I cannot believe someone asked why a certain area isn't planted yet. I'm so impressed with how much work you've done, I also accept you're only human and there are only so many hours in a day . Keep up the great job and you may rest if you need to.
Just in case anyone was curious about a good easy and cheap way to test your compost for contamination with herbicides, get some bulk bean seeds and germinate them in a sample of compost. In 1-2 weeks you will be able to see if the seedling is sick or not, and at that point it would be safe to use a bulk compost batch. That is how lots of people test in England as it is a huge issue here as well.
I have also heard that growing marigolds in a sample of compost was an easy way to check the maturity of the compost. They apparently are susceptible to poor soil quality and won't survive to grow their second pair of (true) leaves, if the soil quality is poor.
I've had real bad germination with some type of beans last few sowings. I remember Charles Dowding having major issues 1 or 2 years back. If I remember correctly some pesticides remained during the composting of these soil mixes and giving real bad growth of tomatoes e.g. Good call, I'll do a resow in another mix directly tomorrow.
Aaron you are a treasure ; ) Not many husbands will comment on their wife's hair and especially not on video but you said something akin to 'I like your hair with the copper color.' It may not seem like much of compliment/comment to you but..... "HELLO MEN OUT THERE"...any time you give your sweetheart an endearing comment that is sincere and one your wife appreciates because it's a personal aspect of her, you will brighten her days. Aaron good for you!!! As an example for the fellas getting a compliment "HELLO LADIES OUT THERE"....when your man does something that's nice just because he saw it, thought of it and then did it....Thank him and tell him that you appreciate how he's always thinking & doing things ahead and making life so much more pleasant because he's the handsome rock in your little family : D
As much as I’m totally here for Laura and all her wisdom, Aaron is such an invaluable part of the whole process. I learn so much from him too. What a team you are ❤
👋🌞Good Sunday morning, Laura and Aaron! It was great to see the highlights video today.🤗 Don't let the impatient watchers try to make you feel pressured to plant. Or plant where they want you to plant.🤫🤫🤫 Like you said, you are at other people's mercy. In addition to that, you don't want to make what you do feel like drudgery and lose your Joy for gardening. Enjoy your own time schedules. Keep it relaxed and pleasant!👍 Have a Blessed and Beautiful day everyone! Kimberley F in Avondale, AZ (Zone 9b) 🌞🌵💞
Laura I can so relate to your hat woes. If you can, start early with your children. In Australia they have children in hats and sunglasses 😎 as a habit to play outside. Wish I would have done that. We grew up in Florida and just soaked up the sun. The hat habit is a good one to learn at any age.
I’m with Aaron on a flag pole. Maybe not huge, but a modest one. Here in central Ohio, many rural families fly their flag proudly. 🇺🇸 And for the people asking why you haven’t planted around the Hartley, they can’t be regular watchers. We know your plans and reasons for doing what you do. And we approve whole heartedly. ❤️
I always appreciate when Aaron differentiates between someone saying something that is correct, but that the way you’re doing it for your area is probably fine. My grandfather always made that distinction, and it makes me smile every time. Just because something is correct doesn’t mean it’s the best way, and just because something is incorrect doesn’t mean it’s wrong.
I find it very interesting that people ask you such personal things like the question about your hair color. I really have never noticed it. I do appreciate your openness in your response to these things. Have you ever thought about just letting your hair go natural? I did that years ago and I'm so thankful I don't have to keep up with anything. I'm glad you did mention about wearing a hat though as much as you hate it. I've always tried to be careful with the Sun but I wish I had worn a hat everyday in the summer. I do have some spots on my forehead that I need to get checked. I have very few wrinkles for being 63 but I do have some dark spots that I know are from the Sun. So be careful out there. Thanks for all the joy you bring with your videos. All the encouragement and inspiration is fantastic. Keep up the good work.
Laura-your hair and color is gorgeous!!! My hair fades in the sun and My head sweats when wearing a hat! Just my look! 🤣🤣 It’s all good! Sherry-Knoxville
@@sherrywhitaker3369 I have to wear a brim!! What I mean is a hat without the crown. My latest one I bought is a wrap around and fastened at the back with velcro. Its nice and cool 😊. Ooops I just realised that velcro might not be the American name for the tape - sometimes called hook and fasteners.
My neighbor has a fabulous flag. Big like Aaron wants. He has a small yard and placed in next to his shed with lighting and it's fabulous. In their old house they had it in a circular garden as you drove up the driveway. Both were stunning. Makes you happy you live in the good old USA 🇺🇸.
💖the feeling of the stones under your feet that you remember since childhood, such a sweet sentiment. must be so fun to make the same memories for your children.
So, my husband always wanted a, flag pole and I just thought it was going to look too commercial, or I don't know, something. Well I finally gave in and we got a 25' pole with 4x6 flag (if I remember correctly). We then built a bed around it and I love the way it turned out! So now I'm a big fan of them! We went with a 25' because it's not far from the house and our house is all one level so it was the best scale. But when you pull down our driveway we have two cedars on either side and you get to a point where they frame the flag and its awesome! So I'm Team Aaron and Flag!
