Cottage Garden Design Masterclass - Structure
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- Опубликовано: 19 май 2024
- How to design a cottage garden from lawn to lush without spending too much. We'll explore tips and tricks to create a beautiful edible cottage garden. I show how I'm setting up my new garden, laying out raised beds, repurposing an old concrete path, and building other garden structures using the elements of design as a guide. Support the channel: / suburbanhomestead or buy my art www.etsy.com/shop/SiloeOliveira
Created by: Siloe Oliveira
0:00 Introduction
01:00 Structuring the garden. Setting up main beds
01:53 Understanding Sense of Place and Liminal Space
03:55 Importance of Enclosure in Cottage Gardens
04:22 Importance of Sun Exposure for gardens
05:53 Sizing up garden paths and beds
07:30 Redesigning a garden path with repurposed concrete
10:53 Growing succulents between path stones and additional hardscape elements
12:34 Understanding the elements of design to create better compositions in the garden
15:20 Creating plant supports from twigs
17:20 Preview of next design episode: plants 
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The video was amazing. I used your planting bed structure in my own garden. People are blown away when they come into my backyard. Can't wait for your next video.
I’m honored that you were inspired by it. Did you find it easy enough to assemble?
Perfect time of year. Perfect time for me. This is so very helpful!! Thanks a million times over!!
I want to replicate the same look. Where did you buy the pieces for the structure?
@@laurenwilliams2138 I custom built everything with pressure treated wood. The finial I turned in my hobby lathe, butyl’s can buy similar ones intended for deck posts
@@laurenwilliams2138 Hey Lauren, we built ours with pressure treated 2 x 4' x 24" s in the corners set into the ground,. rough pine boards make the 4' x 4' base. Skinny strips of pine nailed together into an "L" for the vertical uprights. Horizontal strips tie the uprights together with corner braces. Our tops are semi-curved pine arches. We made a template and cut the four pieces to match with a jigsaw. They're joined together into a short 4 x 4 block. We cut 3/4" dados into each side of the block and camfered the corners on a table saw. We nailed little filler blocks into the dados to "trap" the semi-curve arches as a mortise. We put a square cap block on top of the 4 x 4 and finished it off with a pressure treated finial we ordered from Home Depot. We stained the wood with a mix of roofing tar and paint thinner. You could build out of cedar if you'd rather, or all pressure treated. If you plan on painting, it's best not to use pressure treated lumber.
The quality of this video is unmatched by anything else on youtube!! I hope, somehow, that your talent gets the financial recognition that it deserves. It would do us all well if you had the time and resources to create freely.
Thanks Denise for recognizing that. This response is what I truly find valuable. In some respects I'm swimming against the current for the algorithm, but my hope is that genuine human interest, like yours, shines through!
I 48th that. Absolutely!
This was a wonderful video! And reminded me of exactly what my goals are here for me! Making natural structures out of the willows and grapevines I have here already! Love all of your videos and appreciate all the extra work you put into them to make them spectacular!!!
So beautifully said!
Exactly! So beautiful to watch.
“Sense of place” is a new term for me. I absolutely love this concept and crave the vibe, since I’ve moved countless times in my life.
Also called the ‘genius loci’ Latin for spirit of the place. Some places already have it as a result of good design, or sometimes it’s strong in temples or ancient sites. But if you have a blank slate, you can create it out of thin air by channeling your art. I’ve just discovered Siloe, he has an absolute talent for it 🤩
Masterclass definitely belongs in this title, holy cow. I learned more from this than 90% of paid-for design classes I've attended.
That is quite a compliment! Thank you!
❤how many gardens do you have?
Really love your graphics Siloe.
Thanks David. I would rather have more talented on-screen personalities while I do the behind the scenes, but alas, gotta use what I have. Take care mate!
@@suburbanhomestead same here.
I turned my bland little apartment into a bohemian Parisian flat that is filled with artwork, color, collections, etc. An artist from the 1920's would feel right at home there. Now...it's time to transform my flower bed!
I’m doing the same as you. I’m an artist and my house is Parisian inspired. I lived in Paris, now in the US and designing an open spot between a wooded area and the house.
I love these videos. The presentation, the ideas and the craftsmanship.
