Two ladies enjoying their new gardens to the fullest. That's the way it should be. Both are putting their individual stamps on their new properties and having a great time doing it. Thanks to both ladies for sharing their new gardens with us . ❤
I am in agreement with you. The storm changed the needs of the garden. Time has also required a complete refresh. The cleanup looks great. I look forward to seeing your style develop. ❤
I love it! I am surprised that there were so many boxwood as they disappeared amongst the other plantings. I, too, like cleaner lines, and I am looking forward to seeing future videos on the front landscaping. You and Tommy are doing a fantastic job making this property your own inside and out.
Sydney, it really looks sooo great! Your other yard was fabulous, so I know this one will be AMAZING, too! Can't wait to see how you use your favorite purples! Every change you've made is perfection! 💜💜 Linda 😀😀
So pleased that you & your husband have taken on making Linda’s former home your present home! The garden, the interior, the mood, the physical presence should be what you both love & enjoy. Linda & her hubs have their new cottage & have made it theirs so….now it’s your time. And it will be fabulous!
100% agree. You have to make things your own! Different folks, different strokes is what I say! I love and respect Linda’s gardening style and her former garden but it was time for a revamp plus we both work full time and needed something with less maintenance! More drought tolerant plants will go in to help with that. Thank you for the kind words and thank you for tuning in!
Perfectly said! Linda’s landscapes are beautiful we just have different styles and even if I loved English gardens enough to remake it here I could never do it justice! I appreciate that you can see beauty in both! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
I agree with others in that the garden can breath again and the home looks so stately now. I think this has been the biggest transformation you guys have done thus far. It is really starting to come together!! Love it
The ultimate goal is to see the house. When we cut down the holly in the front a couple months ago that was the beginning of removing large plants that obstructed the view of the house. The house itself is why we chose to purchase after all! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
Ah! Such a breath of fresh air. I agree, gardens and landscapes do need a reset and refresh to keep them looking magnificent. I feel your vision and so appreciate your love of clean lines, can’t wait to see the progress. You go Girl!
It is amazing to me that the architecture of your home shines more now that the landscape has been stripped down. Can’t wait to see your vision come to life.
It will be exciting to see how your vision comes to life! You are so gracious and diplomatic in explaining why you are overhauling the previous gardener’s efforts. I am enjoying watching you both take on new spaces. Your garden will be beautiful ❤
I have an older home which we moved into 35 years ago, and I’ve been ripping out things as well, some things I even planted, and those areas look refreshed and much more tidy. I had a lot of perennials that didn’t even bloom anymore and some shrubs just have an expiration date where they just don’t look nice anymore. With global temps rising, I’m choosing more xeriscape choices. Your front landscape looks very neat and tidy for now, and I’m excited to see your own design evolve. 🌿🌿🌿
Wow, what a difference, almost a clean slate. You have a large front yard. Can’t wait to see your design and finished product, hope you can work out all you have envisioned 🌳
I love the cleaned out look. It really shows the grandeur of your home. Honestly it looks great the way it is now. So agree with the clean lines. So you and Tommy. I can’t wait to see the yard change as you finish your project.
Looks nice and clean, Sydney. When you have sun where there used to be shade you really have no choice to change the plants. It’s going to great when finished. You’ve accomplished a great deal in a few months. Kudos. 👍
🌳🌲🌿🌳🌲🌿🌳🌲🌿 Hey there it’s a breath of fresh air for sure. Everything has a beginning middle and end.. things get “tired looking”. I like the way you’re going about doing this in stages, gifting plants and renovating. What’s there and making it yours and I’m sure the front and the back will look wonderful when you’re done you should make it your own. i’m looking forward to the progress in your gardens. 💪👏💪👏💪👏👍❣️
Oh my gosh, I loved Linda's garden, but I can BREATHE now! I can't wait to see what you do with it. Didn't Linda say that it needed to be changed, but she just wanted a fresh start in a new garden? Anyway, no need for you to apologize for any changes you make. And, wowza, who knew there were that many pavers hiding in there!! Lots of good stuff to work with.
Yea, she moved to start a new garden as well as not wanting to renovate some inside stuff which I totally get! 100% respect her former gardens and her style but a good clean out is what was needed and we can start fresh!
Oh Sydney--so with you on the structure and clean lines. This is like a breath of fresh air. It literally looks like the front yard can finally breathe. I can't wait to see what you do with it and also on "Team desperate to see the Brady Bunch turf disappear."