THANK U AARON- for the “Plan your Infrastructure” comment! We are building a house, but I’ve got to really think through things like a garden shed, and possibly a dock which aren’t on paper at present. Will want power for lights and water for hose out there. Also, the video on the fountain has sparked an interest in that as well. Appreciate your practicality and thoroughness !
My grandfather, a WWI vet, had a large flag pole next to his well that he would raise and lower every day in front of our home. Some of my favorite memories I’m going out with him as a child, while he raised in lower the flag..
Aaron should have a Man-garden (sorta like a Mancave 😃) on the new pasture property. He can put up a flagpole and it won't interfere with any aesthetics of existing gardens or structures.
Yes it would. Also he prefers asphaly driveways. Aaron is great at organizing, planning and running the overall business. Also a loving husband and father. Laura's aesthetics are so lovely. She is a beautiful soul as is Aaron.
I agree! Even though a high pole and a big flag sounds great it would be have to be changed constantly because would be shredded by the hogh winds they have there.
We have a 35’ flag pole with a 6 x 10’ flag on our 2 1-2 acres property in Southern California and it’s beautiful! Everyone loves it. A 50’ pole would be incredible. It wouldn’t be as big as you think Laura. 🇺🇸❤️
For garden lighting; look into solar lamp posts. I have two solar lamp posts, and they each add a good amount of light to the areas where they are placed.
The final question about where you’re planting has me a little puzzled… you’ve planted a ton on the west side this year.. I mean, of course you’ll dig in around the Hartley when it’s ready for you to. I LOVE watching all the beautiful plants you’ve placed in the south garden.. I’m so excited for future tours this season to see how all the things have grown on!!! It keeps me so motivated and of course keeps me coming back!! Everyday. ☀️🪴 🌱 🌸🐝🦋😊♥️
I have loved watching her fill in the westside this year and these people wanting her to plant by the Hartley need to calm down. She explained they wanted to grate the area in the tour video.
@@AttnDefDis_ some people just need to get on with their own lives instead of telling people on RUclips what to do. It happens on a lot of channels. Some people must really not have enough to do. I think it's a bit weird really.
@@loissaedder2214 That's what Facebook is about. If, you dont want ppl to comment,or reply, dont put up anything. As long as their is no one going beyond Facebooks standards..its legit as they say.. can't handle the heat get out of the kitchen. Different comments may help others as well.
I understand the anticipation for the fans of this channel to see what Laura and Aaron do around the Hartley and it’s fine to inquire but honestly, I have enjoyed watching the south garden develop so much and have anticipation for what the season will bring with that area. When she starts in around the Hartley, I will be excited to see that too! Just as I was watching her develop her raised garden bed area and the west side. I was obsessed with watching the arbs grow into her green wall that she described it would one day be and it’s beautiful. Every time she plants things I look forward to updates and seeing what happens with them. Good & bad. She is very blessed and I feel fortunate and appreciate that she shares it all with us. It brings me great joy. 😊♥️
Yes Aaron, get a flagpole! Lots of sizes are available. My husband made a flagpole from a noble fir tree on our property and we love it. We have a solar light on the top.
We grew up on a farm and had lots of chores and of course hated it at the time but looking back it was the best thing for us! It gave me a strong work ethic that has served me well my entire life!
I loved my chores at my grandfather’s farm which was to feed the calves. He taught me how to teach the calves to suck milk from a pail. I didn’t live there full time but spent weekends and summers there.
My the Blessed Mother continue to wrap her Mantel around Father Richard . His testimony touched my soul. Thank you Father Chris for bringing him to the shine to share of Gods love and present such powerful testimony of what love of our neighbour means.
You have such grace with all the hickups/delays. I will try to be like you 🥰 Cool and graceful whatever happens, happens! You are not living a better life if you get angry or frustrated! 😎❤️
This is from a few videos ago, but I have to say that when Laura said "cat parade" the coffee in my mouth came out my nose. So funny! Your videos are informative and entertaining. I have learned so much about gardening and enjoy learning about the products you use.
Hi Laura and Aaron, Just wanted to say that I have been loving the development of your gardens/property. The big flag idea should never come to fruition! It would take away from the beauty of your property and I think some of the neighbors will not like the idea. I know I wouldn’t want a neighbor with a giant flag next to me! 😆 I hope Laura wins on this decision! 😀👍🏽
We have a flag in front of our house, about 25 feet. It’s in our front garden next to our house. Lights are on it. Beautiful. One of the reasons we bought this house.
I agree with Mike, that a huge flag would take away from the natural garden look. If you want a flagpole, put it closer to the house with a standard size pole or put it on the barn. I also agree with Laura…adding a flagpole lit at night and “street lights” will make it feel like a park, not a private home. Landscape lighting along paths and highlighting some of the trees would look amazing.
Here in Montana tons of people have flagpoles! They use it as a planting area. Like putting a wagon or goat cart at the base and planting it up. Or big rocks! It would be lovely. 💜
Everything is looking so beautiful at your home. In regards to the fountains splashing, try running a fine string down each spout, the water follows the water down and lessons the splash, you don’t notice the string and you can cut it to whatever length to find the right splash. Just and idea
Your home is just beautiful! I think it's fine to upgrade the home to reflect your style, as we just did. However, the quirkiness of a home is what makes it yours. I have things I'd love to change to get everything to match, but I realized I would have the same as everyone else. I'm okay with leaving the quirkiness intact and highlighting my home's unique characters. It's mostly esthetics vs. functional issues, so I'm going to leave it as is. My home is over 60 years old, and they just don't make them like this any longer. We are going to embrace it for what it is.
