Laura, your awareness of simple things like clearing back the dirt so people can see the edge of the hole is awesome. You never “um” or “err”, you speak fluidly and confidently, and then with Aaron’s camera and editing skills, your videos literally put many TV gardening shows to shame. I’m forever thankful of your skills, and knowledge, and that you are willing to share your unfolding garden with us!
Yes. I went "whoa!". When I got to the 11:24 mark, I thought that her video editor must have had some espresso while pulling that those segments together, LOL.
I felt like I was at a concert! The music and graphics get better and better. You are always so informative and explain things perfectly and yes, visual learner here. Thank you do much to all of you for what you do and HOW you deliver it every day. We truly appreciate you 👏😊
At 74 I have a hard time holding a drill. Sigh... It is so frustrating. Laura is right, go with DeWalt drills! Hubby bought one from somewhere that stopped working while I was hanging curtain rods! I went and bought a Dewalt Just to finish my project! At first, he was mad that I spent $$$, however, he quickly realized it was the better tool. LOL Now I doubt I could use that auger; I am reduced to a small trowl. Aging is not fun!
I’m digging the rock music! Laura needs to enter carrying the auger in slow mo, hair blowing back and wearing sunglasses! 😄 on a more serious note, I bought an auger recommended by the bulb company I ordered from. 3 holes in it bent and was useless after that. It didn’t even hit a rock! It was just hard soil. Thanks for these recommendations!
Due to sticker shock for some augers, I ended up buying a "cheaper" auger off a popular online store and wow it sure was CHEAPER. Tried using it to plant my bulbs...DUD! So, for everyone considering buying an auger, treat yourself to solid steel one, I know they are quite pricey but it is a good investment for all those holes in the future!
Thank you for sharing this; this is exactly where I’m at … been staring at the screen on likely that same online site for so long and was still unsure what to do! Between Laura’s explanations and your recommendation I am certain now just what I need to have to get started, for both the auger/tips as well as the correct size drill!! On my way to fill my cart now. Thanks so much. 🤩🇨🇦
Check out your local estate sales! I'm always finding older yard tools that are super well made, and just a little well loved haha Usually just needs a little cleaning and good to go!
Excellent editing with the graphics and guitar riffs during the demonstration! Gets you in the mood to rock some power tools! 🤘🤘 Probably the best video I’ve ever seen explaining the types of augers and drills. Thank you so much!
Laura, I absolutely love my Power Planter augers. I have two sizes, a 3" in the 12" length, and a 4" in the 24" length. These augers are heavy-duty and extremely well made. You are the one who introduced me to Power Planter augers in the first place, and I'm so glad that you did. Planting bulbs has never been easier. I'm short, 5' 1" and I'm trying to decide if I'm strong enough to handle a bigger drill, maybe the concrete mixing one. The Dewalt Hammer Drill is the one I'm currently using with the smaller augers, and it works for me. Have a great weekend! ~Margie
Thanks so much for that info! I’m only 4’ 9” and was thinking which drill would work for me for the most popular smaller to medium sizes! For the bigger ones, it’s my hubby helping out or else I’ll look quite funny trying to hop on a the shovel like it was a pogo stick which takes me 2 to 3 times longer than my hubby! 😆
Can’t tell you how much your knowledge about power planters, and planting in general, has helped me putting in brand new garden beds. Game changer! I so look forward to every video you guys put out.
I just received my power planter starter kit. They had the best price on the drill. I ordered several hundred bulbs and my normal drill had a hard time with the auger I bought from a box store. I can’t wait to try out my new power planter. Thanks for introducing me to Colorblends and power planter,
Omg! Whomever is editing lately is amazing! I thought for a second I was watching HGTV! Great info. Totally want the augur tool, would help so much. Thanks Laura and Aaron (and crew) for always showing us the details
The visual learner that I am has been watching you use these super machines wandering where I can find them🙄 I guess I won‘t be buying shoes and handbags the next time we travel to the US because my suite cases will be filed with the bigger sizes of these augers and the matching drills🤔 Love the drilling music😂
Hahaha 🤪 don’t wait to travel for who knows how long from now that’ll be … order online and get them now - you’ll have suitcase space for your shoes and purses!! 🤩🤩
@@willowingchintz Update - They will, apparently, ship internationally to a limited number of countries, including Canada, Belgium and The Netherlands. I haven’t explored their website in detail yet.
I just finished watching all the playlists this awesome page has accomplished year after year! Thank you so much for all your amazing work. I only live in an apartment but you’ve inspired me to have so many beautiful plant plans for my future home! ❤️
Tips ... Didn't read all the comments so maybe these have been said... For planting with an auger.... I like to set my drill on the lower setting used for putting in screws, instead of the higher setting used for drilling wood or metals, etc. The lower/screw setting also can have a racheting adjustment that stops the blade rotation if it catches on something like a big rock/root. This can save your wrists from a harsh jolt. I find there is usually no need to put any significant pressure down when digging with the auger. The blades tend to pull the auger into the ground and you really only need to guide it while drilling holes. And... Don't rush. It's tempting to try to go faster and faster as you plant a lot with an auger. But a measured pace is best and is still way faster than other methods of planting. With two helpers and one 2" x 24" auger I planted about 600 perennial plugs in a rocky hillside this spring in under 3 hours. One person placed plants per the design, one drilling holes, the third put in the plant. Not a speed record, but an easy pace to work at and no struggle overall. Happy planting
I just told hubby a few days ago that an auger was on my list…this vid was awesome and perfect timing! Thanks! We love watching you down here in Houston! 😍
Raise your hand if you have been watching Laua so long you can remember when she used a shovel for planting. 👋 Love how far you've come and all the wealth of tips and tricks you've shared through the years!
