#28 Life in Italy | stopping erosion & big purchase of beautiful trees

[@threeacresofmarche]

Many are asking about the drainage, lanscaping and planting. I hope to show you the plans in this and the next video. 

The reason behind the landscaping was because of the issues of flooding from the field (you’ve all seen me tackle that barefoot!) Drainage will be put in, in time. For now - and the time I have - this is where I am up to….

Let me know what you think about the time capsule and ancient tree idea? 

Thanks all. 
Richard.

[@MrBuggles123]

A timecapsule does sound like a great idea. I say go for it

[@nemdub86]

Add your photo with the tree being planted in the time capsule. It will be much more interesting than just text.

[@MrBuggles123]

@@nemdub86 Even add the photo to the timecapsule with the date too

[@kookietherapy9398]

The only thing about time capsules is that people dig them up after 25yrs. I'd leave them forever. Otherwise, what's the point.

[@karenoliver6837]

I love the idea of a time capsule. Those trees will be there forever. Are you going to put more than one persons name in a capsule? Based on their donation amount? Maybe multiple donators? 😊 could go that for each olive tree. 💕

[@MikeyBoyd-n4m]

Hi, some friendly advice. Hire an auger (post hole digger) if you can. If so dig your hole, fill it with water as others have said, wait for it to drain then widen as needed with a spade. In your bare hole, add a couple of handfuls of gypsum (breaks down clay, release nutrients, helps with drainage), plant with high quality composted soil, (bags or bulk from your plant nursery) allow the roots to quickly & easily begin spreading, promotes growth, allows drainage, good habitat for microbes, worms, the good stuff😉), only back fill to the base of the trunk where it's level with the existing soil height of the pot, don't pile soil up around the trunk as it will promote rot. Create a low wall around the tree with excess soil to create a basin for watering. This time of year, give them one reasonably heavy first watering post planting, preferably mid to late morning if your getting freezing temps over night. Also consider the direction of your prevailing winds ensuring your support poles are more or less between them & your tree. I would assume your plant nursery staff would offer this information and may differ a little given their local knowledge. Hope this helps. Best of luck. 👍

[@heyitsTonya]

Yesssss! Good advice. He ends an auger!

[@ChrisS-m8g]

I was just about to make about getting an auger when i saw urs! He can rent one!!

[@WhataTry]

Water the hole you digout. Drown it , fill it a few times after you are happy with the depth, might take a few repeats over a day or so. Then fill in around the plant mix in some peat free compost , water again. I would also put in a 1/2 m cheap plastic down pipe, drilled with lots of holes from base of root to top of plant, makes future watering really easy and stops run off.🇮🇪☘️

[@sandram7870]

I fully agreed with the last comment. I experienced this problem when I moved here. Clay soil, when dry like cement. I borrowed a pick axe. Finally a neighbor said to water it first. Huge difference!

[@Bessintheworld2]

Yes - I recommend - drill holes - fill with water and wait over night, will make the job much easier.

[@andersnielsen6044]

I really do hope that he reads this comment, other wise I would have to write it all myself aswell.. Great gardener tips here. ;)

[@SelbyPav]

Chisel and point diggin bar if you can't wait. Works a treat in UK's new build house gardens

[@Tigerlilart]

Exactly! I did this for the trees I planted on my 2acre bone dirt dry block!

[@brocktoon8]

Just a tip from a professional gardener. You planted the olive trees way too deep. Trees should be planted with the top of the soil meeting the tree's base root flare. What you've done instead is plant the actual trunk. The problem that comes from this is the tree will send roots out from that top part but they will circle round the trunk and girdle the tree eventually (it can kill the tree). You might wanna just dig them all up again and plant them right so you don't have this problem later down the road. I know you don't want to hear this, but I had to let you know! In any case it's easier to redig/plant them now than later once they'd established all their roots!

[@ChristopherKretch]

Great advice brocktoon8. What about the soil? Looks very hard clay. Do you think he should get a load of topsoil so they can establish themselves better?

