IT WAS ALL WORTH IT | LONDON GARDEN MAKEOVER PART 3
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- IT WAS ALL WORTH IT | LONDON GARDEN MAKEOVER PART 3
Hey guys!
Welcome back to my channel and to the third part of the garden makeover. I am so pleased with how this has all came together. Everything featured will be linked below.
Big love & thank you all so much for all of your tips!
Luke x
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Loving the progress Luke well done! Just a tip don't put mint in borders it's so invasive keep it in the pot ❤
Ahh I’m keeping it in the pot❤ my mam said the same too
Hello Luke greeting from Melbourne. Loved your vlog but some pro tips for you but first congratulations on completing your outdoors project.😊❤. It would be a wise idea to take the eucalyptus out of the bed as soon as possible and put it in a large pot. The reason is, it's a water theif and it will steal all the water from the plants in the bad and lawn and it will kill everything in the process, it will also send down a tap root and if it gets Into any below ground pipes it can cause thousands of £ worth of damage so it's best to grow it in a very large pot and sit the pot on a concrete paver. Next the lovely privit bush. In this part of the world it's classed as a noxious weed and not allowed to be sold by garden centres any more. Mainly because when it flowers it can cause major reactions with people who have asthma or hayfever so I would gift it to the plant recycle bin and chalk up the experience. Lastly your lovely conifer tree. Best to top it off, meaning take the central trunk tip and cut it off/out. This will stop it heading for the sky and becoming massive, to massive for your garden. Conifers are also toxic to other plants their needles make the ground very acidic so other plants struggle to grow in their presence. Next lift the base skirt of the tree up, (take out a few of the lower branches) but be careful when doing this unlike other trees when you cut a conifer it will not regrow back in the same location. By doing this you will let the light in around the base and you could nd in some fresh compost and plant some pansies, putunia, Lilly of the valley or violets in your ice le. Lastly your conifer likes a good feed and an old fashioned trick is to dissolve a tablespoon of marmite in warm water in a large 10 litre bucket, let it cool then pour it around the truck slowly a couple of times a year, it works wonders ( this tip came from a leading nursery man). Look forward to what you do in the house next, cheers and have a great week.😊❤🐝
@@kimstclair1879the UK gets rain all summer I think we will be fine 😂😂
I made that mistake
Hi guys WOW spectacular looking garden, well done you two, you’re going to so enjoy chilling out there! Love the fire pit… bargain, tip for you put an old grill grid on the bottom, stops the burning through the metal gives you some extra life in it, also put some compost & manure mix in your borders 25:4 each year, I use a comfrey mix & nettle mix for my garden, it’s free! Put each in a bucket cover with water leave for weeks it will stink! When smell has gone bottle up, dilute & feed your pots & plants, Epsom salt mix on the laurel bush makes it grow quicker… a very slow one that! lol
Hope you got a melton pie, I wish I’d known you were mins from me, I would have filled your car with plants for you. 🥲but big pat on the back guys 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Paint those sleepers black too, then they’ll ’disappear’ from eye view. And will look more seamless 👍🏻
We are so torn about painting them - we like the texture of the wood but I do think they will blend in more if they were black
You need another medal for moving that amount of gravel without a wheelbarrow. Good job. The plants will soon need to be spaced out. We are all guilty of wanting to fill space but shrubs can quickly take over, watch the laurels. Finally, only trying to help ,teak oil - Dispose of any rags used to apply it carefully as it is flammable. Thinking of wheelie bin👍
Hi Luke I was a Pipefitter for 43 years I live in cramlington Northumberland can you tell your neighbour the boiler plastic overflow pipe just needs extended into the gutter as it looks too short at the moment hence the water over spraying onto your wall just extending it and maybe put a small elbow on the bottom should sort it out
Loving the videos 😊
The garden is looking brilliant. Hard work shows, and you both prove that time and time again. The three of you will have many happy times there. Well done! 😊😊
Gardening is a continual learning process. Plants are a very forgiving and robust Luke, you’ll find that you’ll be moving plants around. It’s just about enjoying the process and space. Well done, loving the garden so far.