I haven’t even watched the video yet, but I can tell you I will LOVE it. I bought a dewalt drill and a 3” auger for smaller flowers. I’m now getting the longer one. I will refrain from the larger auger - for now. These tools are incredible! Where have they been my whole gardening life?!!
My first thought on your comment was, “great, she’s getting them in France” then “how do they run on French electricity…oh, yeah, cordless.” The question I couldn’t answer is, do you have to have converters for the batteries when you recharge them?
A super big thank you for this video! It gave me the confidence to order my first auger (just now), which I've been wanting to do for quite a while. I can't wait to get it in so I can start planting my bulbs!
I don’t need augers in my sand….but boy, these will definitely come in handy when I garden my moms yard. She has hard red clay and can’t garden like she used to. I’m 3 hours away from her, but I go up every weekend to do the gardening and harder chores for her. These will help me get so much more done in the short amount of time I have there each week. Thank you!!
Does anyone else want to run out and buy 3 acres of garden space so they can use all of these augers? For so many it would be a dream come true but not realistic for some of us “older” gardeners! Thank you for letting us live our garden 🪴 dreams through you and your family!
Your honesty about what works and what doesn’t is so refreshing. It makes me feel like I really will get my money’s worth rather than feeling like I got duped!
Warm greetings to you all from an Irish guy currently on vacation in beautiful Italy… surrounded by so much to see and do … but a must even on vacation is to tune in to see Laura and family … It’s simply not a good day without it ! Love each video Best wishes to you all
As always, a perfectly timed video! I suggested to my husband a power planter auger for my birthday (October 3rd), and he said he didn’t think it would work in our rocky, clay soil! Well now we know! Loved learning more about the sizes, and what size would work for what size plants! You guys are getting better and better all the time with content, editing and the music!! Rock on!! Lol!! 🎸🎵🤘🏻
Thank you again! Augers changed my life in the garden! After knee replacement surgeries the shovel was not my friend. With a drill & an auger you dig your hole, plant your plant & move on to your next plant. Easy peazy!🌺🌸🌻
My husband happened to be sitting in the room while I was watching this video and said I should recommend to you Rigid drills/batteries as they have a lifetime warranty. He uses them for work all day long (construction field) and burns out motors or the batteries stop charging etc and they are great about either fixing them or (if it can't be fixed) replacing them. I can't tell you how many new tools he's gotten! Just passing the info on!
The auger cut outs and the heavy metal music- straight awesomeness! 😂😂😂 I felt like I was at a trade show. All we need was some pyrotechnics! Great explanations on the auger sizes and uses. Much needed. Thanks!
Lynn Carson After a foot injury at the beginning of the summer, I discovered your channel and began binge watching Your episodes. Eventually I was able to get back in my garden and put to use many of your ideas. I ordered a color blends catalog and got a little carried away. When I met the $60 minimum order, I suddenly realized I had ordered over 100 bulbs - yikes. This video on augers came in the nike of time - i ordered an auger to help with the planting. I learn something each day about my garden and I’m looking forward to next spring already. Thank you!
NEVER in the history of ever.did I ever think I would spend a Saturday evening watching a video on augers AND find it interesting and actually something I completely understand you wanting to have. It would really save a lot of time and effort - make planting fun. You explained it all well and I'm glad I watched. Thanks!
Wonderful auger overview, Laura! I live in the shadow of Mount Lassen (ancient Mount Yana) Butte County, California where our heavy clay soil has huge, bowling ball sized rocks, so my best tool is a pick ax. So happy I found your channel a few months ago - I’ve been living vicariously through your videos all summer and dreaming of cooler, less smokey, fall weather when perhaps I can manage some planters and dream big for my 12 acres. Really enjoying traveling though your archives - excellent work! Thanks so much for sharing your passion and experiences.
Laura, everything is really coming together so beautifully. I'm very excited and to be quite honest with you, I'm doing my best to be patient when it comes to seeing an update on your " Beautiful greenhouse" I can't wait to see it in it's grand completion. If I were you I'd probably sit for hours every day, just adoring it
A big thanks for this being explained in depth…..I have been trying to pieces this function together and been confused because of all the different product offers out there….Thanks Laura…bravo👍🌸🥰
Hi Laura, I’m so happy you did a video on augers and drills. I have put one of the concrete mixer drills on my (have to have) list, but wasn’t really sure what size auger I needed. This video takes all of the question out. Hard to believe you’re just 5’4”. You scurrying around like a little squirrel and you “get ur done” as we say in the south Alabama. I watch your RUclips videos religiously every day, and feel like you and Aron are family. And Benjamin is such a huge part of it. Can’t wait to see Samantha start to follow him around with her little shovel in hand , playing in the dirt. You’re doing such an awesome job as a mom, with Benjamin. Allowing him to play in the dirt, and being so respectful of nature. Sorry, I’m rambling now. Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your videos. Have a blessed day my dear.❤️
This is such a great video! I am always learning from you and this one is very timely as I will be planting my first-ever bulbs... and I've ordered a bunch! I was debating whether to purchase a cheaper auger online or go with the real deal with PowerPlanter. Definitely will go with the latter! ...and I agree with the others, the choice of music and editing (stopping the animation with models and sizes written up on the screen) were perfectly done! BRAVO!