[@JapanJimmy]

From a bonsai enthusiast in Tokyo Japan, yes top spoil and mulch needs to be added to make a larger area for the roots to get established before hitting the clay. Composting and fertilization of the area would be ideal too. Also deer protection for any saplings

[@julieaustin4684]

Richard you can get a big ‘Arger’ to dig the hole the correct size of the plant pot. Might be a bit expensive but you have a lot of trees to plant and maintenance in future. Good investment. Hugs from Oz. ☺️🙏🏼🍷🇦🇺🎄🎅🏻

[@carolynkennedy7772]

Hey Richard...hate to rain on your parade, but as others are saying, that soil needs to be well watered before and after planting. Also, THAT soil needs amending big-time. We've gone through this over the years, so only trying to pass on stuff that helps in the long run. I think you might need to plant the trees not quite so deep, as well...then put a good layer of mulch over the planting area to help retain moisture. And remember (so you won't be disappointed), plants grow like this: Year 1: SLEEP Year 2: CREEP Year 3: LEAP! 🌳🍀🌳🍀🌳

[@jeffhale713]

Hi Richard, just a tip. Fil the holes with plenty of water before you plant so you get water into soil under the tree roots.

[@michaellee8198]

So much effort, but without wishing to p*** on your chips, were you not advised to place a. bag of compost (nutrient) in the hole + soak the base with water prior to planting your trees/shrubs? Best of luck with your continuing efforts - Michael, Bexleyheath, Kent

[@tracey4474]

Try watering the holes to soften the ground a little ?

[@mags9599]

Blimey you are a “where there’s a will there’s a way” stalwart. You really are a trooper with a strong will and visionary heart

[@daisy9910]

Richard, you need a post hole digger. Those things dig fast and deep.

[@jaynepatrick9806]

Yup😊

[@jaynepatrick9806]

I am also wondering if that level is subsoil, not topsoil, given the hard pan and fact that it was excavated down from the natural grade to make the terraced bench. I would consult with your nursery guy about that. I suspect a truckload of enriched topsoil spread over that level is needed before planting, sorry to break the news🙃 soil prep is everything for success. All the best.

[@chemicaljuice3078]

Its the season to be planting fruit trees as well. The more trees the better for the future

[@margaretaspin6881]

We ended up buying ourselves a petrol auger. So many trees and shrubs to plant and raised garden beds so well worth the money.

[@tracey4474]

The comments about depth of planting are valid but don’t panic - just scoop out around the trunks down to the original depth in the pot and leave a depression around the trunk about 6 inches diameter - this will help with directing water to the roots while the tree establishes. It will hold water rather than cause water to run off. Even olive trees need regular watering in their first year planted but having a depression around the trunk will make sure the tree catches rainwater well. Take advice from the nursery on how to plant each species of tree going forwards - give everything you plant a good watering. Great start though

[@Alesxandros]

Nono olive trees suffer too much water. Will cause root rotting, olive trees are desert plants adapted to our climate...never dig to stagnate water on an olive....

[@stuartandpaul]

@@tracey4474 this is what I was going to suggest 👍

[@stuartandpaul]

@@tracey4474 this is what I was going to suggest 👍

[@carlorad]

Long time ago someone invented the pickaxe and pointed shovel 😂👍

[@3LTinman]

had to scroll down to far before i saw this😏

[@3LTinman]

start a conversation on tool choices for the city?boy? 🤔😏

[@carolinegrace9068]

Yes! Exactly!

[@salinthecity1]

Like the others have said, post hole auger, compost, topsoil and water, water water! And yes, planted the trees waaaayyy too deep. Its all a learning curve and it will look fabulous in next to no time. Love your perseverance and watching the progress.

