Being raised in the UK and having spent the past forty years in the US, I can honestly say I miss English gardens and countryside. I find gardening quite challenging in Florida due to the weather. I’ll be back in the UK next month, so I’ll hopefully get my fill. Visiting the Chelsea flower show is still on my bucket list.
I can imagine that Florida is tough. Plus you have to keep your eyes peeled for things that can hurt you (snakes, etc.). I bet you are excited to go home. There is nothing more beautiful than the English country side. That's for sure. Chelsea flower show is on my bucket list too.
This is very good advice. I was a garden designer but now I have a big garden of my own to look after and I spend more time on my other hobby, painting. These same principles apply to art, keeping the palette minimal and repetition create more harmony and wow factor. I live in England where we have a wealth of stunning gardens so I’m very fortunate.
@@1Thedairy Thank you. You are lucky to be painting in England. Such an incredibly beautiful country. I just love it. Thanks for sharing your experience with art too.
Thank you so much for spending the time making this video. I will watch it again, taking in more each time. Every time I watch your videos, I feel like I learn something new
I started with a few potted roses and herbs at a rented home, then a 200 sq ft yard mostly covered with a deck, and am now trying to tame about a third of an acre (with the dregs of construction debris on 30%, lots of rocks, and clay soil), and though in live in Southern California, at every step I've been inspired by English Gardens. While sweeping Capability Brown landscapes and the full blown Sissinghurst experience are out of reach for most of us, scaling down the look and working with what you have can still provide a place for beauty. I am obsessed with urns and trellises, but have collected free used bricks and river cobbles for future hardscape, and incorporated the bougainvillea and native oaks here into my design plans. A White Garden can even be a few containers in a shady corner. I've always enjoyed your videos; you have a true gardener's spirit, and an excellent eye. The extra level of analysis is so helpful; we can all benefit from the knowledge these garden giants refined over their lifetimes. Great job!
Yes...there are many aspects of the gardens that I incorporated when I got home. My pollinator garden is a very humble attempt at wild gardening and I am still trying to work out "garden rooms". Thanks for your note.
I visited Sissinghurst three days ago and I can’t tell you how blown away I was by the design and planting. When I walked into the walled garden the scent of the roses and all the other plants hit me, it was incredible. The colours of the plants were amazing. I live in a cottage which dates back to around 1750 and have a beautiful cottage garden but I’ve never seen a garden to compare to sissinghurst. I think the best time to visit is June. Nearby is Penshurst Place which is the most romantic castle and beautiful grounds well worth a visit too if you’re in the area.
How wonderful to hear your description of your visit to Sissinghurst. It was truly one of the most beautiful gardens I have seen. The other one that I found incredible was Hidcote and Kiftgate Manor. But there is something about Sissinghurst that is just remarkable. Such a special place.
What a fabulous video to watch on a Sunday morning. Thank you. I have a teeny tiny urban garden/backyard with both perennials and annuals. I'm on year 3 of designing it and it's not done--probably never will be. Thanks for this inspiration!
Thanks so much. I know exactly how you feel when you say that you feel like your garden will never be done. I think that's one of the best parts of gardening, don't you? It's such a fun way to spend our time. Thanks for watching.
How very blessed, Sue to see these wonderful gardens. Most of us will only ever see them in photos. You have a lovely garden. I avoid trends too, but I find I do that in all aspects of my life. I plant what I love and arrange things in a way that’s pleasing to me.
Hi Peggy and thank you. I am with you on avoiding trends. I love gardens that are reflections of people's personalities. Every garden is so different. I love that!
Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I love the idea of “chaos within structure” in a garden, and these two design concepts combined are just gorgeous. Thank you.
Really enjoy your videos. I’m obsessed with English gardens mainly because of watching Gardeners World. Your garden has inspired me to add some silver foliage to my shade area. I love your takeaway from Sissinghurst. My style of gardening leans toward a cottage garden on a small lot.
Another lovely reflection on gardening spaces from you Sue. This content feeds my soul. I do not get inspired by the latest plant to buy. When I tour local oregon gardens that have been lovingly nurtured for years, it feels spiritual. England must be magnificent in that regard. Thanks for sharing. As always, Your channel is a breath of fresh air. 💞
Visiting some UK gardens - something I’d love to do. I’ve incorporated the idea of garden rooms in my little half acre lot, with a woodland area, a fenced backyard area and in the front yard my new rose garden. Well, the rose garden is in its second year and I’m still creating it. These things take a while to evolve. 😉 Love Robinson’s gardens but they feel so sweeping and large - and they are - but not sure how well that would translate to my much smaller spaces. My woodland garden would be a good area to think on this. Not sure my homeowners association would go along with the concept. I love your channel Sue. Thank you.