Hi Laura and Aaron! This was a well put together video on augers and drills. I have no need for them, but seeing so many comments asking what you use and recommend, I'm sure there are many of your viewers that find this very helpful. The editing and music was great! Kudos to Ken and Aaron! Thank you so much for sharing!
This was one of the most helpful videos as I was thinking I needed a drill and auger for planting. I am a 70 yr old woman, but strong, and needed to buy just one drill and auger for bulbs and typical perineal size pots. Thank you....you read my mind!
I’m SO excited! It’s like you read my mind! I bought over 800 bulbs for fall planting and immediately regretted it, until I saw a bulb planting video using a drill and auger. I looked into the drill/auger setup online and was somewhat confused….so I stalled on the idea. Until this morning when I saw your video! Thank you SO much for the great explanation regarding different drills and augers. I immediately went to a link you posted and ordered a great package deal that exactly fits my needs. So, I think while I wait for it to arrive, I’ll cruise through a few bulb catalogs.😉 💪🏻 Thank you, thank you!
Can't thank you enough for all the helpful tool videos you have done - the auger, the quick connects and the Hoselink are my most valuable tools - things I would have never known about if it hadn't been for your videos ... thanks, once again, for helping to make our gardening chores much easier ...
It is so helpful to have all this auger and drill information in just one video, so we don't have to go searching through all the videos trying to find auger ones....I've been down that wormhole, only to emerge hours later! Also, great editing/effects in this video!
Thank you for this amazing informative instructive video! I just asked my husband to get me one of these for Christmas and then you came out with this video. Now I can show him what I'm talking about and I can get him the exact information of what I want. Thank you for being so helpful all the time. I've learned so much from you. I really appreciate all the help encouragement you are to all of us want to be gardeners. You and Aaron do a great job together, keep it up!!
Good morning Laura and Aaron and all Garden Answer viewers. Greetings from the lovely island of Dominica. My take on auger use is that they are especially helpful to ladies who do not have as much arm strength as men and makes a lot of digging more time efficient.
Thank you, thank you! I've bought the wrong drills and wrong augers multiple times trying to replicate what you do on your channel, so this is the video I've been waiting for!
I JUST ordered a 1 1/2" and a 3" this week for the very 1st time! I went CRAZY with bulbs to plant this fall, and thought this would help me a ton. It's funny though, because before my search of "bulb planting tools", I had never heard of them! And now here you are doing a video on them! Very helpful!!!! Thank you
Wow! I have been wishing for this video. So much info packed into 15 minutes. Since the auger/drill setup can be pricey, I was lost in what I should get. Thank you so much, Laura and Aaron. Fantastic video once again. God bless.
☕ Good morning ~ loved today's video and the music & graphics. Nice! I've been waiting for one of these videos! Looks like I need to invest in a new Dewalt 20 volt drill and a few new planting augers! It's time to step up my planting game! 🏵☘🌾🌿🌱🌵🌷🌸🌼💐💮
Thank you for explaining the augurs! This year I realized my knees are not quite up to digging 9 little holes with a small garden shovel plus extensive weeding in one day. 🤦♀️. I have started using your zone trick and it really helps! I, and my knees, thank you. 😊
I bought a cheap one (knowing it wasn't the best choice) to see if they'd work for me. I can tell it won't last forever, but it does fine and makes my life a lot easier! When it dies I'll definitely get a nicer one to replace it because they are a GAME CHANGER!
Definitely a video to reference when I am in the market when I begin "auging" holes. It may be a pricey investment, but it would save so much time, and some aches and pains. This is such a helpful video. Thank you Laura, Aaron!
Laura, your videos are so professional! You and Aaron just keep getting better and better! Love them! And love your family! My daughter and son-in-law are building a house on 5 acres so I see the need for a few augers in their future! My 3 inch won’t be sufficient for their space! Sharing this video with them. Thanks! ~Cassandra Senter, Laguna Beach, FL, Zone 9A
I just starting looking into getting this equipment after watching how much easier you get things planted in your garden. Perfect timing and most helpful, thank you.
Thank you for this video , I didnt know of the rocking back and forth to make hole bigger ..see this is why we love you doing these videos cause I learn something everytime..thank you
Thanks for posting this video! It was so helpful. I actually just bought my first power planter, but I was really unsure if I was choosing the right size and length. Like you, I learn visually. This video came at the perfect time, and now I understand the sizes, uses, and drill requirements! Thank you!
This was perfect! I asked for a bulb auger and a Hoselink for my birthday. Got the Hoselink, now need to get the auger and wasn’t sure where to start! Now I know! Thanks Laura!
Finally, the internet connection is quite good that's why I've watched your video 😊😊 it is always good and great to know that you shared all your knowledge not just regarding plants and flowers, but also about the tools that you are using 👍👍 "viola" 😁😁
Watching you plant last year, I was inspired to plant bulbs for the first time ever. I bought over 300 bulbs. I bought an auger, too --- 'cause that's what Laura does! My wonderful husband helped me plant all those bulbs, He was so happy that you recommend using augers. :-) Looking for my Colorblends order to arrive any day!
