You are so fortunate to have a job that allows you to work in gardens!!! Think of those stuck in an office or plant! Yes, it's a challenge to the body, but also what a delight!
Me too, because it's such a small garden. I get to be a bit more "grand" with the planting regimen. Honestly I've not really tried a "low maintenance", wildlife garden before. So I'm kinda flying blind 😂
I’m very glad I found your Chanel! Your attitude, approach, and understanding of gardening matches what I believe it should be. Respect for nature, wildlife, etc… Bravo!!🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊😊
Very frosty indeed! It's a very narrow yard, isn't it? I love getting them back to manageable places, then creating a brilliant plan! I look forward to what you will create for her and get pup. I love brick work and the hardscapes so prevalent in English gardens. Such great bones! What is the name of the long handled scraper you used like a sharp hoe? I have 5 different varieties of Butterfly Bushes, white, Black, Purple, Pink... They are fantastic! Our hummingbirds like them as well here. I hope you earned up with a hot cup of tea when you were done. You earned it. Blessings from the PNW! 💛🖤💛 Stacy
Thanks for explaining when you're taking something out such as the weeds and undesirable plants (for those of us in the US), and leaving the desirable plants like the the butterfly bush, peony, etc. You're the real deal.
Oh wow, I really appreciate this comment. I'm glad you like the video, I've had requests to talk a bit more about the plants, and to be honest, I'm more than happy to do so. I'm always a happier gardener when I'm actually gardening as opposed to strimming and mowing everything is sight 🤣😅 Thanks again, a big hello and hug from Nottingham. All the best Martin
Oh Catherine, I knew I could really on you for some awesome (and perfect) plant suggestions ❤️ Cornflower and lavender were already on my potential list....but now in permanent ink 😅 I think poppies will be to. They self set quite readily, but for none gardeners (like her) they are easy to spot when they need thinning out after a few years. Excellent comment as always 👍 Hows the weather in NZ? Martin
Hi Martin, just 17 degrees, cloudy and breezy, and its summer. But tomorrow is 27 degrees and raining! So changeable. I have started clearing out my spent spring plants and the summer stuff is starting to come on. 🙃
I studied science at Uni, and it still blows my mind about the alternate seasons around the globe! 😂🤯 it's amazing. I'm already sat here dreaming of my spring gardening plans 😁
There may be space for sun flowers, one or two at least. Maybe in the lower corner of that bed at the bottom of the stairs. They'll get some protection from the wind. You've got me thinking 😁
And thank you for watching them. It's truly appreciated. It makes it worthwhile knowing people like (what I call) real-life gardening. Best wishes Martin ❤️
I'm glad you liked the video, I've always been more of a gardener than a power tool enthusiast 😁😅 I honestly looking forward to developing this one as well. I find smaller gardens easier and more exciting. I'm going to have quite a few wildlife garden projects next year. I hope you enjoy them. All the best Martin.
Oh, thank you, I've recently been in touch with her, and I'm currently arranging the next visit for planting up 😁👍 Although it looks like it needs another tidy up again first 😂
Thank you 😊 Although, I'm going to ignore the fact that everyone keeps calling me Tim 😂 I'm also looking forward to spring as well, I've already had loads of great ideas in the comments. It's should be a great little garden by the time I've done. Super thank you for your kind comment 😊 All the best Martin.
Loved this wintry tidy, Martin! ❄ This is the second time seeing it. I think it's so quaint, and I particularly love the hardscapes: paths, stairs, patios. I am not sure why it's one of my favorite things on our property, but Momma had the same passion for it as well. I'm lucky enough to have several spots like this. About 25 years ago, when I was testing out my masonry muscles at Momma's, I built a brick path, which I call, "4-Pillar Path". Yep you guessed it; there are 4 pillars (2 at beginning, 2 at the end), also with black arches, gate on one. I have 4 medallions in them as well which gave them nice interest. (And boy does the site need repairs! Poor "Dove's Nest." 🥺) I loved seeing you sit on the steps and clean the little bed beside it. I think this is the perfect size for the new tenant since she will have her hands full inside. I hope you get to visit this little devil again. I saw you mentioned you may be able to swing a pressure wash (Lord, don't get me started on my large back yard patio, covered in moss...ugh!) I hope she lets you plant up a bit as well, making it beautiful, functional, and low maintenance. Fingers crossed. Today is 06/19/24. Hope you are well and had a nice break from the busy summer there. In Lakewood, WA we are having lovely weather, and I'm almost done with weeding the Potager, (which has been without vegetables for almost 6 years now) and filling a couple pots out front with flowers. Have to take it slow, as my back gripes more than I do! Miss your posts. Blessings comin your way from here to over there! 💛🖤💛 Stacy
Well I'll be hanged. Never thought anyone would outdo Quick Cuts but you did it. Great work and you fed the critters. Outstanding job sir. Thanks for sharing with us.
You're not wrong mate, I'm glad you noticed. It's was really dary, rich and quite fluffy 😂 it's going to be amazing to grow in. Shame it won't be veg. I'm guessing someone made the mound up out of compost. Because not top soil I've ever seen looks like that 😁 Great comment 👍
I totally agree 👍 I'll probably have to re-lay some of the slabs first though. They were a bit wonky 😂 probably been down over 100 years. Thanks again Martin.
That's exactly what I thought when I first met her. She seemed a very smart, hard-working, and very kind young lady. And she's definitely got her hands full with the house and work.
Very nice job. Nice planting areas for the springtime. So glad you incorporated the bird feeders. They will love the food now that winter is setting in. Stay well
Loved this video, I’m a avid gardener and it fascinates me to watch what gardeners do in other countries. I’ve learned alot by watching them and plan to incorporate some of the shrubs and flowers I’ve seen on them. You did a wonderful job on her garden, she’s lucky to have you. My favorite video you’ve done so far. I’m from Massachusetts on the other side of Plymouth, yup The Mayflower, Pilgrims etc. 😇. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and work with us. Sincerely, Carol
Hi Carol, what an absolutely lovely message. It made me smile 🥰 and I thank you very much. Oh wow, Massachusetts? How's the weather there? I don't know why, but I always picture lots of snow in my mind when I think of Massachusetts. Best wishes from Nottingham Martin
@@martinthegardenguy, Hi Martin, actually in my area it’s considered the only area in the U.S. that is slowly decreasing the amount of snow unlike any other. So far we have had maybe 2 inches this winter and then it’s always gone in days. I think living near Cape Cod plays into this and the warmer ocean temperatures. All said we are expecting our first storm of the year. We might get 3-6” while other areas in Massachusetts are expected 7-12”. I’m rewatching all my favorite videos tonight, hubby has the SuperBowl on, and my Patriot’s didn’t make it this year.😢. Looking forward to your spring videos. Again, great video !!!!!!!