Thanks so much Diana. How nice that you have a woodland area. Your garden sounds wonderful. I know what you mean about Robinson's style....I did a MUCH MORE HUMBLE interpretation in my new pollinator garden. That is where I got the inspiration for the crazy colors I picked. As for HOA..bah humbug! ha ha
Hello Diana and Sue. I remember many years ago now visiting sissinghurst with RHS Wisley students a really inspiring garden with its white theme. After finishing my apprenticeship I love incorporating the white theme into new gardens as the light levels drop in the evening the white shouts out . Wishing you the very best. Nicola
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I totally agree! Having visited many English gardens myself I have tried to replicate the same in my own garden. Even small gardens at B&Bs are designed in the same way and are just lovely! Thanks for the beautiful visit!
Thank you. Such a great point about small gardens at B&Bs. I think having a garden makes a huge difference to the character of a space and makes it special.
Your gardening style has influenced my own, as I love garden rooms and find them so helpful, even on my own .6 acre garden. I am heading off to Sissinghurst next week, so this was a timely video!! ❤❤
Thanks for watching. I know what you mean about garden rooms being a bit more challenging for smaller gardens. I've seen gardens that use small scale landscape trees and shrub under plantings to great effect for dividing up a smaller space. I appreciate you being here.
@@GardenMoxielol, and I have the space and it’s too much canvas with too many utility obstacles. And then to have to fence the wildlife out-it’s a lot to figure out. And yes, scale is important to the size of the house and yard.
A garden for me is like art (or classical music) - it is not about the signs/captions (or the program notes), you look around (or listen), something that truly speaks to you is what you take away. For me, the High Line is what kickstarted my own journey. This idea of the new natural - the design of truly resilient wildlife friendly 4 season space inspired me to garden -- but to do so in my own way…. and to truly embrace change and evolution…
Sue, this was fantastic. I was totally enamored with these beautiful gardens you shared with us. You are a wonderful story teller! Thank you for sharing.
My garden was also inspired by my trips to England. One thing I connected to was the sense of place they exuded. I think this is something that only comes with time. Most of us move around every few years so it’s an aspect that’s hard to create.
That is such an excellent point. It does take a garden time to develop. You are right about exuding a sense of place. That is a great way to describe how the gardens make you feel when you walk through them. Well said.
What a wonderful video! I’m headed to England myself in a month and wonder if you might share how you visited these gardens? Meaning did you do a tour, or did you rent a car? My friend and I are not renting a car and are finding it a bit difficult to figure out transport to these various Gardens. I appreciate any information regarding transportation. Thanks again for sharing your take on these two stunning gardens and what we can learn from them.
My husband and I rented a car too. He loves driving on the left side of the road. If it were up to me...we would be in trouble...ha ha. It is a good idea to visit the websites for each garden you are going to visit. They typically tell you all sorts of great information and most gardens allow you to purchase tickets ahead of time. I hope you have a wonderful trip.
Thanks so much. I think it is so interesting how each garden is so different, but they are both so incredibly beautiful and inspiring. Gardening is the best!
I think. both concerns are being embraced everywhere. The idea of garden rooms has resonated with me - esp in terms of the different environments a lot of us have in our gardens. And rewinding is getting quite popular. I still think one should not assume that such gardens do not need maintenance, because managing them is not as easy at it seems.
You are right about the need to manage a more natural garden. It is easy to let things get out of hand, isn't it? It does require work for sure. Thanks for watching.
Another great video Sue, I think you probably have guessed Sissinghurst is my favourite. Garden rooms are something of the norm for us because we garden with lots of hedges and hedgerows but I do envy the big open spaces you have in the US. My favourite garden designer is Piet Oudolf, he designed a fabulous garden at Scampston Hall. If you ever do return to the UK Great Dixter and Hever castle are definitely worth a visit.
Thank you. I can understand why you love Sissinghurst. I was like a kid in a candy shop there. I never saw such a beautiful garden until that point in my life. Such a blessing to be able to visit. I am going to add Hever Castle to my list. I have wanted to visit Great Dixter for years. It looks like another amazing UK garden. We have a newly created Piet Oudolf garden on Belle Isle in Detroit that is quite something to see. His planting schemes remind me of something Robinson would appreciate. Thanks for watching the video.