[@victoriabodenham6736]

I concur with those saying water the soil very very well before digging soak the plants in a large bucket of water especially if as you immerse them they release air bubbles the compost your hole having soaked the hole well . Plant the plants in a/ tree no higher than they were in the pots , back fill and tread in well . Can mix a slow release fertiliser in . Water well regularly for the first year at least. Clay soil actually holds better nutrients as well and so with take more diverse planting .

[@cnolan3855]

Hi Richard,id definitely invest in some canvas tarpaulins in the meantime,to cover the banked up areas, before they wash down towards your house! That buys you some time to plan the retaining method you wish to use.

[@Around399]

Just want to say it’s great that you are willing to invest your time, energy and money in making your place in the world more beautiful.

[@jennifermalberg5934]

Lord! The amount of work to get those trees planted. 🤯 All the same, you made me laugh out loud while eating my breakfast with your comments: “If it was easy, everyone would be doing it”. And “this may take me thousands of years to complete”. Keep up the positive mindset. So excited for you to get your landscaping in. Will make such a difference!

[@an.american.in.norway]

Just gotta say, Richard, my face lights up whenever I see a new Three Acres video in my feed.

[@neutonrenda2303]

When I get such hard ground I find watering it first helps, hopefully you'll get a day with rain.

[@harmlessgrey]

I can't wait to see how you transform the landscape! It's smart to be getting professional advice about the plantings from locals.

[@dianavanhouten6071]

I like the idea of a time capsule and an ancient tree, it will look lovely on your land

[@viviansimons7954]

What u are planting are going to stay rootbound in that compacted soil the garden centre should have told that ,

[@KellyQuinn-z5r]

Greetings, I am a landscape architect (LA), from the US currently working in the ME since 2012. During COVID I started the ancestry path to semi-retired in Italy, and enjoy the life like you are. I've watched several of your videos (with envy) and after watching this last one on purchasing plant's, I decided to send a comment. I highly, highly, highly recommend paying an LA or a LA designer who is educated in the profession to do a master plan design for you. You have an amazing project started and you don't want to piece meal the landscape. Terracing was very smart 👍. Get a plan that you can follow. They'll know the plants and they'll give you a balanced amazing artscape. I'll be in Apulia for 5 days celebrating Christmas. Cheers, and good luck.

[@Lalais56]

Oh dear, I think you need to buy a post hole digger. It would make life so much easier for you. And something at the bottom of your hole to feed the trees. We use fish heads/ guts or manure. It makes the biggest difference to the growth in the trees. The reason being our soil is terrible and the lack of water. But well done …. Looking forward to seeing your garden grow 👍

[@TraciKyle]

Oh my… watching you struggle physically and mentally , trying to figure out how to dig all the holes . I’m exhausted. 😅Get a digger so you don’t bust your back. You always manage to find the positive in a difficult situation. I can appreciate that. Best of luck🏡🌳

[@edo_online]

Hi Richard! I am a "neighbor" of yours, just a few km away. It's always nice watching your videos and progress. I would advise you to buy a pick or a pickaxe for your digging. You can surely find one at GARPO in San Lorenzo or some other garden centre. Ciao :-)

[@RussellBurman]

Hi, my advice is to dig a 2 inch hole file with water and leave returning to top up. Leave for a few days and you will find the clay/soil will be easier to dig. Place trees in a tray of water so that the roots are well nourished before planting. Purchase a stake driver for your own convenience (easier) and quicker. Posts only need to be a quarter to a third of the hight of tree to hold in position but allow movement of the upper part of the tree which will aid its development. Russell (Horticulturist) Best wishes

[@AhaAha-n4g]

Hi Water the soil and it will be softer. Kind regards from Swerige

[@tomasviane3844]

That's what I thought as well. Looks like it's easier to manipulate mud than rockhard soil...

[@AhaAha-n4g]

@@tomasviane3844 👍From Sweden 🇸🇪

[@MikeSpinks-w3x]

Going through what you are ATM. Also I cut off all the different plugs and bought all the same and rewired the lot. Love the channel keep it up.b

[@dono9879]

Hello Richard. With that soil you might need dynamite to loosen it. Good luck with the rest of this project. Thanks for another good video.