Super helpful video! Thank you Laura! The plant visual in the holes was key for me so thank you for adding that. I’m also a visual learner so taking the time to add that is why I love watching your channel. 🌱🌸🌻
Hope your anniversary was great! Congratulations Laura an Aaron! Great tutorial on the augers. I’m sure this will be a good resource for everyone who is considering going to the next level in planting tools!💚
Laura, this video had the exact content I needed to make a decision regarding the size (diameter) of auger I need for my DeWalt drill (I have the 20v you have). In reading about you, I learned that you are from East Oregon. I went to high school in Portland (OR) and finished in Boise (ID) - went to Capital High School. Anyway, my wife and I live in a suburb of Fort Lauderdale (South Florida) near the Everglades. I just started a landscape renovation project (we have nearly 5,000 Sq.Ft. of terrain begging for better landscapting. I am definitely planning to follow some of your advice - my plants will be mostly Zone 10b types, but I'll experiment with other varieties. Just wanted to write a few words to express my gratitude for your time, dedication, but most importantly for sharing your botanical knowledge and experience.
Amazing how your timing was right on for me!!! I have been planting tulips and some fall planting (with a shovel!) and was just thinking about how I wish I knew more about planting augers. You are such a blessing Laura!!!! And Aaron 😀❤️
I have followed your lead & now I use an auger for all my planting! Using the auger makes planting so much easier! I love this video especially the it is edited for the final video! 😃🍁🍂👍🌿
Watching this video this morning when I hear a tapping on the window. It was a group of gophers from my back yard. "Turn it up!" They said, in unison. I'll be keeping a close eye on my Amazon account. 🐿️🐿️🐿️
Not sure if I'm in the market for an auger as my city lot has been labelled 'over-planted' by 2 arborists that have visited our trees... but I have to say this was a great video! as an artist I appreciate what goes into the production. If I was in marketing with PW or PPA or Dewalt I'd be knocking on your door for rights to this video. As others have said Laura speaks confidently and from the heart, Aaron captured great footage, as a team you organized the set up brilliantly and Ken/Aaron - hats off you nailed the editing! What a team- well done! I began watching your videos because although I'm in Canada we are in the same zone, I return daily because of the positivity and great content.
Thank you so much Laura and Aaron for making this video! Was unsure what to order so I've put it off all summer but because of this video it helped me know exactly what I needed. Also, I would've known about the power tip and the adapter without this video. Can't thank you enough you guys rock! ❤ from TN
First time I have seen them at Lowes this summer. I ordered one from the website, then saw them at the store. Thanks for the info. My husband loves it. Makes things so much easier.
Thank you -- this video is JUST what I needed to learn today. Finally, my hands and back will get a break from my years of trying to dig holes with a spade in my difficult garden earth!
Yes! I love that you did this video! We have been using augers for awhile and I thought i was the only one! I definitely need to upgrade to a drill one though. I only have the commercial one with a couple size. So worth it to fight rocks😁
Laura, your awareness of simple things like clearing back the dirt so people can see the edge of the hole is awesome.
You never “um” or “err”, you speak fluidly and confidently, and then with Aaron’s camera and editing skills, your videos literally put many TV gardening shows to shame. I’m forever thankful of your skills, and knowledge, and that you are willing to share your unfolding garden with us!
Ken is also their editor
Well said!
@@luckycharm5589 and a great job he does!!
So true!!
Hi Claudia plantak you can always appreciate without insulting other gardening shows
The choice of rock music while Laura showed the different augers had me cracking up 😂
🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯
Same 😂 in the best way possible tho
Yes. I went "whoa!". When I got to the 11:24 mark, I thought that her video editor must have had some espresso while pulling that those segments together, LOL.
Yes! Laura🤘you rock!!
I felt like I was at a concert! The music and graphics get better and better. You are always so informative and explain things perfectly and yes, visual learner here. Thank you do much to all of you for what you do and HOW you deliver it every day. We truly appreciate you 👏😊
I got out my lighter! (Lol if you "get" that we're over a certain age!)
@@sherilynkoss4546 yes 🤣🤣🤣
At 74 I have a hard time holding a drill. Sigh... It is so frustrating. Laura is right, go with DeWalt drills! Hubby bought one from somewhere that stopped working while I was hanging curtain rods! I went and bought a Dewalt Just to finish my project! At first, he was mad that I spent $$$, however, he quickly realized it was the better tool. LOL Now I doubt I could use that auger; I am reduced to a small trowl. Aging is not fun!
How excited Aaron must have been to use “rock” music and slow-mo for the example hole portion. Lol!! Rock on, Aaron! 🤘🏻
Haha I was just going to say the same thing :-)
Rock on, Aaron!!!
Makes ya'll wanna Rock those Augers!!
You've gotta start including who does the editing. This one was epic. Still waiting on a "Power Stance" shirt to come out. Lol
I would buy that shirt and I totally agree, power planter and DeWalt should try to partner with them, that was like an epic commercial/tutorial!
Do you even know what epic means 🤦
@@nashnash7997 No point in being rude.
Urban Dictionary says Epic means classic “cool” I think that is the intent. ;)
Ken does their editing. He's been mentioned numerous times
I’m digging the rock music! Laura needs to enter carrying the auger in slow mo, hair blowing back and wearing sunglasses! 😄 on a more serious note, I bought an auger recommended by the bulb company I ordered from. 3 holes in it bent and was useless after that. It didn’t even hit a rock! It was just hard soil. Thanks for these recommendations!
Good morning coffee crew! ☕️ Hope y’all have an amazing day! 🍁🍂🍃
You too! :)
The music and graphics for the augers was priceless! LOL Thank you, as always, for great information :)
Due to sticker shock for some augers, I ended up buying a "cheaper" auger off a popular online store and wow it sure was CHEAPER. Tried using it to plant my bulbs...DUD! So, for everyone considering buying an auger, treat yourself to solid steel one, I know they are quite pricey but it is a good investment for all those holes in the future!
