I am really enjoying this landscape series. My best dry shade shrub is Sweet Box (Sarcococca)! Dot a few pockets of them in that natural area for easy-peasy care. Luckily they have a fence so you can do so much more with plants than those of us who have deer but this series in the shade is helping me with ideas. Thanks Jim.
Enjoying the landscape series. Love love the soft cress mahonia. Got 3 this spring. They were looking great and starting to produce those sweet yellow flowers. Went to check on them this weekend...rabbits chewed them to the ground. :-(
This landscape is looking so good - beginning to cozy up with the garden areas wrapping around the seating area. Be sure to bring us back here for a look in a year, & two years, etc. Your plant choices & groupings are very artistic. LOVE seeing Griffin in the videos!
Sure could use that pile of empty pots! I think Griff likes this job of yours 😃 I've used the native "climbing hydrangea" in some damp, shady spots. It tends to be evergreen but might need more moisture than that rocky spot. Hard to find in the trade but roots super easy.
Can’t wait for part 6! I have a similar are like this and am in the process of taking some things that decided to grow where they wanted. I could also some plant ideas for some select screening spots!
I've really enjoyed this series--it's nice to see the blend of repetition and variety in action in the way you've designed this landscape. Looks lovely now and will be so lush and beautiful as the shrubs and other plants fill in. Thanks for taking us along. I'm curious if those hostas will have wet feet given the clay and the drainage coming under the wall. I was surprised you didn't amend that soil at all. They can handle that? I've had a few areas that were solid packed clay like that, and even though I broke it up the things I planted there haven't thrived. I think they still can't break through the clay or stay too wet when it rains.
Dang, no off switches on plants? Thanks for my chuckle of the day. Again, *really like how you have separated out the different areas to landscape in a day* : D
Enjoy these videos. When I get sad that I cannot grow most of the plants you show (do to being in zone 5) I will be thankful I do not have your red clay soil.soil to deal with Always like seeing the dogs too.
Griffin is enjoying being the boss I bet. I am grateful you explained how to use the pickaxe/mattock. My dad wasn't able to explain how he used his homemade heavy mattock (as a hoe/pickaxe) so efficiently, and now I should be able to use it in the future if I can remember your wisdom to let the tool do the work. Would a auger drill work for compact soil as well? It seems the clay is so heavy that the auger goes nowhere when I am planting bulbs.
Thanks for the tip on Night Light Chamaecyparis. I found the perfect size to plant in my gate pillars. I would like to prune them in a ball form. They are small and in a tree form now. When would be a good time to do this? 7b MS
You’re doing a great job softening up that large wall. Will you also add something to camouflage the odd way it’s ended by the steps? I feel like it should have been stepped down instead of that odd block sticking out.
I SO very much wish these titles began w 1, 2, 3, 4, etc.. On a mobile device it's super hard to know which is next. Doesn't load in order, isn't in the playlist in order --- I don't THINK. A small thing, I know. But, when you are adding these, MAYBE use their sequential # at BEGINNING of title??? Some of us watch on our phones. Thx v much, Jim & Stephany Putnam!!! Interesting series, OBVIOUSLY! Lol. My TH-cam feed has 5/6 queued up next instead of 4...grrr
Love your channel Jim. I just finished watching your video series on drip irrigation and I feel pretty confident that I will be able to install a system. I am in Zone 7a (Northern Virginia), I have clay soil that has not been amended except with a small layer of topsoil (just started paying attention to this) and I have several shrubs I have either recently or just planted, roughly two feet apart, and plan to fill in gaps with some combination of perennials and annuals in a half-sun or more space. What I’m trying to understand is, ballpark perspective, how long should I run the system at any one time and, roughly, how many times per week? I plan to run 1/4” tubing with emitters built in in a snake like pattern over a pretty level terrain. I realize I will have to make adjustments over time and as seasons change but I don’t want to overdo it from the start and either drown the plants or waste water. I recall you noting in one video that blueberry plants will need a lower frequency of watering than vegetables. Any rules of thumb or references you can point to would be great. Thanks!
In your yard, you have spent time amending the soil, so there is no need to add anything to the hole before planting. The soil next to the retaining wall looked awful. Did you add anything?
Jim, is the white agapanthus variety cold hardy? I don’t have a garage to store my white agapanthus so I was wondering if it’s ok to leave it in the ground and protect it with mulch. Mine are still flowering! I am in Maryland zone 7b. Thanks in advance.
what is your advice for planting things near trees? How do you dig/prep the soil? I have a heavily wooded lot and want to keep most of the trees, but want to add hydrangeas, etc.
