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[@kaylac3367]

Oh heavens! I can't even describe how beautiful that arrangement is! I've heard your background story about all the different types of jobs and college trying to find your calling. You prove every day that gardening is it. But there's so much more than that. One of the gifts God blessed you with is giving/sharing and inspiring. Well done! 😀

[@deborahbarone1465]

I wholeheartedly agree! God has blessed Laura with such a nurturing heart. She also helps us fall in love with variety, colour and movement. She’s got the nurturing heart of a mentor/teacher.♥️

[@helenbaxter5270]

Bravo

[@nolagirl7082]

Which video was that? Where she talks about her different jobs and career choices??

[@hellodarling9073]

,,I'm not gonna show you everything today" proceeds to show us every single flower. 😄 That's why we love you! 💜

[@billiebuffalo]

What a stunning arrangement. It’s like a Renoir painting come to life ❤️

[@Bamboo4U2]

I can appreciate the work that goes into the arrangement but I know I'd never have the patience (or desire) to do it myself. I'd probably just enjoy them in the landscape until it's time to dig 'em up.

[@theresagarcia9401]

@@Bamboo4U2 1111

[@Bamboo4U2]

@@theresagarcia9401 uh...hunh? Are you speaking binary to me?

[@Melissa-gg8xc]

haha! "You can see the drip hole is on the top..." ::Russell gets in for a *much* closer look. And a bonus scratch::

[@LULC0759]

Right on cue at 2:40...Russell sees a hand that’s meant for him🤣🤣 The Dahlias are going to be glorious when all blooming.

[@shellyroman1321]

That's it...I'm coming over to help you gather some of those gorgeous flowers! 😉 I have been a florist for more that 35 years and the thought of being able to get out to my own garden and cut "my own" flowers to enjoy in my home, excites me! How awesome! My favorite colors are deep shades of oranges and golds....so when you say "Sahara" , "Terra Cotta" and "Brown Sugar"...my heart sings~♡~ I am intimated by dahlias but you make it look so easy! Thank you for sharing your excitement and energy...I appreciate you!🧡

[@Bamboo4U2]

Hey, speaking as a professional, what's your opinion on her arrangements? Any tips, comments, criticisms or suggestions for her? It would be interesting to hear/read from a professional perspective.

[@Sullivan_Owen]

@@Bamboo4U2 I've been a designer for 10 years and I've tried to offer Laura some feedback and suggestions since her viewers are likely following her lead but unfortunately they don't seem to make it through all the comments. This design is a bit more balanced than the last one with the sunflowers, that one didn't have enough foliage and structure, the flowers were all be stacked and crushing each other. This one is a beautiful palette but the use of foam means you can just stick the flowers wherever and in my opinion you don't really learn how to build well designed pieces. Designing really requires a methodical approach to building a palette of shapes, textures and foliage to act as an armature for the special flowers. You also use a lot more flowers when using foam so it's wasteful besides being not great for the environment. I personally think this design is too tall and blocky for the size of the vessel and think it's a vessel better suited for a lower, wider centerpiece style design. I don't think Laura means for these to be instructive but it would be nice to include more information on designing well made arrangements, not just pretty and I would like to see less foam which late summer flowers really do not like at all. In my experience dahlias don't make it more than a day or two in foam, it causes air blockage. But like chefs, there are all kinds of floral designers and my style/taste is certainly not for everyone. I would have used the hyacinth beans and actually recently did in one of my designs cut from my garden.

[@Bamboo4U2]

@@Sullivan_Owen almost everything you said about the foam I knew or intuitively understood except the air blockage. I knew nothing about that. Good to know. The other, more esoteric elements of design (scale of the vessel, structure of the design and the palette selection) are completely lost on me. That's when I started doodling and wandered off in art class, lol. I do have an appreciation for the art of it. I'm just lost on...well, nearly all of the composition. Thanks. Great to hear/read from a professional.

[@zaria5785]

Sullivan Owen thank you for saying something about the hyacinth beans. I’m not a pro but I have made flower arrangements and bouquets for friends, events and weddings. I would’ve added the hyacinth beans to the arrangement also. It gives such a nice contrast to the color selection going on in the vase. I do think the pedestal that the wooden bowl is sitting on gives it enough height to appreciate each flower in the arrangement because it’s allowing light in. Probably better for how it looks on camera. I do appreciate you stating that more flowers are needed for an arrangement that’s lower. I too appreciate learning that the air pockets in the foam may shorten bloom time. Thanks for your input. 🙏🏻

[@deborahbarone1465]

@Sullivan Owen Laura has made videos about how much she dislikes foam and told us of the danger it is to the environment. Laure prefers to use a wire or other woven or bunched up chicken wire frog. Positivity is Laura and Aaron’s goal, which they achieve every video. Growing up in our house we had what was called the Thumper Rule which goes like this: If you can’t say something nice, don’t say nothing at all!!!

