| American BasswoodAverage height: 60-80 m
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| Balsam FirAverage height: 10-25 m
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| Eastern RedbudAverage height: 6-9 m;
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| Eastern Red CedarAverage height: 20-25 m;
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| Tulip TreeAverage height: 25-35 m;
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| White CedarAverage height: 9-16 m
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| White PineAverage height: 30-50 m
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2024 Healthy Yards Plant, Rain Barrel and Composter Guide
The 2026 sale runs from April 16 at 8:30 a.m. until May 19 (or while quantities last)!
Through our Healthy Yards Program, each spring residents can purchase a variety of native trees, shrubs, perennial flowers and eco-friendly products such as, rain barrels and backyard composters.
All the plant species are native to southern Ontario. They are well-adjusted to the local climate and soil, and don't need as much watering or maintenance as other species. They also improve our community's local ecology and biodiversity, providing homes and food for local wildlife.
Visit the Healthy Yards page to learn how you can order.
2026 Healthy Yards Pricing
Please note: There is a limit of 5 trees and/or shrubs, 1 wildflower kit, 2 rain barrels and 1 composter per household. There are no limits on worm castings.
| Richmond Hill Residents | York Region Residents | |
| Trees/Shrubs | $ 6.30 | Unavailable |
| Wildflower Kits | $ 27.73 | Unavailable |
| Rain Barrels | $ 61.44 | Unavailable |
| Composters | $ 46.25 | $ 46.25 |
| Worm Castings | $ 20 | Unavailable |
Prices do not include HST.
2026 Healthy Yards Plants and Products
Full descriptions and images of the plants and products available this year are listed below.
| Flowering RaspberryAverage height: 3-6 ft |
| Fragrant SumacAverage height: 6-12 ft |
| NinebarkAverage height: 3-10 ft |
| Northern Bush HoneysuckleAverage height: 2-3 ft |
| Red RaspberryAverage height: 3-6 ft |
| Pasture RoseAverage height: 4-5 ft |
| ServiceberryAverage height: 2-6 ft |
| SpicebushAverage height: 6-12 ft |
| SnowberryAverage height: 3-6 ft
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Sun Kit
 | Black-Eyed SusanAverage height: 1-3 ft
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 | Butterfly MilkweedAverage height: 1-2 ft
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 | Cardinal FlowerAverage height: 2-4 ft
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 | Foxglove BeardtongueAverage height: 3-5 ft
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 | Lance-leaved CoreopsisAverage height: 1-2 ft
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 | Scarlet Bee BalmAverage height: 2-4 ft
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 | Showy Tick TrefoilAverage height: 2-6 ft
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 | Virginia Mountain MintAverage height: 2-3 ft
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Shade Kit
 | Blue-Stemmed GoldenrodAverage height: 2-3 ft
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 | Canada MayflowerAverage height: Up to 0.5 ft
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 | Common HarebellAverage height: Up to 1 ft
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 | Great Blue LobeliaAverage height: 1-4 ft
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 | Heartleaf FoamflowerAverage height: Up to 1 ft
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 | Nodding OnionAverage height: 1-2 ft
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 | Wild ColumbineAverage height: 1-3 ft
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 | Wild LupineAverage height: 1-2 ft
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Rain barrels are designed to collect and store rain water from your roof. The rain water can be used for many activities including watering your lawn or garden.
Specs
- Capacity: 55 gallon/208 litres
- Size: 34”/86 cm (height) x 24"/61 cm (diameter)
- Weight: 21.0 lbs/9.5 kg
Features
- Unique shape and neutral color that blends into any garden-scape
- Content of up to 50% recycled materials
- Mosquito mesh to keep bugs and leaf debris out
- Lid that can be screwed onto base for added safety
- Easy installation with existing downspouts
- Overflow hose that can be linked to another SYSTERN or can be directed away from the house
- Contoured, easy-to-use spigot
Backyard composters are designed to compost food and yard waste, diverting it from landfill and leaving you with a natural fertilizer for your garden.
Specs
- Capacity: 82 gallon/311 litres
- Size: 33.0"/83.8 cm (diameter)
- Weight: 16.5 lbs/ 7.5 kg
- Material: Made from recycled material
Features
- Single-unit main body – no assembly required
- Durable and lightweight design
- Convenient 12” x 16”/30.5 cm x 40.6 cm harvest door
- Twist locking lid included
- Lower body vents for variable airflow
View the Product and Instruction Guide
Worm Castings for Enriched Soil
Enrich your soil with high-quality worm castings! Made from natural decomposition by worms, the castings are a nutrient-rich soil enhancement that improves soil structure, increases water retention and promotes healthy plant growth.
Created by the Richmond Hill Garden and Horticultural Society and sold on their behalf through the Healthy Yards program.
- Sold in bags
- Size:30lbs or approximately 23L per bag.
- Estimated coverage per bag: 1" x 3 ft x 3 ft
- Recommended usage: approximately 1/3 cup per 24 square inches (5" x 5")
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