Thanks Carol, what great information. I honestly love hearing about other parts of the world. I absolutely love snow as well 😂 but this is probably because we hardly ever get here in the midlands. Hope you had a lovely weekend, and the husband was happy with the superbowl results. I was busy watching the Rugby 🏉 😁
Oh, thank you, I really appreciate it ☺️ I must admit, it's quite a recent thing for me to be putting bird feeders out everywhere. But my word, it's addictive 😂 it's now part of my morning routine to sit and watch them eat their breakfast outside while I'm sat inside eating mine 😁😅 I love it. Thanks again for the comment All the best Martin.
Complimenti che pazienza fare così tutto a mano..... Io sarei stata più drastica decespugliatore come se non ci fosse un domani!!!!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂 Bel lavoro!
Thanks very much, totally appreciated. I'm kinda looking forward to it as well, I have an awesome plan 😁 It'll be nice to see full of flowers and buzzing with wildlife.
Your technique is so good - you manage to not only weed, but loosen the soil which is so important - that’s the beauty of going beyond just cutting stuff down. Even in the winter weather the changes you made are stunning. Another one pulling up a chair for your spring planting video! The leaves came off the sycamores in our tract the last 2 weeks. Somehow they all land in our front garden and sidewalks - the perils of a corner lot. We are currently discussing my need for dahlias vs his need not to have to plant them LOL. have an awesome weekend 😊
Well, this was a lovely comment. Thank you so much ❤️ I'm looking forward to getting this garden done in spring too, I've got grand plans 😅 I certainly can relate with the sycamore you have....and the ones you don't! 🤣 I look after a few gardens of clients with a similar situation. Do you find that the germination rates of sycamore tree seeds to be close to 100% as well? 🤣 I'm still "weeding" them out of some gardens from earlier on in the year. And now, like you, I have the leaves to deal with as well 😁 I try to bag them up and make leaf mold, but there are so many I could start a commercial operation. 😂 You have a great weekend to All the best Martin.
Hi Tim I don't think you are gone loopy at all the young lady has just bought the house funds might be limited at least the house is her own. We had a heavy frost here this morning. It's a very good idea for the winter.
Hi Martin what a great 👍 job you have done 👍 on this lady’s garden 🪴 well done and yes 👍 it will soon be summer this weekend hopefully 🤞 the weather will start improving soon for us David 🪴👌🇬🇧❤️👍
Thanks David, always a pleasure to read your comments 👍😊 It looks like you are right as well, two days without rain and it looks quite sunny too. What a rare bank holiday weekend! 😂👍
Cheers mate, kind of you to say. But I'm just a simple guy, doing my best 👍 Although I'll say one thing, the older I get....the more I feel the cold! 🤣 I'd have done this in shorts and t-shirt 10 years ago. All the best Martin
You! Made me a subscriber. I never ever seen anyone like you cut those white Vines like you did on one knee by The Roots. That was an amazing job you did on this Frozen Garden. Taking care of the birds and is a good thing, during the winter months. Just keep up the good work and I hope you don't have any real time. Watching you work at that speed, was good and that is another reason why I subscribed and gave you a thumbs up!👍
Cheers Tony What an awesome comment. I'm really glad you liked the video. You'll be glad to know I don't have any real-time videos other than a few tiny snippets in my usual content. I think people would die of boredom. It takes me days to do some of my garden clearance. Could you imagine it? 😂 it'd ne like watching paint dry. Thanks for subscribing, I'm glad you appreciate real life gardening. I'm quite old-fashioned, so if I can use hand tools instead of power tools, I will. Thanks again, 👍 Martin.
This clip was extremely entertaining and informative. Great camera work as was the commentary! It was a real treat watching a consummate pro in action. Txs for sharing.
Thank you for this awesome and kind comment, I truly appreciate it. I've been gardening for years, but still working on the filming side 😊 it's great to know I'm getting better. Thanks again Martin.
Me to, it's one of the projects I'm really looking forward to next year. I love working on small gardens, especially when I get a clean slate to work with 😊👍
Please mark the steps for supervising nighttime doggy visits to the garden. An outside security light would help too. Lovely work and plan for Spring.❤️🐩🌼
Thank you very much. Excellent suggestions, I will mention these great ideas to her when I next see her. Although I'll be more concerned with the super duper planting scheme myself 😅 I'm already looking forward to getting cracking, I hope it'll look as it does in my mind 😂🤞 Thanks again All the best Martin
First time seeing your channel. I’m so impressed. I especially like when you describe what the plant names are. I really like watching yard/garden transformations or just maintaining it…the key word watching. I can’t stand doing it. It’s great to know there are people like you who love it. Seems to me that the Brits are pretty much the only yard guys who get down on hands and knees to weed. How long in real time did this take?
Haha, that's cool that you love gardening without actually gardening. It's not for everyone 😅 thanks for watching. This took about 4 hours in real time, but quite a bit of faff with the camera etc. As regards getting down and grafting, I've always loved the process of gardening. I'm sure more power tools could speed things up a bit, but to me it'd be like spray painting a model airplane instead of using a brush 😂 Although, to be fair, this was a very small garden. If it was a few acres I'd be breaking out the zero turn! 😁 Thanks again for watching and your comment. Much appreciated Martin.
It's nice to watch them at work, I live far outside on a 20,000 square meter property, I also have a lot of birds and squirrels here, they like to eat sunflower seeds, broken and peeled
Indeed, it is, it's becoming one of my favorite things to do. Besides gardening and watching Rugby 😁😅 Thank you for watching, and I appreciate the comment.
Me too! They can make beautiful landscape photos look even better. It's a true sign of the season. It also works quite well with early morning dew as well 🥰
So am I 😊 I hope you enjoy the videos. I'm still quite new to the filming side of things....but the only way is up 😁 Thanks for the comment Very much appreciated Martin.
look forward to see what its like in spring i would say a budleia and some flox as they have always proven good for me for the butterflys and of course you cant go wrong with some lavender aswell
Hello, thanks for the comment. Lavender has already secured a spot in the garden next year. It's one of my favorite 😊 plus I always have cuttings growing on. I love the idea of Flox, excellent suggestion. The flowers will be amazing. Thanks again Martin.
Desde Guadalajara España, aquí el clima es muy diferente, pocas lluvias y muy extrema diferencia de temperatura del invierno al verano. Seguro que usted sabe muy bien que plantas colocar para embellecer ese pequeño patio. Buen trabajo 👍🏾
Greetings Spain 🇪🇸 thanks for the comment 👍 😊 I always ha e some ideas, but I've also had really good one from viewers also. But as you say, the Spanish climate is a lot different than midland England 😅
Clearing the walkway made a good start. You could begin to see the area being connected and with purpose. Noted you were dodging around a Butterfly Bush, and now you did decide to repurpose and move it. Nice. The finish looks better, you can see potential and you already have plans in mind.