[@lizkuisma238]

I've never known anyone who used weed mat who didn't regret it. It definitely doesn't stop weeds and makes everything else more difficult.

[@sodbury6426]

yep - been there and had the regrets :) - now use cardboard cartons/any papery packaging - they last a couple of seasons and just disintegrate.

[@vic6820]

Yes. The weeds also come from wind blown seeds and watered from the rain. Membrane never lasts long.

[@leonieandrewsart4137]

OMG YES! Never use weed mat. I'm still removing the horrible stuff 20 years after I foolishly used it.

[@goldenlabradorskye]

Get yourself a fence post auger....def make it easier.

[@lorenabaumann8926]

Good job ❤ Next fruits trees ❤

[@Mr138tomhall]

Congratulations on getting those first two olive trees planted so well. That must have been a satisfying day. Wonderful to watch, Thanks.

[@luciodeluca3257]

Richard: I’m not a gardener and do not know such things but if the soil is that hard and compacted, how is the tree able to survive? Wouldn’t it be better to dig larger holes and fill with some good loom and nutrients, etc before you plant the trees? Again, I do not know but I’d hate to see you do all this work and not have the trees survive. Love your videos and your energy! Keep it up!

[@claudiaschade7862]

Be careful with that in this type of soil (clay) if you dig big holes and put organic matter into it there will be a little lake inside when it rains which is not good for the roots. So put the compost or mulch on top of the soil

[@hellenfennell5818]

You’re doing great Richard!It’s your first time doing all this and yes there are many things to still learn but as time goes on you will get more proficient at landscaping for sure!If you ever put in fencing a great way to protect your wood stumps once they’re in the ground is to burn the ends that go into the ground.The charring of the wood protects it from wood rot.Your doing a brilliant job!Keep it up!

[@JB-mh7gn]

When I saw the drill behind you I said omg how pact is the soil , rent an auger 😊

[@WendyMonaghan]

I've been shouting at my screen,WATER THE SOIL FIRST.GOOD LUCK!

[@nihalarya9791]

me too 😂😂😂

[@johnwalkley6746]

Just to add to the professional advice about the hole for the root ball,the depth,soil preparation etc can I add put the stakes in at 45degrees in the direction of the prevailing wind, you’ve dug wide holes and can’t use half of it because of the stake. At 45 degrees you can get the post absolutely adjacent to the trunk but remember to tie it in using a figure of 8 type method so the trunk doesn’t rub against the stake. They should intersect at about 45-60 cms up the trunk to allow the top of the plant to sway in the wind but without having any root rocking.

[@CiaránFox-r7f]

If i can recommend, more forward planning from here, i would have had the digger who done the grading to dig the holes for the trees and the retaining wall and french drains. Live and learn.😊

[@threeacresofmarche]

Have you seen the videos where I try and get this organised for months and months? Also - budget - the price of the work can get in the way. 👍

[@vic6820]

At 23:35 you look like a Gondoliere. You could hire a four stroke auger but you'd have to have a strong stance otherwise you'd be spinning in circles instead of the drill😁. I don't know your altitude but you could consider planting some vines to make wine. Eventually it will be much easier to convert all your plugs and sockets to the Schuko type. The modern sockets are modular and they just push out so you can have it your preferred way. All power tools now will fit the Schuko socket. Be sure not to plant any pine trees near the house because the roots will gradually dominate. I think you deserve a beer now.🍻

[@AhaAha-n4g]

Hi Water the soil and it will be softer. Kind regards from Sweden

[@jaynepatrick9806]

Nursery worker’s tip to get the rootball out of the pot… lay the plant on its side onthe ground, step down on the pot and repeat while rolling the pot. It’ll pop out easy. Looks like they may be root bound so you must tease apart the roots with a garden fork to break the shape from the pot or they will never thrive as roots will just keep growing round and round the pot shape instead of spreading out. Lots of other great planting advise from others here too. Most critical, water hole before planting, amend soil, adding a handful of bonemeal helps root establisment, and absolutely do not plant deeper than the current depth in the pot, ie, ensure the soil surface when in the hole is same and it was in the pot.

