock gardens, borders, slopes, and filling in sunny spaces.

☀️ Loves full sun
💧 Drought tolerant once established
🌱 Low maintenance and fast spreading
🤍 Creates a stunning "snow-covered" look even in the heat of summer

A little Snow-in-Summer can transform an ordinary garden into a showstopper!

📍 Have you planted Snow-in-Summer in your yard? Share your photos below!

06/13/2026

Looking for a flower that adds a touch of drama and elegance to your garden? Meet the Black Barlow Columbine! 🌿🖤

With its unique double blooms in deep burgundy-purple that appear almost black, this stunning perennial is a true showstopper. Not only does it bring incredible color and texture to your landscape, but it's also a favorite of pollinators like bees and hummingbirds. 🐝🌸

Perfect for cottage gardens, shaded borders, and naturalized landscapes, Black Barlow Columbine returns year after year with very little maintenance.

Would you add this beauty to your garden? Let us know below! 👇



If you're thinking about updating your landscape, we'd be happy to help!

🍃Call or text 416-523-7282 for a free estimate. www.PRClassicLandscaping.com 🍃

📍Serving Durham Region and the GTA, including Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle, Clarington, Uxbridge, Port Perry, Markham, Stouffville, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora, Newmarket, Scarborough, North York, Toronto, and surrounding areas.

06/13/2026

Let's Talk Salvia!

Salvia is one of those plants that often surprises people with just how much it has to offer. With its vibrant flower spikes, long blooming season, and ability to attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, it's easy to see why it's a favorite in many landscapes.

You'll often find Salvia used in:
- Perennial gardens
- Pollinator gardens
- Border plantings
- Cottage-style landscapes
- Drought-tolerant garden designs

Another reason gardeners love it? It's relatively low-maintenance! Salvia thrives in full sun, prefers well-drained soil, and once established can handle periods of dry weather. Deadheading spent blooms can even encourage another round of flowers later in the season.

❓ Do you have Salvia growing in your garden?

What's your favorite variety or color? Have you noticed more bees, butterflies, or hummingbirds visiting when it's in bloom?

Share your photos and experiences in the comments—we'd love to see how Salvia is growing in your landscape!

06/12/2026

The peonies are in bloom at the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens, and they're definitely worth a visit!

We're so lucky to have such a beautiful space right here in Durham Region. With hundreds of peonies currently in bloom, now is a great time to take a stroll through the gardens and enjoy them at their peak.

As people who spend our days working outdoors, we're always happy to see others getting out and enjoying our local parks and gardens.

Have you been to the gardens this year? Share your photos in the comments, we'd love to see them!

06/12/2026

From overgrown to refreshed! The finished result speaks for itself, but the transformation is what makes it special.

Take a look through the photos to see the before, the work in progress, and the finished result.

If you're thinking about updating your landscape, we'd be happy to help!

🍃Call or text 416-523-7282 for a free estimate. www.PRClassicLandscaping.com 🍃

📍Serving Durham Region and the GTA, including Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle, Clarington, Uxbridge, Port Perry, Markham, Stouffville, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora, Newmarket, Scarborough, North York, Toronto, and surrounding areas.