Oh, thank you, I'm glad you can see the vision of what this garden can be like and its potential 😊 👍 I've got a pretty good plan for spring, so hopefully, an update video with the next lot of work will be along in spring. Cheers Martin
Now that you’ve cleared the garden it’ll be nice to see how it develops next year, the birds will be very happy with the feeders especially with the cold weather we’re having, the birds in my garden are going through the peanuts like there going out of style! 😂
Haha, same in my garden. The peanuts are disappearing faster than I can replace them. And those half coconut shells filled with seed and fat seem to be equally as favored 🤣 I saw a pigeon eat almost a whole one themselves. I'm looking forward to planting her garden up next spring. I've already have loads of really good suggestions. It'll be literally buzzing with wildlife ❤️ Thanks again Martin.
Great job and a great video! Sorry to see you working in the cold but I expect that is what it is for you, "so wot" (an expression an English nun (Sister Jane) said in a book I have been reading). I hop[e you and your family have a great holiday. I hope we continue to see videos throughout the cold season. Thanks for sharing! George from Florida, USA
Cheers George 👍 always a pleasure 🙏 Hope you have a great Christmas, too 😊 As usual, you are right. We do say "so wot" quite a bit! 🤣 it seems quite colloquial, but every nation has a similar expression 🤣 I like the Australian "it'll be right" one. However, on this cold morning. My expression was "jeez, I wish I'd have put my man tights on under my trousers " 😂 All the best, George Martin.
Thanks Martin! We have a lot to be thankful for in this life. I am especially thankful you are making videos of your hard work and sharing it with us! @@martinthegardenguy
You obviously know your plants and how they accommodate nature and gardens! Would love to see what the owner does in Spring! It’s a great space to do all sorts of great plants!
Thanks for the comment, I really appreciate it ☺️ 🙏 I totally agree, I think when I get it planted up this spring, it'll be a lovely little nature spot. I'm looking forward to it 👍 Martin.
Hi Martin nice 👌 job on this garden must of been middle of winter 🥶 when you did this garden and it is raining today so garden for me today David 🇬🇧👌❤️👍
Yeah, I know it sounds harsh, but I refuse to work with it. I kinda dislike everything about artificial turf (outside of sports pitches) and probably the same for artificial flowers 😂 it all seems crazy to me. But each unto their own.
Yeah, I think after the planting is done a nice clean up with the pressure washer would be an awesome finishing touch. Plus, maybe the fence painted as well 🤔 Thanks Martin.
Thanks mate, much appreciated. Hope your enjoying the weather as much as I am! 😂I am already looking forward to spring. Have a great Christmas dude 🎅❄️🎄
@@martinthegardenguy Cheers mate, ive been off social media for the last week or so for the festive period. I am looking forward to spring myself, everything starting to grow again 😃Hope you had a great Christmas and have a good new year. 👍
@thegardeneruk same to you mate, I had a great Christmas thanks. But to be honest I'm glad it's over 🤣 I've two kids under 3 years old that keep me too busy. I can't wait to get back to work! 👍😂
@@martinthegardenguy Yeah i know that feeling mate, I also have 2 kids myself which are older. There's only so much you can do at home before wanting to go back to work 😂 I have left some jobs of this year to do in January, which i knew would keep me busy until Spring. I am starting back on the 8th, which im looking forward to. 👍
Oh, thank you 😊 I'm glad you like the idea. Hope the birds and the bees like it to 😁 it's going to be buzzing 😂 literally. I hope you get a chance to watch the spring video.
Nice job Martin, I'm a new subscriber to your channel and hope to see a lot more of your video's. Planting some Hosta's with variegated foliage might be an idea, they also attract bee's etc when in flower as seeing the fern says it could be a more shaded area so they should do well provided the slugs and snail's can be kept at bay. Great to watch gardeners with plant knowledge, thanks ❤
Alison, that's a bang on suggestion. They'd be perfect with the ferns. Thank you. Hopefully, you'll be watching me plant some Hostas next spring 😊👍 they will be definitely going on the list. I've a few in my own garden that are ready for dividing up. I'll use them. The shed type thing will be getting removed, but some trellis will be going up to create a separate space. There will be a good spot, I hope. Thanks for the awesome comment Martin.
It's going to be great to see what you do with this in the Spring. I would imagine you will be power washing the cement? The water feature is going to be great if you can get that working. I love hummingbird and butterfly flowers. Purple coneflower, beebalm, fuchsia, orange jewelweed and honeysuckle are some of my favorites, and of course a butterfly bush. It will be fun to see what you come up with. I see there is a nice pine tree not far, and a woodpile for cocoons with milkweed nearby would be good for the butterflies out in the yard. It's been awhile since I have had a garden but I did do a hummingbird and butterfly garden and the hummingbirds nested in the pine.
Wow, what awesome plant suggestions ☺️👍 although, admittedly, I had to google one or two. It's funny how common plant names change depending on where in the world you are. You must have a great gardening knowledge base to be able to suggest such amazing plants. That was exactly the kinds I had in my mind. Thank you so much ❤️ It's a shame you don't have a garden anymore, I'm sure the horticulture world is a worse place because of it. All the best Martin
@@martinthegardenguy West Michigan, USA here and currently an apartment dweller with a small upper level deck. I'd love to have a garden space like the one you are working on here. I can't wait to see what you do with it.
@@martinthegardenguyI can’t wait to see what this quaint little garden will be showing in the spring, make it magical and a recluse for this lovely lady ❤, and thank you for your love, kindness and service to others 😊.
Thank you. I plan to make this one of the best I've ever created. It'll take some planning, as low maintenance and wildlife don't match up that good 😂 but I think I can do it 👍😅 I've got a list of people who are going to donate plants (from their own gardens) it's be cheaper and more eco friendly. Thanks for the comment Truly, it's appreciated. Martin.
Thank you 😊 Yeah, it's was lovely rich soil, someone's spent some time improving it over the years. Hopefully our planting in spring will take advantage of it 😁 Martin.
It’s such a sweet garden. Maybe a Japanese influence would be nice. Definitely needs some winter interest like miniature Shrubs/evergreens. Hard to say what to plant not knowing it’s sun exposure etc. Look forward to spring to see what you do.
Hi, thanks for the comment. Fantastic idea about having a few evergreen shrubs. You've got ne thinking...maybe a few Hebe. A lot will flower quite nicely, and the bees seem to love them. I also like where you're going with the Japanese idea. The sun exposure is high enough for most full sun and partial sun planting. There is also a shade section near the shed. So it could be a very good all round garden 👍😊 which is my favorite kind of garden. Thanks again, much appreciated. Martin.
I don't normally either, I leave everything till early spring. It's definitely the right thing to do for wildlife and most plants. And definitely in a dry winter. But in a garden that is normally maintained up until that point.👍unlike this one.