Making your garden your own is so satisfyingly! When you buy plants, make sure you are reading the tags for plant growth size and planting spacing. If you plant too close you'll spend the next few years redoing the work. It is hard to do, but leave more space than you think you should.
The garden looks wonderful and how lovely to see it done on a reasonable budget. So many vloggers post ideas that are way out of people's reach financially. I would edge the flower beds with sleepers to match.❤
Your fire pit I had one similar and every time it rained it would fill up and it went rusty I found drilling a few small holes in the bottom. It kept it from filling with water, the ash is good mixed in the soil great food. Crushed up egg shells are also good xxx
Garden looking great
WOW! Just look at the difference!! You both did an Awesome job!! It’s looks Wonderful! 💗💗💗👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
If you've still got the plant labels I would urge you to read them regarding the width and spread of each plant.
Looking at your boarders I'm concerned the larger plants like the laurel will establish much quicker (laurels are quite thuggish) and will dominate the smaller items. Personally I'd move those Acers because they are so small, and there looks to be quite a lot of dead in that Leylandii and that will never grow back and look good.
Also check on the soil requirements for plants.
I'd suggest checking the ph level of your soil - you can get kits (and I wouldn't be in the least surprised if it were different under the Leylandii to the rest of the garden).
Lastly, if you are keeping the fire pit outside, it needs drainage holes to prevent water collecting in it and go rusty.
Didn't notice your comment at first but 100% agree about moving the Acers. I wasn't sure if maybe they were different varieties to what we get in Australia but if not they certainly need to be moved before the roots get set. Luckily they have plenty of room to move them to a more suitable position- all par for the course while learning about planting.
How kind of your neighbours Luke! Awwwww! 👍👍👍👍👍
Morning Luke, just sat down with a cuppa , I am so pleased for you and Zara your garden is looking absolutely beautiful and I can feel the love that you have for it. I’m glad you are having a couple of days away for a break it’s very good for the mind and soul when you are very busy, I cannot wait the the next episode, best wishes x
That's what I say every time I go to a garden center - "don't know how this happens, my trolley is full"!
Love your garden, looks neat and tidy. Just one thing of advice: The trees you planted need more space in between, and it is difficult to replant them further apart when they have grown. Just plant some annual plants to fill the gaps!
So enjoyed this garden make over series, you've done a fantastic job ! Bring on the sunshine so you can truly enjoy all your hard work 🥰
Garden looks modern and classy. And you both make it looks so easy
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QVC sells a richard jackson slug repellant which ISNT harmful to any wildlife - well worth looking at. They also do this thing called flower power. My God. Your blooms and any food you grow will be bountiful!!!!
Ahh I’ll have to check that out - thank you so much❤️
Super man you've really pulled it out of the bag luke .sorry no pun intended regards that gravel bag .
But you and zara have absolutely left no stone untrned once again no pun intened in regards too your lovely white stone .in doing this garden make over .it's clearly enjoying it and I think once you start too love your garden it's the new start to an ever last love affair. But it's is beautiful have a lovely weekend cannot wait to see more make overs .
From what that yard looked like when you first bought your home to what you have done up until today is unbelievable!! That was quite an achievement!!! Hoping y'all enjoy your summer outside.
