New Vegetable Garden: How To Get Started

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  • It's time to get GROWING! But where do you even start?! Whether you're a seasoned gardener wanting to expand your growing area or a starting your very first vegetable garden, Ben has some top tips up his green sleeves for you that will help you get the most out of your budget and your space.
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  • @sherryskari1784
    @sherryskari1784 2 ปีที่แล้ว +520

    After living with just two 15 square foot vegetable beds for years, my husband said it was okay to make a 200 sq foot “flower” bed on the front lawn. It’s shaped like an irregular oval island to give it more curb appeal and I’ve planted fruit trees and vegetables between the flowers to keep up the curb appeal. Funny enough, most people can’t tell the difference between flowers and vegetable plants anyway.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      I bet it looks totally stunning Sherry - it certainly sounds it anyhow. :-)

    • @Legend0222
      @Legend0222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I never thought to put them together but have recently seen videos with people doing this and it looks amazing and is so economical, Thanks for these tips to help conserve space :)

    • @chrisandemmycoser3647
      @chrisandemmycoser3647 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That is awesome, Sherry!

    • @RandiBrenneman80
      @RandiBrenneman80 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Our front yard is what's south facing so I've just been slowly taking it over, each year claiming more and more grass. This year my husband has finally become a willing and enthusiastic participant as he can now see that it's way more beneficial than just a pretty grass space.

    • @ronaldhiser860
      @ronaldhiser860 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@RandiBrenneman80 I took over 90% of the yard because I hate mowing. Luckily my wife enjoys gardening with me, made for an easy persuasion.

  • @kimberlyhanley5905
    @kimberlyhanley5905 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    “Never mind growing your food in this, you can eat your food off it it’s so clean and lovely.” That cracked me up. This guy is a gem. Grateful to have found his channel.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Thanks Kimberly! So pleased you found the channel too. :-)

  • @Hangkw
    @Hangkw 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    I’m nine years old and I already started planted so many seeds 😊

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That's a really superb job - well done! :-)

  • @jpwall
    @jpwall 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    I was having a bad day. Landed here by accident. Feeling a lot better now. Thank you! 😊

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That's really lovely to read. Welcome to the channel! :-)

  • @clairemcconway6266
    @clairemcconway6266 2 ปีที่แล้ว +190

    I love how Rosie is so interested in all the gardening activities. Adorable

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      She’s a great companion in the garden for sure!

    • @awesomewelles9174
      @awesomewelles9174 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hee hee yes, so cute

    • @EuroKitty33
      @EuroKitty33 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      she really watches every move he makes!!!

    • @daleval2182
      @daleval2182 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      She's jumpy lol

    • @dw235
      @dw235 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@GrowVeg Requirements for this project: you'll need a raised bed, cardboard, a growing medium, some tools, plants and seeds... dog, optional *hehe*

  • @snazzyjosh7233
    @snazzyjosh7233 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Finally a video that gets straight to the point with helpful and important information to start a veggie garden.Thank you

  • @jakeobrien887
    @jakeobrien887 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    I don’t normally comment on TH-cam videos but you’re an absolute gem of a human! I’m moving into my own place soon and I’m going to start a garden and build a green house, your video has helped massively. I’m going to watch many of your videos to guide my growing journey, thank you!!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +14

      How lovely of you to say Jake. So pleased you enjoyed this video. Very happy gardening to you, and here’s to a truly bumper harvest in 2023.

    • @Bling874
      @Bling874 ปีที่แล้ว

      totally agree!

  • @smsfmastergardeners
    @smsfmastergardeners 2 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    After a 50+ year old concrete patio was removed in late 2019, homemade compost was added after breaking up the incredibly hard ground with a pickaxe, then planted fava beans as a compost crop. In 2021 added raised beds, more compost and now the area is growing an assortment of wonderful vegetables and flowers!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      What a great result - from concrete jungle to luscious jungle!