Bom dia! Trabalho feito com amor, até o pormenor muito bom... Em uma parte do vídeo tinha as cores do arco íris o universo está contigo energia positiva para ti. Adorei❤👍🇵🇹
Uau, muito obrigado. Que lindo comentário. Eu pude literalmente sentir a energia positiva vindo de você. Então, muito obrigado. Muitas felicidades Martin ❤️😊
Thanks for saving the Buddleia! You used a lot of tools I hadn't seen before. My favorit tool is the Korean Garden hoe...maybe you can try it sometime. I work in cold weather, too, with insulated gloves, but if the ground is frozen, nothing pulls out. I fight bindweed as well....horrible stuff! Great job and I love the idea of bird and wildlife sanctuary! Wow, I just noticed something....you weed with either hand, like I do! Hmm...easier that way.
Haha, thank you. I'm actually a lefty, but I've always found it easy to use both hands. Only gardening, though. I'm useless otherwise. I had to google Korean Hoe 😂 they look amazing. I've used some Japanese tools that are similar. I honestly have a real love of traditional hand tools ❤️ recently I've been trying to use them more. It's a great workout and eco friendly 💪 😁 Good for you to still work in cold weather when you can, well done. Most people don't. Thank you for the comment As always, truly appreciated. Martin.
How much sun does this back garden get! It could look really nice to plant succulents in those narrow beds along the stairs. Like hens and chicks maybe.
It's quite a sunny garden for most of the day, the bit where the lovely soil is used to have a greenhouse by the looks of it. Near where I replanted the budlia. Perfect plant suggestion, I'd already considered planting them where you mentioned. Which is awesome. We are on the same wavelength 😊👍 How do you think some sedum and maybe Ajuga would look in the same narrow beds?
I'm glad you do 😁 I also love them 😂 I'm obsessed with cool gardening kit. Especially the manual or old fashioned kind, even if they do have a more modern take.
Those long-handled ’side shears’ are awesome! Is there a brand or better name? I want to try to find those here in the states. What a great shape up and goal for her garden! 🎉
Hi 👋 thanks for the comment. The grass shears (or edging shears) I use I actually got from the local hardware store. So I'd guess you'd struggle finding them. The brand is Hawksmore. But with edging shears, just buy the best you can afford. Quality and longevity 👍😊
You should 😊👍 they are awesome. Very simple and effective. Only thing to remember is try not to catch too many stones with the blades when you are cutting 😅
Yeah, that's a great idea. I think she plants to do that herself. And then repaint them 👍 It should look great when it's all planted up. Thanks 👍 😊 Martin
You are so fortunate to have a job that allows you to work in gardens!!! Think of those stuck in an office or plant! Yes, it's a challenge to the body, but also what a delight!
Couldn't agree more. Fortunately, though, the paid jobs I do pay quite well 👍😊😅
I'm excited to see the end result
I agree, it’s such a unique space.
Me too, because it's such a small garden. I get to be a bit more "grand" with the planting regimen. Honestly I've not really tried a "low maintenance", wildlife garden before. So I'm kinda flying blind 😂
I’m very glad I found your Chanel! Your attitude, approach, and understanding of gardening matches what I believe it should be. Respect for nature, wildlife, etc… Bravo!!🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊😊
Oh wow, another super lovely comment. So it deserves a super big thank you! 😊
It's honestly appreciated, very much.
All the best
Martin.
Was it Chanel no 5😊
@@melaniekendall4903 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅
AMEN! 💛🖤💛
Very frosty indeed! It's a very narrow yard, isn't it? I love getting them back to manageable places, then creating a brilliant plan! I look forward to what you will create for her and get pup. I love brick work and the hardscapes so prevalent in English gardens. Such great bones!
What is the name of the long handled scraper you used like a sharp hoe? I have 5 different varieties of Butterfly Bushes, white, Black, Purple, Pink... They are fantastic! Our hummingbirds like them as well here. I hope you earned up with a hot cup of tea when you were done. You earned it. Blessings from the PNW! 💛🖤💛 Stacy
good job. that yard was a mess
It was indeed 😅 Hopefully, I'll get it looking awesome soon. 🤞
Thanks for explaining when you're taking something out such as the weeds and undesirable plants (for those of us in the US), and leaving the desirable plants like the the butterfly bush, peony, etc. You're the real deal.
Oh wow, I really appreciate this comment. I'm glad you like the video, I've had requests to talk a bit more about the plants, and to be honest, I'm more than happy to do so.
I'm always a happier gardener when I'm actually gardening as opposed to strimming and mowing everything is sight 🤣😅
Thanks again, a big hello and hug from Nottingham.
All the best
Martin
Watching from the philippines
Greetings from Nottingham, England ❤️😊
Cornflowers, soldier poppies, small rudbeckia, forgetmenots, penstemons, swanplant, lavender 😊
Oh Catherine, I knew I could really on you for some awesome (and perfect) plant suggestions ❤️
Cornflower and lavender were already on my potential list....but now in permanent ink 😅 I think poppies will be to.
They self set quite readily, but for none gardeners (like her) they are easy to spot when they need thinning out after a few years.
Excellent comment as always 👍
Hows the weather in NZ?
Martin
Hi Martin, just 17 degrees, cloudy and breezy, and its summer. But tomorrow is 27 degrees and raining! So changeable. I have started clearing out my spent spring plants and the summer stuff is starting to come on. 🙃
I studied science at Uni, and it still blows my mind about the alternate seasons around the globe! 😂🤯 it's amazing.
I'm already sat here dreaming of my spring gardening plans 😁
And perhaps sunflowers if spot is suitable, for the seedheads
There may be space for sun flowers, one or two at least. Maybe in the lower corner of that bed at the bottom of the stairs. They'll get some protection from the wind.
You've got me thinking 😁
You did a lot of clearing. Looks much better.
Thank you 😊 kind of you to say.
Much appreciated
Martin.
Martin, what a transformation. You do excellent work. Thanks for making these videos!
And thank you for watching them. It's truly appreciated. It makes it worthwhile knowing people like (what I call) real-life gardening.
Best wishes
Martin ❤️
First time I’ve seen you. You are the right person for this job. She’s lucky to have found you. Goodluck and all the best.
Hi, sorry I've only just seen this.
A very belated thank you from me to you 😊
All the best
Martin
Enjoy real gardening vs lawn moving and edging only. Would like to see this yard in the Spring.
I'm glad you liked the video, I've always been more of a gardener than a power tool enthusiast 😁😅
I honestly looking forward to developing this one as well. I find smaller gardens easier and more exciting.
I'm going to have quite a few wildlife garden projects next year. I hope you enjoy them.
All the best
Martin.
Lovely job, well done. Looking forward to next years transformation!! Bless your kind heart!!
Oh, thank you, I've recently been in touch with her, and I'm currently arranging the next visit for planting up 😁👍
Although it looks like it needs another tidy up again first 😂
I’m so glad that this gentleman was suggested
To me.
I love the way he gardens, thinking of the wildlife
Without the annihilation of precious plants.
