Since its establishment in the year 2000, Hylaeus Gardens Inc, has endeavoured to define itself as a residential garden design and installation firm of a special order. As a small owner-operated company, Hylaeus prides itself on its ability to generate and implement original garden schemes that reflect both its passion for and thorough knowledge of modern horticulture, and to exceed the expectations of its clients for what is possible in the creation of a garden.
As its president, Matthew McCartin has been working and studying in the horticulture industry since 1994, having held positions in retail garden centers, garden maintenance firms, hard and soft landscaping companies, wholesale tree nurseries, tree care firms, as well as winter employment with a maintenance and installation firm in London, England. For its resources, Hylaeus Gardens Inc operates a class 8 crane truck with 15 000 lb. lifting capacity, 2 utility trucks, cube van, six, ten and twenty five ton trailers, excavators, skid steers, and other equipment fabricated specifically for residential garden installation. It also owns and manages a fully irrigated nursery and holding yard on acreage north of Toronto. In addition, each member of the Hylaeus crew has been with the company for multiple seasons.
"It is evident that Hylaeus Gardens both understand and enjoy their craft because of the excellence they aspire to. That excellence was achieved in the design and installation of the gardens of my family’s home, as well as that of our clientele. I would recommend them as a leader in their industry."
-Richard Wengle, Architect
"I have been a high end custom home builder in Toronto for the past twelve years. I have built my reputation by engaging the most experienced trades people in the city. What I look for are individuals who work hard and aspire to be the best at what it is they do. Over the years, I have gained a tremendous amount of respect for Matthew McCartin from Hylaeus Gardens. He offers the best product that I have ever seen and then flawlessly gets them into the ground. Matthew's knowledge about trees and plant material is second to none. This knowledge always results in a garden that not only looks great when it is planted but seems to improve each year. Hylaeus is a critical member of my team and their attention to detail works to benefit our mutual clientele."
-Reid Stekel, President, Rostek Homes
“The expertise exhibited by Hylaeus Gardens was apparent in the beautiful gardens of my own home. Our gardens were fashioned with an expert hand to create instant maturity and subtle beauty. We are more than pleased every time we have the opportunity to appreciate our gardens.”
Furthermore, Hylaeus Gardens and their staff have produced just as spectacular results for many of my clients. Landscaping is an integral part of any great house and beautiful gardens are at the focal point of this landscaping.
-Lorne Rose, Architect