I’ve been searching for years to find a garden and gardener to help me with Information and ideas specifically for a cottage garden. I bought my small cottage in the valley near mountains 6 years ago and then got sick. I finally began working in earnest last summer and have a three year plan. I was searching the UK for help, but now I’ve found you! I hope it’s not too late in my life to do this as I’m a newly retired single woman. Wish me luck, garden on all 💜
You go, retired single woman. It's never too late to start. Blessings from across the pond.
Good luck 🍀
I am an artist and gardener. I love all of your videos for sure. I live in a mobile home park and have created quite the oasis here. Everyone loves it! I am able to thin out some of my plants and share with others which I love doing. I love what you have done with your homes and I get so many ideas from you. Thanks you for sharing your ideas and experience :)
“Silver is for the kettle, and gold for the furnace, but The LORD is the tester of hearts- Bible” your heart is like discovered silver, dirty and not pure, when silver is purified it is melted over and over, to the point that when it’s melted and glows red hot, it is pure enough to see your own reflection in the puddle, so also does the LORD purify your heart, till HE can see HIS own reflection in it, seek the LORD and be reborn, ask The LORD to renew and restore you, repent and ask The LORD for HIS Salvation for those who seek will find and those who knock the door will be open unto them, no man is good, all are in need of salvation, Jesus died so that our sins will be wiped away and so that we could be made new, seek The Kingdom of GOD for if you would be wise you would be wise for yourself, pick up your cross and deny your flesh and follow the path of GOD, for The Kingdom of GOD is at hand, in JESUS MIGHTY NAME Amen and Amen
The way you were able to repurpose the concrete landscaping into that winding path was such an improvement, really nice to see someone make the most out of an unfortunate situation. So cool to see someone using the home as a template to showcase and hone their many talents. Brava!
And the 3D work is just wow! Whatever software you’re using it’s really impressive.
Thanks Andrew! I like the fact it was a free makeover as well. Glad you liked the 3d graphics.
@@suburbanhomestead What software did you use for your 3d graphics? I love the way it combines a hand-drawn effect with moving through space. It must have taken so long!
yes such a fantastic video! we would love to know the animation software- did you use revit and animate using a rendering software? beautiful styling as well, thank you for sharing
Absolutely love what you did here Siloe. Masterful with your description, vision, and animation.
Thank you Summer. Glad to see you stop by. Hopefully I can execute more of these idealized plans without too much groundhog interference.
you /feel/ like a father that we needed as a kid, i just feel safe
Watching you dig so freely into the yard makes me envious
I haven't had luck delving my shovel without hitting intense roots, rocks, pebbles and clay.
Wherever you live is far superior
However my home faces south so I have that on my favor!
I was so transported into my own “dreamland” by this video. My brothers are artists, and everything they touch , even a chair with coffee, and books, is soul touching. Like them, you are both an artist, and a craftsman, “par excellance”. I don’t hope to garner enough talent, or vision to match your gardens, but the fact that they seem to just erupt out of God-given small spaces and corners is inspiring….Man loving, and cooperating with Creation is the most wonderful part of life!❤️
We can all exercise creativity and build a more beautiful world. Take care.
Your garden style is exquisite, your communication clear & welcoming, your teaching is deeply inspiring! I was shocked to hear you say you had moved but what gorgeousness you have created at this new home.
Stunning!
Thank you so much Iris for the kind words.
I found myself feeling discouraged about my ability to one day have a homestead. I’m very inexperienced but I love the idea of having a garden that I live off of. This idea of a suburban homestead is right up my alley and everything that I hope to have one day. Thank you so much for your channel and for the attention to detail that you put in your videos. I have shared this video with at least five people who would also take interest in some thing like this. I feel inspired and like my dreams can one day become a reality. As an artist myself, I think it’s really important as well that you talked about the elements of design. So many people don’t realize how important that is to have a beautiful space. Thank you again and I wish you all the best.