Thanks Aaron, I have started converting to the ‘one plant per pot’ as this style does create an air of ‘peace’ and tranquility’ and does not distract from my flowering hydrangeas and perennials . 💐🇨🇦
Thank you guys 😻I was only thinking about your lawns how beautifully green they are and looking stunning 🤩 Aaron you do a wonderful job on the lawns 🍀🐨🦘🇦🇺Karen
Nix on a huge flagpole. There was one erected at a certain Boise Northend residence that was glorious to see but the chagrin to neighbors. It was so noisy when the wind was blowing and we don't have the winds like you do. Just something to consider with so many homes close to you.
I love that even when you two don't ask each other for a response or comment, that you finish each other's thought/comment before the sentence a completed ♥
You can see how fabulous the hollyhocks are looking in the background when. you pan over to Aaron. I say try and save them for as long as you can. A neighbor gave me seeds from her plants yesterday. I am planing on trying to grow for next spring. She says they are super easy to grow.
Oh Aaron- boys and their toys. I loved how you said it might involve a tool purchase to rid rid of the quack grass, and your face lit up with a devilish smile. Love how you interact with each other. Thank you both for keeping my mind thinking of what I can do to improve its beauty. ❤️❤️
We have a huge flag pole in our yard and yes it is lighted. I love it so much! Laura you would grow to live it. Lights throughout your garden would be awesome!
I'm fairly new to gardening having only just finished renovating our house, this channel has given me the courage to experiment freely with plants and taught me the colours and textures I love above others etc, but broadly speaking I hope everyone is able to spend a little time growing things, for me it's a safe place to experience failure and a fun place to experience success, in 'real life' those things have much higher stakes and in my garden I'm completely free and relaxed, if something doesn't thrive I can simply try again, it's a fantastic lesson for life as well! Thank you Laura and Aaron, I'm 35 and am a little late to this party, but I'm here now x
Greetings, Laura & Aaron, from Windermere, Florida zone 9b USA 🇺🇸 I always feel like my favorite niece and nephew zoomed me each Sunday. Thanks for visiting your old Gardening Auntie in Florida. Happy 4th of July Everyone ❤️🤍💙
I would suggest putting in small lighting just like the 3-4' fixture Aaron gifted Laura a while ago that used to sit next to the gazebo and pergola. Use several of those throughout the south garden (and elsewhere) along pathways and add uplighting to the bases of your larger trees, adding more as each one grows to give them a glowing quality. That keeps it from feeling industrial or park-like and actually helps with the separation of "rooms" or distinct spaces as the gardens develop and mature. Big no to the flagpole for the same reason. It's a garden, and that peacefulness augmented by only fountains or statuary that blend into the background is what keeps it feeling that way. I'm with you, Laura!
Aaron, if you go to a good stain shop, they do an amazing job matching old stains. My late brother put a closet in our old house back in 1990 and was able to match the stain on the bifold doors to the old dark woodwork in the house.
I feel your pain about getting things done on someone else’s schedule. I also think I appreciate projects more when it takes time and effort to complete them. The evolution of ideas is such an important concept in a garden. Thanks for sharing your process.
OMG! I’m a fairly new subscriber to the main channel. I happened to hear Laura mention another channel this past week. What a wonderful companion to the main channel. Such wonderful information and a joy to see the two of you together and interact. You’re a lovely couple and thank you both for sharing your knowledge. I’ve learned so much! Thank you!
I'm with Aaron! Though I'm picky when it comes to flags. I don't like the printed on ones. Mine has to be completely sewn. The one on my house is WAY too big for its 3ft pole hanging off my house, but I love it. ❤️
Oh, Laura, I’ve always though a flagpole would look lovely somewhere on your property!! There are lots of homeowners who install one-piece flagpoles on their home property and it can be done so well; they aren’t just for businesses!! Our flagpole is one of my favorite features in my garden. I am a bit biased in that my family owns a flag and flagpole business in the PNW, but it really is a beautiful addition that if incorporated well, only adds to the beauty of one’s space.
Speaking of protecting you hair and skin, I notice that your Mom wears hats and sunglasses and she is gorgeous! She looks much younger than she must be. I wish I had done the same.I did however notice the first year or so of owning my little Nursery and being in the sun continually I could feel it in my eyes so I did wear sunglasses, just turned 70 and my eyes are good.
You had me in stitches when the big bumblebee flew by and you got distracted and called it a "bird". Too funny! We have big ones here in Nova Scotia, CA and they are distracting for sure.
Aaron Use Q4 on the quack grass or goose grass I buy it at D and B. I live in Nampa and we had it all over. 3 oz per quart. We get this plant every year. Around june 17 it pops out everywhere. this year we sprayed Q 4 on my grass and I don't have it coming up anywhere.
🤗🤗💜🤗☺ recap videos are my favorite! I like them all but the chitchat between you too is priceless! Love Aaron input and perspective and how Laura brushes him off when she doesn't agree with him! 😅😅😅 love it!