    • @joeslaughter-rw3nx
      @joeslaughter-rw3nx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Your enthusiasm is quite catching. Love that you suggest that if a person does not have one thing that they might use something else available. Yes,plan to extend the garden next year,with a little more planning.

  • @xxPenjoxx
    @xxPenjoxx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    With the cost of living right now, I started thinking about starting a vegetable garden. Thank you for explaining basic things so clearly

  • @Standbackforscience
    @Standbackforscience ปีที่แล้ว +8

    We don't have space to garden, so I'm here for the calming tranquility of these wonderful videos.

  • @CelticLady01
    @CelticLady01 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    After I move in April to our smaller farm and get settled in, I'll be getting my raised garden in.

  • @DerMelissa
    @DerMelissa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I started gardening around the same age because my mom started working full time so I guess I just stepped into her garden shoes. Best hobby ever🌱

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Isn't it Melissa!

  • @chrismcsween4480
    @chrismcsween4480 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    You inspired me! I’m now the proud owner of four raised beds (pallet collars - what a revelation!) It makes me feel so organised, I love it. Now I’m busy planning what to plant, next job is to zap the greenhouse and get sowing. Thanks for your enthusiasm, it’s contagious.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a joy to hear Chris. They do give a satisfying sense of order for sure.

  • @AmrithaSridharan_M
    @AmrithaSridharan_M ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are an amazing human! This world has hope. Thank you!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's so kind of you. Happy gardening!

  • @hungrywolf4454
    @hungrywolf4454 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I've should of done this year's ago in my garden. I can't wait to do this. I don't mind gardening. I do believe gardening can reduce stress. You live and learn at a age😊😊😊😊😊😊

  • @sweetseconds959
    @sweetseconds959 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a good size backyard in Florida. I want to start a food garden but I'm overwhelmed. Glad I stumbled upon your video.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So pleased you did. Don't be overwhelmed - just start small and go from there. :-)

  • @persephonenarcissus7690
    @persephonenarcissus7690 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Last year I got 3 small pop up raised beds and filled with bagged compost. Spent a fortune. This year I've made some simple no-dig, not-raised beds between my decking using just free cardboard, a 1000L bulk bag of manure and some woodchip between the beds. Cost the same and quadruple the growing area. Think its easy to make that mistake first time round but learned my lesson!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like you're onto a winner! Nice one. :-)

  • @nialewis7473
    @nialewis7473 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I am starting my first veg garden in container pots in a victorian terraced house's tiny paved backyard. I grew up with grandparents who had their own allotments and gardens full of fruit and veg and I loved helping on them as a child. For the last 20 years I have lived in flats and I am so excited to start growing my own fruit and veg finally!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Brilliant - it will be so lovely getting your hands into the dirt again! :-)

  • @sarahharvey2297
    @sarahharvey2297 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've recently got a little garden in Bali and I'm about to start. Feeling slightly overwhelmed with it all but will just take it one step at a time!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely, just take it slowly - there’s no hurry. 😀

  • @eytiamatrl4061
    @eytiamatrl4061 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I was intimidated to start growing a garden. Watching this made me feel much better and actually inspired me to start immediately. Instantly subscribed, thank you.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much for subscribing. Best of luck with your new garden - enjoy! :-)

  • @castelsposhcloset7166
    @castelsposhcloset7166 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    I love seeing your little assistant! 🐕🥰 I will try your tips and look into the vegetable bed plans. Thank you 🙏

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You're welcome - very best of luck with your plans for this year.

    • @sandyprince5236
      @sandyprince5236 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Do you have to wait for the cardboard to rot before you plant.