“Silver is for the kettle, and gold for the furnace, but The LORD is the tester of hearts- Bible” your heart is like discovered silver, dirty and not pure, when silver is purified it is melted over and over, to the point that when it’s melted and glows red hot, it is pure enough to see your own reflection in the puddle, so also does the LORD purify your heart, till HE can see HIS own reflection in it, seek the LORD and be reborn, ask The LORD to renew and restore you, repent and ask The LORD for HIS Salvation for those who seek will find and those who knock the door will be open unto them, no man is good, all are in need of salvation, Jesus died so that our sins will be wiped away and so that we could be made new, seek The Kingdom of GOD for if you would be wise you would be wise for yourself, pick up your cross and deny your flesh and follow the path of GOD, for The Kingdom of GOD is at hand, in JESUS MIGHTY NAME Amen and Amen
What a surprise for RUclips to present your channel to us! We drive by your home weekly on our way to 340. I've seen you working outside and loved the design on the tops of your raised beds. Next time we pass by and you're outside, we'll be sure to honk and wave!
I could watch this style of video every day. Really appreciate the teachings you're sharing with us, plants and trees are already fascinating to me but to add all the artistic elements it just takes the beauty to the next level. Brilliant.
Thank you so much for that feedback. It helps a lot.
SO WELL DONE!!!
Thanks Brian! And thanks for watching, my friend.
Hi! I'm actually a concept artist who's been working the past 10 weeks on my final year project and despite it being about designing a real life garden this is by far one of the best references I've had for HOW to design a garden space and how to keep things rustic and pleasant, thank you so much for this!
Good luck on your project and portfolio:)
I will never, NEVER get tired of watching this video. Have been coming back to see it for more “missed” or forgotten details of your garden and way of thinking since you posted it!❤
This is the highest compliment I could receive. My goal has been to create videos worth revisiting down the line
This is the video I have been waiting for! I'm still a novice gardener, and designing for aesthetic is where I struggle the most. I will definitely be applying these principles in future garden projects. I can't wait for the next video! Also, every time you have shots of the inside of your house, I am in awe. You could have stand-alone house renovation/interior design episodes and I would totally watch them.
Thanks Matt. I hope it was useful. I may do a house tour after the height of the growing season.
I loved the design of your raised beds! Very creative! I love the idea of your curved path. It looks amazing! Are you in an area with frost /thaw heaves? I would be curious how your path holds up through winter weather. It looks like the way I want my side yard path to become. I've yet to construct my path.
I second the request for a house tour :)
Thank you so much for this! Many garden videos focus just on the gardening, while many landscaping videos treat plants like furniture that can just be thrown in wherever. I am really looking forward to your entire series.
Your comment perfectly describes my thoughts! Hope you like what is to come.
Fantastic video. I’m a professional gardener and found your presentation really detailed and thought provoking. I recently moved to half an acre (previously in a tiny townhouse). You have motivated me to continue to DIY a space into a characterful and beautiful space. Thanks for taking the time to educate everyone 💚🌼🐝
“Silver is for the kettle, and gold for the furnace, but The LORD is the tester of hearts- Bible” your heart is like discovered silver, dirty and not pure, when silver is purified it is melted over and over, to the point that when it’s melted and glows red hot, it is pure enough to see your own reflection in the puddle, so also does the LORD purify your heart, till HE can see HIS own reflection in it, seek the LORD and be reborn, ask The LORD to renew and restore you, repent and ask The LORD for HIS Salvation for those who seek will find and those who knock the door will be open unto them, no man is good, all are in need of salvation, Jesus died so that our sins will be wiped away and so that we could be made new, seek The Kingdom of GOD for if you would be wise you would be wise for yourself, pick up your cross and deny your flesh and follow the path of GOD, for The Kingdom of GOD is at hand, in JESUS MIGHTY NAME Amen and Amen
very intersting video as always. I am an artist too, so the part where your brought your art knowledge into planning the garden was super interesting. The glimpses of the inside of your house are magical, you really have a hand for creating beauty.
Always happy to read your comment! Thank you!
I’m so glad I discovered your videos! I’m recovering from Covid and I was feeling really depressed and uninspired. Over the course of the day I watched lots of your videos and I am planning to implement some of what I’ve learned in the springtime. Thank you for your beautiful aesthetic sensibility and great practical advice. I love that your ways are frugal, but the quality you achieve is exceptional. Thank you!
I'm glad to hear the videos helped inspire you. I hope you feel better soon to plant an amazing garden come spring!
I will forever remember April 6! The day I found your channel!! This is my passion and you are like the most crazy talented cottage garden artist ever. I am hoping someday you teach a class. For now I will go and watch everything you have made and look forward to your posts!!! Thank you for sharing your art with all of us. ✨
mine is April 11💕
I absolutely love the way the garden beds appear to be cutting into the stone wall or vise versa. This idea would never naturally come to my mind. I adore the creativity of you brain!!