Tim, I think you are a very kind man to help this young lady out, I Look forward to the Spring also to see all your plans to help the wild life. 👏👏👍
Thank you 😊
Although, I'm going to ignore the fact that everyone keeps calling me Tim 😂
I'm also looking forward to spring as well, I've already had loads of great ideas in the comments. It's should be a great little garden by the time I've done.
Super thank you for your kind comment 😊
All the best
Martin.
The frozen garden makeover is brilliant! She can live comfortably through the winter until spring. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you 😊 💓 very much. Kind of you to say.
It'll be fun getting it planted up in spring. I can't wait.
Look at that gorgeous soil...
I know! 😊 it was awesome. Almost black. Whoever lived there before was definitely doing some soil improvement 🤣
At least you will be able to get it cleaned up
It looks better but in dire need of a good powerwash!
I does indeed 😅 I'll get that done next year, when I leveled all those slabs out.
Thank you for the comment 😊
Martin.
Loved this wintry tidy, Martin! ❄ This is the second time seeing it. I think it's so quaint, and I particularly love the hardscapes: paths, stairs, patios. I am not sure why it's one of my favorite things on our property, but Momma had the same passion for it as well. I'm lucky enough to have several spots like this.
About 25 years ago, when I was testing out my masonry muscles at Momma's, I built a brick path, which I call, "4-Pillar Path". Yep you guessed it; there are 4 pillars (2 at beginning, 2 at the end), also with black arches, gate on one. I have 4 medallions in them as well which gave them nice interest. (And boy does the site need repairs! Poor "Dove's Nest." 🥺) I loved seeing you sit on the steps and clean the little bed beside it.
I think this is the perfect size for the new tenant since she will have her hands full inside. I hope you get to visit this little devil again. I saw you mentioned you may be able to swing a pressure wash (Lord, don't get me started on my large back yard patio, covered in moss...ugh!) I hope she lets you plant up a bit as well, making it beautiful, functional, and low maintenance. Fingers crossed.
Today is 06/19/24. Hope you are well and had a nice break from the busy summer there. In Lakewood, WA we are having lovely weather, and I'm almost done with weeding the Potager, (which has been without vegetables for almost 6 years now) and filling a couple pots out front with flowers. Have to take it slow, as my back gripes more than I do! Miss your posts. Blessings comin your way from here to over there! 💛🖤💛 Stacy
Love watching your videos
I'm glad you're enjoying them 😊 it makes it all worthwhile. So thank you very much 😊👍
I love watching young people helping others like this. Great job!
Great transformation!
Thanks 👍 😊 so far, so good. I'm looking forward to planting up next year in the spring time.
😊❤❤❤ GRACIAS
And thank you also 😊
Much appreciated 🙏
Well I'll be hanged. Never thought anyone would outdo Quick Cuts but you did it. Great work and you fed the critters. Outstanding job sir. Thanks for sharing with us.
Oh wow, that's some high praise. Thank you. I'm really glad you enjoyed it.
Seasons greetings from me
Martin.
That soil looks rich!
You're not wrong mate, I'm glad you noticed. It's was really dary, rich and quite fluffy 😂 it's going to be amazing to grow in. Shame it won't be veg.
I'm guessing someone made the mound up out of compost. Because not top soil I've ever seen looks like that 😁
Great comment 👍
Very nice job. Pressure washing the concrete would make a big difference.🙂
I totally agree 👍 I'll probably have to re-lay some of the slabs first though. They were a bit wonky 😂 probably been down over 100 years.
Thanks again
Martin.
Great job
Thanks very much, I really appreciate your comment ❤️
I'm delighted the young lady was able to buy the house not many can say or do that she must have worked very hard to do it fair play
That's exactly what I thought when I first met her. She seemed a very smart, hard-working, and very kind young lady. And she's definitely got her hands full with the house and work.
I love watching the birds
Sometimes you gotta do what you do ❤❤❤❤😊😊
Very nice job. Nice planting areas for the springtime. So glad you incorporated the bird feeders. They will love the food now that winter is setting in. Stay well
Thank you 😊 I know we have Christmas to look forward to, but after that, it's all about the spring time for me 😁
Thanks again
Martin
Loved this video, I’m a avid gardener and it fascinates me to watch what gardeners do in other countries. I’ve learned alot by watching them and plan to incorporate some of the shrubs and flowers I’ve seen on them. You did a wonderful job on her garden, she’s lucky to have you. My favorite video you’ve done so far. I’m from Massachusetts on the other side of Plymouth, yup The Mayflower, Pilgrims etc. 😇. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and work with us. Sincerely, Carol
Hi Carol, what an absolutely lovely message. It made me smile 🥰 and I thank you very much.
Oh wow, Massachusetts? How's the weather there? I don't know why, but I always picture lots of snow in my mind when I think of Massachusetts.
Best wishes from Nottingham
Martin
@@martinthegardenguy, Hi Martin, actually in my area it’s considered the only area in the U.S. that is slowly decreasing the amount of snow unlike any other. So far we have had maybe 2 inches this winter and then it’s always gone in days. I think living near Cape Cod plays into this and the warmer ocean temperatures. All said we are expecting our first storm of the year. We might get 3-6” while other areas in Massachusetts are expected 7-12”. I’m rewatching all my favorite videos tonight, hubby has the SuperBowl on, and my Patriot’s didn’t make it this year.😢. Looking forward to your spring videos. Again, great video !!!!!!!
Thanks Carol, what great information. I honestly love hearing about other parts of the world.
I absolutely love snow as well 😂 but this is probably because we hardly ever get here in the midlands.
Hope you had a lovely weekend, and the husband was happy with the superbowl results. I was busy watching the Rugby 🏉 😁
🥰🥰🥰 The bird feeders made my heart soooo happy! I love birds too! Great job all around, absolutely love your videos!
Oh, thank you, I really appreciate it ☺️
I must admit, it's quite a recent thing for me to be putting bird feeders out everywhere. But my word, it's addictive 😂 it's now part of my morning routine to sit and watch them eat their breakfast outside while I'm sat inside eating mine 😁😅 I love it.
Thanks again for the comment
All the best
Martin.
А что, у тебя отлично всё вышло. Продолжай, задумка имеет смысл и продолжение.👏👍🤗
Much appreciated 🙏 ☺️
Martin.
Jolly good shoe
Thank you 👍 😊 🙏
Complimenti che pazienza fare così tutto a mano..... Io sarei stata più drastica decespugliatore come se non ci fosse un domani!!!!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂 Bel lavoro!
Thank you 😊 I'm glad you liked it.
I love manual old fashioned gardening 😅
Thanks again, I really appreciate the comment.
Martin.
That garden looked so good. Really look forward to when you plant it up. Lovely of you to help. Please take care
Thanks very much, totally appreciated. I'm kinda looking forward to it as well, I have an awesome plan 😁
It'll be nice to see full of flowers and buzzing with wildlife.