😂 I know I know! Everyone wants it gone and it will go eventually but for now it will stay. I think the back turf will go before the front. But we are busy enough to where we just dont want to worry about establishing new turf and adding sprinklers to the grass area will very easy when the turf gets ripped up in the future!
I totally get that some folks might not like the artificial turf and I also understand why Linda did it. She did not want to spend time on the lawn that could instead be used on her garden. Sydney and Tommy will make it look as good as Linda did, just a different style.
Fantastic! It looks so clean. I love that it is going to be neat. This will be exciting to watch this develop. It is great to be able to see the beauty of the house itself.
WOW! So excited to be in on this journey--can't take my eyes off the house! Looking forward to seeing this project unfold. Thanks for sharing your adventure! 🎉
Oh yes! Good move!! I love the boulder addition idea and the clean lines you are interested in implementing. Looks great!! How exciting. This will be fun to watch.
It looks awesome Sydney! After being in our home for 25 years I completely agree that sometimes you need to change things up in a big way. We’ve done the same thing in our garden the past three years. You are breathing new life into this stunning old home and I love following along as it progresses.
You are so right. Sometimes you just have to start over! Things get over grown and plants expire and start to look so so. You have to do what makes you happy! Sounds like you are doing just that! My motto is always go for it and do what makes you happy! Thank you for the kind words and thanks for watching!
SO MANY of “the house pops” comments which I love! That was the goal all along. When we cut down the holly in front months ago it was because we wanted to see the house. The reason we live here is because of the house itself. I also love the retaining wall which needs love but with the new landscaping you’ll be able to see the wall clearly as well! 😊
That’s how it should be! I appreciate that you can appreciate both! I like many styles also, I think we all do! That’s the beauty of gardening! So many forms of beauty! Thank you for the kind words and thanks for tuning in!
I totally agree Sydney. I re-landscape almost all of my gardens. Things out grow their spaces and everyone has their own ideas of beauty. That is what makes the world go around. No apologies needed. Your home, your garden. It is going to be amazing.
It looks good! I wasn’t sure when you talked about ripping out so much but now that it’s gone… wow! It’s so clean! You are so right that landscaping does need to be pulled out. Whether it’s a style change or the plantings are old and looking bad. I look forward to watching!
Love it!! Wow! What a difference. Agree everyone else, I think this looks so much more you and your Tommy. Love the clean outlines. Can't wait to see what's next. Y'all are doing such a fantastic job! We are in the middle of trying to make an older home and yard our own, and it is so much work and money! But, I have to say, you and your Tommy have "inspired us" with many of your ideas. Looking forward to what's to come with your new adventures! ❤from Georgia!
Thank you for the kind words! It is a lot of work and a lot of money but old houses are SO worth it! One project at a time! It can definitely seem daunting at times but just try to put one foot in front of the other and look back in a year and the progress will be crazy! I was looking back and the kitchen photos from when we moved in. I was bummed since it isn’t painted yet and then when I looked back I was like, wow we have come along way even though it isn’t done! You got this!
Love it and your ideas. I love the openness. Sometimes less is better. Stately house stately garden. You are bringing new life and a new beginning. Ms. Linda’s style works for her home and is beautiful but you and Tommy are expressing your treasures and love. Can’t wait to see finished design.
I think it looks so much better. Now your new plantings will be able to spread and show off. I'm surprised there were not more rocks and brick in the yard. Great decision Sydney. Can't wait for fall.
I love it so far. We can see the beauty of the front porch. I also love the clean lines. Can't wait for the progress videos. Don't get me wrong I understand Linda's vision too, everyone has their own.
100% agree with you I respect Linda’s previous gardens and her gardening style. You said it perfectly. Everyone has their own style and you have to make things your own. Plus, we work full time and English gardens take more maintenance than we have time for so we will be planting drought tolerant plants that require less maintenance! Thank you for the kind words!
I totally agree about sometimes needing to start over. I think it looks great after the tear out, the bones are still there so you can see what it needs. Everyone has their own tastes in landscaping and I think it's great you're making it your own style.
Oh my gosh!!! So happy you guys are tackling the front yard. Didn’t really realize how crowded it is. Your last home landscape was beautiful and can hardly wait to see your progress.
The architecture of the house really stands out! It has a prominence look to it that I really never noticed before in years past. I really like the randomness of the boxwoods - try it out for awhile. What a freshness that ripping out did. Something it just majorly elevated your house. Wow.