I watch garden RUclips in the north of England called “the quarry garden” and she just recently planted standard lavenders which I’ve never heard of before.
Flags on poles look too business-y or like a school to me. My neighbor has one and it CLANGS super loud in the wind - very unpleasant sounding. I'm on Laura's side! 😂
Hey Laura, I love your hair and wanted to share two tips my stylist shared with me ti help the copper tone in your hair. Try blue shampoo/conditioner- I use matrix and/or redken brand. And she also told me to put a filter on the shower head, which both made a world of difference! Hope these tips help you as much as they helped me!
Laura just a thought about your hair turning red copper,. Around here we deal with a lot of iron in well water which makes the hair turn copper color even with filtered systems . Love your videos , I have learned so much and am so inspired by yourself and Aaron.
CONCRETE -- You could definitely DIY a concrete pad - especially with someone like Paul around; he seems to know how to do everything! We all need to BE a Paul or have one around, right? And with you two (Laura & Aaron) being so detail-oriented, it'll be level! :-) Just rent a little mixer for the day, and use either 2x4's for a square frame or buy the flexible plastic forms to create a circular base. It would be a fun project!
I would love a video about the renovation plans! My father and I watch a lot of HGTV so it's intriguing to see what people are thinking and seeing how it turns out! 💙💙 love from California!
I’m with Aaron on the flag! My hubby put up one several years ago (25ft) and at that time, I was not fully on board with it. However, I will have to say that I have come to really appreciate it as an encouragement and a validation of our love for our country and it’s people!
Have patience viewers, if Laura was able to plant by the Hartley I think she would be doing it as she is so excited about that specific area. Really people?!
Aaron you can also make it into a Christmas tree with lights for the holidays. We are a lawn care & do Christmas 🎄lights in our down time & see a lot of our customers & commercial properties utilize the flag pole for the holidays lights. I think it’s a great idea!!🤩
Sweet we can see the hollyhocks behind Arron 😍 I actually started some from seed this year. Still not tall enough to flower here in zone 8 beginning of July 🥵
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I cannot believe someone asked why a certain area isn't planted yet.
I'm so impressed with how much work you've done, I also accept you're only human and there are only so many hours in a day .
Keep up the great job and you may rest if you need to.
As a Navy Veteran it was on my first agenda to put a flagpole up when I got out of the service and bought my first home! I vote a Yes for Aaron!!
Thank you so much for your service 🇺🇲...from a MoM
With the size of your place I think the large pole, flag with lights would be beautiful and the appropriate size!
Thank you Sir for your service
@@nikkinichols832 it’s ma’am. I’m a woman lol
Thank you so much for your Service!❤🇺🇸
🤣🤣🤣 Aaron: "On camera, 100% of the time, we are supportive of each other." Haha! I love your honesty & the banter you two have!
Just in case anyone was curious about a good easy and cheap way to test your compost for contamination with herbicides, get some bulk bean seeds and germinate them in a sample of compost. In 1-2 weeks you will be able to see if the seedling is sick or not, and at that point it would be safe to use a bulk compost batch. That is how lots of people test in England as it is a huge issue here as well.
I have also heard that growing marigolds in a sample of compost was an easy way to check the maturity of the compost. They apparently are susceptible to poor soil quality and won't survive to grow their second pair of (true) leaves, if the soil quality is poor.
You can get a bag of beans at the grocery store too.
Fava beans are a good bean to grow for testing for contaminated compost/soil.
I've had real bad germination with some type of beans last few sowings. I remember Charles Dowding having major issues 1 or 2 years back. If I remember correctly some pesticides remained during the composting of these soil mixes and giving real bad growth of tomatoes e.g. Good call, I'll do a resow in another mix directly tomorrow.
Good to know! Thank you!
Aaron you are a treasure ; ) Not many husbands will comment on their wife's hair and especially not on video but you said something akin to 'I like your hair with the copper color.' It may not seem like much of compliment/comment to you but..... "HELLO MEN OUT THERE"...any time you give your sweetheart an endearing comment that is sincere and one your wife appreciates because it's a personal aspect of her, you will brighten her days. Aaron good for you!!! As an example for the fellas getting a compliment "HELLO LADIES OUT THERE"....when your man does something that's nice just because he saw it, thought of it and then did it....Thank him and tell him that you appreciate how he's always thinking & doing things ahead and making life so much more pleasant because he's the handsome rock in your little family : D
Once he mentioned looking out the window and seeing her hair so bright like a copper penny. I thought it was so endearing.
Personally I LOVE copper coloured 'red' hair. I never could understand what Anne Shirley was so upset about!
How perfectly stated
As much as I’m totally here for Laura and all her wisdom, Aaron is such an invaluable part of the whole process. I learn so much from him too. What a team you are ❤
I enjoy the ongoing teasing Aaron gets about that sunflower. I think his biggest 'mistake' was doing it on camera 🤩
👋🌞Good Sunday morning, Laura and Aaron!
It was great to see the highlights video today.🤗 Don't let the impatient watchers try to make you feel pressured to plant. Or plant where they want you to plant.🤫🤫🤫 Like you said, you are at other people's mercy. In addition to that, you don't want to make what you do feel like drudgery and lose your Joy for gardening. Enjoy your own time schedules. Keep it relaxed and pleasant!👍
Have a Blessed and Beautiful day everyone!