    • @broadblast3141
      @broadblast3141 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@sandyprince5236 No Sandy the cardboard will breakdown over time. Get planting Happy planting 😊

  • @Islandlife488
    @Islandlife488 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love seeing your pup she's so adorable. Dogs are the best gardening partner

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They so are Lindsey! :-)

    • @Islandlife488
      @Islandlife488 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrowVeg I live in a apartment but I have a decent size balcony I have tons of pots. my pug and chihuahua are always with me haha

  • @joreeves94
    @joreeves94 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This will be my first year veggie planting and I plan to make some raised planters, this has been really helpful to get me started, thankyou!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's wonderful to hear Jo. Hope it all goes well. :-)

  • @tesstess3371
    @tesstess3371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Oh the enthusiasm of Ben... teaching us the gardening tricks!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You're very welcome. It's a joy to share the gardening journey. :-)

  • @marye7798
    @marye7798 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Love your enthusiasm. Lots of good ideas. I’ll try compost and soil over cardboard directly on the ground. Thanks!

  • @Satscape
    @Satscape 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    A lot of the time, I just "couldn't be arsed", but your videos encourage me to get out in my considerably small garden, two raised beds and two trees, partly shaded, very small "full sun" area. It's a challenge! 😁

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Glad to have enthused you Scott - go forth and sow/plant!

    • @conniesemerad-schaefer9917
      @conniesemerad-schaefer9917 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lots of good food grows in shade.😊

  • @chestersarang806
    @chestersarang806 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I bought a 2,500m2 piece of land last Monday in Costarrican rainforest and words can not say how excited and eager I was about starting my food forest and veggie garden now I found your channel today and I can't wait till it's fenced so I can get it started!!! Your enthusiasm, energy and love is contagious and I'm a new subscriber!!! Thanks for sharing with all of us!!! 💗🌱

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So pleased to hear that Chester. Thanks for the sub and congratulation on your new piece of land!

  • @FiveLoavesTwoFish1
    @FiveLoavesTwoFish1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    This video is just in time - thank you so much, Ben. I have the planks of wood waiting to be made into 3 raised beds, and the seedlings to plant in them. I can't wait, I'm so excited!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      The expectation and promise! Very exciting indeed! Happy gardening.

  • @erinwanninger5772
    @erinwanninger5772 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Started my first seedlings inside, built a small little indoor greenhouse! Super excited and your videos are helping so much with the process! Thank you!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You're very welcome. Hope your seedlings are thriving. :-)

  • @jhamisoncarvalho2635
    @jhamisoncarvalho2635 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    The algorithm brought me here and this content is light, heartwarming and incredibly useful. I have such a rich soil and weather here in this particular region I live in Brazil and never thought about it's potential. Really grateful for this find 🙏

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      So pleased you are here! Happy Gardening!

  • @Doverling321
    @Doverling321 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Me and my partner recently moved from renting in to our own home and the previous owner was quite the green thumb. She left us two raised beds to utilize. We uprooted the current residents to make way for planting some vegetables and herbs. Thanks for the helpful advice, hopefully we will see a good first harvest this year! If not, there's always next time. Will take in to account of also planting some flowers to attract bees and the rest to help the veggies.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Great stuff Adam. Hope you grow something tasty to eat - I'm sure you will. :-)

  • @ibraheemahmad2219
    @ibraheemahmad2219 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is the best channel ever. I learned how to sow all my seeds from here. I hope to have a successful harvest on my 2nd of year growing, i will be digging instead of raised beds. Keep the effort going!!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so much Ibraheem. I hope you have a very successful growing season. :-)

  • @smellyelle8422
    @smellyelle8422 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Ah that's really sweet you starting your first veg patch at the age of 10. What a lovely story😊 This year I won't be molly codling my plants like I did last year. It seems my abandoned failures do much better when I just leave them to it😂 Thank you for your enthusiasm and advice Ben!🌱

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Haha - sometimes just leaving things be and not fussing over them is the best course of action Elle. Good luck with this year's plantings. :-)

  • @yixiuchan
    @yixiuchan ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Upon receiving my first order of beautiful heirloom seeds today, I realized how utterly clueless I was about where to even start planting them. Thank you for this wonderfully clear, encouraging, and edifying tutorial! I'm off to start my very first garden thanks to your guidance!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That’s wonderful to hear! Happy gardening! 😀

  • @lintommy1236
    @lintommy1236 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    After watching this , I really have to start - first step !!!
    Thank you Sir - 🙏🏻
    You are so amazing !