Love your comments about authenticity in the garden...each of us has our own ideas of how our own garden should be and we should be brave in our own spaces. A couple of other very beautiful English gardens are Levens Hall in Cumbria and Wollerton Old Hall in Shropshire. I am sure you will find videos of both on you tube. Its so lovely that people across the globe can see these gardens without having to travel, which of course may not be possible for all. Thanks to all those who share their views and thoughts ❤
Hello my friend , i love English gardens, i have only followed and watched videos on TH-cam, i hope i can make a trip to uk someday. Your garden looks beautiful, I like the style . Is always interesting watching your videos , following from Ohio
@@GardenMoxie you’re welcome. I agree ok the freezing part , i think we are done . I have started planting my vegetables in the garden . I think we are in the safe side now . I don’t about your are , but we have had a lot of rain lately.
@@GardenMoxieExactly! We had 2” yesterday in SCent. WI and more big rain today but not looking forward to severe storms later. We have been in severe drought all last year and had only 3-1/2” all summer. Mowed lawn once. I hear this gardening for nature and I’m sitting in the middle of oaks and cedars and all the wildlife would mow down anything without fencing. It’s a battle for this gardener. Watering is the other issue.
One thing I enjoy more than I would have expected, is limiting myself to only native plants. I'm a huge fan of the formal gardens, and love seeing the gardens that have matured over a century or more. Trying to accomplish something similar but only using native plants that help our ecosystem..... well, that's next-level kinds of fun! For example, a solid boxwood hedge looks absolutely perfect as the backdrop to a more "naturalistic" bed full of Echinacea and other wildflowers, but boxwoods aren't native to my area. Imagine my joy when I discovered that Ilex vomitoria (Yaupon Holly) has a variety with very small leaves similar to Buxus microphyla and can be trimmed to a hedge fitting for any English garden!?! I'm sure you can guess what my next step is going to be!
Thanks so much for sharing your native plant approach. I am very interested to learn more about the ilex vomitoria. As you know, boxwood is starting to have serious issues. I have too much of it planted in my garden. I started adding natives last season and started a little native woodland border in my back garden. I can understand why you think its fun. It really is. Thanks for your note.
@@GardenMoxie Ilex vomitoria is a diocecous evergreen and chock full of bright red berries in the wintertime if you make sure to select a female plant. Plus, it's America's only caffeine-producing plant. The tea made from the Yaupon leaves looks and tastes like what you'd buy at the store, but it's right out your back door instead. How fun is that! It's a plant that's fairly popular in the horticultural trade, so you might be able to source some locally. It can form thickets and sucker up from the roots, so be cautious about introducing a non-native plant to your area. You might only be able to get the male plants so there's no chance of seeds escaping into the ecosystem, but the loss of the red berries would be a small price to pay for preserving the native landscape.
I seen a pink columbine and I had a surprise showing of the same this year in the middle of a wild bunch. Oh yes, the hardscaping. It’s what really makes a great landscape and I don’t have any. I have fenced in play areas to keep out the herds of wildlife. I’m trying to pick up ideas of what to do next with a front yard project. It’s really difficult. I have all the utilities Everywhere-fiber optic, gas line, electric, electric to septic and well, electric meter, A/C unit, need to stay away from the house because of snow from roof, no trees near fairly close drain field. It’s almost impossible to figure out when your ideas love formal and your area says eclectic and no hardscaping to guide plantings. The only thing I’ve settled on was moving two Very heavy statues with an arborvitae backdrop that needs to grow in and 3 lovely redbuds that are small but so pretty-the flame thrower has a burst of unique leaves as tiny as they are right now. Haven’t decided on fencing yet, need some stone for sitting area and a low retaining wall. Waiting for tulips and irises to finish doing their thing so I can move them out of sitting area. Need an arched gate and it’s difficult to figure where it should be, but the safer area is to stay well away from utilities. I’ve successfully propagated some boxwoods and maybe will use to disguise fencing. I seen a large doe and rabbits ate the tips off tuff yucca leaves and within hours coneflower that I just planted in an unprotected area. Sigh.
I have been to neither of the two wonderful gardens, perhaps I will one day. I am very grateful to you for showing them from your point of view, thank you! PS. Why were they so empty? You must have filmed them at 6am, probably after a bomb scare ;-)
Thank you. We arrived at Sissinghurst later in the afternoon and it had been raining all day. We were so lucky because it is typically packed. Gravetye Manor is now a hotel so you have access to the grounds if you stay there. It was absolutely unbelievable. I felt like I was in a time machine. It was the most inspiring place I have seen.