Que trabalho é fantástico! Fiquei encantada com seu cuidado com os pássaros! Sucessos !!!👏👏👏👏😘😂🇧🇷
Your technique is so good - you manage to not only weed, but loosen the soil which is so important - that’s the beauty of going beyond just cutting stuff down. Even in the winter weather the changes you made are stunning. Another one pulling up a chair for your spring planting video! The leaves came off the sycamores in our tract the last 2 weeks. Somehow they all land in our front garden and sidewalks - the perils of a corner lot. We are currently discussing my need for dahlias vs his need not to have to plant them LOL. have an awesome weekend 😊
Well, this was a lovely comment. Thank you so much ❤️ I'm looking forward to getting this garden done in spring too, I've got grand plans 😅
I certainly can relate with the sycamore you have....and the ones you don't! 🤣 I look after a few gardens of clients with a similar situation.
Do you find that the germination rates of sycamore tree seeds to be close to 100% as well? 🤣 I'm still "weeding" them out of some gardens from earlier on in the year. And now, like you, I have the leaves to deal with as well 😁
I try to bag them up and make leaf mold, but there are so many I could start a commercial operation. 😂
You have a great weekend to
All the best
Martin.
Nice of u
Thanks 👍 😊
Hello from America. I find your videos enjoyable and soothing to watch. It’s nice of you to think about the birds. Beautiful transformation.👍🏻
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed them.
It is very much appreciated.
Hi Tim I don't think you are gone loopy at all the young lady has just bought the house funds might be limited at least the house is her own. We had a heavy frost here this morning. It's a very good idea for the winter.
You are right. That's what I was thinking. You are very kind ❤️ 😊
Yeah, the frosts have really snook up on me this year 🥶 roll on spring time! 🤣
Hi Martin what a great 👍 job you have done 👍 on this lady’s garden 🪴 well done and yes 👍 it will soon be summer this weekend hopefully 🤞 the weather will start improving soon for us David 🪴👌🇬🇧❤️👍
Thanks David, always a pleasure to read your comments 👍😊
It looks like you are right as well, two days without rain and it looks quite sunny too.
What a rare bank holiday weekend! 😂👍
hi Martin looks like 👍 the weather has changed again wet 💦 and damp 😤 maybe get some sun ☀️ soon David 🪴👌🇬🇧❤️👍
What a wonderful person you are well done you ❤❤❤❤
Oh wow, super kind of you. I'm very lucky to have so many wonderful people watching these videos. It makes it worthwhile ❤️
Good Job
excellent
Why, thank you. Very kind of you to say.❤️
You are an amazing worker. You clearly have a great heart! Great work! Thanks for sharing!
Cheers mate, kind of you to say. But I'm just a simple guy, doing my best 👍
Although I'll say one thing, the older I get....the more I feel the cold! 🤣 I'd have done this in shorts and t-shirt 10 years ago.
All the best
Martin
@@martinthegardenguy I certainly can relate! Chuckles. Keep it up, please.
This is the first time I’ve seen a video from you and it is AWESOME!!👏✌🏼
Oh thanks 😊 ❤️ I'm glad you enjoyed it. It really does make it worthwhile
Happy new year 🎉.
Martin
You! Made me a subscriber. I never ever seen anyone like you cut those white Vines like you did on one knee by The Roots.
That was an amazing job you did on this Frozen Garden.
Taking care of the birds and is a good thing, during the winter months.
Just keep up the good work and I hope you don't have any real time. Watching you work at that speed, was good and that is another reason why I subscribed and gave you a thumbs up!👍
Cheers Tony
What an awesome comment. I'm really glad you liked the video. You'll be glad to know I don't have any real-time videos other than a few tiny snippets in my usual content. I think people would die of boredom. It takes me days to do some of my garden clearance. Could you imagine it? 😂 it'd ne like watching paint dry.
Thanks for subscribing, I'm glad you appreciate real life gardening. I'm quite old-fashioned, so if I can use hand tools instead of power tools, I will.
Thanks again, 👍
Martin.
This clip was extremely entertaining and informative. Great camera work as was the commentary! It was a real treat watching a consummate pro in action. Txs for sharing.
Thank you for this awesome and kind comment, I truly appreciate it. I've been gardening for years, but still working on the filming side 😊 it's great to know I'm getting better.
Thanks again
Martin.
Very very clean 🪥🪥🪥👍
Cheers ☺️ 👍 very kind of you to say.
Спасибо за ваш труд! С уважением из России!😊
And thank you for watching. Very much appreciated 😊 🙏
Such an awesome transformation! I'm sure the yard will be a wildlife oasis when complete and I look forward to seeing it spring to life! 🌹🌷🌻🌼
Me to, it's one of the projects I'm really looking forward to next year. I love working on small gardens, especially when I get a clean slate to work with 😊👍
Please mark the steps for supervising nighttime doggy visits to the garden. An outside security light would help too. Lovely work and plan for Spring.❤️🐩🌼
Thank you very much. Excellent suggestions, I will mention these great ideas to her when I next see her.
Although I'll be more concerned with the super duper planting scheme myself 😅
I'm already looking forward to getting cracking, I hope it'll look as it does in my mind 😂🤞
Thanks again
All the best
Martin
First time seeing your channel. I’m so impressed. I especially like when you describe what the plant names are. I really like watching yard/garden transformations or just maintaining it…the key word watching. I can’t stand doing it. It’s great to know there are people like you who love it.
Seems to me that the Brits are pretty much the only yard guys who get down on hands and knees to weed.
How long in real time did this take?
Haha, that's cool that you love gardening without actually gardening. It's not for everyone 😅 thanks for watching.
This took about 4 hours in real time, but quite a bit of faff with the camera etc.
As regards getting down and grafting, I've always loved the process of gardening. I'm sure more power tools could speed things up a bit, but to me it'd be like spray painting a model airplane instead of using a brush 😂
Although, to be fair, this was a very small garden. If it was a few acres I'd be breaking out the zero turn! 😁
Thanks again for watching and your comment.
Much appreciated
Martin.
@@martinthegardenguymaybe they have you confused with Tim the Enchanter :D
😂 good job I'm a Monty python geek.
09:45 The 🌈 was so beautiful ❤
Didn't notice, until now 😅 thank you.
It's nice to watch them at work, I live far outside on a 20,000 square meter property, I also have a lot of birds and squirrels here, they like to eat sunflower seeds, broken and peeled
Indeed, it is, it's becoming one of my favorite things to do. Besides gardening and watching Rugby 😁😅
Thank you for watching, and I appreciate the comment.
What I love to see when it's frosty is cobwebs and how intricate they are its almost like lace
Me too! They can make beautiful landscape photos look even better. It's a true sign of the season.
It also works quite well with early morning dew as well 🥰
To top off your hard work... pressure wash the cement and it will seem so much bigger too. Well done!
I may add that to the list next year 😊👍although some of the slabs really need relaying first.