Hi Luke love the garden but I felt I had to tell you that you would be silly to dispose of your shed . Think you should repair the roof and then paint it black and it will fade into the background,you will need it for storing your garden furniture for the winter your table and chairs need to covered so the shed the perfect space also some plants need to go under cover ( I’m talking about some of your pot). Hope this is an idea you will think about❤
Great vlog, the Eucalyptus will grow big, and you have no Koalas to keep it trim lol, sorry couldn't help myself .. Moira from OZ x
Its perfect luke ❤ love to see you younger people in the garden . I have a degree in horticulture but still watch you tube for tips ...you can always learn more 😊xxx
I agree it’s refreshing to see them excited about planting , most young ones only want bars and hot tubs in the gardens . Carry on Luke & Zara so enjoying watching your garden grow 👍🏼🪴
oh no no no no LOL Eucalyptus grow ENORMOUS, like 50 feet if not more. Think it will need more room Luke. They smell gorgeous and the rustling sound of their leaves in the wind is so relaxing. Gdn is looking great. x
Once you plant eucalyptus it grows like crazy and even if you cut it down, it thrives😮. Again as with the mint, eucalyptus maybe better planted in a large pot.😊
@@abitoria3310 I would forget about the Eucalyptus. They are not plants for pots. They need a huge garden to grow in. It will end in disappointment.
Random suggestion; since Luke has mentioned wanting to remodel the kitchen down the line to make it more connected to the outdoor dinning room and make the space more conducive to entertaining, perhaps as an in-between step, he could switch out the kitchen window to make it a pass through window? I've seen other houses with these windows in the kitchen and they open so that drinks and dishes can be passed directly from kitchen to the outdoors. This could allow Luke to cook while guests are in the backyard and not feel separated from the party. I can imagine him mixing up drinks and passing them out like it was his own personal bar! Now, I don't know if this type of window is too drafty to be useful in the British climate, but it might be a way to temporarily get some of the connectivity they're looking for.
Mum and son in nautical navy and white! Looking good.
The garden is looking superb. Smirked when I saw the empty gravel bag. Been there done, that many years ago. I never did return the bag (was I supposed to?) and use it for trips to the tip with the garden cuttings. You and Zara should be so proud of yourselves. xx
Wow you two and fur babies, what a transformation, and yes you will find plants have a habit of jumping into your trolley! It happens all the time and they won't get out again until you open your boot. Lol.
Well done for moving all that gravel. Xx
Lovely to see your garden coming along, such a lovely place to be.I know you get lots of tips, just a thought, you have a curvy border round the tree by the shed, maybe have another curvy border/path nearer house to mirror it, will make your garden seem longer, and create a restful, natural look 👍😊
Hi Luke, a lot of hard work but now you can reap the rewards. Some sunshine would help ☀️ We are always eager to fill the borders but don’t forget these plants need space and will fill out in no time. (By the way, you did name the company but later on you said you wouldn’t 😅) Take care and see you soon 🌳💖
Finally cleared my back garden, well husband cleared it, I planted up all my plants. Boarder done and many wall baskets. We travelled to a nursery near Chichester as their plants are so healthy and always give a great show. Ground cover plants and many trailers for the baskets. 👍👍👍👍👍😃
This was such an amazing makeover! I’ve been fully invested, despite living in London and not having a garden 😂 you really inspire me to do more around my home myself
OMG guys the garden is Chelsea worthy!!!!! 🤣❤️👍
@@Iamjames1985 well well well…hmmmm…..chippy much? Shoulder hurting? Dark in that basement today? How’s your mum?
Congratulations You all did an amazing job, now you can enjoy the fruits of your labor😊
Garden is looking fa-bu-lous, well done Luke and Zara. 👍
Have you considered lighting yet? You can definately sit out later into the evenings if you have some lighting.
My house is on the market and after 40 years living in London I am about to move home to Ireland and have just had my offer on a cottage by the sea accepted so I'm already planning what I'm going to do with my new garden which has a raised terrace seating area as it's built into a hillside.
I've been looking into how to put lights around the terrace and have come up with the idea of using metal electrical conduit as poles, as it is far cheaper than buying ready made garden poles which are really expensive.
What you need and how to do it :-
As many metal conduit pipes (10' × 3/4") as you need to go round your space.
Rustoleum automotive primer spray paint to paint it blacking if that's your colour scheme.
A metal string light cable kit - to prevent lights from sagging, about £20 off Amazon.