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      You can do it - so glad you were inspired!

  • @marthaschermann5562
    @marthaschermann5562 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I will be starting some raised beds for a kitchen garden. I had laid the plot last year but have decided to change it a bit. I will be fencing it in as my dog loves to dig and move plants around. She thinks she has a green paw but she is not very helpful. Cute but not helpful at all. I am also planning on putting in a wildflower meadow in the back portion of the yard as well as a dwarf conifer garden in front of the house. Lots of plans in the works but only if the weather will be a bit more cooperative. I am in St. Louis, Missouri, Zone 6b.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think I need to do the same for my dog, Rosie - she's a tad too enthusiastic with the digging! Love the idea of a wildflower meadow - that will be such a boon for the bees - top job!

  • @LindzandLife
    @LindzandLife 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Thank you so much for your videos. I found your channel a few weeks ago and I'm trying to start 2 small 2×3 raised beds. I've seedlings propergated and loving watching them grow ( and amazed I've not killed them ) It's meant to be our last hard frost tonight here in Ireland so fingers crossed I can get my beds made and ready tomorrow. I know it's slightly late but fingers crossed and I'm doing some later crops like Brussels winter leeks and broccoli. Happy gardening every one x

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wonderful to hear! I hope you got your beds made in time. Happy growing!

  • @demon-cv9hm
    @demon-cv9hm ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This video really made my day, i just see how much joy this men has in making and maintaining his garden! Thank you for this masterpiece of a video.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What a lovely comment. Thanks so much!

  • @lauram.511
    @lauram.511 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I so enjoyed your video. It was refreshing; you were joyful, simple materials, clear instructions & enjoyed Rosie (so cute)!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Laura. I hope you have a great gardening year. :-)

  • @mireillenadeau2348
    @mireillenadeau2348 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This has to be my fav gardening channel ❤Looking forward to the end of winter

  • @tobiaskilroy
    @tobiaskilroy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great timing! Just taking a break from the digging

  • @davidthescottishvegan
    @davidthescottishvegan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great video Ben. You have a lot of enthusiasm for gardening which is fantastic to see.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cheers David, you're a gent sir!

  • @maws8810
    @maws8810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You are incredibly encouraging and have all sorts of good tips... all delivered with your humble, chipper spirit. I love it! Thank you so much for making and posting these videos! ❤❤❤

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And thank you for watching. :-)

  • @Noniofseven
    @Noniofseven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Starting a large container garden on my deck… best way to deal with deer! So appreciate all your videos.. I am cautiously optimistic! 👍

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fingers crossed for you Nancy. :-)

    • @Noniofseven
      @Noniofseven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrowVeg peas, potatoes, carrots, onions, garlic - and lots of greens and flowers all doing well so far! 👍😊

  • @aruntrajj
    @aruntrajj 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good way to growing plant vegetables

  • @JairoHicks
    @JairoHicks 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are incredibly encouraging and have all sorts of good tips... all delivered with your humble, chipper spirit. I love it! Thank you so much for making and posting these videos!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's very kind of you to say. Happy gardening! :-)

  • @scootingscientist884
    @scootingscientist884 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Ben and the GrowVeg team. You did it again. I have five pallet collars too but had no idea on how to prepare a raised bed. This video is the perfect motivation and guide I needed.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yey! It’s great when we time our videos like that. So pleased it has helped you. Best of luck with your new pallet collar garden. 🌱🌼😁

  • @usables4028
    @usables4028 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Perfect timing! I made raised bed today but for flowers. Tomorrow I will be planting veggies but in long plastic planters because I dont have any palettes.
    How this cover is called? I need something to protect my flowers and veggies from the cats. For today I will just use some foil bags.