I enjoyed this home’s gardening journey with Linda, but like you I love structure, clean lines and a simplified color palate. Looking forward to your gardening journey! Subscribed!
Love your style so neat and clean so all the plants stand on their on.❤ I think all older gardens benefit from a refresh. Love that your adding the boulders.
I’m enjoying watching you making this garden space your own. I think that as the climate changes and the summers get warmer updating plants in your garden is the smart thing to do. I’m excited to see what you do in the future! I’ll be watching, liking, and sharing with all my friends!
I am having to do the same with my garden. Linda has always been an inspiration and continues to be so. Unfortunately the weather this summer in North Texas has been brutal and made me realize I am going to have to redesign everything pull out a lot of things and switch to natives. I like following your journey. Thank you for sharing
100% agree I love Linda’s style and she does a fantastic job but we all have different styles and ultimately if we can all appreciate gardening even if styles are different I think that is the goal! Yes, you have to adapt to changing weather and natives/ drought tolerant plants make that so much easier! Good luck on your journey! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
I’m in North Texas also and this weather has beat it into my head finally to go with natives only. In my redesign I’m not filling the landscape either. I like Sydney’s breathable new plan. You’re exactly right, this summer has been brutal and we’re just trying to survive!
Hi Sydney- I cannot wait to see your new landscape plan. This clear-out looks really great, its like a breath of fresh air. I love clean lines as well. Great job! I'm excited for things to come!
So excited for you!! Landscaping is a very unique feature for each owner...just as room colors are . I love the fact you & Linda have a definite but different slant on your garden esthetics. Both styles are fun to watch develop. Very entertaining and full of learning chapters. I can't wait for the coming videos!
Breath of fresh air! I loved the old garden, but it is like a weight has been lifted. I am excited to see your vision completed. Thanks for bringing us long!
A satisfying and enjoyable video! I’m excited to follow the progress of your vision for this project! You are being very respectful and loving toward the established plants and trees! Fellow OCDer.🌻
Sydney your garden desperately needed a refresh. Older gardens do need a deep clean just like our homes. Now you have a new canvas on which to create your vision. So exciting!
Sydney! Yes, its a really big change, but kudos to you for forging ahead with your vision. You are being a responsible steward for recognizing that the light in the garden has changed dramatically with the loss of tree limbs of the ageing trees. You will put your own mark on your front garden and it will be terrific! More power to you!
What a treat to see the beginning of the renewing of this front garden. I loved seeing the processing and really appreciated seeing the bones of the previous garden. It did have really good bones for what had been there.
Never thought I would say this, but to me (a Virginian), it looks more sophisticated and stately. Paring the gardens down has allowed the beauty of the house and its architecture, to be the focal point. In the gorgeous old homes of Virginia, and I have seen and toured many, it’s all business in the front and a bit more party in the back! Wow, it looks so calming! Love it, Sydney!
Business and groomed in the front, party more flowing in the back! That is what we are going for! The view of the house has always been our goal and that’s why we took out the holly that was by the front door a couple of months ago! I also love the retaining wall. It needs some love (and will get it) but that will be visible with the new landscaping as well! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
I agree about the new start. This year I simplified my gardens immensely. I couldn’t be happier. I too love simple clean lines. I just don’t want the work anymore,(getting older) but I still love a beautifully landscaped garden. I will use more pots with plants and flowers. Easily moved. Nice work.
This is so exciting!!! Sometimes like you said, you just need a redo. It was beautiful before but can’t wait to see your design style & you putting your stamp on it. I know it will be lovely!!! ❤
Looks amazing! Your working crew are amazing as they have cleaned the area so well. When ripping out that much the mess would be phenomenal and they have left the area looking immaculate. I can’t wait to see what you do with this ‘blank’ canvas.
Like watching the seasons change, I love watching a garden grow and transform - they're living organisms so that's what they're meant to do! It's exciting to see and a real creative boost for me.
The front yard is saying...” Oh Sydney and Tommy, I can breathe!! “ I’m so excited to see how you’re going to transform this space. The house looks like it will be the focal point, rather than all the vegetation.....fantastic!! 👏🇨🇦
I’m so excited to see the transformation as you make your home YOUR home. Always interesting to see your fresh and new ideas. Although the artificial turf looks good on camera if you plan to replace it I would do it all now so you can get your infrastructure in place in terms of sprinklers, irrigation, etc. I think I would put up with sparse looking flower beds in the short term. That being said …. Of course it’s your space and I so enjoy watching it evolve!