Marvelous! I love your ideas, layouts, structures and plans. Just my style.
Using broken concrete as walls and walkways has been a real money saver for me. Please continue the series, it is such a treat to see how you pull it all together.
Glad to see you here Jeri. Hopalong hollow is always an inspiration.
I went to Interior Design school just so I could learn to plan and organize my garden at this level. You are inspiring!
As a motion graphics/ 3D artist I really appreciate the time you take for visualizing your garden concept and editing the video, it looks really thought out! Things like that take up quite some time which is often overlooked so great job!
Thank you for noticing. You understand the countless hours to pull this off.
Amazing video! I’ve seen so many “look at my cottage garden” videos that inspire me, but never one that breaks down HOW to work it out. I live in one of those liminal suburban homes, and in an HOA so the front yard is kind locked to what I can do. But the backyard…the backyard is my canvas! Thank you so much for this!
This video was awesome! The info was A-1 and the design ideas and mini tutorials are great. This type of vid seems like a less arduous task than the documentaries and maintains the quality while allowing you to probably upload more. I know a lot of time goes into your content and we appreciate it!
Glad you enjoyed it my friend. Yes it was less research work and a bit less graphics. I was mostly taping from my experience. I tend to overcomplicate things sometimes. Glad you appreciate the effort!
And by the way, huge congratulations on passing the 100 000 subscribers milestone Siloe. 👍👍👍
Thanks David. I was very surprised by the speed.
@@suburbanhomestead Your Videos are outstanding! Once you hit the 100.000 mark, the growth goes faster and faster. This is what I noticed at many other channels.
Please visit my channel, and stay tuned to help me grow!!!😍
One of the best gardening videos I've seen. I can see why everybody loves this. The choice of "slides" to demonstrate elements of garden design was better than anything I've seen on any major production garden show and it didn't always focus on gardens but places and styles. This was definitely the best way to relay these concepts. The "final" cottage garden was a little too casual for my taste but of course this is just a matter one's own personal style.
My daughter has been sick for a couple of days now, and it's been really hard for her to go to sleep and your video sent her right to sleep, thank you soooo muchhhh ur amazing ❤ And your garden looks beautiful
This was incredible. The elements of design applied to garden design was some of the most illuminating content I’ve watched on RUclips in a long time. Thank you for providing this resource! LOVED this type of video detailing the thinking behind design decisions, and eager to see more.
Your space transformation is just beautiful! The design tips were helpful as I too am trying to implement the cottage style gardens in my own space. Thank you for creating this and sharing it with us.
Glad to hear you found it useful. Hope you will build a cottage garden worthy of your dreams.
I've been trying to create a cottage garden in my own home and stumbled upon your channel. Anyone who builds such amazing enclosed beds, cares for the earth by recycling old concrete and uses the phrase "Marauding groundhog" must be a kindred sprit. Thanks for the laugh! I can't wait to view your other videos.
You said “thank you so much for watching this video”. I say “thank you so much for making this video”. I have the regular lawn with planting around the perimeter, but the cottage I live in is 350 years old. I don’t like my garden in its current form but have not known really how to change it. My garden means so much to me (I have been gardening for 50 years) and this is the first time I have wanted to follow somebody else’s ideas. My very grateful thanks to you from an old thatched cottage in England.
Siloé! This style - this genre is a perfect hybrid of your documentarian impulses while keeping with the whimsical aspects of your design. I love the new format I think it truly showcases so much in bite-size lengths.
I tried to keep it contained. And I think this length is probably more useful for the most amount of viewers.
@@suburbanhomestead and I love the longer docs as well- they are like little film jewels! Please do a house tour - if comfortable with the idea- I see so much beauty in your new house! Would love to see the before and after. My husband is a modernist while I love all things vintage, regency, Belle Epoch and ethnic. And I like to mix modern in with it all. A kind of hint of steam punk too. Please check out Benedetta Bonichi’s art. I think you’ll love her half myth/ Half animal art. Anthropomorphic chic is what I call it and it looks great with antiques! I framed a print of her work above my spinet piano- just magical. Since you’re and artist I’m sure you have gorgeous originals throughout your home.