    • @cherylhowker1792
      @cherylhowker1792 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's fleece,like blanket...that's how I remember as it keeps them cosy
      Not sure where you get it but maybe Google it.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The cover I use is called horticultural fleece. Widely available. :-)

  • @livetwice7702
    @livetwice7702 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely fantastic , so clear and informative, I’m going to have a go

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s great to hear!

  • @RodaleRobinson
    @RodaleRobinson หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you this was brilliant! I loved every moment of the show will be watching many more from you!

  • @patriciacole9106
    @patriciacole9106 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just found your channel and I love it! You're so smart and helpful with your gardening tips.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Patricia - and a very warm welcome to you. :-)

  • @josephppopp7493
    @josephppopp7493 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video and presentation! Well done 👍 Great size for a my garden. Thank you so very much. God Bless 🙏

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers Joseph. :-)

  • @kaitymcclary8839
    @kaitymcclary8839 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’m actually really encouraged by this because I have been wanting to become a better gardener, and want to expand the space that I have. I appreciate how straight forward everything is. I also enjoyed your ‘compost’ video, and feel like it’s actually doable. Lots of exciting ideas for potential fall crops and next years veggies 😊

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much, it's really lovely to have you watching. Happy gardening! :-)

  • @cathyjamieson5298
    @cathyjamieson5298 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    High Ben I love your videos I see your doggy is watching what you are doing so intently !!!!! I miss my Springer spaniel. Bennie. He was 15 when he passed I have his ashes in my flower bed beside my cat sparkle he was 17 thief ashes will feed what I grow!!!😇😇😇 !!! My son made my beds out of crates iwe dug up most of our lawn in order to grow more veg !!!😇😇😇

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว

      I bet they were lovely companions in the garden. Great to hear you have turned over so much of your lawn to veggies!

  • @TheFutureForwardChannel
    @TheFutureForwardChannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I’m getting excited for the new growing season ahead of us!

  • @KatySimpsonLive
    @KatySimpsonLive ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you! Watching this for about the 5th time and just about to fill my new raised bed! Exciting

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great work - I hope it's all gone well. :)

  • @steph.thomas
    @steph.thomas 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    First time gardener! Thanks for the VERY helpful video. :)

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So pleased you've found this useful Steph. Thanks for watching. :-)

  • @alchemywellbeing7169
    @alchemywellbeing7169 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The publication Fruit and Veggies 101 has great guidance when it comes to vegetable gardening

    • @charlie.1001.
      @charlie.1001. ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😮😆 crazy seeing this comment, I’ve literally been recommending to friends and family. Real hidden gem it is

  • @valoriegriego5212
    @valoriegriego5212 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Howdy Ben and Rosie!🖐 Great tutorial on starting a new bed. I see Rosie was on job: breaking down sticks for compost, supervising your planting of the new crops and keeping you company.🙂 She's the cutest!😃
    I grow food in containers and one raised bed. This year I'm added 3 or 4 more totes to the 11 I grow in. I also use grow bags...had abot 15...adding about 15 more this year.👩🏾‍🌾

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That’s superb to hear that you are expanding your garden like that. Yes, Rosie is a great companion. She helps to break things down as you saw, and always is keen to lend a hand with the digging!

  • @turiaturiana7529
    @turiaturiana7529 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Thank you Ben for this video. Exactly what I needed. You explain it so well - very inspired! Love your whole channel!
    T.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks Turia, that's kind of you to say.

  • @timcouch2077
    @timcouch2077 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hope you feel better real soon there, girl.

  • @nicolestrufer7657
    @nicolestrufer7657 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’ve just moved into a new home with no gardens and am about to put in retaining walls that are terraced, I plan to fill that up with veggies. Loved you video, I got so much out of it, thank you. In Australia.

  • @markw5779
    @markw5779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Brilliant Ben! Their is nothing like growing your own vegetables and a simple way to achieve it is an awesome addition,I am in my third year of no dig now and am trying to figure out a way to make enough compost each year to top up my beds without buying in materials.👍

    • @tesstess3371
      @tesstess3371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Don't know where you are, but a combination of grass clippings, fallen leaves and food scraps makes great compost

    • @markw5779
      @markw5779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@tesstess3371 bless you ,I know , but stilll can’t make enough

    • @tesstess3371
      @tesstess3371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@markw5779 maybe get your neighbors leaves... or get coffee grounds from Starbucks....