Same here. I bought a cheap one at store ny the bulbs just like Laura mentions qnd it bent and not worth buying to begin with.
Thank you for sharing this; this is exactly where I’m at … been staring at the screen on likely that same online site for so long and was still unsure what to do! Between Laura’s explanations and your recommendation I am certain now just what I need to have to get started, for both the auger/tips as well as the correct size drill!! On my way to fill my cart now. Thanks so much. 🤩🇨🇦
@@missbiggs9437 glad to help out a fellow Canadian!! 🇨🇦
Check out your local estate sales! I'm always finding older yard tools that are super well made, and just a little well loved haha
Usually just needs a little cleaning and good to go!
I use a shovel as it works just as well to dig a hole
Excellent editing with the graphics and guitar riffs during the demonstration!
Gets you in the mood to rock some power tools! 🤘🤘
Probably the best video I’ve ever seen explaining the types of augers and drills. Thank you so much!
Laura “Don’t be me.” Lol. We all want to be like you! PS. Aaron great graphics and music!
i know right!!! :)
Good morning Laura 💕
Greetings from Windermere, Florida zone 9b 🇺🇸
Happy Gardening Garden Answer Friends 🌿💚🌿
Laura, I absolutely love my Power Planter augers. I have two sizes, a 3" in the 12" length, and a 4" in the 24" length. These augers are heavy-duty and extremely well made. You are the one who introduced me to Power Planter augers in the first place, and I'm so glad that you did. Planting bulbs has never been easier. I'm short, 5' 1" and I'm trying to decide if I'm strong enough to handle a bigger drill, maybe the concrete mixing one. The Dewalt Hammer Drill is the one I'm currently using with the smaller augers, and it works for me. Have a great weekend! ~Margie
Thanks so much for that info! I’m only 4’ 9” and was thinking which drill would work for me for the most popular smaller to medium sizes! For the bigger ones, it’s my hubby helping out or else I’ll look quite funny trying to hop on a the shovel like it was a pogo stick which takes me 2 to 3 times longer than my hubby! 😆
Can’t tell you how much your knowledge about power planters, and planting in general, has helped me putting in brand new garden beds. Game changer! I so look forward to every video you guys put out.
Holy crap the editing on this was so good!
I just received my power planter starter kit. They had the best price on the drill. I ordered several hundred bulbs and my normal drill had a hard time with the auger I bought from a box store. I can’t wait to try out my new power planter. Thanks for introducing me to Colorblends and power planter,
Do you have a link to the starter kit? Sounds like just what I need. Thx!
I didn’t even know you could get it as a kit let alone a starter kit - wow!
Omg! Whomever is editing lately is amazing! I thought for a second I was watching HGTV! Great info. Totally want the augur tool, would help so much. Thanks Laura and Aaron (and crew) for always showing us the details
I thought I was watching NFL Sunday football, or a Gillette blade commercial when those infographics and the rock music came on, LOL.
The visual learner that I am has been watching you use these super machines wandering where I can find them🙄 I guess I won‘t be buying shoes and handbags the next time we travel to the US because my suite cases will be filed with the bigger sizes of these augers and the matching drills🤔 Love the drilling music😂
Hahaha 🤪 don’t wait to travel for who knows how long from now that’ll be … order online and get them now - you’ll have suitcase space for your shoes and purses!! 🤩🤩
@@missbiggs9437 They sadly only ship to the lower 48 States.
@@willowingchintz thanks for the update; I did not realize. Lost opportunities on their part all the same … bummer!
We have started getting power planter in uk but they only offer 2 size options at the minute
@@willowingchintz Update - They will, apparently, ship internationally to a limited number of countries, including Canada, Belgium and The Netherlands. I haven’t explored their website in detail yet.
I just finished watching all the playlists this awesome page has accomplished year after year! Thank you so much for all your amazing work. I only live in an apartment but you’ve inspired me to have so many beautiful plant plans for my future home! ❤️
Thank goodness for power tools to make gardening so much easier!
Tips ... Didn't read all the comments so maybe these have been said...
For planting with an auger.... I like to set my drill on the lower setting used for putting in screws, instead of the higher setting used for drilling wood or metals, etc. The lower/screw setting also can have a racheting adjustment that stops the blade rotation if it catches on something like a big rock/root. This can save your wrists from a harsh jolt.
I find there is usually no need to put any significant pressure down when digging with the auger. The blades tend to pull the auger into the ground and you really only need to guide it while drilling holes.
And... Don't rush. It's tempting to try to go faster and faster as you plant a lot with an auger. But a measured pace is best and is still way faster than other methods of planting.
With two helpers and one 2" x 24" auger I planted about 600 perennial plugs in a rocky hillside this spring in under 3 hours. One person placed plants per the design, one drilling holes, the third put in the plant. Not a speed record, but an easy pace to work at and no struggle overall.
Happy planting
I just told hubby a few days ago that an auger was on my list…this vid was awesome and perfect timing! Thanks! We love watching you down here in Houston! 😍
Right here with you! I definitely have that on my list too! 👍🏻
Good morning, Laura ☕️ And the Power Planters will be sold out in 3,2,1…
Great graphics, Aaron. Super helpful.
Have a Blessed Day 😊🐈
Raise your hand if you have been watching Laua so long you can remember when she used a shovel for planting. 👋 Love how far you've come and all the wealth of tips and tricks you've shared through the years!