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As a Englishman this breaks my heart to see these beautiful old buildings just left there to rot away like this but this is American history that has o be preserved immediately aren't there any historic building trusts that can save this town or will it be demolished for new apartments ??
You share my feelings exactly! The Henry Ford Estate Fairlane is actually undergoing extensive renovations on the interior of the home. It has been closed to the public for ~10 years. I don't mean to generalize and paint everything with a broad brush, but it seems here in the states that gardens are not always managed like the UK does with the National Trust properties. I agree that it is a shame. Heaven knows we don't need any corner strip malls and black top parking lots. I was researching a historic gardener that lived in Alma, Michigan. Her home is still there and is now a funeral home. Her garden was made into a parking lot. Such a shame indeed.
@@GardenMoxie It is, I try and visit gardens every weekend and there seems to be an endless list. I really want to visit Longwood gardens in Pennsylvania. You have a lovely Garden too. Subbed 😁
I definitely prefer a more natural garden. I don't get nearly as much enjoyment out of straight pathways and regimented plantings. What's odd is that achieving that 'designed by Mother Nature' look is surprisingly difficult!
I felt the love in this video, but i still feel there were still some aspects missing. I would love to talk to you, about what this could entail, also how i may be able to help.
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Being raised in the UK and having spent the past forty years in the US, I can honestly say I miss English gardens and countryside. I find gardening quite challenging in Florida due to the weather. I’ll be back in the UK next month, so I’ll hopefully get my fill. Visiting the Chelsea flower show is still on my bucket list.
I can imagine that Florida is tough. Plus you have to keep your eyes peeled for things that can hurt you (snakes, etc.). I bet you are excited to go home. There is nothing more beautiful than the English country side. That's for sure. Chelsea flower show is on my bucket list too.
Maybe you to do video from time when you visit the Chelsea flowers show ? Florida
@@zlatamontgomery1593 I've never attended the Chelsea Flower show, but that sounds like a great idea.
This is very good advice. I was a garden designer but now I have a big garden of my own to look after and I spend more time on my other hobby, painting. These same principles apply to art, keeping the palette minimal and repetition create more harmony and wow factor. I live in England where we have a wealth of stunning gardens so I’m very fortunate.
@@1Thedairy Thank you. You are lucky to be painting in England. Such an incredibly beautiful country. I just love it. Thanks for sharing your experience with art too.
Thank you so much for spending the time making this video. I will watch it again, taking in more each time. Every time I watch your videos, I feel like I learn something new
Thanks so much Melissa. I appreciate you taking the time to watch the video and I'm glad you liked it.
I started with a few potted roses and herbs at a rented home, then a 200 sq ft yard mostly covered with a deck, and am now trying to tame about a third of an acre (with the dregs of construction debris on 30%, lots of rocks, and clay soil), and though in live in Southern California, at every step I've been inspired by English Gardens. While sweeping Capability Brown landscapes and the full blown Sissinghurst experience are out of reach for most of us, scaling down the look and working with what you have can still provide a place for beauty. I am obsessed with urns and trellises, but have collected free used bricks and river cobbles for future hardscape, and incorporated the bougainvillea and native oaks here into my design plans. A White Garden can even be a few containers in a shady corner. I've always enjoyed your videos; you have a true gardener's spirit, and an excellent eye. The extra level of analysis is so helpful; we can all benefit from the knowledge these garden giants refined over their lifetimes. Great job!
Thanks so much for your kind note. I am glad to hear you liked the video. I appreciate you being here.
I can really see the influence of these gardens in your garden. I agree also on not following trends, gardening I find is deeply personal.
Yes...there are many aspects of the gardens that I incorporated when I got home. My pollinator garden is a very humble attempt at wild gardening and I am still trying to work out "garden rooms". Thanks for your note.
I visited Sissinghurst three days ago and I can’t tell you how blown away I was by the design and planting. When I walked into the walled garden the scent of the roses and all the other plants hit me, it was incredible. The colours of the plants were amazing. I live in a cottage which dates back to around 1750 and have a beautiful cottage garden but I’ve never seen a garden to compare to sissinghurst. I think the best time to visit is June. Nearby is Penshurst Place which is the most romantic castle and beautiful grounds well worth a visit too if you’re in the area.