[@GardengateDreamer]

Love seeing the honey bees on your flowers, they are so beautiful!! No reason for thumbs down on this video!!!

[@sarahclements8938]

Today I am 8 months from getting married to my future husband and we will be looking for a house in a couple months! I've already been dreaming/visioning my landscaping and garden at our firat home and I am really wanting to plant some Dahlias and Zinnias! Your work is such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing!

[@Bamboo4U2]

What gardening zone will you be in?

[@sarahclements8938]

@@Bamboo4U2 6b. I currently live in that same zone lol.

[@Bamboo4U2]

@@sarahclements8938 ah, I'm a 7a, so we're close. Normal precipitation? More/less?

[@sarahclements8938]

@@Bamboo4U2 yes we get precipitation. I'd say more so in the late spring "April showers bring May flowers". Can have some rain in the winter. Varies. Sometimes I feel like some weeks we could get all 4 seasons in one week lol

[@Bamboo4U2]

@@sarahclements8938 wow, sounds perfect for gardening. Best of luck to you.

[@Bamboo4U2]

And to all those who habitually rant about how much money Laura spends on plants (despite this being her business), this was probably the least expensive (cost-wise) arrangement she's ever done. Sure, there was the cost of the infrastructure/investment of the drip tape and staking materials but they're all reusable. Next year, her only costs would be seeds and new tubers, if she likes. I'm not big on dahlias but the pom-pom variety is spectacular, at least from a geometric perspective. It's remarkable nature creates such perfect structure in flower blooms, huh? Can't wait for the tree-planting video....

[@Bamboo4U2]

@Ella Blun you kinda just proved my point, lol. Thanks! Kisses, Jake

[@ritasicari7518]

@Ella Blun She's been attacked many times for the amount of plants she buys. The fact that you use the term 'filthy rich' shows that you're jealous. Why on earth do you care how much property she buys? Five acres is more than some have but much less than others. What does it matter to you? And your comment about getting paid to defend her?...Get a grip, woman.

[@mcpheejesus5945]

Gifted & anointed hands you have there, Laura. You & Russell make me smile every single day. You're a superior gardener and a joy to watch. Keep up the great work! May God bless you & yours always.

[@ssiissoojj]

Russel!!! He is a star! Beautiful garden, awesome dahlias. I always put your 75 flower bouquets give away, when I have a gloomy day. Makes me happy instantly. Thank you for your work!

[@ameliamartinez4431]

Hi Laura,you are so blessed,every thing u plant comes alive.u have the gift that the good Lord has given u to b able to share with all💕so don’t feel guilty u are doing a great job ❤️stay safe and 😊 thank you

[@tvcat3665]

My 95 year old aunt used to love the dinner plate dahlia that was given to her. Thanks for the memory.

[@alivingston2490]

Wow! Absolutely gorgeous! I have been so excited to see an update on the dahlias. No matter how much you say that you aren't a florist...I disagree! Your skills amaze me!

[@Bamboo4U2]

It looks to me like she's been practicing this for years. I wonder if there are any professional florists among us who can comment on her arrangements.

[@willowingchintz]

@@Bamboo4U2 Does it truly matter? I think we know Laura is not a "florist" but the majority of us love her arrangements. Really she makes the arrangements for her own enjoyment and for her family. I did go over to the person that commented on her arrangement and have to say I love Laura's arrangements better. To each his own and we need to remember that Laura is not a professional and never pretends to be one.

[@Bamboo4U2]

@@willowingchintz does it truly matter you ask? Well, considering I ASKED THE QUESTION, I'd say (evidently) it does to me. Don't tell me what I get to ask of others in a discussion forum. It's weird, power-trippy nonsense.

[@coloraturaElise]

Amazing flower arrangement! Professional work from a non-professional arranger = Professional Arranger!!

[@MidwestGirl]

I love that you have bulbs from Floret AND Home Depot - and you have no shame in that! Something for everyone's budget! Thanks for sharing!

[@tiffinyharrington9307]

That arrangement is LUSCIOUS! The Cafe au Lait dahlias are divine. Love this💗

[@plantfacts9516]

russel be like "pay attention to me"

[@JJ-fm3hr]

Russell: "Where is it? I think I may need glasses."