I see all that clay material dig up but I didn’t see you amend the soil before planting . Is it not necessary to fill in the hole with better soil instead of the clay soil ?
Most of the soilhas been mulched a long time and it is in great shape. The spot at the bottom of the wall was the only bad part. I left the plants a little elevated so they don't drown. Be careful filling a clay hole with soil amendments. Easy way to drown plants
@@JimPutnam oh boy , I’ve been pulling chunks of clay out when digging a hole and refilling it with some compost soil because of the missing volume . What should I use to make up for the clay ? My clay is like molding clay , and it is dense and solid . There is no soil past 6 inches when I dig
I’m in the same growing zone as you. I’m in Lincoln County, NC. I plan on planting hedges this weekend. Is it too late? I was told that it would be fine.
Logged online just so I could comment on the outstanding plant choice of hosta and clematis for the lower wall. That will be perfect! However, not a fan of the cast iron plant up top.
These landscape rehab videos are fun to watch. I love plants and planting, even if I ‘m not the one doing the planting. Landscape is looking great!
Probably, the BEST VIDEO this ‘DUDE’ has EVER DONE….I’m out of words, Folks..If you haven’t put in this work..?
That bed with the camelias along the fence turned out fantastic!
At 5:22-ish? I LOVED the fun music you were planting to for a short while. Fabulous.
Enjoying the series. Looking beautiful already and you aren’t finished yet.
Would love to see a video of you talking about your native plants!
I am 5ft 2in tall, 63 years old, and the pickaxe is my best friend in my zone 7b garden in SE TN.
Love the landscape rehab series!
I am really enjoying this landscape series. My best dry shade shrub is Sweet Box (Sarcococca)! Dot a few pockets of them in that natural area for easy-peasy care. Luckily they have a fence so you can do so much more with plants than those of us who have deer but this series in the shade is helping me with ideas. Thanks Jim.
I'm really enjoying this step by step landscaping!
Looks great. I can't wait to see the finished work. Please show another video when the plants have reached maturity.
I am really enjoying this landscape segments. It’s looking good!
I really enjoy this series and the transformation of each garden room. Look forward to the next video. Thanks!
I love what you are doing and appreciate your explanation of both your plan and why you chose the plants you did. Thank you.
I just love seeing how you put together these amazing landscapes ! Thank you for sharing
Enjoying the landscape series. Love love the soft cress mahonia. Got 3 this spring. They were looking great and starting to produce those sweet yellow flowers. Went to check on them this weekend...rabbits chewed them to the ground. :-(
This landscape is looking so good - beginning to cozy up with the garden areas wrapping around the seating area. Be sure to bring us back here for a look in a year, & two years, etc. Your plant choices & groupings are very artistic. LOVE seeing Griffin in the videos!
Instructive, as always. Didn't know that's what the tags meant. Great info on the pick axe. Might not hurt myself now through improper mechanics.
Sure could use that pile of empty pots!
I think Griff likes this job of yours 😃
I've used the native "climbing hydrangea" in some damp, shady spots. It tends to be evergreen but might need more moisture than that rocky spot. Hard to find in the trade but roots super easy.
Boy Jim , when you are totally done with rehab - it will look fabulous 👍🏻. You work hard & have great ideas 😄
I like how your not fussy about planting❣️Just pop them in the ground and move on❣️ Cindy 9a
They aren't as fussy as we think!
I was thinking the same thing, no amendments what so ever in that pick-worthy hard clay : D
That music was perfect!
Happy to see Griffin doing so well. Love the job!
You are doing a great job with the landscaping! Very well thought out. It's all turning out beautifully! ☺
Just noticed the disc golf basket! How cool
Can’t wait for part 6! I have a similar are like this and am in the process of taking some things that decided to grow where they wanted. I could also some plant ideas for some select screening spots!
Another great video, thanks Jim. Entertaining music too lol.
I've really enjoyed this series--it's nice to see the blend of repetition and variety in action in the way you've designed this landscape. Looks lovely now and will be so lush and beautiful as the shrubs and other plants fill in. Thanks for taking us along.
I'm curious if those hostas will have wet feet given the clay and the drainage coming under the wall. I was surprised you didn't amend that soil at all. They can handle that? I've had a few areas that were solid packed clay like that, and even though I broke it up the things I planted there haven't thrived. I think they still can't break through the clay or stay too wet when it rains.
Great video! It was very informative and loved the music choice!
Loved the video, and the music was perfect
Dang, no off switches on plants? Thanks for my chuckle of the day. Again, *really like how you have separated out the different areas to landscape in a day* : D
Enjoy these videos. When I get sad that I cannot grow most of the plants you show (do to being in zone 5) I will be thankful I do not have your red clay soil.soil to deal with Always like seeing the dogs too.