I feel like the yard looks so much better, as you said, no disrespect to anyone but gardens, especially older gardens do need a a review and revamp from time to time!
First, Alex’s crew did an amazing job clearing out the front yard. The Architecture of the house shines! Questioned your judgement leaving your previous home however I didn’t have your vision for new house. You and Tommy are doing a great job.
Interestingly, as much as I liked the previous landscaping in the front, I found the result (even at this stage) visually more relaxing! I guess I can appreciate both and my taste probably encompasses both your styles. Looking forward to seeing this develop.
WOW!! What a transformation already! I love how you and Linda became friends with her loving your garden and you loving hers! How cool this is to watch your vision!! AWESOME!!
It is great to put your own stamp in your landscaping. I'm redoing a lot of mine this fall. I coddled many shrubs and plants after the deep freeze in 2021 but gave up on them after the drought and high temps arrived in southeast TX this summer. My taste has changed since we moved in 30 years ago, so I will be changing the colour palette somewhat and making it even more bird and butterfly friendly.
Love it! Sometimes things need to change and your preferences change also! My motto is always just go for it! Do what you want and what make YOU happy! You’ll be glad you did!
Wow....that branch being gone changed the whole dynamics of your lawn for sure. I love your plans because I thought your other homes lawn was a"chefs kiss"...must have been difficult to leave that yard. This yard is becoming beautifully your style and has been a blast to watch the transformation!! Linda"s style is pretty but your style is equally beautiful and it's fun to have a channel like yours with a clean line garden....you two both are so inspiring to watch and learn from...so happy you are sharing your journey too!
Two ladies enjoying their new gardens to the fullest. That's the way it should be. Both are putting their individual stamps on their new properties and having a great time doing it. Thanks to both ladies for sharing their new gardens with us . ❤
Love that you can appreciate both Linda’s channel and this one! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
Yes. One is minimalist and the other maximalist.
Well said!
Indeed, so no need for apologies or guilty feelings, Sydney❣
May I ask the name of the other channel you’re referring to?
Actually, Sydney, I think it looks great! Nice and clean.
I am in agreement with you. The storm changed the needs of the garden. Time has also required a complete refresh. The cleanup looks great. I look forward to seeing your style develop. ❤
I love it! I am surprised that there were so many boxwood as they disappeared amongst the other plantings. I, too, like cleaner lines, and I am looking forward to seeing future videos on the front landscaping. You and Tommy are doing a fantastic job making this property your own inside and out.
So much more to come! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for tuning in!
Can’t wait to see the final project completed.
Thank you for sharing your vision!
Very exciting to watch the changes. Seeing the differences in vision/taste of 2 gardeners is interesting and enjoying the journey.
I love that people can appreciate both styles! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
Sydney, it really looks sooo great! Your other yard was fabulous, so I know this one will be AMAZING, too! Can't wait to see how you use your favorite purples! Every change you've made is perfection! 💜💜 Linda 😀😀
So pleased that you & your husband have taken on making Linda’s former home your present home! The garden, the interior, the mood, the physical presence should be what you both love & enjoy. Linda & her hubs have their new cottage & have made it theirs so….now it’s your time. And it will be fabulous!
Like it a lot better. Thank you for sharing.
100% agree. You have to make things your own! Different folks, different strokes is what I say! I love and respect Linda’s gardening style and her former garden but it was time for a revamp plus we both work full time and needed something with less maintenance! More drought tolerant plants will go in to help with that. Thank you for the kind words and thank you for tuning in!
It would be nice to know what state you garden in and the zone. 9:51
Exciting changes! Each landscape, yours and Linda's, has its merits. Your beautiful home is showing up nicely.
Perfectly said! Linda’s landscapes are beautiful we just have different styles and even if I loved English gardens enough to remake it here I could never do it justice! I appreciate that you can see beauty in both! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
I agree with others in that the garden can breath again and the home looks so stately now. I think this has been the biggest transformation you guys have done thus far. It is really starting to come together!! Love it
Makes you appreciate the beauty of the house , which is the focal point .♥️🌻
The ultimate goal is to see the house. When we cut down the holly in the front a couple months ago that was the beginning of removing large plants that obstructed the view of the house. The house itself is why we chose to purchase after all! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
Ah! Such a breath of fresh air. I agree, gardens and landscapes do need a reset and refresh to keep them looking magnificent. I feel your vision and so appreciate your love of clean lines, can’t wait to see the progress. You go Girl!