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'm in the same boat Mark, and do end up buying some in. I hope to refine my composting game!

    • @tesstess3371
      @tesstess3371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@GrowVeg too bad we live in different continents, next year I will have a bumper crop of compost that we could trade... I know of neighbors collecting bagged leaves (we are supposed to bag our leaves in expensive compostable plastic bags).

  • @matthewp1992
    @matthewp1992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Recently bought a house with 2 large raised beds. So this will be my first attempt at growing a full veg garden. Your videos have been a huge help so far making me feel ready to start growing!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's great to hear - enjoy the whole process. You'll be hooked on veg gardening I'm sure.

  • @CremeBrulee543
    @CremeBrulee543 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is so helpful! And your pup is so cute

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks so much. :-)

  • @cherylhowker1792
    @cherylhowker1792 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Found your channel today.... And learning so new births that I didn't now.this garden thing is new to me. I'm gonna say now I'm autistic and struggle with understanding and being understood so I apologize now if anything is taken the wrong way,I really don't mean it.
    I moved to a bungalow last year,have been here 12 months and a week,but have had covid for that week lol
    Last year we spent alot of time trying to take care of the garden as it was from the previous chap that passed away the winter before, obviously in the 6months noone was here there was noone looking after it so all the bushes,and there's lots down the one side that goes to the road,they had gone made.i still have no idea what they are.but we are leaving them in. As I have a new support dog,well she's 9months old now, Labrador so large dog and don't want her jumping the fences.... As the other side Is about 2 ft lower.
    Anyways we (me,my mum and support worker Beth) this year have started to grow some bits. Sadly had to take the grape vine out as couldn't care for it it was huge and the dog was eating alot off it. But in its place I'm hoping to put 4 new rhubarb plants,all in pots or large tubs,as I physically can't bend due to my own disabilities too...so everything we are adding is in pots or growbags. I started with strawberry plants last year and 3 types of raspberry all in their own bags. And we did potatoes and carrots last year and I tried spring onion and lettuce. This year I have the strawberry and raspberries and I've added a cherry bush/tree and also have 2 blueberry plants to go in,just needed to get the right soil for them. And we have got some rhubarb as I said.... But one type came as stumps the other is growing. I put the stump things into a pot each that the raspberry came in last year and hoping that will give them a root system before I plant into the large tubs I have for them.
    We are also trying seeds, parsnips, cauliflower and broccoli, watermelon 🍉 and baby sweet watermelon, tomato 🍅 but have a type called red pear.
    The garden also has eating and cooking apple trees,been here years aswell as pear trees and what we think are cherry trees,they are big,not like the one I have brought that won't grow bigger then 6ft and is more of a bush. We didn't get anything on them last year as we had lovely blossom on both and then had a bad bad storm and blow the lot off.so never got any fruit.hope we do this year as my new one will take a year or 2 before it fruits.
    But the hope is as I'm enjoying it I will continue for years to come. Could live here another 60years depending how old I get lol.... But atleast another 30years.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What a beautiful garden it sounds like you have. It's such a joy to get your fingers in the dirt and get things growing! I've literally just sowed my tomato 'Red Pear' about an hour ago - so I'm in good company it seems. Very happy gardening to you! :-)

  • @DietingDizzy
    @DietingDizzy ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wanting to start growing my own veg and some fruit too but it's nearly autumn and I wouldn't have a clue where to begin! I love the idea of raised beds because the soil where I live is a bit heavy! I can see me binge watching your videos 😁

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Please so binge watch - hopefully there’s plenty of handy advice to discover. 😀

  • @nellie2m
    @nellie2m ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've gardened every year since 2014, and have already successfully provided a couple mini CSAs. Im excited for the next year but I always need to remind myself of the basics after months of inactivity.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's always worth reminding ourselves of the basics - me included!