10' x 1" plastic PVC pipe - for pushing into the ground for metal pipe to go into which you cut into 2ft lengths.
Some metal pipe straps from the same place you buy the metal electrical conduit poles.
Drill a hole 3" down from top of pole.
Fix the pipe straps (hooks) using a screwdriver or drill.
Buy conduit caps to seal the tops of the pipe for a more finished look.
Bang 2ft lengths of plastic pipe into the ground (covering the top of the pipe with a piece of wood first so the pipe doesn't split) leaving about 4-6 inches of pipe above ground.
Insert metal conduit poles into plastic pipes.
Hope this helps give you some ideas.
Looking so good 👍 I have a similar space but I used oversized slabs from the back door to the grass and it opens it up. Definitely more plants the better and a few high ones for extra privacy.
Keep the shed! Paint it black to joosh it up. You will find it super useful to store things in, or use it as a ‘greenhouse’ to grow your seeds on when you start growing plants from seeds (it’ll save you stacks)! In time, you may want to turn it into a studio. Endless options.
Luke Zara What a Transformation Unbelievable. Well Done. You Have Done a Brilliant Job. Enjoy your Bankholiday. Xx 👍👏👏👏😊😘
You could make a wall of herbs on the fence at the side near the back door 😊 would add vertical planting 😁
Very interesting. Gardens bring so much pleasure.
I love how you’re whispering as you talk about the plants lol such intensity. Love it. Well done.xxx
I love love love the yard! So many smart touches: The black fence paint is stunning, the G-word is beautiful and well worth the pain, and that lip to keep it off the grass is genius! You two deserve such a beautiful oasis! 🌹🌹
😊 double the width of second border plant flowers and smaller perainials will look so much better then a line of plants 😊
2 mins in - Your garden. Looks wonderful.
Could have lent your raincoat to rishi..lol...enjoy the garden..when the rain stops...
Greetings Luke - That young eucalyptus - I don't know how it will grow in the UK, but if its anything like the way they grow down under, it has every chance of being a Triffid. It can become a very very big tree, very quickly (and that includes an extensive root system). At the moment those leaves appear to be juvenile form - they will change shape as it "adults" So keep an eye on it and if it starts to get excited - it may be better contained in a tub.
You and Zara are doing a great job in the garden, which is looking great. ❤❤
You've worked so hard. It looks amazing. Well done. Have a good Bank Holiday x
Looking lovely Luke. Grand job.😻❤️🙏
Just do a small log border roll for your 2nd plant border, they will finish off the space and keep a divide between the lawn and the plant border. Fairly cheap too as you won’t need much. Beautiful garden, exactly like mine with the different textures of the gravel, bark and grass. Great job!
All your hard work is paying off in the garden it’s looking good Luke. X 🥀🌷.
Hi Luke, the garden is looking amazing. It's more satisfying and enjoyable when you've done all the work yourself. Good job! You could get some more of the tree edging and paint it black for the edge of the border then it will merge the wood tones together as it meets the sleepers. Enjoy your week, let's hope we get some more sun so you can enjoy your long awaited personal outdoor space. ❤❤
Keep the mint in a pot, otherwise it will take over! Everything is looking marvellous 🥰
You are working so hard and it is all looking so lovely ,well done you
Well done Luke and Sarah, the garden is lovely and a calm and peaceful place to enjoy lovely summer evenings, love the fire pit as a cozy addition. Look forward to seeing what you do at the top of the garden when you move the shed, there is quite a bit of space back there. wishing you both a lovely week ahead. 🍾🍷🍷🏖⛱
Stunning Luke I k now what it's like to shift a bag of gravel not fun, would you consider painting the neighbours wall when it's fixed in a terracotta colour to give it Tuscan vibes just a thought not sure it's your vibe but I have seen people put plates on it, you already have the lovely blue vase some Italian ones would be nice it really is a fab transformation and what a bonus those chairs off Iwan they look like they would of been expensive ones best wishes to you both
I have such a bad case of garden envy. Your garden is gorgeous. So much work, well done. Thank you for the lovely video, cheers.