Kimberley F in Avondale, AZ (Zone 9b) 🌞🌵💞
100% agree. Follow and be guided by your initiative and keep the joy of planting and designing.
OMGosh, I'm loving Aaron's input on this video. Hilarious, the Sunflower Wrangler 🌻. I love these Q&A videos.
Laura I can so relate to your hat woes. If you can, start early with your children. In Australia they have children in hats and sunglasses 😎 as a habit to play outside. Wish I would have done that. We grew up in Florida and just soaked up the sun. The hat habit is a good one to learn at any age.
I’m with Aaron on a flag pole. Maybe not huge, but a modest one. Here in central Ohio, many rural families fly their flag proudly. 🇺🇸
And for the people asking why you haven’t planted around the Hartley, they can’t be regular watchers. We know your plans and reasons for doing what you do. And we approve whole heartedly. ❤️
Yes Aaron- your flag idea is perfect!
I love the huge flag pole idea! I’m with Aaron!
Hey Laura, your hair looks amazing with the “copper penny” color.
Laura, I love how positive you always are….you truly are a guiding light!
I always appreciate when Aaron differentiates between someone saying something that is correct, but that the way you’re doing it for your area is probably fine. My grandfather always made that distinction, and it makes me smile every time. Just because something is correct doesn’t mean it’s the best way, and just because something is incorrect doesn’t mean it’s wrong.
I love seeing Aaron in the video; it feels like we’re sitting in the sun porch with you.
And yes, team Aaron on the flag pole!
When you folks take a couple days off it just reminds me how much I look forward to your videos! Thanks again for taking us along on your journey 😊
I find it very interesting that people ask you such personal things like the question about your hair color. I really have never noticed it. I do appreciate your openness in your response to these things. Have you ever thought about just letting your hair go natural? I did that years ago and I'm so thankful I don't have to keep up with anything. I'm glad you did mention about wearing a hat though as much as you hate it. I've always tried to be careful with the Sun but I wish I had worn a hat everyday in the summer. I do have some spots on my forehead that I need to get checked. I have very few wrinkles for being 63 but I do have some dark spots that I know are from the Sun. So be careful out there. Thanks for all the joy you bring with your videos. All the encouragement and inspiration is fantastic. Keep up the good work.
Laura-your hair and color is gorgeous!!! My hair fades in the
sun and My head sweats when wearing a hat! Just my look! 🤣🤣
It’s all good!
Sherry-Knoxville
@@sherrywhitaker3369 I have to wear a brim!! What I mean is a hat without the crown. My latest one I bought is a wrap around and fastened at the back with velcro. Its nice and cool 😊. Ooops I just realised that velcro might not be the American name for the tape - sometimes called hook and fasteners.
@@viviennehayes2856 - We do call it Velcro and I wear the same kind of brim that you do! 💐
The Hollyhocks are beautiful behind Aaron!
Yes, I thought so too! & most likely what the humming bird was after 😊♥️
The hollyhocks located behind Aaron in this video look beautiful.
I've had the same conversation with my husband! "This isn't a Marriott!" The flag poles make me think of a Post Office!
Exactly!
I think a small flag on the barn would be a nod to Americana that is your property's vibe!
My neighbor has a fabulous flag. Big like Aaron wants. He has a small yard and placed in next to his shed with lighting and it's fabulous. In their old house they had it in a circular garden as you drove up the driveway. Both were stunning. Makes you happy you live in the good old USA 🇺🇸.
💖the feeling of the stones under your feet that you remember since childhood, such a sweet sentiment. must be so fun to make the same memories for your children.
So, my husband always wanted a, flag pole and I just thought it was going to look too commercial, or I don't know, something. Well I finally gave in and we got a 25' pole with 4x6 flag (if I remember correctly). We then built a bed around it and I love the way it turned out! So now I'm a big fan of them! We went with a 25' because it's not far from the house and our house is all one level so it was the best scale. But when you pull down our driveway we have two cedars on either side and you get to a point where they frame the flag and its awesome! So I'm Team Aaron and Flag!
THANK U AARON- for the “Plan your Infrastructure” comment! We are building a house, but I’ve got to really think through things like a garden shed, and possibly a dock which aren’t on paper at present. Will want power for lights and water for hose out there. Also, the video on the fountain has sparked an interest in that as well. Appreciate your practicality and thoroughness !
I find the best thing is to talk to someone who has done it because they’ll have issues they came up with that you may not have thought of.
You guy's are so sweet. Your kid's are very lucky to have you both for parent's.
'Perhaps.' 😂😂😂😂😂😂🌻
Love these recaps so much. 💚 Thanks for everything you do for us. Hope you enjoyed the long holiday weekend as a family!
My grandfather, a WWI vet, had a large flag pole next to his well that he would raise and lower every day in front of our home. Some of my favorite memories I’m going out with him as a child, while he raised in lower the flag..
Aaron should have a Man-garden (sorta like a Mancave 😃) on the new pasture property. He can put up a flagpole and it won't interfere with any aesthetics of existing gardens or structures.
Good idea 👍
@@espears6606 Oh that's right, I forgot about the park lights! 😂
No Arron. I agree with Laura. No giant lights or giant flag pole. It would look industrial.