[@jaynepatrick9806]

So much work…it’s gonna look so great!

[@MartinCoates-w6j]

Great idea Rich on the time capsule and agree with some of the other comments buddy, water water water those holes buddy

[@paulrayner1274]

A tool I find really useful is one of those 2M long heavy steel bars with a point at one end and a flat end, like a screw driver. And they are great at breaking up dirt in holes. Gravity does the work.

[@PeterMccabe-h3q]

Hello there.I think the time capsule is a brilliant idea, but boy oh boy you got a lot of work ,but I will follow you till it is a paradise Wel done so far .

[@stuartandpaul]

Amazing how long all these things take. We often don't get half way through the first thing on our to-do list before something breaks or another job crops up. Lovely video, keep them coming when you can!

[@stuartandpaul]

And don't get me started on the plug situation in Europe. We don't do many things well in the UK but we lead the world in plugs 😂 one type and they fit the socket perfectly and never fall out!

[@hildamoll1]

In the capsule : favourite music, book, history of the renovation of your house ❤

[@kenclarke6936]

Well done. I enjoy watching, it’s real life no bullshit

[@rogerhampton4111]

Keep up the good work Richard. The snow is on the mountains now. The views will be great when you get back.

[@julieaustin4684]

G’day Richard … I found your channel yesterday and binge watched every episode. I have left several comments already. Hugs from Oz. ☺️🙏🏼🍷

[@anthonytodd3408]

Hi Richard, just had another thought, when you have drilled the holes why not put some water down them and leave for a while it might make the job easier, Tony, Romiley

[@LindaSiuzdak]

What a joy to plant a garden - one with endless space and such a view. Be mindful when choosing some plants that some can be very messy - you don't want your patio area covered with dropping fruit, olives etc. and the rotting fruit attracting wasps then. My Italian neighbors had a wisteria growing on their pergola- the patio furniture was covered with bird poop and very acidic too. Wisteria (the iron plant) and their roots can be very destructive, they also send up runners. I would bury the time capsule under your deck, it really became so much more than just a deck - it was a place for dreams to unfold even when the stars themselves were still sleeping.

[@seawinegirl]

Really enjoy watching the progress you're making! Love the idea of a time capsule. I also feel documenting the history of your Italy home for future generations would be wonderful. I would be so proud to know that my grandfather or great grandfather, etc had planted these trees and made these renovations to the home.

[@petra6087]

What a hard work! It is exhausting even by watching you 😆 Hold on, Richard 👍 Greetings from Austria 🐎✨🎄

[@neutonrenda2303]

After seeing the first two holes I think that the sauna idea is a great one lol.

[@bellaloba2684]

Get a very large auger drill bit , like few inches wide/garden tool for doing post holes it will cut the backbreaking work time down and also get a good gas generator for your tools! fill initial holes with water and finish digging out to size with shovel after it soaks in Also don't forget to plant a perrennial herb area near your pizza oven of course, with several lavenders, oreganos, rosemary, time, sage etc. These are all low maintenance and fill in an area nicely and have low water needs cape plumbago is a lovely bush that you will see all over Italy and southern France in large pots in the streets of old towns especially, has pretty foliage and lovely periwinkle blue flower clusters, plant a row of these. It has low water needs too and likes lots of sun, you can kill with overwatering.Italians in the old days often planted perrennial herb gardens, plum trees and roses very close to their grape vines, for a variety of reasons like pest cont control/benificial insects, disease and adding good range of flavor to grapes.My vines in canada were planted in this tradition, my grapes and wine had great depth of flavor!

[@cecilyryan]

You could plant a cover crop of clover, wheat or oats for the winter to hold the soil in place.