Well done to the both of garden looks great thanks for sharing the progress .your both doing amazing !!! x
It's looking very nice. One word about wisteria, be very mindful about keeping it trimmed. If let go, it can be extremely invasive.
Dusty Miller, Lamb's Ear, and Artemisia are nice uplighting amongst the plants. Their light chalky foliage brightens the area and fills in quite nicely to shade the roots of its neighbors, too!
The DM is a leaf like plant with texture and beautiful to cut for and instantly diverse and attractive arrangement.
The LE is so soft that it is most certainly an appropriate name! It adds softness to the beds.
ART grows taller and while looking rather prickly, they are as soft as silk. It's like cotton candy. Pretty when planted a little further back towards the fence for back light (read up on that, though, as I am not sure about the black fence).
I love them for their beauty, texture, and light the bring to my beds! And, they are perrenials!
Wonderful ideas - thank you so much!
There’s a difference between having a go online and making even-handed comments based on your experiences. You tread that line very well! The garden is looking great, btw.
A lovely large garden 🍷🍷🍄
The garden is looking so beautiful; it is going to give you, Zara and Maggie many years of enjoyment.
Garden looks great ,seating looks lovely ,so much covered in short time😊
It's already looking amazing! You've both done a great job. I'm really enjoying the house and garden renovation videos.
Just wana say guys you done a gr8 job in the garden, worth all the back breaking work ❤
Loving what you and Zara have done to the garden. Luke I would recommend putting manure on the soil as it helps the plants grow bigger and better. My husband puts manure on every year and he always gets complements off the neighbours. Also look for the snails and slugs eating your plants.
The garden looks beautiful.....well done! Enjoy now x
I love this, a job well done. Amazing work you guys ❤
Loving the progress in the garden. Definitely keep mint in a pot. Great video. Thank you. 😊
Hi Luke and Zara. Your garden is looking great now Luke. You & Zara should be so proud of yourselves you’ve achieved so much in a short time. I love your garden and the plans you have for it. Love seeing Maggie & Ivy they are so gorgeous 🥰🫶. The blueberry cake looked delicious I’m definitely trying that recipe. Have a great week ❤️
Garden is looking great, the wisteria you have is the American wisteria it takes longer to grow. So don’t worry if it doesn’t trail far.
Hi Luke! Aww...why do I always get so sad when Mags and Ivy need to part ways again? 😔 My heart always gets heavy for them. On a brighter note the yard is coming along nicely and love the way it looks with the white gravel and black fences. I would suggest trimming off some of the bottom branches of that tree so that the trunk & new border you put around it is more visible. Will you be incorporating any raised planter beds for herbs & veggies? Have a fab week ahead guys! Much love from Fort Worth, Texas! 😊🦋☀️
It's looking great and came together beautifully. Enjoy and relax. Hope you feel better soon. I find buying plants hard to resist. I keep reminding myself to resist the temptation - it's easier said than done. ❤
You guys hit it out of the park!!! Love the patio/garden. You two make a great team. Love the content...keep it up! 👍😁
Lovely garden, so much work you both put into it,you must be really pleased how its looks,like the white pebbles 😊
I wonder if there'd be enough room for a small greenhouse next to the shed once it's been moved. I don't know if you'd get enough sun at the bottom of the garden but might be worth considering. I'd definitely watch you grow food and then turn it into a delicious dinner. 😊
Gardens looking so good you have worked hard ,you could use the same edging you have round the conifer tree as edging along your borders just an idea 😊
So enjoyed the garden vlogs, you work so hard. Would you consider painting the sleeper black to match the fence.
Your garden is coming along beautifully!