  • @asiyamohamed3791
    @asiyamohamed3791 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm starting my very first garden, this was very helpful thank you.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So pleased. Thanks for watching. :-)

  • @bjorkalways
    @bjorkalways 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your dog Is adorable 🥰

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She's not too bad. :-)

  • @spir5102
    @spir5102 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yours is one of the best videos I've seen about how to start a new garden. Makes me want to get cracking! Thank you. Happy gardening.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And happy gardening to you. :-)

  • @Dragontrap_the_Leafwing
    @Dragontrap_the_Leafwing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your channel is just wonderful. I have learned an enormous amount of info to get my garden going. And for the first time, I feel like I can actually do it, because you’ve been so thorough in educating. Huge thanks and love to you!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's really great to hear Kelly - it's really encouraging to hear that others are helped along the way by these videos. Thanks for watching. :-)

  • @papabearweber1507
    @papabearweber1507 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I've gardened for many years now, but finally decided to do the whole raised bed thing. It's autumn here in NW Ohio and beds will be going in so they can sit over winter. Hoping for the best and thank you so much for the videos of your own wonderful gardens. They've really inspired me to give that extra effort.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So pleased you're getting those beds in - hope it all goes well for you. :-)

  • @user-in1ik6tx4h
    @user-in1ik6tx4h 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm probably being presumptuous, but we loved it as kids in the cattle shed ❤👍

  • @EleanorPeterson
    @EleanorPeterson ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Doggie's thinking, "Huh! All that digging and he hasn't found a single bone..." 🙂

  • @sarahgee8365
    @sarahgee8365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you for your practical enthusiasm and experience, Ben. It’s great to see what can be done in real gardens, with pests, shade, pets and weed potential.

  • @jaimeloya9489
    @jaimeloya9489 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lol that dog is so cute just standing @ being nosey

  • @alicemoller
    @alicemoller ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the informative video starting my veggie garden in spring.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope it grows well Alice. :-)

  • @10oliveoil
    @10oliveoil 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for such helpful information! I live in Maryland in the U.S. and you’ve got going the best videos for gardening tips.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much. It means a lot that you find this video helpful. :-)

  • @spir5102
    @spir5102 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've noticed that most gardeners have lots of tools for the job. Boards, netting, plants, pots, cells, potting soil, various tools, etc come etc. I'm sure most gardeners would love it if you could do a video on how you store all these things and keep them organized. I find my various tools and supplies overwhelming sometimes. You are so good at explaining that I know a video like that would be so helpful. Thank you.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the suggestion. I will certainly add this to our list of video topic ideas.

  • @reghesketh3346
    @reghesketh3346 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Well done!

  • @MoisesC-px2ss
    @MoisesC-px2ss หลายเดือนก่อน

    i've got this crazy idea of learning to grow my own vegetables and herbs in my backyard. i'm a 52 years old man, have a small paved yard and will appreciate tips on what vegetables are easier to start up with....

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Great idea! For me, as beginner crops I'd recommend herbs such as parsley, oregano and rosemary. Vegetables-wise, I'd suggest lettuce, salad onions, bush/dwarf beans, potatoes in tubs, beets/beetroots, and a few zucchini/courgettes if you have room.

  • @cherrieragan4377
    @cherrieragan4377 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love you! You inspire me! Got 4 raised bed, seeds started in a propagater and ordered a mini green 🏠

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like you’ve got off to a really productive start already Cherrie. Happy gardening!

  • @tinagardenvegeflow1095
    @tinagardenvegeflow1095 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I will start my first 6 rased beds in my yard. Your experiences are so good to follow with.

  • @allencurtis4111
    @allencurtis4111 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    New backyard, and our first garden. Thank you for you tips and good information

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very best of luck with your new garden - how exciting! :-)

    • @thegardenerschronicle
      @thegardenerschronicle 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have had a few gardens, but the joy spring brings each season is unparalleled. Good luck with yours!