I love how clean and breathable it looks!! 🌳🌿🌳🌿
I love living vicariously through you and Linda. because a gardener I'm not. I'm loving seeing you and Tommy making your garden uniquely yours.
Thank you for the kind words! We are excited and I’m glad you get to see both the changes here and at Linda’s new place! Thank you for watching!
It is amazing to me that the architecture of your home shines more now that the landscape has been stripped down. Can’t wait to see your vision come to life.
I really never noticed the architecture of the home till now.
It will be exciting to see how your vision comes to life! You are so gracious and diplomatic in explaining why you are overhauling the previous gardener’s efforts. I am enjoying watching you both take on new spaces. Your garden will be beautiful ❤
I have an older home which we moved into 35 years ago, and I’ve been ripping out things as well, some things I even planted, and those areas look refreshed and much more tidy. I had a lot of perennials that didn’t even bloom anymore and some shrubs just have an expiration date where they just don’t look nice anymore. With global temps rising, I’m choosing more xeriscape choices. Your front landscape looks very neat and tidy for now, and I’m excited to see your own design evolve. 🌿🌿🌿
Wow, what a difference, almost a clean slate. You have a large front yard. Can’t wait to see your design and finished product, hope you can work out all you have envisioned 🌳
You have to do what makes you happy and I’m excited to see the landscape come to life in the next weeks. 🌼🌻🌾😊
I love the cleaned out look. It really shows the grandeur of your home. Honestly it looks great the way it is now. So agree with the clean lines. So you and Tommy. I can’t wait to see the yard change as you finish your project.
Looks nice and clean, Sydney. When you have sun where there used to be shade you really have no choice to change the plants. It’s going to great when finished. You’ve accomplished a great deal in a few months. Kudos. 👍
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Hey there it’s a breath of fresh air for sure. Everything has a beginning middle and end.. things get “tired looking”. I like the way you’re going about doing this in stages, gifting plants and renovating. What’s there and making it yours and I’m sure the front and the back will look wonderful when you’re done you should make it your own. i’m looking forward to the progress in your gardens. 💪👏💪👏💪👏👍❣️
Oh my gosh, I loved Linda's garden, but I can BREATHE now! I can't wait to see what you do with it. Didn't Linda say that it needed to be changed, but she just wanted a fresh start in a new garden? Anyway, no need for you to apologize for any changes you make. And, wowza, who knew there were that many pavers hiding in there!! Lots of good stuff to work with.
Yea, she moved to start a new garden as well as not wanting to renovate some inside stuff which I totally get! 100% respect her former gardens and her style but a good clean out is what was needed and we can start fresh!
Oh Sydney--so with you on the structure and clean lines. This is like a breath of fresh air. It literally looks like the front yard can finally breathe. I can't wait to see what you do with it and also on "Team desperate to see the Brady Bunch turf disappear."
😂 I know I know! Everyone wants it gone and it will go eventually but for now it will stay. I think the back turf will go before the front. But we are busy enough to where we just dont want to worry about establishing new turf and adding sprinklers to the grass area will very easy when the turf gets ripped up in the future!
I totally get that some folks might not like the artificial turf and I also understand why Linda did it. She did not want to spend time on the lawn that could instead be used on her garden. Sydney and Tommy will make it look as good as Linda did, just a different style.
@@mrs.m1752 and yet all the plants, bulbs, trees, and shrubs have thrived for Linda all these years.
looks so much cleaner and fresher, you can see the pretty lines of flower beds! good job!
Fantastic! It looks so clean. I love that it is going to be neat. This will be exciting to watch this develop. It is great to be able to see the beauty of the house itself.
Oh my! Soooo much better in my opinion. Can’t wait to see what you do with it. It feels like it does when I do a good spring cleaning in my home.
I love the clean up & clean lines! But can't wait to see how you & Tommy make it your own! 🌻🐞🌻
I love what you are doing to your home.. Inside and Out!!!!
WOW! So excited to be in on this journey--can't take my eyes off the house! Looking forward to seeing this project unfold. Thanks for sharing your adventure! 🎉
Thank you for the kind words! Much more to come! Thank you for watching!
Breathing fresh air! It is a shock to see that garden in disarray., but it’s great to see it get a new look and life!💖
Oh yes! Good move!! I love the boulder addition idea and the clean lines you are interested in implementing. Looks great!! How exciting. This will be fun to watch.
I really like seeing your beautiful house! Can’t wait to see your new garden design.🌳🌺
Love the clean lines and fresh start! It already looks beautiful!