How wonderful to hear your description of your visit to Sissinghurst. It was truly one of the most beautiful gardens I have seen. The other one that I found incredible was Hidcote and Kiftgate Manor. But there is something about Sissinghurst that is just remarkable. Such a special place.
What a fabulous video to watch on a Sunday morning. Thank you. I have a teeny tiny urban garden/backyard with both perennials and annuals. I'm on year 3 of designing it and it's not done--probably never will be. Thanks for this inspiration!
Thanks so much. I know exactly how you feel when you say that you feel like your garden will never be done. I think that's one of the best parts of gardening, don't you? It's such a fun way to spend our time. Thanks for watching.
How very blessed, Sue to see these wonderful gardens. Most of us will only ever see them in photos. You have a lovely garden. I avoid trends too, but I find I do that in all aspects of my life. I plant what I love and arrange things in a way that’s pleasing to me.
Hi Peggy and thank you. I am with you on avoiding trends. I love gardens that are reflections of people's personalities. Every garden is so different. I love that!
You sound like a wise woman!
Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I love the idea of “chaos within structure” in a garden, and these two design concepts combined are just gorgeous. Thank you.
Thank you and thanks for your kind note. I am glad to hear you liked the video.
Really enjoy your videos. I’m obsessed with English gardens mainly because of watching Gardeners World.
Your garden has inspired me to add some silver foliage to my shade area. I love your takeaway from Sissinghurst.
My style of gardening leans toward a cottage garden on a small lot.
Hello and thanks for your note. I love that silver foliage. Cottage gardens are so romantic. I love that gardening style too.
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Another thoughtful and thought provoking video. Loved it.
Thank you. I am glad to hear you liked it. Thanks for the note.
Another lovely reflection on gardening spaces from you Sue. This content feeds my soul. I do not get inspired by the latest plant to buy. When I tour local oregon gardens that have been lovingly nurtured for years, it feels spiritual. England must be magnificent in that regard. Thanks for sharing. As always, Your channel is a breath of fresh air. 💞
Hi Shelley. Thank you for your words of encouragement. I appreciate you being here. I am glad to hear you liked the video.
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This video in and of itself is a work of art
Ahh...thanks so much. I am glad you liked the video.
Very beautiful garden design.
Thanks so much!
Thank you for designing yet another thoughtfully composed video. You teach me and you inspire me!
Thanks so much for your kind note. I appreciate you being here.
Visiting some UK gardens - something I’d love to do. I’ve incorporated the idea of garden rooms in my little half acre lot, with a woodland area, a fenced backyard area and in the front yard my new rose garden. Well, the rose garden is in its second year and I’m still creating it. These things take a while to evolve. 😉 Love Robinson’s gardens but they feel so sweeping and large - and they are - but not sure how well that would translate to my much smaller spaces. My woodland garden would be a good area to think on this. Not sure my homeowners association would go along with the concept. I love your channel Sue. Thank you.
Thanks so much Diana. How nice that you have a woodland area. Your garden sounds wonderful. I know what you mean about Robinson's style....I did a MUCH MORE HUMBLE interpretation in my new pollinator garden. That is where I got the inspiration for the crazy colors I picked. As for HOA..bah humbug! ha ha
Hello Diana and Sue. I remember many years ago now visiting sissinghurst with RHS Wisley students a really inspiring garden with its white theme. After finishing my apprenticeship I love incorporating the white theme into new gardens as the light levels drop in the evening the white shouts out . Wishing you the very best. Nicola
@@NicolaBrown-wo2bq Thanks for sharing that. I am doing the same in my garden too. I love white flowers in a shady garden especially.
@@NicolaBrown-wo2bqyes, I am also gravitating to more white to give the eyes a break and it does brighten.
I absolutely love this video. Please do more videos about your borders and exactly how they change through the seasons
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I totally agree! Having visited many English gardens myself I have tried to replicate the same in my own garden. Even small gardens at B&Bs are designed in the same way and are just lovely! Thanks for the beautiful visit!
Thank you. Such a great point about small gardens at B&Bs. I think having a garden makes a huge difference to the character of a space and makes it special.
Your gardening style has influenced my own, as I love garden rooms and find them so helpful, even on my own .6 acre garden. I am heading off to Sissinghurst next week, so this was a timely video!! ❤❤
Thank you. You lucky gardener! You are going to love your visit. Safe travels friend!
Beautiful narrated video and truly matches the scenes portrayed.