Would love to see how you would install an irrigation system to that sloping back yard.
Looking good.
Griffin is enjoying being the boss I bet. I am grateful you explained how to use the pickaxe/mattock. My dad wasn't able to explain how he used his homemade heavy mattock (as a hoe/pickaxe) so efficiently, and now I should be able to use it in the future if I can remember your wisdom to let the tool do the work. Would a auger drill work for compact soil as well? It seems the clay is so heavy that the auger goes nowhere when I am planting bulbs.
Augers would work as well, but you need a very strong drill to turn them into clay
Beautiful!!
Love the repeat of plants to tie it together. Griffin seems to be a happy fella!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the tip on Night Light Chamaecyparis. I found the perfect size to plant in my gate pillars. I would like to prune them in a ball form. They are small and in a tree form now. When would be a good time to do this? 7b MS
You’re doing a great job softening up that large wall. Will you also add something to camouflage the odd way it’s ended by the steps? I feel like it should have been stepped down instead of that odd block sticking out.
What are the pink flowering bushes on top of the wall? Thanks for your informative videos Jim 7b MS
I SO very much wish these titles began w 1, 2, 3, 4, etc..
On a mobile device it's super hard to know which is next. Doesn't load in order, isn't in the playlist in order --- I don't THINK.
A small thing, I know. But, when you are adding these, MAYBE use their sequential # at BEGINNING of title??? Some of us watch on our phones.
Thx v much, Jim & Stephany Putnam!!!
Interesting series, OBVIOUSLY! Lol.
My TH-cam feed has 5/6 queued up next instead of 4...grrr
Love your channel Jim. I just finished watching your video series on drip irrigation and I feel pretty confident that I will be able to install a system. I am in Zone 7a (Northern Virginia), I have clay soil that has not been amended except with a small layer of topsoil (just started paying attention to this) and I have several shrubs I have either recently or just planted, roughly two feet apart, and plan to fill in gaps with some combination of perennials and annuals in a half-sun or more space. What I’m trying to understand is, ballpark perspective, how long should I run the system at any one time and, roughly, how many times per week? I plan to run 1/4” tubing with emitters built in in a snake like pattern over a pretty level terrain. I realize I will have to make adjustments over time and as seasons change but I don’t want to overdo it from the start and either drown the plants or waste water. I recall you noting in one video that blueberry plants will need a lower frequency of watering than vegetables. Any rules of thumb or references you can point to would be great. Thanks!
Bamboo? Oh good luck Jim.
In your yard, you have spent time amending the soil, so there is no need to add anything to the hole before planting. The soil next to the retaining wall looked awful. Did you add anything?
Jim, is the white agapanthus variety cold hardy? I don’t have a garage to store my white agapanthus so I was wondering if it’s ok to leave it in the ground and protect it with mulch. Mine are still flowering!
I am in Maryland zone 7b. Thanks in advance.
Hello! Are Parts 4-5-6 labeled something else? Can't seem to find them, I was very excited to see the finish project!!!
No, the plants are on my driveway. Hoping to do those projects next week
Did you amend the soil near the retaining wall where you planted the hostas, or did you just plant them in the hard clay soil?
what is your advice for planting things near trees? How do you dig/prep the soil? I have a heavily wooded lot and want to keep most of the trees, but want to add hydrangeas, etc.
I see all that clay material dig up but I didn’t see you amend the soil before planting . Is it not necessary to fill in the hole with better soil instead of the clay soil ?
Most of the soilhas been mulched a long time and it is in great shape. The spot at the bottom of the wall was the only bad part. I left the plants a little elevated so they don't drown. Be careful filling a clay hole with soil amendments. Easy way to drown plants
@@JimPutnam oh boy , I’ve been pulling chunks of clay out when digging a hole and refilling it with some compost soil because of the missing volume . What should I use to make up for the clay ? My clay is like molding clay , and it is dense and solid . There is no soil past 6 inches when I dig
I suspect Jim would say Pine bark soil amendments or Fine Pines.
I’m in the same growing zone as you. I’m in Lincoln County, NC. I plan on planting hedges this weekend. Is it too late? I was told that it would be fine.
It definitely fine
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Logged online just so I could comment on the outstanding plant choice of hosta and clematis for the lower wall. That will be perfect! However, not a fan of the cast iron plant up top.
Oh snap! thought those were going to be clematis?
Not enough sun for Clematis there
I do believe your soil just may be a touch worse then mine 🌺💚🙃
It can be. Most of this space has been mulched so long that it is in good shape.