Many blessings!
Thank you for this series. I have dreams to do this one day and am bookmarking your videos! ~ Jennifer
Happy to hear you can use it as reference. That makes the effort worth while.
yup, there's a lot of replay value in these videos
I love the bird cage style raised beds. It’s so important to think about aesthetics as well as the practical productive functions of the garden. I love the interior of your house too! So inspiring!
Ouvi “Rio de Janeiro” com uma pronúncia tão perfeita e percebi que era um conterrâneo. Que conteúdo incrível! Acabei de conhecer seu canal e estou amando os vídeos 🥰
pensei a mesma coisa, quando ouvi Rio de Janeiro e Salvador, já saquei que era brasileiro.
This is a winner! Thanks for sharing I especially like the tall enclosures.
Thanks Karen. I must say they also work 100% in protecting the plants from groundhogs and deer.
If there's a video which I could absolutely say: yep, this is my goal. Having a place like this. It's wonderful. Congrats on making such a beautiful garden!
this man is magical, i hope the people around him got good memories from seeing all those beautiful flowers!
I am also an artist/gardener. I appreciate the architectural elements of your videos. I will be adapting both your bed topper design and your vine trellis in my garden. I have a productive permaculture garden that helps to feed me and my family of 6. I also love the historical background and the overall design elements that I see in your home decor, garden, and even your fashion sense. It's almost like hearing gardening advice from a modern-day Mark Twain. Thank you for posting your videos. They make me smile.
I’m so happy I found your video. It giving me so much courage not to giving up for the first few years of my gardening journey. I am a new gardener and over the years I spent a lot of money from plants from the nursery and deer will eat it or they don’t make it. It’s so sad because I just bought my new house and I am on the budget. Your video teach me that I can still have a beautiful cottage garden without have to spend a lot of money to buy plants from the nursery. I’d like to thanks you for sharing and happy new year.
Yes, taking it slow and understanding your land is key. I only deal mostly with groundhogs, so I can only imagine how destructive heavy deer pressure can be. I hope some of the ideas can help you get to a better garden. You might have to install a fence or only use plants that are poisonous to deer, which is difficult.
Don't give up! All of that time failing is so valuable as a teacher. Success will come and it will be very satisfying!
This video is has so much passion 🥰 Graphics are incredible
Thank you. I’m trying to precisely figure out what made this one resonate more. It could be the practical transformations woven amongst the theoretical insights, or just the topic itself, or both.
@@suburbanhomestead Just interesting and well done. Precisely that.
@@suburbanhomestead im a new viewer and I think that beautiful thumbnail may hv played a role.. your thumbnail is exactly what I think of when someone says 'cottage garden' so pretty but cozy at the same time
Plus the 3d graphics and the style of ure video was amazing
Of course I haven't watched your older videos but looking forward to it
RUclips algorithms suggested this video...What an incredible watch! Everything from your gentle presence and knowledge to artful filming and beautiful gardening had my whole attention. I can't wait to explore your videos and learn from you. Wow!
13:03 omg!
That little lesson of art was life-changing, it just made total sense. I do love the visual representations used in here.
HOW is this not a 5 million follower channel?! The effort put into these videos is phenomenal! Amazing video! Great tips on design!
I'm really happy you appreciate the effort I put on making these videos. Hope you like the veggie documentaries as well.
@@suburbanhomestead Very much! Great work!
Siloe, that garden path is just wonderful. I hope to craft a cottage garden as beautiful and functional as you have!
You will!
I've been racking my brain on what to do with the uneven concrete path in my backyard, and this is the idea I've been waiting for! It's amazing!
razilian too, we live in Lousiana since 2003. We have a coffee plantarion on Brazil and I love to garden and cultivate here, because I do not go to our farm as much as I wanted to. Your garden inspired me so much, I spend a lot of money on plants but I have never thought how wasteful was not planning, I should have a perfect garden after so long I'm going to rewatch your series on Cottage garden and try to adapt it here in my place in the bayou! Thanks so much for your videos!
Your videos inspire and educate like nothing else I've seen. Beautifully done, generously shared. Thank you for elevating this platform with your unique style and content. Bravissimo!
yes, more videos like this one about how to create and design a cottage garden. Loved every bit of the information you shared and how it was delivered and can't wait for the next ones in this series. It was more than just eye-candy, it was very informational as well.