Thank you so much 😀
Your garden is beautiful, and I loved the tour of these other gardens too!
Thanks so much. I am glad to hear you liked the video.
Hi, You are always so thoughtful and philosophical ! Keep up the great work! Best, Albert, SF, CA
Thanks Albert. I appreciate your words of encouragement. Thanks for watching.
I love the way you care for the land
Thank you. Gardening is the best, isn't it?
Loved the video! It’s a little tricky figuring out how to create garden rooms in a small yard, but I really like the idea!
Thanks for watching. I know what you mean about garden rooms being a bit more challenging for smaller gardens. I've seen gardens that use small scale landscape trees and shrub under plantings to great effect for dividing up a smaller space. I appreciate you being here.
@@GardenMoxielol, and I have the space and it’s too much canvas with too many utility obstacles. And then to have to fence the wildlife out-it’s a lot to figure out. And yes, scale is important to the size of the house and yard.
@@dustyflats3832 Fencing is hard. I hear you!
Thank you. Lovely thoughts and inspiration!
Thank you so much!
A garden for me is like art (or classical music) - it is not about the signs/captions (or the program notes), you look around (or listen), something that truly speaks to you is what you take away. For me, the High Line is what kickstarted my own journey. This idea of the new natural - the design of truly resilient wildlife friendly 4 season space inspired me to garden -- but to do so in my own way…. and to truly embrace change and evolution…
I love the comparison to music. That is so true. Piet Oudolf's gardens are truly inspiring. Thanks for your note.
Sue, this was fantastic. I was totally enamored with these beautiful gardens you shared with us. You are a wonderful story teller! Thank you for sharing.
Thanks so much for your kind note Steph. I really appreciate you taking the time to watch the video. Thanks friend!
Another beautiful video!
Thanks friend! I appreciate you being here.
My garden was also inspired by my trips to England. One thing I connected to was the sense of place they exuded. I think this is something that only comes with time. Most of us move around every few years so it’s an aspect that’s hard to create.
That is such an excellent point. It does take a garden time to develop. You are right about exuding a sense of place. That is a great way to describe how the gardens make you feel when you walk through them. Well said.
This was so inspiring Sue as I get ready to put together my video sharing the beautiful gardens I just saw in France. 🤓💚😊
Thanks Cheri. I am looking forward to watching your videos from France.
What a wonderful video! I’m headed to England myself in a month and wonder if you might share how you visited these gardens? Meaning did you do a tour, or did you rent a car? My friend and I are not renting a car and are finding it a bit difficult to figure out transport to these various Gardens. I appreciate any information regarding transportation. Thanks again for sharing your take on these two stunning gardens and what we can learn from them.
My husband and I rented a car too. He loves driving on the left side of the road. If it were up to me...we would be in trouble...ha ha. It is a good idea to visit the websites for each garden you are going to visit. They typically tell you all sorts of great information and most gardens allow you to purchase tickets ahead of time. I hope you have a wonderful trip.
Beautiful video Sue. Gorgeous inspiring footage and your garden is equally as stunning.
Hi Jo and thanks so much for watching the video.
I absolutely love both philosophies. Thank you so much for sharing.😊
Thanks so much. I think it is so interesting how each garden is so different, but they are both so incredibly beautiful and inspiring. Gardening is the best!
I so agree. 😊
I think. both concerns are being embraced everywhere. The idea of garden rooms has resonated with me - esp in terms of the different environments a lot of us have in our gardens. And rewinding is getting quite popular. I still think one should not assume that such gardens do not need maintenance, because managing them is not as easy at it seems.
You are right about the need to manage a more natural garden. It is easy to let things get out of hand, isn't it? It does require work for sure. Thanks for watching.
This video is 100% unintentional ASMR ✨you have such a soothing and relaxing voice 😌
Ha...thanks. It is most definitely unintentional. Plus, I can't stand the sound of my own voice 😂.
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Another great video Sue, I think you probably have guessed Sissinghurst is my favourite. Garden rooms are something of the norm for us because we garden with lots of hedges and hedgerows but I do envy the big open spaces you have in the US. My favourite garden designer is Piet Oudolf, he designed a fabulous garden at Scampston Hall. If you ever do return to the UK Great Dixter and Hever castle are definitely worth a visit.