Yes it would. Also he prefers asphaly driveways. Aaron is great at organizing, planning and running the overall business. Also a loving husband and father. Laura's aesthetics are so lovely. She is a beautiful soul as is Aaron.
I'm with Laura. A normal size flag on the front of the barn would be wonderful.
Agreed - standard size would look so classic on the barn. I find the gigantic ones tend to look like an auto dealership.
Flag on the barn is my vote. So classic.
I agree! Even though a high pole and a big flag sounds great it would be have to be changed constantly because would be shredded by the hogh winds they have there.
We have a 35’ flag pole with a 6 x 10’ flag on our 2 1-2 acres property in Southern California and it’s beautiful! Everyone loves it. A 50’ pole would be incredible. It wouldn’t be as big as you think Laura. 🇺🇸❤️
I don't think I have ever seen you in light colors! Wow! You look so stunning and fresh!!!
For garden lighting; look into solar lamp posts. I have two solar lamp posts, and they each add a good amount of light to the areas where they are placed.
Great recap today. Absolutely love when Aaron has so much input. Hugs from N.C..❤️
The final question about where you’re planting has me a little puzzled… you’ve planted a ton on the west side this year.. I mean, of course you’ll dig in around the Hartley when it’s ready for you to. I LOVE watching all the beautiful plants you’ve placed in the south garden.. I’m so excited for future tours this season to see how all the things have grown on!!! It keeps me so motivated and of course keeps me coming back!! Everyday. ☀️🪴 🌱 🌸🐝🦋😊♥️
I have loved watching her fill in the westside this year and these people wanting her to plant by the Hartley need to calm down. She explained they wanted to grate the area in the tour video.
@@AttnDefDis_ some people just need to get on with their own lives instead of telling people on RUclips what to do. It happens on a lot of channels. Some people must really not have enough to do. I think it's a bit weird really.
@@loissaedder2214 That's what Facebook is about. If, you dont want ppl to comment,or reply, dont put up anything. As long as their is no one going beyond Facebooks standards..its legit
as they say.. can't handle the heat get out of the kitchen.
Different comments may help others as well.
I understand the anticipation for the fans of this channel to see what Laura and Aaron do around the Hartley and it’s fine to inquire but honestly, I have enjoyed watching the south garden develop so much and have anticipation for what the season will bring with that area. When she starts in around the Hartley, I will be excited to see that too! Just as I was watching her develop her raised garden bed area and the west side. I was obsessed with watching the arbs grow into her green wall that she described it would one day be and it’s beautiful. Every time she plants things I look forward to updates and seeing what happens with them. Good & bad. She is very blessed and I feel fortunate and appreciate that she shares it all with us. It brings me great joy. 😊♥️
Yes Aaron, get a flagpole! Lots of sizes are available. My husband made a flagpole from a noble fir tree on our property and we love it. We have a solar light on the top.
We grew up on a farm and had lots of chores and of course hated it at the time but looking back it was the best thing for us! It gave me a strong work ethic that has served me well my entire life!
I loved my chores at my grandfather’s farm which was to feed the calves. He taught me how to teach the calves to suck milk from a pail. I didn’t live there full time but spent weekends and summers there.
@@barbll000 my friends loved to come to the farm and help with chores. We could never understand why… lol 😂
My the Blessed Mother continue to wrap her Mantel around Father Richard . His testimony touched my soul. Thank you Father Chris for bringing him to the shine to share of Gods love and present such powerful testimony of what love of our neighbour means.
You have such grace with all the hickups/delays. I will try to be like you 🥰 Cool and graceful whatever happens, happens! You are not living a better life if you get angry or frustrated! 😎❤️
This is from a few videos ago, but I have to say that when Laura said "cat parade" the coffee in my mouth came out my nose. So funny! Your videos are informative and entertaining. I have learned so much about gardening and enjoy learning about the products you use.
Hi Laura and Aaron,
Just wanted to say that I have been loving the development of your gardens/property. The big flag idea should never come to fruition! It would take away from the beauty of your property and I think some of the neighbors will not like the idea. I know I wouldn’t want a neighbor with a giant flag next to me! 😆 I hope Laura wins on this decision! 😀👍🏽
AnAmerican flag takes away the beauty of NO property. Everyone should fly one.
We have a flag in front of our house, about 25 feet. It’s in our front garden next to our house. Lights are on it. Beautiful. One of the reasons we bought this house.
I agree with Mike, that a huge flag would take away from the natural garden look. If you want a flagpole, put it closer to the house with a standard size pole or put it on the barn. I also agree with Laura…adding a flagpole lit at night and “street lights” will make it feel like a park, not a private home. Landscape lighting along paths and highlighting some of the trees would look amazing.
Here in Montana tons of people have flagpoles! They use it as a planting area. Like putting a wagon or goat cart at the base and planting it up. Or big rocks! It would be lovely. 💜
Everything is looking so beautiful at your home. In regards to the fountains splashing, try running a fine string down each spout, the water follows the water down and lessons the splash, you don’t notice the string and you can cut it to whatever length to find the right splash. Just and idea
Would fishing line work? It would be less noticeable.
@@gardeninggrandma5247 I’ve never tried fishing line, worth a try
Super great tip!