“Silver is for the kettle, and gold for the furnace, but The LORD is the tester of hearts- Bible” your heart is like discovered silver, dirty and not pure, when silver is purified it is melted over and over, to the point that when it’s melted and glows red hot, it is pure enough to see your own reflection in the puddle, so also does the LORD purify your heart, till HE can see HIS own reflection in it, seek the LORD and be reborn, ask The LORD to renew and restore you, repent and ask The LORD for HIS Salvation for those who seek will find and those who knock the door will be open unto them, no man is good, all are in need of salvation, Jesus died so that our sins will be wiped away and so that we could be made new, seek The Kingdom of GOD for if you would be wise you would be wise for yourself, pick up your cross and deny your flesh and follow the path of GOD, for The Kingdom of GOD is at hand, in JESUS MIGHTY NAME Amen and Amen
This is incredible. Your overview of design elements really got me thinking. I have a lot of curved beds I'm making and pathways, but really no focal point nor structure to bring them together.
That is what you need. Something that stands out but still talks to the geometry of everything else. That is the path to harmonious design.
Gardens and plants just make me happy and give me peace..
That makes sense.
Some gardeners like artists have the ability to see the big picture and an end result in their minds eye. I love to see something that others might think looks like it's ready for the junk pile and in my mind I create a whole new look for it. I do a lot of mental creating when I shop at garden centers or go to auctions and view "barn finds" that wording on an auction bill gets my creative juices going.
Wow, another wonderful educational video! Thank you for sharing the progress of your gardening as well as giving us glimpses of the interior of your home which is just beautiful! Those fancy antique bird cages that you built are so lovely, you are so talented!
Thanks Monique. I'm glad you liked it!
It is amazing how you have been transforming the spaces. Thank you so much for sharing. Happy 2022!!
Slowly but surely. I prefer to grow the garden at slow pace so I can react to the challenges the land throws at it and I get to ponder over the design. Happy new year!
Your home is a friggin' beauty overdose. Kudos sir.
Just the best video about English cottage gardens I have found!
Amazing, can't wait for the next episode! Love the decoration inside the house too, the backdrop where you sit and speak.
Happy growing :)
Thanks. Maybe a house tour will be in the works after the growing season.
I’m excited to apply some of the principles you have talked to my own garden. Your garden is beautiful. Thank you!
I'm glad you find it useful. The garden is slowly taking shape.
"...another resource masquerading as trash..."
I love the way your mind works!
Thank you for sharing.
19:07, Friday, 11 March, 2022
wow the production quality. thanks youtube algorithm for showing me this treasure
the 3D design you included in this video is seriously AMAZING! Great design, vision and production quality right there 😍😍
Thankyou! This style of video is very inspiring and full of information, particularly the design elements you listed for a harmonious garden. It's awesome that you're sharing this with us. Thanks also for show us how you remade the concrete path and made it look cottagey. Have a thriving 2022 🙂
I'm glad you liked it. My goal is to show that it is possible to make our gardens look pleasing without spending a fortune by being creative. Thank you so much for watching and letting me know what you thought of this. It helps me a lot.
I just discovered your channel, and let me tell you I’M IMPRESSED!!!
The quality, the way you explain everything I feel like I’m watching an actual tv show !!!
I appreciate your style of creating a garden. I want to work with the space, let it breath and live with it so I can grow with it. It might sound corny but it has so much personality and gives so much to the viewer.
Thank you Siloe for this beautiful look at cottage garden design. This is the look I have been struggling to achieve. I keep forgetting about the focal point of certain areas of my gardens. Then I lose my focus for what I want to do. Your garden has changed sooo much since your last video! It’s just beautiful. Thank you so much.
Glad this was useful. Take care!
You're a master artisan. Thank you for sharing your new cottage garden journey with us. Time well spent watching this informative and entertaining masterclass
Thanks Darryl! I appreciate the kind words.
This is the type of garden I'm looking for. Thank you for this video so I can show my fiance what my vision in my head was like. I already have a path just like this in front of my house and I want to make the entire front yard into a garden like this instead of just a stupid grass lawn.
I’m so happy that RUclips suggested this lovely video, just mesmerising
I loved everything about this episode! Your pathway is so inviting now and I love the vision you have for your future garden. I look forward to watching it grow! 💕 Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much. Glad you liked the transformation.