I haven’t even watched the video yet, but I can tell you I will LOVE it. I bought a dewalt drill and a 3” auger for smaller flowers. I’m now getting the longer one. I will refrain from the larger auger - for now. These tools are incredible! Where have they been my whole gardening life?!!
So good! I went out of my way to order two Power Planter augers akd made them come to France, I cannot wait, bulb planting will be far easier
My first thought on your comment was, “great, she’s getting them in France” then “how do they run on French electricity…oh, yeah, cordless.” The question I couldn’t answer is, do you have to have converters for the batteries when you recharge them?
I was asking for an auger for Christmas so this was sooooo helpful I didn’t know where to start! Thank you sooooo much ❤️🌸🌺❤️
A super big thank you for this video! It gave me the confidence to order my first auger (just now), which I've been wanting to do for quite a while. I can't wait to get it in so I can start planting my bulbs!
Same here … isn’t it fantastic finally having a clue just what to get? Yes, a super big thanks.
I don’t need augers in my sand….but boy, these will definitely come in handy when I garden my moms yard. She has hard red clay and can’t garden like she used to. I’m 3 hours away from her, but I go up every weekend to do the gardening and harder chores for her. These will help me get so much more done in the short amount of time I have there each week. Thank you!!
I just adore daughters/sons who help out their parents! Stay blessed.
Excellent. Thanks for the head-to-head. If you want to mail that extra-long auger bit down my way, I wouldn't complain. 😁
Does anyone else want to run out and buy 3 acres of garden space so they can use all of these augers? For so many it would be a dream come true but not realistic for some of us “older” gardeners! Thank you for letting us live our garden 🪴 dreams through you and your family!
Your honesty about what works and what doesn’t is so refreshing. It makes me feel like I really will get my money’s worth rather than feeling like I got duped!
Power Planter and DeWalt, you won't find a better "commercial" that reaches more gardeners than this. Partner up! ~ Lisa 🌷🌻🌹🌸💐🌲🌳🌱🌿🍁
Warm greetings to you all from an Irish guy currently on vacation in beautiful Italy… surrounded by so much to see and do … but a must even on vacation is to tune in to see Laura and family …
It’s simply not a good day without it !
Love each video
Best wishes to you all
As always, a perfectly timed video! I suggested to my husband a power planter auger for my birthday (October 3rd), and he said he didn’t think it would work in our rocky, clay soil! Well now we know! Loved learning more about the sizes, and what size would work for what size plants! You guys are getting better and better all the time with content, editing and the music!! Rock on!! Lol!! 🎸🎵🤘🏻
Thank you again! Augers changed my life in the garden! After knee replacement surgeries the shovel was not my friend. With a drill & an auger you dig your hole, plant your plant & move on to your next plant. Easy peazy!🌺🌸🌻
My husband happened to be sitting in the room while I was watching this video and said I should recommend to you Rigid drills/batteries as they have a lifetime warranty. He uses them for work all day long (construction field) and burns out motors or the batteries stop charging etc and they are great about either fixing them or (if it can't be fixed) replacing them. I can't tell you how many new tools he's gotten! Just passing the info on!
Yes, as long as you register the tools and/or batteries when you buy them. I used to do the service paperwork on them at the THD service desk.
The auger cut outs and the heavy metal music- straight awesomeness! 😂😂😂 I felt like I was at a trade show. All we need was some pyrotechnics! Great explanations on the auger sizes and uses. Much needed. Thanks!
Pyro yea! haha. :)
Laura I love watching your videos, I am an avid gardener , new to Oregon and loving what the Garden State has to offer. Thank you
I am a traditional Indonesian vanilla farmer, very grateful to join your channel, your work is very good. may God bless you
Love seeing vids go live! Have a Great day everyone!
Hey just wanted to say that the editing for this video is soo awesome ✨ totally highlights all the tools 😀
Lynn Carson
After a foot injury at the beginning of the summer, I discovered your channel and began binge watching
Your episodes. Eventually I was able to get back in my garden and put to use many of your ideas. I ordered a color blends catalog and got a little carried away. When I met the $60 minimum order, I suddenly realized I had ordered over 100 bulbs - yikes. This video on augers came in the nike of time - i ordered an auger to help with the planting. I learn something each day about my garden and I’m looking forward to next spring already. Thank you!
NEVER in the history of ever.did I ever think I would spend a Saturday evening watching a video on augers AND find it interesting and actually something I completely understand you wanting to have. It would really save a lot of time and effort - make planting fun. You explained it all well and I'm glad I watched. Thanks!
Wonderful auger overview, Laura! I live in the shadow of Mount Lassen (ancient Mount Yana) Butte County, California where our heavy clay soil has huge, bowling ball sized rocks, so my best tool is a pick ax. So happy I found your channel a few months ago - I’ve been living vicariously through your videos all summer and dreaming of cooler, less smokey, fall weather when perhaps I can manage some planters and dream big for my 12 acres. Really enjoying traveling though your archives - excellent work! Thanks so much for sharing your passion and experiences.
Laura, everything is really coming together so beautifully. I'm very excited and to be quite honest with you, I'm doing my best to be patient when it comes to seeing an update on your " Beautiful greenhouse" I can't wait to see it in it's grand completion. If I were you I'd probably sit for hours every day, just adoring it
Rock and roll garden auger montage! Awesome moment in Garden Answer history!