Thanks for the comment
Martin.
Glad I found your channel
So am I 😊 I hope you enjoy the videos. I'm still quite new to the filming side of things....but the only way is up 😁
Thanks for the comment
Very much appreciated
Martin.
Hope you pressure wash fence as well!
I think she'll be sorting the fence out mate, I'll be more concerned with the planting side of things 👍
Хорошая работа 👍
Much appreciated 🙏 ☺️
Martin
Great job thanks
Oh, thank you 😊
Truly appreciated 🙏
look forward to see what its like in spring i would say a budleia and some flox as they have always proven good for me for the butterflys and of course you cant go wrong with some lavender aswell
Hello, thanks for the comment.
Lavender has already secured a spot in the garden next year. It's one of my favorite 😊 plus I always have cuttings growing on.
I love the idea of Flox, excellent suggestion. The flowers will be amazing.
Thanks again
Martin.
Desde Guadalajara España, aquí el clima es muy diferente, pocas lluvias y muy extrema diferencia de temperatura del invierno al verano. Seguro que usted sabe muy bien que plantas colocar para embellecer ese pequeño patio. Buen trabajo 👍🏾
Greetings Spain 🇪🇸 thanks for the comment 👍 😊
I always ha e some ideas, but I've also had really good one from viewers also.
But as you say, the Spanish climate is a lot different than midland England 😅
Clearing the walkway made a good start. You could begin to see the area being connected and with purpose. Noted you were dodging around a Butterfly Bush, and now you did decide to repurpose and move it. Nice. The finish looks better, you can see potential and you already have plans in mind.
Oh, thank you, I'm glad you can see the vision of what this garden can be like and its potential 😊 👍
I've got a pretty good plan for spring, so hopefully, an update video with the next lot of work will be along in spring.
Cheers
Martin
Hi Martin. It's a great job you have done.
Thank you 😊 🙏
Much appreciated
Martin.
Now that you’ve cleared the garden it’ll be nice to see how it develops next year, the birds will be very happy with the feeders especially with the cold weather we’re having, the birds in my garden are going through the peanuts like there going out of style! 😂
Haha, same in my garden. The peanuts are disappearing faster than I can replace them.
And those half coconut shells filled with seed and fat seem to be equally as favored 🤣 I saw a pigeon eat almost a whole one themselves.
I'm looking forward to planting her garden up next spring. I've already have loads of really good suggestions.
It'll be literally buzzing with wildlife ❤️
Thanks again
Martin.
Oh, Martin, I applaud you and your wonderful efforts. I can’t wait to see what develops next year in spring.
Oh, me to 😊 it's going to look amazing. Roll on spring....after Christmas anyway 🥰😂
Thank you.
Great job and a great video! Sorry to see you working in the cold but I expect that is what it is for you, "so wot" (an expression an English nun (Sister Jane) said in a book I have been reading). I hop[e you and your family have a great holiday. I hope we continue to see videos throughout the cold season. Thanks for sharing! George from Florida, USA
Cheers George 👍 always a pleasure 🙏
Hope you have a great Christmas, too 😊
As usual, you are right. We do say "so wot" quite a bit! 🤣 it seems quite colloquial, but every nation has a similar expression 🤣 I like the Australian "it'll be right" one.
However, on this cold morning. My expression was "jeez, I wish I'd have put my man tights on under my trousers " 😂
All the best, George
Martin.
Thanks Martin! We have a lot to be thankful for in this life. I am especially thankful you are making videos of your hard work and sharing it with us! @@martinthegardenguy
You obviously know your plants and how they accommodate nature and gardens! Would love to see what the owner does in Spring! It’s a great space to do all sorts of great plants!
Thanks for the comment, I really appreciate it ☺️ 🙏
I totally agree, I think when I get it planted up this spring, it'll be a lovely little nature spot.
I'm looking forward to it 👍
Martin.
Hi Martin nice 👌 job on this garden must of been middle of winter 🥶 when you did this garden and it is raining today so garden for me today David 🇬🇧👌❤️👍
Oh yeah, I think it was mid January 😂 I do remember being a bit chilly 🥶😅
You did a fantastic job👍💯👍
Thanks so much 🙏 💓 ☺️
What a very kind comment.
Martin
What a garden cleanup! Looks great and I can’t wait to find the video of your plantings and designing in spring 24 videos! 💚 from Texas
Thank you 👍 😊 🙏
Although, this one had the revisit canceled. As she had her heart set on artificial turf 🤯 😥
@@martinthegardenguy Artificial turf??? 😳😫 Oh, no, that’s the beginning of a very bad garden! 😝🥲
Yeah, I know it sounds harsh, but I refuse to work with it. I kinda dislike everything about artificial turf (outside of sports pitches) and probably the same for artificial flowers 😂 it all seems crazy to me.
But each unto their own.
Very nice ❤
Thank you 😊
Martin.
Pressure washing would be nice looks good thanks for sharing 😊
Yeah, I think after the planting is done a nice clean up with the pressure washer would be an awesome finishing touch.
Plus, maybe the fence painted as well 🤔
Thanks
Martin.
Another great job Martin. You done well there mate.
Thanks mate, much appreciated. Hope your enjoying the weather as much as I am! 😂I am already looking forward to spring.
Have a great Christmas dude 🎅❄️🎄
@@martinthegardenguy Cheers mate, ive been off social media for the last week or so for the festive period. I am looking forward to spring myself, everything starting to grow again 😃Hope you had a great Christmas and have a good new year. 👍
@thegardeneruk same to you mate, I had a great Christmas thanks. But to be honest I'm glad it's over 🤣 I've two kids under 3 years old that keep me too busy.
I can't wait to get back to work! 👍😂
@@martinthegardenguy Yeah i know that feeling mate, I also have 2 kids myself which are older. There's only so much you can do at home before wanting to go back to work 😂 I have left some jobs of this year to do in January, which i knew would keep me busy until Spring. I am starting back on the 8th, which im looking forward to. 👍
Wild life gardens are the best 🎉
Totally agree 👍 ☺️😁
Nicely done!❤
Much appreciated 🙏 ☺️ ❤️
Awesome job ❤❤❤
Much appreciated 🙏 ☺️
I love your nature garden idea❤❤
Oh, thank you 😊 I'm glad you like the idea. Hope the birds and the bees like it to 😁 it's going to be buzzing 😂 literally.
I hope you get a chance to watch the spring video.
Nice work Martin!
Thank you, Susan 😊
Nice job Martin, I'm a new subscriber to your channel and hope to see a lot more of your video's. Planting some Hosta's with variegated foliage might be an idea, they also attract bee's etc when in flower as seeing the fern says it could be a more shaded area so they should do well provided the slugs and snail's can be kept at bay. Great to watch gardeners with plant knowledge, thanks ❤
Alison, that's a bang on suggestion. They'd be perfect with the ferns. Thank you. Hopefully, you'll be watching me plant some Hostas next spring 😊👍 they will be definitely going on the list.