Sooo excited to see you in my subs feed. I love the way you put videos together. You capture the wonder and fulfillment that growing your own food gives all of us gardeners.
Really happy to hear that!
Fantastic video. I’m a professional gardener and found your presentation really detailed and thought provoking. I recently moved to half an acre (previously in a tiny townhouse). You have motivated me to continue to DIY a space into a characterful and beautiful space. Thanks for taking the time to educate everyone
I appreciate the way you interact artistry with gardening to make an interesting and cohesive design. I love the space you are making for your flowers and vegetables!
This was amazing, especially you breaking down the visual elements and how to use them to create new spaces. More videos on planning and planting gardens. Thank you!
That front area is really filling out beautifully! Excellent visuals as always, Siloe. I hope our garden can look even half that lovely someday.
So much easier to do it with graphics Greg :-) No groundhogs.
You are an artist and a master gardener… you are basically Living my dream life.
Outside of the contents itself, the editing quality of this video is insanely good!!!!
Abselutely brilliant episode, you made my day. Love your ideas and the update at the end is beautiful with all those flowers. Thank you for the hard work you put in your episodes they really show. 🤙
Thanks my friend. I'm glad you enjoyed it. and I hope you will like a future episode focusing on the plants, the ideals and the challenges.
Wow, this is absolutely stunning! I can't wait to see a more indepth look into the new space!
That is great to hear! Thanks
I was inspired to try a cottage garden from seed at a new house this year. I used some of your design principles on a new front bed. Not all flowers have bloomed yet. Some were winners (zinnias) some were flops (poppies) - There is a mix of annuals and perennials. This garden is along a Main Street in a small town that still sports a lot of foot traffic-and the complements have been non-stop! Hats off to you! Your design principles are solid, beautiful and creative! You have brought a lot of joy to the neighborhood! Thank you!
This guy needs more subscribers. His videos are amazing! The production quality is incredible.
breathtaking. to put in all of the work and hours to create something like this *and* to make such a cohesive, uplifting video on it is a respectable feat at least. thank you!
Love watching the transformation of your garden. It really helps me to think out of my sometimes narrow box, and it provides inspiration. Can't wait for spring! Please, more videos like that
Thank you so much. I hope it will inspire you to grow a garden of your dreams!
Art is the key to great gardens. Our eyes know when something is pleasing or not . Be it a stone wall or placement of a fountain.
Bravo ! What a great video
Love your channel & videos! So educational & the visuals are absolutely amazing. It’s clear you put a lot of time & care into everything you do!
Beautiful video composition and editing as well as beautiful video concept and garden build.
I appreciate your kind words Greg! Thanks for watching!
Really, really loved this! Enjoyed how you incorporated the artistic elements of design! I haven't seen anyone else do that, but it was very practical. Sometimes I get overwhelmed by a blank canvas. I think I will refer to your video over & over again for my new garden plan!
Glad to hear that.
Congratulations sir.
You prove this science is an art.
I have really enjoyed watching and rewatching this series.
You made some excellent visualizations and descriptions, particularly when you we talking about sun exposure. I love the artful language, as it really paints a clearer picture and inspires the imagination of the listener.
Learning more every time I watch! I’m an intermediate gardener and I live in Vermont. I started watching these videos as I’m dreaming of Spring in the depth of a New England winter. The more videos I watch I uncover the artistic and educational qualities of these videos. Thank you so much for sharing your creative spirit. I favor your videos less for “how to’s” but rather for inspiration to create beautiful design styles. Plus, I frankly just love your outfits. 🙂
Phenomenal! I really enjoy how you explain the thought process behind what you do and not just the physical process. This allows us a frame of reference to help express our gardens in our own way using solid principles from an artistic standpoint. Here in South Dakota a lot of pollinator gardens look like someone just quit mowing their lawn. I am trying this style to compliment my vegetable garden. Thank you for your work.
I really appreciate that you take this process step by step, and explore the ways you can use the resources around you.
I’m so happy to have stumble upon your channel. I really enjoyed the content of this video. I loved hearing your discussion of garden design and how you applied these principles into your own garden. And then I took a minute to realize how high quality the video and editing is too! I’m looking forward to watching more. Thank you!