  • @user-nz5ov5vq9f
    @user-nz5ov5vq9f ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really helpful video for a novice like me, who is itching to have a veg patch. Thank you 😊

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are very welcome. Thank you for watching :-)

    • @thegardenerschronicle
      @thegardenerschronicle 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good luck, time to start planning!

  • @michelledouglas8913
    @michelledouglas8913 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was a motivating video! I can’t wait til our ground thaws! Again, Rosie makes a fabulous appearance.

  • @meggiejohnstone
    @meggiejohnstone ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you SO much for this video! My little boy and I are trying to learn as much as possible in order to convert our barely-used, weed-filled "garden" over the road into our very own allotment next spring. I literally know nothing, so this is perfect for a complete beginner like myself. We look forward to learning even more :) Best wishes from me and a very excited wee Bill up here in Scotland.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s great to hear - what a superb project! 🌱

    • @annak804
      @annak804 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope things went well. Did you try bush beans? Or cucumber? Those are my son's favorite other than the wild berries and potatoes.

  • @sundusqureshi6655
    @sundusqureshi6655 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is gold... on point helpful and just what i needed

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  ปีที่แล้ว

      Brill! :-)

  • @malachitobias8880
    @malachitobias8880 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Starting my first veg garden from scratch, and your video was the first one I watched. Thank you, I really enjoyed it, I never thought I would be excited about growing vegetables, but I am.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So pleased to hear that! :-)

  • @nataly3492
    @nataly3492 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love your videos Ben! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. 🙂

  • @birdsaloud7590
    @birdsaloud7590 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am beginner! Thank you!

  • @santanapage5044
    @santanapage5044 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can't wait to start my garden!!

  • @someonecallsmeauggie
    @someonecallsmeauggie 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It was so satisfying watching you Handle the dirt with your hands. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I want to have a vegetable garden of my own one day with my family

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I hope you get to enjoy a vegetable garden soon. :-)

  • @joannaaldave5940
    @joannaaldave5940 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    First time gardener from Maryland, USA. Thank you for these wonderfully made tutorials. I have been inspired to start some seeds indoors and create 2 garden beds. I appreciate your time and effort in helping novice gardeners get a positive start to a successful experience. Thanks Ben!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is really great to hear. Very best of luck with your new beds, I am sure they will be a success.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very best of luck with your new beds. I am sure they will be a great success.

  • @AnetteWold
    @AnetteWold 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am so happy to have found your channel. You have great tips, and explain things in a simple and understandable way. I really love that you find solutions that are cheaper and more enivromental friendly. You are a great teacher. And I love your dog! He/she is soo cute.

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Anette, that's very much appreciated. :-)

  • @alexandrabillett6451
    @alexandrabillett6451 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've recently found your channel, and can't wait to get my hands in my mum's garden to try it on my own! I don't have my own garden space I'm afraid, but one day I will, I'm sure of it. Thanks for sharing all these tips in such a fuss-free way, working WITH nature instead of against it. :)

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm sure your mum will be only too happy to share her garden with you. :-)

  • @pastorpfp1
    @pastorpfp1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you!

  • @juliekraft4102
    @juliekraft4102 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Looks just wonderful and gives us hope & joy.🥰

  • @shluffywho6119
    @shluffywho6119 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've just moved into my first house that has a backyard. I used to grow all my veg in pots on my patio. Hubby and me have just cleared all the weeds away and levelled the land to put in vege beds. We've got pallets exactly like what you're using. I've been feeling a little apprehensive about putting the beds down wondering if I'll be any good at vege gardening on a bigger scale like this. I'm excited but a bit nervous too. This video couldn't have come at a better time. What a weird coincidence!

    • @GrowVeg
      @GrowVeg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's really great to hear. Sometimes getting started can be overcomplicated, but hopefully you're empowered by this and make a great start - I'm sure you will. :-)