[@chekek]

ahhh another upload! i was thinking the one from last week was so short! 😂 love the content as always 😊

[@dougstuart8553]

Gardening enthusiast from Seattle here - It looks like you have been given some great advise on planting (which I agree with) So my other thought for you as it has to do with your general landscaping project is that I would consider doing some portions of your landscape as 'gravel gardens'. It is what the words imply. Plenty of information online. And generally when I think of this topic I think of Adam Frost from the UK who, over the years, has been involved with this concept. Finally, out of curiosity, can you tell us approximately and generally how much you paid for those plants? Thanks.

[@LindaSiuzdak]

I have commented before on hardscaping, using rocks and even boulders to add interest. The garden plan needs to be very detailed - and done over time.

[@christineprevost2973]

Bonjour, chouette tout ça...Une tarière pour vos trous...Ce sera superbe !!

[@metsogrand]

It is simple what you need is a roadman's pick .

[@PennyHarding-yc7bl]

I’d suggest you plant the trees so that the soil level of the plant is the same as the ground around it.

[@secretspoleto]

Ah this is us too right now - so good watching your vids and knowing there’s another nutty northerner over the other side of the mountains battling with the weeds and the Italian planting haha! Wait until they start growing and it’s mental - we love jasmine for the coverage and the amazing smell

[@clemerz361]

I hope you had a few moments to enjoy the beautiful colours in the clouds when digging the first olive tree. And yes, everything worth doing takes time! Well done!! Cheers from snowy 🇨🇦!!

[@SAGUY1971]

You need an auger/ post hole digger on a tractor. Having acres of land demands some type of tractor to manage the land with . It will make your life SO much easier.

[@PeterPanMan]

Wow. That looks a lot like work. 😉

[@brucesmargiasso3365]

You might consider having someone with tractor that has an auger backhoe to dig all your holes. They could come in an dig all your holes at once.

[@beverlymartin1414]

Tractor and auger attachment- amazing...help

[@otsego44]

I love your enthusiasm, God Bless You. I would forget about a time capsule and take the advice of others on plantings trees, tons of great advice given. I planted 2,000 Norway Spruce and 1,100 wildlife scrubs on my upstate New York property 24 years ago, I know how daunting it is to plant trees. Besides water, that soil needs mega organic material. Good luck my friend.

[@AGoogleUser-sj3rh]

Oleandri e cipressi for driveway, olivi, pini marittimi, lecci anywhere else. A nice pioppo near the house to give nice shadow

[@vic6820]

Those pine trees make a lot of mess and the roots can break drainage and foundations, besides creating a lot of shade.

[@AGoogleUser-sj3rh]

@vic6820 even in the middle of the field?

[@vic6820]

@@AGoogleUser-sj3rh Personally I wouldn't plant pines on my land anywhere but each to their own.

[@mysicilycorner]

It's setting up to be a beautiful landscape area and I do like that idea of the timecapsules under the ancient olive tree. Great job selecting the plants and getting started on planting! Cheers!

[@marcerivest6204]

Love your channel and the way you are trying to get integrated with the local community. It seems on U Tube that when you get to 50000 the channel grows quickly 😊

[@AgonicMarineTransportwwwboatha]

I just got back from Italy and did some digging while I was there and instantly felt your pain… good luck. I look forward to every episode.

[@natiebear]

Sorry for all the advice, but wanted to let you know it is a great joy to watch your progress

[@davewynton8778]

Yes all good and youll look back in the spring and see a difference A great start on the planting

[@marilynmeade2286]

A busy and hard working video The trees are going to be amazing But wow what a job to get them planted You worked very hard to get them in the ground Maybe posthole tool would held get holes dug easier Many comments about watering soil may be a good idea to soften ground Time capusle great idea Maybe a personal letter from you a newspaper with date on it some everyday items use now like a popular book a cd with a current singer pictures of cars and clothes used now Take care and hope you can get your trees planted a bit easier Greetings from West Virginia See you in next video Richard ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@barbarawinchell2019]