Thank you. I can understand why you love Sissinghurst. I was like a kid in a candy shop there. I never saw such a beautiful garden until that point in my life. Such a blessing to be able to visit. I am going to add Hever Castle to my list. I have wanted to visit Great Dixter for years. It looks like another amazing UK garden. We have a newly created Piet Oudolf garden on Belle Isle in Detroit that is quite something to see. His planting schemes remind me of something Robinson would appreciate. Thanks for watching the video.
My dream is to go to the UK. I live in mid Missouri USA. One of the things on my bucket list is to visiting Sissinghurst gardens
Hello fellow Midwest gardener! I know you will love Sissinghurst. Thanks so much for watching the video.
I really enjoy your videos. You have a beautiful garden!
Thanks so much. I appreciate you taking the time to watch.
Gravetye: Not to mention that wild (native) gardens also feed & shelter birds, bugs & animals! 🥰 Lovely video 🌿
That is another bonus, isn't it. I love those native gardens. Gravetye is filled to the rim with pollinators and birds.
Love your comments about authenticity in the garden...each of us has our own ideas of how our own garden should be and we should be brave in our own spaces.
A couple of other very beautiful English gardens are Levens Hall in Cumbria and Wollerton Old Hall in Shropshire. I am sure you will find videos of both on you tube.
Its so lovely that people across the globe can see these gardens without having to travel, which of course may not be possible for all.
Thanks to all those who share their views and thoughts ❤
Thank you and thank you for sharing the names of your recommended gardens. I appreciate that.
Hello my friend , i love English gardens, i have only followed and watched videos on TH-cam, i hope i can make a trip to uk someday. Your garden looks beautiful, I like the style . Is always interesting watching your videos , following from Ohio
Hi there and thanks for continuing to follow my channel. How are things looking in OH now? I think we are done with the freezing temperatures here.
@@GardenMoxie you’re welcome. I agree ok the freezing part , i think we are done . I have started planting my vegetables in the garden . I think we are in the safe side now . I don’t about your are , but we have had a lot of rain lately.
@@thegonzalezs4953 We are getting rain which I absolutely love. I hope that keeps up all summer.
@@GardenMoxieExactly! We had 2” yesterday in SCent. WI and more big rain today but not looking forward to severe storms later. We have been in severe drought all last year and had only 3-1/2” all summer. Mowed lawn once.
I hear this gardening for nature and I’m sitting in the middle of oaks and cedars and all the wildlife would mow down anything without fencing. It’s a battle for this gardener. Watering is the other issue.
@@dustyflats3832 I am glad to hear you are getting rain. Dealing with wildlife eating your garden is tough. Good luck!
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Hi! I do want to make those narrow lawn pathways for our residential gardens and possibly at our allotment too!
That sounds great!
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One thing I enjoy more than I would have expected, is limiting myself to only native plants. I'm a huge fan of the formal gardens, and love seeing the gardens that have matured over a century or more. Trying to accomplish something similar but only using native plants that help our ecosystem..... well, that's next-level kinds of fun! For example, a solid boxwood hedge looks absolutely perfect as the backdrop to a more "naturalistic" bed full of Echinacea and other wildflowers, but boxwoods aren't native to my area. Imagine my joy when I discovered that Ilex vomitoria (Yaupon Holly) has a variety with very small leaves similar to Buxus microphyla and can be trimmed to a hedge fitting for any English garden!?! I'm sure you can guess what my next step is going to be!
Thanks so much for sharing your native plant approach. I am very interested to learn more about the ilex vomitoria. As you know, boxwood is starting to have serious issues. I have too much of it planted in my garden. I started adding natives last season and started a little native woodland border in my back garden. I can understand why you think its fun. It really is. Thanks for your note.
@@GardenMoxie Ilex vomitoria is a diocecous evergreen and chock full of bright red berries in the wintertime if you make sure to select a female plant. Plus, it's America's only caffeine-producing plant. The tea made from the Yaupon leaves looks and tastes like what you'd buy at the store, but it's right out your back door instead. How fun is that!
It's a plant that's fairly popular in the horticultural trade, so you might be able to source some locally. It can form thickets and sucker up from the roots, so be cautious about introducing a non-native plant to your area. You might only be able to get the male plants so there's no chance of seeds escaping into the ecosystem, but the loss of the red berries would be a small price to pay for preserving the native landscape.
@@threeriversforge1997 Thanks so much for sharing that information. I am grateful.
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thank u for a beautiful video, its very inspiring.
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I seen a pink columbine and I had a surprise showing of the same this year in the middle of a wild bunch.