And bonus is that there was something about your voice in this vlog…many ASMR tingles. I appreciate the vibe while I just came down with COVID last night, a few days after returning from holiday in Amsterdam,
Your garden is coming along beautifully. Well done. I would be inclined to put sleepers alongside the newly dug bed on the right hand side. It will be easier to keep the edge of the grass neat. I can visualise the sleepers being painted black but in a short time the sleepers will turn a silvery grey so perhaps you could wait to see how you feel about them.
I'm sure you will make good use of your garden - it's an extension to your home. Hopefully we will have a decent summer with balmy evenings so we can enjoy our gardens way into the night.
Hey Luke! Hope you and your family are doing well. The backyard is coming so nicely!! The pipes…have you guys thought of maybe painting them the same colors as the brick wall behind them to disguise them? I think it would be a great DIY for your channel. 🤷🏻♀️
Thank you for bringing us such great content.
Wow your garden is really coming along love all the new plants and that garden chair looks amazing and your fire pit, all you need now is some lovely lights for evenings in garden ❤
Loving the garden space... I always see it as a extra room ... ur hard work has paid off ...well done x
Great job with the garden .Love your full head of hair Luke...you look great!!
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You have some wonderful plants. Can't wait to see the shed makeover💞
Luke, I bought my first home around the same time y'all did. And I swear we are having the same experience and issues lol. I can say it such a reward when a project gets completed.
You've been bitten by the gardening bug and will find yourself wanting MOAR plants. Please please look into shade gardens for under your conifer. It's such a rewarding type of gardening, creating a lush jewel where you wouldn't expect to be able to garden. I've just purchased a bunch of hosta and clivia to add to mine so I'm looking forward to beautifully variegated hosta leaves and bright orange clivia flowers in spring. It's winter here in New Zealand but I've still got loads of color and interest with a pink/purple variegated ajuga and a load of stripey spiderplants. In spring I'll pop in dozens of annual impatiens and have a riot of flowers all through to autumn. Please at least put in some impatiens under your conifer, guarantee you'll love the bright spot in the dark under the tree - especially with your black fence it would look stunning
Wow! A garden to be proud of …well done you two😀
Well done you guys, it is all looking so good! You will find if you do not put something to seperate the flower bed and the lawned area, that grass will encroach over time into the flower bed, and you will be forever haveing to pull it out. Might be an idea to get something put there, I liked the brick idea. Old terracotta roof tiles if you can find any will look good too! Anything really as long as it is good and sturdy and does the job of seperating between the two. Keep up the good work, you're doing well x
Well done, the garden looks so inviting. The choice of plants, the fire pit and chairs are lovely making a welcome spot to enjoy the warm summer months.
Your back yard is looking good enjoy
Beautiful garden makeover.
I got one similar to yours, but, I used the plant stand as the legs. Metal frame plant stand with round bottom and top is round with 3 metal bars between the 2 circles. That's how I raised my firepit.
Garden is looking fantastic the black fence looks ace… keep the mint contained in a pot it’s a thug if you want to plant it in the garden plant it in the pot without holes in the bottom…. Well done the pair of you x
keep the mint in a pot lovely as it spreads very quickly and easily x
Absolutely stunning! I love your beautiful garden!
What a transformation, well done your garden looks lovely xx
light grey slate or gravel instead of the white would have looked nice in contrast with the black fencing 😊
Wow! Garden looking really great Luke. Well done and hope we get some sunshine now!
Every leaf in our garden has been eaten this year, I have never seen as much damage in the 30 odd years we have lived here must be the weird weather we have had this year. Melton Mowbray is the home of Pork pies.
Your garden looks lovely. You've worked very hard. As for edging the borders i think using sleepers like the ones you have already would look great, continuing what you already have will look better than using something different if that makes sense. There will be no gardening for me this weekend. It's chucking it down in Norfolk but my pots are loving the rain . Have a great week. 🪻🌿
Lookin beautiful guys! Idk about England, but some home improvement stores rent equipment like wheelbarrows. If you're not replacing the shed soon, you could paint the front the same as the fencing to blend in and look new until then. Now you need some lanterns on the table for that nighttime ambience!