A big thanks for this being explained in depth…..I have been trying to pieces this function together and been confused because of all the different product offers out there….Thanks Laura…bravo👍🌸🥰
Hi Laura, I’m so happy you did a video on augers and drills. I have put one of the concrete mixer drills on my (have to have) list, but wasn’t really sure what size auger I needed. This video takes all of the question out. Hard to believe you’re just 5’4”. You scurrying around like a little squirrel and you “get ur done” as we say in the south Alabama. I watch your RUclips videos religiously every day, and feel like you and Aron are family. And Benjamin is such a huge part of it. Can’t wait to see Samantha start to follow him around with her little shovel in hand , playing in the dirt. You’re doing such an awesome job as a mom, with Benjamin. Allowing him to play in the dirt, and being so respectful of nature. Sorry, I’m rambling now. Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your videos. Have a blessed day my dear.❤️
My husband and I were completely rocking out with this video! ...Insert head nodding! ☺🤘
I now have Auger Envy! 💗
Why is it so totally satisfying to watch augers in action? Bravo! 💪🎉
The music and editing on this video is hysterical! I'm waiting for speech bubbles with things like KA-POW! and BAM! 🤣
This is such a great video! I am always learning from you and this one is very timely as I will be planting my first-ever bulbs... and I've ordered a bunch! I was debating whether to purchase a cheaper auger online or go with the real deal with PowerPlanter. Definitely will go with the latter! ...and I agree with the others, the choice of music and editing (stopping the animation with models and sizes written up on the screen) were perfectly done! BRAVO!
Garden smarter not harder so this video is definitely beneficial with fall planting and the upcoming bulb season, thanks. 😊
Hi Laura and Aaron! This was a well put together video on augers and drills. I have no need for them, but seeing so many comments asking what you use and recommend, I'm sure there are many of your viewers that find this very helpful. The editing and music was great! Kudos to Ken and Aaron! Thank you so much for sharing!
Got my first Power Planter auger last year and have never looked back. Best garden hack ever🎉
Just received my first power planter auger and drill set! Ordered it after seeing you use one all the time!
This was one of the most helpful videos as I was thinking I needed a drill and auger for planting. I am a 70 yr old woman, but strong, and needed to buy just one drill and auger for bulbs and typical perineal size pots. Thank you....you read my mind!
Finally!!!!! Thank you so much for doing this. My back, neck, knees, and hips thank you.
I’m SO excited! It’s like you read my mind! I bought over 800 bulbs for fall planting and immediately regretted it, until I saw a bulb planting video using a drill and auger. I looked into the drill/auger setup online and was somewhat confused….so I stalled on the idea. Until this morning when I saw your video! Thank you SO much for the great explanation regarding different drills and augers. I immediately went to a link you posted and ordered a great package deal that exactly fits my needs. So, I think while I wait for it to arrive, I’ll cruise through a few bulb catalogs.😉 💪🏻 Thank you, thank you!
Can't thank you enough for all the helpful tool videos you have done - the auger, the quick connects and the Hoselink are my most valuable tools - things I would have never known about if it hadn't been for your videos ... thanks, once again, for helping to make our gardening chores much easier ...
It is so helpful to have all this auger and drill information in just one video, so we don't have to go searching through all the videos trying to find auger ones....I've been down that wormhole, only to emerge hours later! Also, great editing/effects in this video!
Thank you for this amazing informative instructive video! I just asked my husband to get me one of these for Christmas and then you came out with this video. Now I can show him what I'm talking about and I can get him the exact information of what I want. Thank you for being so helpful all the time. I've learned so much from you. I really appreciate all the help encouragement you are to all of us want to be gardeners. You and Aaron do a great job together, keep it up!!
Good morning Laura and Aaron and all Garden Answer viewers. Greetings from the lovely island of Dominica.
My take on auger use is that they are especially helpful to ladies who do not have as much arm strength as men and makes a lot of digging more time efficient.
Great video! Hoping to see an auger sticking out of my Christmas stocking this year! 😄🎅
Thank you, thank you! I've bought the wrong drills and wrong augers multiple times trying to replicate what you do on your channel, so this is the video I've been waiting for!
I JUST ordered a 1 1/2" and a 3" this week for the very 1st time! I went CRAZY with bulbs to plant this fall, and thought this would help me a ton. It's funny though, because before my search of "bulb planting tools", I had never heard of them! And now here you are doing a video on them! Very helpful!!!! Thank you
Wow! I have been wishing for this video. So much info packed into 15 minutes. Since the auger/drill setup can be pricey, I was lost in what I should get. Thank you so much, Laura and Aaron. Fantastic video once again. God bless.
☕ Good morning ~ loved today's video and the music & graphics. Nice!
I've been waiting for one of these videos! Looks like I need to invest in a new Dewalt 20 volt drill and a few new planting augers!
It's time to step up my planting game!
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Thank you for explaining the augurs! This year I realized my knees are not quite up to digging 9 little holes with a small garden shovel plus extensive weeding in one day. 🤦♀️. I have started using your zone trick and it really helps! I, and my knees, thank you. 😊
I bought a cheap one (knowing it wasn't the best choice) to see if they'd work for me. I can tell it won't last forever, but it does fine and makes my life a lot easier! When it dies I'll definitely get a nicer one to replace it because they are a GAME CHANGER!
Definitely a video to reference when I am in the market when I begin "auging" holes. It may be a pricey investment, but it would save so much time, and some aches and pains. This is such a helpful video. Thank you Laura, Aaron!