Oh yes, the hardscaping. It’s what really makes a great landscape and I don’t have any. I have fenced in play areas to keep out the herds of wildlife. I’m trying to pick up ideas of what to do next with a front yard project. It’s really difficult. I have all the utilities Everywhere-fiber optic, gas line, electric, electric to septic and well, electric meter, A/C unit, need to stay away from the house because of snow from roof, no trees near fairly close drain field.
It’s almost impossible to figure out when your ideas love formal and your area says eclectic and no hardscaping to guide plantings. The only thing I’ve settled on was moving two Very heavy statues with an arborvitae backdrop that needs to grow in and 3 lovely redbuds that are small but so pretty-the flame thrower has a burst of unique leaves as tiny as they are right now. Haven’t decided on fencing yet, need some stone for sitting area and a low retaining wall. Waiting for tulips and irises to finish doing their thing so I can move them out of sitting area.
Need an arched gate and it’s difficult to figure where it should be, but the safer area is to stay well away from utilities.
I’ve successfully propagated some boxwoods and maybe will use to disguise fencing. I seen a large doe and rabbits ate the tips off tuff yucca leaves and within hours coneflower that I just planted in an unprotected area. Sigh.
Wow! Your garden sounds amazing. Thanks for being here.
love the video!
Ah...thanks so much!
Greetings, friends, greetings from a hobby..., happy to share experiences
Thank you for watching the video. Greetings!
I like the Cottage garden look for my own garden. I plant for bees butterflies and Birds Love your video
That is wonderful. I love the cottage garden look and it's great to have a space for pollinators and birds in our gardens.
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So helpful! Thank you!!
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I have been to neither of the two wonderful gardens, perhaps I will one day. I am very grateful to you for showing them from your point of view, thank you! PS. Why were they so empty? You must have filmed them at 6am, probably after a bomb scare ;-)
Thank you. We arrived at Sissinghurst later in the afternoon and it had been raining all day. We were so lucky because it is typically packed. Gravetye Manor is now a hotel so you have access to the grounds if you stay there. It was absolutely unbelievable. I felt like I was in a time machine. It was the most inspiring place I have seen.
@@GardenMoxie I am very happy for you!
587👍Wow !! Great presentation, GOD BLESS YOU DEAR , HAVE A NICE TIME Amazing dear pretty sister, very beautiful , wonderful coverage , greetings from HONG KONG @richscenic
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Thanks Jasmine and happy gardening friend!
Couldn't agree more!
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As a Englishman this breaks my heart to see these beautiful old buildings just left there to rot away like this but this is American history that has o be preserved immediately aren't there any historic building trusts that can save this town or will it be demolished for new apartments ??
You share my feelings exactly! The Henry Ford Estate Fairlane is actually undergoing extensive renovations on the interior of the home. It has been closed to the public for ~10 years. I don't mean to generalize and paint everything with a broad brush, but it seems here in the states that gardens are not always managed like the UK does with the National Trust properties. I agree that it is a shame. Heaven knows we don't need any corner strip malls and black top parking lots. I was researching a historic gardener that lived in Alma, Michigan. Her home is still there and is now a funeral home. Her garden was made into a parking lot. Such a shame indeed.
Gardening in England is borderline a National obsession. It’s a big part of our culture!
It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. Just lovely!
@@GardenMoxie It is, I try and visit gardens every weekend and there seems to be an endless list. I really want to visit Longwood gardens in Pennsylvania. You have a lovely Garden too. Subbed 😁
@@quercus21 I think Longwood and Chanticleer gardens are worth visiting in the US for sure.
Inspiring.
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Sorry - pps I lived very near where Vita was born and lived. The gardens there are wonderful too
How lucky for you. That is so cool. Thanks for watching the video.
Opps. Ps and include training and experience; gardening for all physical and mental abilities
Absolutely true!
DONE already New friend here
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Most tourists to Sissinghurst fail to understand that the white garden was to viewed from the tower during the full moon.
How cool is that! I had no idea, but that makes sense. The view of the entire garden from the tower is amazing.
I definitely prefer a more natural garden. I don't get nearly as much enjoyment out of straight pathways and regimented plantings. What's odd is that achieving that 'designed by Mother Nature' look is surprisingly difficult!
It is surprising how difficult it is to replicate nature. Such a great point.
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I felt the love in this video, but i still feel there were still some aspects missing. I would love to talk to you, about what this could entail, also how i may be able to help.
Thanks noticing the video friend.