I've a few in my own garden that are ready for dividing up. I'll use them.
The shed type thing will be getting removed, but some trellis will be going up to create a separate space.
There will be a good spot, I hope.
Thanks for the awesome comment
Martin.
It's going to be great to see what you do with this in the Spring. I would imagine you will be power washing the cement? The water feature is going to be great if you can get that working. I love hummingbird and butterfly flowers. Purple coneflower, beebalm, fuchsia, orange jewelweed and honeysuckle are some of my favorites, and of course a butterfly bush. It will be fun to see what you come up with. I see there is a nice pine tree not far, and a woodpile for cocoons with milkweed nearby would be good for the butterflies out in the yard. It's been awhile since I have had a garden but I did do a hummingbird and butterfly garden and the hummingbirds nested in the pine.
Wow, what awesome plant suggestions ☺️👍 although, admittedly, I had to google one or two. It's funny how common plant names change depending on where in the world you are.
You must have a great gardening knowledge base to be able to suggest such amazing plants. That was exactly the kinds I had in my mind.
Thank you so much ❤️
It's a shame you don't have a garden anymore, I'm sure the horticulture world is a worse place because of it.
All the best
Martin
@@martinthegardenguy West Michigan, USA here and currently an apartment dweller with a small upper level deck. I'd love to have a garden space like the one you are working on here. I can't wait to see what you do with it.
@@martinthegardenguyI can’t wait to see what this quaint little garden will be showing in the spring, make it magical and a recluse for this lovely lady ❤, and thank you for your love, kindness and service to others 😊.
Thank you. I plan to make this one of the best I've ever created. It'll take some planning, as low maintenance and wildlife don't match up that good 😂 but I think I can do it 👍😅
I've got a list of people who are going to donate plants (from their own gardens) it's be cheaper and more eco friendly.
Thanks for the comment
Truly, it's appreciated.
Martin.
@@martinthegardenguy That is so cool that people are donating plants! Awesome.
Hey Tim you do a good job with the cleaning
Thank you very much 😊 very much appreciated.
FYI, my name is Martin 😂
@@martinthegardenguy Sorry
Excellent yard work! BRAVO!!!
Thank you 😊 very kind of you to say so.
Martin.
Superb clean up for winter. Love to see u back in spring
Beautiful earth
Thank you 😊
Yeah, it's was lovely rich soil, someone's spent some time improving it over the years. Hopefully our planting in spring will take advantage of it 😁
Martin.
It’s such a sweet garden. Maybe a Japanese influence would be nice. Definitely needs some winter interest like miniature Shrubs/evergreens. Hard to say what to plant not knowing it’s sun exposure etc. Look forward to spring to see what you do.
Hi, thanks for the comment. Fantastic idea about having a few evergreen shrubs. You've got ne thinking...maybe a few Hebe. A lot will flower quite nicely, and the bees seem to love them.
I also like where you're going with the Japanese idea.
The sun exposure is high enough for most full sun and partial sun planting. There is also a shade section near the shed. So it could be a very good all round garden 👍😊 which is my favorite kind of garden.
Thanks again, much appreciated.
Martin.
Gardens in northern Ireland do no get cut after October
I don't normally either, I leave everything till early spring. It's definitely the right thing to do for wildlife and most plants.
And definitely in a dry winter.
But in a garden that is normally maintained up until that point.👍unlike this one.
Looks good!
Those must be some tasty peanuts!❤😂
I wouldn't know, the birds ate them all 😂
But I'm ok with that haha.
Bom dia! Trabalho feito com amor, até o pormenor muito bom... Em uma parte do vídeo tinha as cores do arco íris o universo está contigo energia positiva para ti. Adorei❤👍🇵🇹
Uau, muito obrigado. Que lindo comentário. Eu pude literalmente sentir a energia positiva vindo de você.
Então, muito obrigado.
Muitas felicidades
Martin ❤️😊
Keep up the good work my friend 💪🏽
Thanks mate 👍always nice to hear from a fellow gardener.
Keep in touch
All the best
Martin.
Thanks for saving the Buddleia! You used a lot of tools I hadn't seen before. My favorit tool is the Korean Garden hoe...maybe you can try it sometime. I work in cold weather, too, with insulated gloves, but if the ground is frozen, nothing pulls out. I fight bindweed as well....horrible stuff! Great job and I love the idea of bird and wildlife sanctuary!
Wow, I just noticed something....you weed with either hand, like I do! Hmm...easier that way.
Haha, thank you. I'm actually a lefty, but I've always found it easy to use both hands. Only gardening, though. I'm useless otherwise.
I had to google Korean Hoe 😂 they look amazing. I've used some Japanese tools that are similar. I honestly have a real love of traditional hand tools ❤️ recently I've been trying to use them more. It's a great workout and eco friendly 💪 😁
Good for you to still work in cold weather when you can, well done. Most people don't.
Thank you for the comment
As always, truly appreciated.
Martin.
How much sun does this back garden get! It could look really nice to plant succulents in those narrow beds along the stairs. Like hens and chicks maybe.
It's quite a sunny garden for most of the day, the bit where the lovely soil is used to have a greenhouse by the looks of it. Near where I replanted the budlia.
Perfect plant suggestion, I'd already considered planting them where you mentioned. Which is awesome. We are on the same wavelength 😊👍
How do you think some sedum and maybe Ajuga would look in the same narrow beds?
I love your tools😅
I'm glad you do 😁 I also love them 😂 I'm obsessed with cool gardening kit. Especially the manual or old fashioned kind, even if they do have a more modern take.
Winter came late . 😂
First time seeing your channel. Good job and it’s dam right the winter 🥶 got here early.
Welcome, and thank you 😊 🙏
Hope you enjoyed it.
Roll on spring 😅
Martin.
Those long-handled ’side shears’ are awesome! Is there a brand or better name? I want to try to find those here in the states.
What a great shape up and goal for her garden! 🎉
Hi 👋 thanks for the comment.
The grass shears (or edging shears) I use I actually got from the local hardware store. So I'd guess you'd struggle finding them. The brand is Hawksmore.
But with edging shears, just buy the best you can afford. Quality and longevity 👍😊
I just found some on Amazon. I never knew they existed. I will be getting some.
You should 😊👍 they are awesome. Very simple and effective.
Only thing to remember is try not to catch too many stones with the blades when you are cutting 😅
очень очень хорошая работа
Much appreciated 😊
Thank you so much.
hi Are you a botanist?. Absolutley I like these programs .
I'm not really a botanist, just an experienced amateur.
I love plants and nature. 🥰
RESPECT!!!
Thank you 😊
Great job!! Maybe clean off the moss from the fencing .. 🤔
Yeah, that's a great idea. I think she plants to do that herself. And then repaint them 👍
It should look great when it's all planted up.
Thanks 👍 😊
Martin