It looks awesome Sydney! After being in our home for 25 years I completely agree that sometimes you need to change things up in a big way. We’ve done the same thing in our garden the past three years. You are breathing new life into this stunning old home and I love following along as it progresses.
You are so right. Sometimes you just have to start over! Things get over grown and plants expire and start to look so so. You have to do what makes you happy! Sounds like you are doing just that! My motto is always go for it and do what makes you happy! Thank you for the kind words and thanks for watching!
Amazing! What a transformation, the yard looks so neat and tidy. Can’t wait to see your design plan take shape in upcoming videos.
WOW! This is exciting. It looks clean and fresh. The house really does pop. I cannot wait to see the end result. Well done!
SO MANY of “the house pops” comments which I love! That was the goal all along. When we cut down the holly in front months ago it was because we wanted to see the house. The reason we live here is because of the house itself. I also love the retaining wall which needs love but with the new landscaping you’ll be able to see the wall clearly as well! 😊
a beautiful breath of fresh air !!! loking forward to seeing the future of this garden
You have a style. Linda has a style. Nothing wrong with either and I love both of your channels. Enjoy your home, your success and your journey!
That’s how it should be! I appreciate that you can appreciate both! I like many styles also, I think we all do! That’s the beauty of gardening! So many forms of beauty! Thank you for the kind words and thanks for tuning in!
I totally agree Sydney. I re-landscape almost all of my gardens. Things out grow their spaces and everyone has their own ideas of beauty. That is what makes the world go around. No apologies needed. Your home, your garden. It is going to be amazing.
I like the cleaner look and am anxious to see what you do!
It looks good! I wasn’t sure when you talked about ripping out so much but now that it’s gone… wow! It’s so clean! You are so right that landscaping does need to be pulled out. Whether it’s a style change or the plantings are old and looking bad. I look forward to watching!
Love it!! Wow! What a difference. Agree everyone else, I think this looks so much more you and your Tommy. Love the clean outlines. Can't wait to see what's next. Y'all are doing such a fantastic job! We are in the middle of trying to make an older home and yard our own, and it is so much work and money! But, I have to say, you and your Tommy have "inspired us" with many of your ideas. Looking forward to what's to come with your new adventures! ❤from Georgia!
Thank you for the kind words! It is a lot of work and a lot of money but old houses are SO worth it! One project at a time! It can definitely seem daunting at times but just try to put one foot in front of the other and look back in a year and the progress will be crazy! I was looking back and the kitchen photos from when we moved in. I was bummed since it isn’t painted yet and then when I looked back I was like, wow we have come along way even though it isn’t done! You got this!
Love it and your ideas. I love the openness. Sometimes less is better. Stately house stately garden. You are bringing new life and a new beginning. Ms. Linda’s style works for her home and is beautiful but you and Tommy are expressing your treasures and love. Can’t wait to see finished design.
Wow, interesting how the house shows now with all the plants removed . Looking forward to seeing your style evolve with a new look.
I think it looks so much better. Now your new plantings will be able to spread and show off. I'm surprised there were not more rocks and brick in the yard. Great decision Sydney. Can't wait for fall.
I love it so far. We can see the beauty of the front porch. I also love the clean lines. Can't wait for the progress videos. Don't get me wrong I understand Linda's vision too, everyone has their own.
100% agree with you I respect Linda’s previous gardens and her gardening style. You said it perfectly. Everyone has their own style and you have to make things your own. Plus, we work full time and English gardens take more maintenance than we have time for so we will be planting drought tolerant plants that require less maintenance! Thank you for the kind words!
Aww, hell yeah🤠I can see your garden STYLE and JOY! Looking forward to seeing its transformation through the seasons. Happy Gardening🌻
Thank you! :)
I totally agree about sometimes needing to start over. I think it looks great after the tear out, the bones are still there so you can see what it needs. Everyone has their own tastes in landscaping and I think it's great you're making it your own style.
Oh my gosh!!! So happy you guys are tackling the front yard. Didn’t really realize how crowded it is. Your last home landscape was beautiful and can hardly wait to see your progress.
Looks so much calmer and visually cleaner.
Looks great Sydney! Your tulip display will be gorgeous in the spring!
900 of them! 🌷 All one color! We planted 400 at our old house last year so we decided to keep Linda’s tradition of 900 tulips here!
@@SydneyDorman I will be looking forward to see all the purple!
It looks great! I love that you can see the entire front of the house now.