Hi Richard, try using a rounded edge shovel and water the ground at night very thoroughly where you’ll be digging the holes in the morning before the sun evaporates the soil drenching. You have very compacted clay there. Hope this helps! You’re doing a great job 👏

[@miriammuskal5402]

Happy diging for your trees and planting

[@Miriam-id5nt]

Digging

[@MaryCarli-r7g]

Auger drill bit on a cordless drill

[@brucec6689]

I was alarmed to see that trees had been purchased before any ground preparation had been done! Much needs to be done first with topsoil and compost. What happened to the topsoil that was there before the terracing happened? Did the contractor take it, or is it dumped somewhere? It should have been stock-piled for re-spreading on the terraces later.

[@scottsorby7966]

Greetings Richard, no wine for me tonight it's going to be a single malt while Im enjoying your video... And wow what a video it was because that was a hell of a lot of work just to put a hole in the ground and you seem to have so many more to do. I feel for your aching muscles and back, stay safe (and healthy) see you next time!

[@lindaanderson8849]

I think a time capsule is an excellent idea. I would include your dreams and ideas for your piece of the country and world!

[@Thomas-y3w]

those are really nice plants, Italian garden centres hit different I guess

[@AngelaJackson-s6x]

get yourself a power bank saves you using extention leads, i'd give the trees & plants a alot of water in the holes before you back fill the dirt happy planting 🌴🌾🪴

[@alexanderjones5333]

That brought back memories of planting my first olive trees in Florida. Such beautiful trees. Love your place and your channel.

[@annamaciukiewicz3845]

Regarding the plugs - just wait till you discover that the italian 3 prongs can also be spaced differently 😅 and you’ll need and adapter for that too 😂

[@rosevern4699]

Perseverance furthers. Lots of good advice in these comments to make your perseverance go even farther. Always enjoy your videos.

Richard, perché non hai bagnato il suolo e aspettato qualche ora? 😮

[@CANDIDITZLER]

Have been bingeing you. Did I miss seeing your girls? You mentioned them flying in the next day in an episode, then nothing that I saw.

[@mariannekuijpers9298]

Exciting to see the beautiful trees!

[@brucesmargiasso3365]

Adding enriched soil around the ball of the tree as well as a cardboard cylinder filled with rocks placed as the side of the hole before filling in the hole will to make it easier to water the ball of tree.

[@anthonytodd3408]

Hi Richard, I bet it’s hard to work on the computer when you are wanting to get on with jobs on site. Wow you worked so hard digging the hole, I would put some compost in it hole. Great video as usual. Regards Tony, Romiley.

[@beyondredundancy171]

Long time watcher first time commenting.mate really enjoying your content and just how genuine you are. Watching the olive tree planting and just had to tell you for Christ sake get yourself a petrol auger. They are not expensive and you will thank me later. The auger would take care of those holes in minutes. We are in Australia but happy to flick you some photos of one if you like. It doesn't have to be a brand one as they are all pretty similar. With the planting you will be doing it will save you so much time.

[@peterh7842]

Love the plug section - italian plugs/electrics are just bizarre - we aways end up taking bags of plugs/adaptors with varying numbers/widths of pin whenever we come over to visit and there's usually about three or more stuck in every socket - good luck with that! : )

[@pollatso]

Great episode really interesting lovely garden centre. Great autumnal colours appearing in the fields 👍 You could plant a cypress tree few boulders strategically placed make a sundial .. Good luck merry Christmas 👍👍🙏🇬🇧

[@ne0n1880]

Looking better every video mate, thanks!

[@martipatton4747]

Plant after a heavy rain if you can. Use a post digger or I hav planted a boarder of bushes and tree

[@martipatton4747]

With a trench digger

[@lstarkey6992]

Experience talking here: a headlamp is a great nighttime tool, you are hands free and can avoid tripping or hacking away at your feet. 👏👏👏👏