Native pollinator gardens for Southern Ontario homeowners & communities

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We believe every yard has the potential to support a healthier ecosystem

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who we are

Creating habitat in your backyard since 2020

Sustainable Roots Ecological Restoration was born from a desire to see positive change in the way that we view urban ecological restoration. We are dedicated to increasing local biodiversity in through pollinator garden installation, invasive species management, reforestation, and educational outreach.

We offer experienced and ecologically responsible invasive species management, tailored specifically to each project throughout Southern Ontario and Kawartha Lakes.

About Our Team & Ethos

Trusted by Ontario Municipalities and Conservation Authorities

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we believe in the power of local

Why native plants?

Native plants are built for Ontario's climate. Once established, they need less water, less maintenance, and no fertilizer to thrive.

They provide food and habitat for local pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds that depend on the species they evolved alongside.

A native garden improves biodiversity right where you live, strengthening the ecosystem in your yard and across your neighbourhood.

They look beautiful through every season, with deep root systems that manage stormwater and build healthier soil over time.

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our services

Helping you with your native plant garden

Pollinator Gardens

Custom-designed native gardens that attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds — beautiful, low-maintenance, and built for Ontario's climate.

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Invasive Species Management

Responsible identification and removal of invasive species using chemical and non-chemical methods. Licensed and insured in Ontario.

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Tree & Shrub Planting

Native trees and shrubs selected for your specific site — planted right, with the expertise to ensure they thrive for decades.

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City of Toronto

Sustainable Roots keeps your new forests thriving! We are grateful to work with the City of Toronto to keep the newly planted trees and shrubs healthy. Focusing primarily on the East end, we are watering, managing competition, removing invasive species and planting more trees and shrubs. We are helping to grow new forests and create new wildlife habitat in the city.

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Past Projects

Gardens, restorations, and everything in between

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A backyard with a lush green lawn, flowering plants, and bushes in the foreground. A wooden deck with a large blue pot of flowers, outdoor seating, and an umbrella to the left. The house has brick and siding exterior with a bay window and a screened door leading inside.

A garden pathway made of irregularly shaped stone slabs, bordered by wood logs, leading through a garden with plants, mulch, and trees to a house porch with railing and steps.

A backyard garden with a small animal shelter, lush green grass, and various plants and flowers. Tall trees surround the area, and there is a bird feeder hanging from a pole. A trash bin is also visible.

"Andy and Reid are immensely knowledgable and experienced with both invasive species removal and replanting native alternatives. Sustainable Roots is a trustworthy company committed to regenerative practices. These guys are on the forefront of the transition to ecological landscaping!"

Jocelyn - Orangeville
"They designed and installed fantastic native plant gardens for me. I was super pleased with the quality of their service. Very professional, responsive and reliable. Highly recommended!"

Lisa - Toronto
"Finding owners Andy and Reid extremely knowledgeable, courteous, and professional, we went to work designing and planting the entire front yard in predominantly native and pollinator and wildlife-friendly plants and shrubs. The team placed logs to surround and contain the garden with a path of mulch crossing through the garden, adding to the natural feel of the garden. Our latest project involved removing and containing invasive species and doing another round of planting, this time in the backyard."

Souha - Scarborough