The architecture of the house really stands out! It has a prominence look to it that I really never noticed before in years past. I really like the randomness of the boxwoods - try it out for awhile. What a freshness that ripping out did. Something it just majorly elevated your house. Wow.
I enjoyed this home’s gardening journey with Linda, but like you I love structure, clean lines and a simplified color palate. Looking forward to your gardening journey! Subscribed!
Thank you for the kind words and for tuning in! 🙂
Love your style so neat and clean so all the plants stand on their on.❤ I think all older gardens benefit from a refresh. Love that your adding the boulders.
It is amazing how much better the house looks. So sleek and clean, love it. I love clean lines too..
Beautiful!! Cleaning all that out really makes the house pop now!! Love the clean lines ❤ can’t wait to see what you do with that space!!
I’m enjoying watching you making this garden space your own. I think that as the climate changes and the summers get warmer updating plants in your garden is the smart thing to do. I’m excited to see what you do in the future! I’ll be watching, liking, and sharing with all my friends!
Thank you for the kind words and tuning in!
I love that you can see your beautiful home better!!
The house looks so much bigger from the street, Sometimes stuff just gets overgrown and has to be redone, it will be beautiful! ❤
The front yard will be so much easier to take care of. Can't wait to see the end result! Love being able to see the house too!
I can't wait to see what you have planned. It's always so fun to move stuff around and change up a garden.
I am having to do the same with my garden. Linda has always been an inspiration and continues to be so. Unfortunately the weather this summer in North Texas has been brutal and made me realize I am going to have to redesign everything pull out a lot of things and switch to natives. I like following your journey. Thank you for sharing
100% agree I love Linda’s style and she does a fantastic job but we all have different styles and ultimately if we can all appreciate gardening even if styles are different I think that is the goal! Yes, you have to adapt to changing weather and natives/ drought tolerant plants make that so much easier! Good luck on your journey! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
I’m in North Texas also and this weather has beat it into my head finally to go with natives only. In my redesign I’m not filling the landscape either. I like Sydney’s breathable new plan. You’re exactly right, this summer has been brutal and we’re just trying to survive!
Hi Sydney- I cannot wait to see your new landscape plan. This clear-out looks really great, its like a breath of fresh air. I love clean lines as well. Great job! I'm excited for things to come!
So excited for you!! Landscaping is a very unique feature for each owner...just as room colors are . I love the fact you & Linda have a definite but different slant on your garden esthetics. Both styles are fun to watch develop. Very entertaining and full of learning chapters. I can't wait for the coming videos!
Breath of fresh air! I loved the old garden, but it is like a weight has been lifted. I am excited to see your vision completed. Thanks for bringing us long!
A satisfying and enjoyable video! I’m excited to follow the progress of your vision for this project! You are being very respectful and loving toward the established plants and trees! Fellow OCDer.🌻
Looks great! Keeping making it your own!! Love the changes! ❤
Hi Sydney, it looks so great. It opens up the entire space, your style is so great! You are doing a fantastic job! Have fun with it. 🥰👏
Sydney your garden desperately needed a refresh. Older gardens do need a deep clean just like our homes. Now you have a new canvas on which to create your vision. So exciting!
Sydney! Yes, its a really big change, but kudos to you for forging ahead with your vision. You are being a responsible steward for recognizing that the light in the garden has changed dramatically with the loss of tree limbs of the ageing trees. You will put your own mark on your front garden and it will be terrific! More power to you!
It looks great! Wow- what a difference! Can't wait to see the next step in the transformation!
WOW!!! I really like it, the clean edges look wonderful! To me it actually enhances the front of your beautiful home!!!❤
What a fun video, so excited for you! Can't wait to watch the process! Thanks for bringing us along
Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
Love the clean lines that show off the lovely home. Both you and Linda are having fun doing YOUR thing. Have no guilt.
Your yard looks like it can breath again. Love it!!
What a treat to see the beginning of the renewing of this front garden. I loved seeing the processing and really appreciated seeing the bones of the previous garden. It did have really good bones for what had been there.
100% agree! The bones are great but it was just time for a revamp! Thank you for the kind words and thanks for tuning in!
Great job!! It’s nice to see the clean lines instead of it being so cluttered with too many varieties. Look forward to seeing your finished product.
WOW I LOVE THE RIP OUT RESULTS! I am breathing easier seeing this. I loved the before but this is great for you to start with a clean slate. FUN!!