Your home is just beautiful! I think it's fine to upgrade the home to reflect your style, as we just did. However, the quirkiness of a home is what makes it yours. I have things I'd love to change to get everything to match, but I realized I would have the same as everyone else. I'm okay with leaving the quirkiness intact and highlighting my home's unique characters. It's mostly esthetics vs. functional issues, so I'm going to leave it as is. My home is over 60 years old, and they just don't make them like this any longer. We are going to embrace it for what it is.
Great comment!
Thanks Aaron, I have started converting to the ‘one plant per pot’ as this style does create an air of ‘peace’ and tranquility’ and does not distract from my flowering hydrangeas and perennials . 💐🇨🇦
I love that you watch Jess from Roots and Refuge. My 2 fave gardening channels!
Thank you guys 😻I was only thinking about your lawns how beautifully green they are and looking stunning 🤩 Aaron you do a wonderful job on the lawns 🍀🐨🦘🇦🇺Karen
Nix on a huge flagpole. There was one erected at a certain Boise Northend residence that was glorious to see but the chagrin to neighbors. It was so noisy when the wind was blowing and we don't have the winds like you do. Just something to consider with so many homes close to you.
The holly hocks over Arron's shoulder are so stunning!
Yeessss please do the "competition", you should ads Paul, your mom, the kids and everybody else 😂😍. Love the idea!
I love that even when you two don't ask each other for a response or comment, that you finish each other's thought/comment before the sentence a completed ♥
100% supportive *on camera* 🤣🤣🤣👍🏼💕🫶🏻
Hurray for chore lists!!!!
You can see how fabulous the hollyhocks are looking in the background when. you pan over to Aaron. I say try and save them for as long as you can. A neighbor gave me seeds from her plants yesterday. I am planing on trying to grow for next spring. She says they are super easy to grow.
I noticed the hollyhocks behind Aaron too....some look like they are red Laura 😳 I'm surprised they are still there. 🥰
I agree with Laura. Flagpole takes away from home-y feel.
Also, sunflower fiasco will be mentioned for life, I think 😂. I can't..
I agree. This is a nice way to describe the flag pole scenario too. This is a home, not a commercial property.
Oh Aaron- boys and their toys. I loved how you said it might involve a tool purchase to rid rid of the quack grass, and your face lit up with a devilish smile. Love how you interact with each other.
Thank you both for keeping my mind thinking of what I can do to improve its beauty. ❤️❤️
We have a huge flag pole in our yard and yes it is lighted. I love it so much! Laura you would grow to live it. Lights throughout your garden would be awesome!
Look at the beautiful holy hocks behind Aaron! Marvelous!
Happy Independence Day everyone 🇺🇸 🎆🎇!! Love having this recap video to start Sunday morning 😀
I'm fairly new to gardening having only just finished renovating our house, this channel has given me the courage to experiment freely with plants and taught me the colours and textures I love above others etc, but broadly speaking I hope everyone is able to spend a little time growing things, for me it's a safe place to experience failure and a fun place to experience success, in 'real life' those things have much higher stakes and in my garden I'm completely free and relaxed, if something doesn't thrive I can simply try again, it's a fantastic lesson for life as well! Thank you Laura and Aaron, I'm 35 and am a little late to this party, but I'm here now x
I sure do love this pretty green flowered shirt you have on today!! So beautiful!!
I was about to post about her clothing being so nice. Black is good but I think the outfit today is refreshing.
@@rhondagentry2170 that’s what I thought!! Looked so beautiful on her!!
Greetings, Laura & Aaron, from Windermere, Florida zone 9b USA 🇺🇸
I always feel like my favorite niece and nephew zoomed me each Sunday. Thanks for visiting your old Gardening Auntie in Florida.
Happy 4th of July Everyone ❤️🤍💙
Oooo, Laura and Aaron almost getting into fight over installing a big flag!! 😂
I have the biggest smile when garden Answer pops up. Like dancing on the ceiling happy.
Poor Arron! Still getting grief over that “out of place” sunflower I’m with him it needed to go.😉🌞
I’m with Laura on the flag. Would love to see some videos on landscape lighting though. Happy 4th!
Yeah I’m nix on the flag too. Way to ruin a beautiful garden
@@rosehighland6462 yes kinda tacky. Plus we all know we’re in the USA
I would suggest putting in small lighting just like the 3-4' fixture Aaron gifted Laura a while ago that used to sit next to the gazebo and pergola. Use several of those throughout the south garden (and elsewhere) along pathways and add uplighting to the bases of your larger trees, adding more as each one grows to give them a glowing quality. That keeps it from feeling industrial or park-like and actually helps with the separation of "rooms" or distinct spaces as the gardens develop and mature.
Big no to the flagpole for the same reason. It's a garden, and that peacefulness augmented by only fountains or statuary that blend into the background is what keeps it feeling that way. I'm with you, Laura!
Aaron, if you go to a good stain shop, they do an amazing job matching old stains. My late brother put a closet in our old house back in 1990 and was able to match the stain on the bifold doors to the old dark woodwork in the house.
I feel your pain about getting things done on someone else’s schedule. I also think I appreciate projects more when it takes time and effort to complete them. The evolution of ideas is such an important concept in a garden. Thanks for sharing your process.