Laura, your videos are so professional! You and Aaron just keep getting better and better! Love them! And love your family! My daughter and son-in-law are building a house on 5 acres so I see the need for a few augers in their future! My 3 inch won’t be sufficient for their space! Sharing this video with them. Thanks! ~Cassandra Senter, Laguna Beach, FL, Zone 9A
The auger comparison was great.😂 I really appreciated Laura placing the plants in the holes towards the in (visual learner).
Sure missed you guys yesterday! Morning coffee just wasn't the same... Hope all is well!
It was their 15th anniversary and spending with their family.
I just starting looking into getting this equipment after watching how much easier you get things planted in your garden. Perfect timing and most helpful, thank you.
Perfect timing for me to watch this video! I have been looking to buy and had no idea where to start. Thanks to you, I now know!
Thank you for this video , I didnt know of the rocking back and forth to make hole bigger ..see this is why we love you doing these videos cause I learn something everytime..thank you
YES!!!!!! My back and my wife say THANK YOU for the show and tell!!!! I already have the drills but didn’t know where to get the hex adapters.
Thanks for posting this video! It was so helpful. I actually just bought my first power planter, but I was really unsure if I was choosing the right size and length. Like you, I learn visually. This video came at the perfect time, and now I understand the sizes, uses, and drill requirements! Thank you!
This was perfect! I asked for a bulb auger and a Hoselink for my birthday. Got the Hoselink, now need to get the auger and wasn’t sure where to start! Now I know! Thanks Laura!
Finally, the internet connection is quite good that's why I've watched your video 😊😊 it is always good and great to know that you shared all your knowledge not just regarding plants and flowers, but also about the tools that you are using 👍👍 "viola" 😁😁
Watching you plant last year, I was inspired to plant bulbs for the first time ever. I bought over 300 bulbs. I bought an auger, too --- 'cause that's what Laura does! My wonderful husband helped me plant all those bulbs, He was so happy that you recommend using augers. :-) Looking for my Colorblends order to arrive any day!
Super helpful video! Thank you Laura! The plant visual in the holes was key for me so thank you for adding that. I’m also a visual learner so taking the time to add that is why I love watching your channel. 🌱🌸🌻
Hope your anniversary was great! Congratulations Laura an Aaron!
Great tutorial on the augers. I’m sure this will be a good resource for everyone who is considering going to the next level in planting tools!💚
Thank you much for this tutorial. Helps me so much. You remind me of my late father when you said "Do as I say and not as I do. "
Laura, this video had the exact content I needed to make a decision regarding the size (diameter) of auger I need for my DeWalt drill (I have the 20v you have). In reading about you, I learned that you are from East Oregon. I went to high school in Portland (OR) and finished in Boise (ID) - went to Capital High School. Anyway, my wife and I live in a suburb of Fort Lauderdale (South Florida) near the Everglades. I just started a landscape renovation project (we have nearly 5,000 Sq.Ft. of terrain begging for better landscapting. I am definitely planning to follow some of your advice - my plants will be mostly Zone 10b types, but I'll experiment with other varieties.
Just wanted to write a few words to express my gratitude for your time, dedication, but most importantly for sharing your botanical knowledge and experience.
Happy Happy Anniversary!!! Love and Hugs to your Beautiful Family!!!
I started using augers after I saw you using them ! Really saves time and easy . Thank you Laura .
Amazing how your timing was right on for me!!! I have been planting tulips and some fall planting (with a shovel!) and was just thinking about how I wish I knew more about planting augers. You are such a blessing Laura!!!! And Aaron 😀❤️
Perfect time! Literally was shopping this weekend for one and couldn't figure out what to buy! THANK YOU!
I have followed your lead & now I use an auger for all my planting! Using the auger makes planting so much easier! I love this video especially the it is edited for the final video! 😃🍁🍂👍🌿
Watching this video this morning when I hear a tapping on the window. It was a group of gophers from my back yard. "Turn it up!" They said, in unison. I'll be keeping a close eye on my Amazon account. 🐿️🐿️🐿️
Love the transition to drilling!!! Perfect music and editing!!!!
Not sure if I'm in the market for an auger as my city lot has been labelled 'over-planted' by 2 arborists that have visited our trees... but I have to say this was a great video! as an artist I appreciate what goes into the production. If I was in marketing with PW or PPA or Dewalt I'd be knocking on your door for rights to this video. As others have said Laura speaks confidently and from the heart, Aaron captured great footage, as a team you organized the set up brilliantly and Ken/Aaron - hats off you nailed the editing! What a team- well done!
I began watching your videos because although I'm in Canada we are in the same zone, I return daily because of the positivity and great content.
Thank you so much Laura and Aaron for making this video! Was unsure what to order so I've put it off all summer but because of this video it helped me know exactly what I needed. Also, I would've known about the power tip and the adapter without this video. Can't thank you enough you guys rock! ❤ from TN
Hahaha!! I’m loving how the music is different in this video when talking about power tools!!! Love it!!! My husband may actually watch this one 😀
First time I have seen them at Lowes this summer. I ordered one from the website, then saw them at the store. Thanks for the info. My husband loves it. Makes things so much easier.
Thank you -- this video is JUST what I needed to learn today. Finally, my hands and back will get a break from my years of trying to dig holes with a spade in my difficult garden earth!
Thank you for this video! Sharing to my husband for my Christmas gift 🎁💕☺ no more anger envy!
Yes! I love that you did this video! We have been using augers for awhile and I thought i was the only one! I definitely need to upgrade to a drill one though. I only have the commercial one with a couple size. So worth it to fight rocks😁