It’s always nice to refresh an old landscape. Looking good 👍 👍👍👍👍
Never thought I would say this, but to me (a Virginian), it looks more sophisticated and stately. Paring the gardens down has allowed the beauty of the house and its architecture, to be the focal point. In the gorgeous old homes of Virginia, and I have seen and toured many, it’s all business in the front and a bit more party in the back! Wow, it looks so calming! Love it, Sydney!
Business and groomed in the front, party more flowing in the back! That is what we are going for! The view of the house has always been our goal and that’s why we took out the holly that was by the front door a couple of months ago! I also love the retaining wall. It needs some love (and will get it) but that will be visible with the new landscaping as well! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!
Totally agree with this comment, really makes the house stand out, I would probably leave it like it is adding more dying as nd mulch
I agree about the new start. This year I simplified my gardens immensely. I couldn’t be happier. I too love simple clean lines. I just don’t want the work anymore,(getting older) but I still love a beautifully landscaped garden. I will use more pots with plants and flowers. Easily moved. Nice work.
This is exciting and looking forward to seeing your design vision.
Sydney & Tommy, I love the clean lines and honestly the yard looks refreshed. I think it is going to look amazing👍😊
This is so exciting!!! Sometimes like you said, you just need a redo. It was beautiful before but can’t wait to see your design style & you putting your stamp on it. I know it will be lovely!!! ❤
Looks amazing! Your working crew are amazing as they have cleaned the area so well. When ripping out that much the mess would be phenomenal and they have left the area looking immaculate. I can’t wait to see what you do with this ‘blank’ canvas.
SIDNEY WONDERFUL JOB, YOUR FRONT YARD LOOKS MUCH BETTER AND WILL LOOK AMAZING.
Like watching the seasons change, I love watching a garden grow and transform - they're living organisms so that's what they're meant to do! It's exciting to see and a real creative boost for me.
Love the clean design and too see all the beautiful Boxwoods.
The front yard is saying...” Oh Sydney and Tommy, I can breathe!! “ I’m so excited to see how you’re going to transform this space. The house looks like it will be the focal point, rather than all the vegetation.....fantastic!! 👏🇨🇦
It's going to be beautiful. I loved your old garden
I’m so excited to see the transformation as you make your home YOUR home.
Always interesting to see your fresh and new ideas. Although the artificial turf looks good on camera if you plan to replace it I would do it all now so you can get your infrastructure in place in terms of sprinklers, irrigation, etc. I think I would put up with sparse looking flower beds in the short term.
That being said …. Of course it’s your space and I so enjoy watching it evolve!
I feel like the yard looks so much better, as you said, no disrespect to anyone but gardens, especially older gardens do need a a review and revamp from time to time!
I like what you have done AND the direction you are taking this garden! Order from the chaos. Yes!
First, Alex’s crew did an amazing job clearing out the front yard. The Architecture of the house shines! Questioned your judgement leaving your previous home however I didn’t have your vision for new house. You and Tommy are doing a great job.
Let me just say you are a brave little soul❤️. It does look glorious and is really showing off the house. Thanks for letting us follow along
Interestingly, as much as I liked the previous landscaping in the front, I found the result (even at this stage) visually more relaxing! I guess I can appreciate both and my taste probably encompasses both your styles. Looking forward to seeing this develop.
WOW!! What a transformation already! I love how you and Linda became friends with her loving your garden and you loving hers! How cool this is to watch your vision!! AWESOME!!
When watching this,I thought this looks like Linda V old house! And see in comments it is! Can’t wait to see what you guys do in the yard!
It is great to put your own stamp in your landscaping. I'm redoing a lot of mine this fall. I coddled many shrubs and plants after the deep freeze in 2021 but gave up on them after the drought and high temps arrived in southeast TX this summer.
My taste has changed since we moved in 30 years ago, so I will be changing the colour palette somewhat and making it even more bird and butterfly friendly.
Love it! Sometimes things need to change and your preferences change also! My motto is always just go for it! Do what you want and what make YOU happy! You’ll be glad you did!
Wow....that branch being gone changed the whole dynamics of your lawn for sure. I love your plans because I thought your other homes lawn was a"chefs kiss"...must have been difficult to leave that yard. This yard is becoming beautifully your style and has been a blast to watch the transformation!! Linda"s style is pretty but your style is equally beautiful and it's fun to have a channel like yours with a clean line garden....you two both are so inspiring to watch and learn from...so happy you are sharing your journey too!
Terrific! What a relief! Time for a whole new look!