The screen of hollyhocks behind Aaron is lovely!
OMG! I’m a fairly new subscriber to the main channel. I happened to hear Laura mention another channel this past week. What a wonderful companion to the main channel. Such wonderful information and a joy to see the two of you together and interact. You’re a lovely couple and thank you both for sharing your knowledge. I’ve learned so much! Thank you!
I'm with Aaron!
Though I'm picky when it comes to flags. I don't like the printed on ones. Mine has to be completely sewn. The one on my house is WAY too big for its 3ft pole hanging off my house, but I love it. ❤️
Oh, Laura, I’ve always though a flagpole would look lovely somewhere on your property!! There are lots of homeowners who install one-piece flagpoles on their home property and it can be done so well; they aren’t just for businesses!! Our flagpole is one of my favorite features in my garden. I am a bit biased in that my family owns a flag and flagpole business in the PNW, but it really is a beautiful addition that if incorporated well, only adds to the beauty of one’s space.
You and Aaron do work well together. It's good to see.
I vote "yes" for Aaron's flag idea. It would be gorgeous! 🇺🇸
Have a wonderful 4th of July!
Speaking of protecting you hair and skin, I notice that your Mom wears hats and sunglasses and she is gorgeous! She looks much younger than she must be. I wish I had done the same.I did however notice the first year or so of owning my little Nursery and being in the sun continually I could feel it in my eyes so I did wear sunglasses, just turned 70 and my eyes are good.
Hello GA friends and family!
Wishing Everyone a Happy and Healthy 4th of July Holiday!
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A new piece of equipment always brings a smile to the man's face, hahaha.
No Giant Flag Pole! 🤣 Smaller one maybe.
You had me in stitches when the big bumblebee flew by and you got distracted and called it a "bird". Too funny! We have big ones here in Nova Scotia, CA and they are distracting for sure.
Good too hear your comment about growing Holly & it's best on acidic soil. I have a Holly bush that's is not thriving well.
Aaron Use Q4 on the quack grass or goose grass I buy it at D and B. I live in Nampa and we had it all over. 3 oz per quart. We get this plant every year. Around june 17 it pops out everywhere. this year we sprayed Q 4 on my grass and I don't have it coming up anywhere.
🤗🤗💜🤗☺ recap videos are my favorite! I like them all but the chitchat between you too is priceless! Love Aaron input and perspective and how Laura brushes him off when she doesn't agree with him! 😅😅😅 love it!
Love the recaps! You two are the cutest! 🌻
I watch garden RUclips in the north of England called “the quarry garden” and she just recently planted standard lavenders which I’ve never heard of before.
Fountain Putty aka AquaPlumb Plumbers Putty Fixture Setting Compound. Stays Soft. Use on Sinks, Tubs, Fountains and More.
I’m looking forward to everything you do and whenever you get it done 🌸💕🌸
Flags on poles look too business-y or like a school to me. My neighbor has one and it CLANGS super loud in the wind - very unpleasant sounding. I'm on Laura's side! 😂
Hey Laura, I love your hair and wanted to share two tips my stylist shared with me ti help the copper tone in your hair. Try blue shampoo/conditioner- I use matrix and/or redken brand. And she also told me to put a filter on the shower head, which both made a world of difference! Hope these tips help you as much as they helped me!
Laura just a thought about your hair turning red copper,. Around here we deal with a lot of iron in well water which makes the hair turn copper color even with filtered systems . Love your videos , I have learned so much and am so inspired by yourself and Aaron.
CONCRETE -- You could definitely DIY a concrete pad - especially with someone like Paul around; he seems to know how to do everything! We all need to BE a Paul or have one around, right? And with you two (Laura & Aaron) being so detail-oriented, it'll be level! :-) Just rent a little mixer for the day, and use either 2x4's for a square frame or buy the flexible plastic forms to create a circular base. It would be a fun project!
100% agree. It would make a great project video to post.
Or Benny?
I would love a video about the renovation plans! My father and I watch a lot of HGTV so it's intriguing to see what people are thinking and seeing how it turns out! 💙💙 love from California!
I’m with Aaron on the flag! My hubby put up one several years ago (25ft) and at that time, I was not fully on board with it. However, I will have to say that I have come to really appreciate it as an encouragement and a validation of our love for our country and it’s people!
I like these recaps. Helps me remember more from each. 👍
Have patience viewers, if Laura was able to plant by the Hartley I think she would be doing it as she is so excited about that specific area. Really people?!
Aaron you can also make it into a Christmas tree with lights for the holidays. We are a lawn care & do Christmas 🎄lights in our down time & see a lot of our customers & commercial properties utilize the flag pole for the holidays lights. I think it’s a great idea!!🤩
I say no to the flagpole. It’s one thing to mount it on the house, but I feel like a pole would look too townhallish.
Sweet we can see the hollyhocks behind Arron 😍 I actually started some from seed this year. Still not tall enough to flower here in zone 8 beginning of July 🥵
A lot of times they don’t bloom until the second year.
Saw it too, so charming and beautiful!
@@laraemitchell9064 oh thank you for letting me know. I won’t give up on them yet!
LAMO!! “On camera we’re supportive 100% of the time. LOL.