[@nhunter6506]

J J Russell pops in about 2:40😀

[@gemmaavary4996]

OH MY WORD ♡♡♡ A Little Piece of Heaven on Earth♡♡♡ GOD CREATED SUCH BEAUTY♡♡♡ It is SO BEAUTIFUL every where you LOOK♡♡♡ ALL GLORY GOES TO OUR OMNIPOTENT CREATOR ♡♡♡ Laura, GOD is using you and your Precious Family to share HIS AWESOME CREATIONS AND BLESSINGS ♡♡♡ GOD BLESS EVERYONE ♡♡♡ You are A Beautiful SOUL♡♡♡

[@cannibalrj7747]

i'm watching from my computer and i couldn't resist the urge to cuddle Russell as soon as he appeared

[@malliemargaret2895]

I get as much pleasure from seeing Laura's genuine happiness with her flowers as I do the beauty of the flowers. I was trying to explain that to someone recently, that gardening is not just about the plants, but about the process, and the potential in everything we grow. What a great video to start the day. Thanks for that. :)

[@barleyhops38]

@Laura! OMG you now are over 1 million subscribers!!!! Congrats on your Gold!

[@janineroberts4611]

Just watching your cut flower garden encourage me to buy one acre land in the future so I can have my own cut flower garden as well as vegetable garden. The flower arrangement is gorgeous!!! Super love!!! You have inspired me in so many ways since day one I have watch your channel five years ago.

[@lyser1015]

I ordered 16 tubers of Cafe Au Lait from Eden Brothers a couple weeks ago, and I can't wait to get flowers next year!!! I have never grown dahlias before, but I decided to give it a try. I'm also going to attempt to start a small flower farm on a portion of my one acre property. Even if I'm not successful in sales, I'm going to have so many gorgeous blooms that I can still enjoy 😊

[@cherigreen4471]

Wishing you lots of luck on your new venture and like you said you will have gorgeous blooms to enjoy!

[@trace9657]

I think the Cafe Au Lait was my favorite, I like the pure white varieties too. I have three purple varieties, two bloomed fairly well, but they are done now. The other one has fantastic foliage, no blooms. Strange.

[@sonialegault8673]

Very beautiful, love the cat visits.

[@fizzypop1858]

Gorgeous flowers, Laura. You showed some of them with spots of dust and that reminded me of all my flowers and veggies that are covered in ash from all the fires here in the Rogue Valley, and other parts of Oregon and California. We've got ash all over everything. (Sigh) But, my plants are still alive and I'm not complaining. I have family who lost everything to the fire; escaped in his vehicle with only the clothes on his back as the flames devoured his entire home. We helped other family members evacuate their homes last week, too; luckily, they didn't lose anything. I am grateful the fires are being put out, the smoke is going away, and the ashes will soon stop falling all around us. We could sure use some rain and drought relief here in the PNW.

[@waureenkyriacou5056]

all the white varieties are enormous , and gorgeous.....anyone would love these in a flower bed

[@nancyarroyo1758]

That flower arrangement looks gorgeous.

[@martinaparsons5776]

I love all your arrangements they are always so beautiful! And Russell is the best...🐈

[@zukosmom3780]

Laura, you are such an inspiration. You love gardening so much and it shows. You are very talented too when it comes to flower arrangements. Beautiful

[@risalangdon9883]

Beautiful, that snow bound has more of a snow ❄ flake appearance. Just love it!!

[@bethlovesthings]

Three things: 1. The fact that we are almost guaranteed a suprise cat in every video makes me so genuinely happy 2. I just love seeing the sunflowers peaking over the top of the dahlia patch too. Majestic. 3. I forget that you guys hit over 1 mill subs and it makes me smile everytime I see it haha such a lovely community. 💖 Still waiting for that pony tail video 🤣

[@mikedanalarson847]

STUNNING!!! What a beautiful way to start the day 🦋🐝🌸🌻

[@cassandraexum4600]

Such a wonderful job with the flowers! And the close ups from 16:30-17:00 were incredible... I could FEEL my blood pressure dropping. Have a lovely day 💕

[@vickieandrews5709]

Oh Laura, you should be very proud of your gifts. Your are creative in so many different areas. I just love your flower garden and the gorgeous arrangement.

[@lolanytzsfootprints7215]

I’m so in love with your cut flower garden❤️

[@lindalee601]

Oh how pretty! Its soft and relaxing to the eyes. 🌻💗🌻💗

[@suekuly4723]

Those flowers are so pretty. Isn’t Mother Nature amazing! Love your arrangement. You always make it look so easy🙌🏻

[@deannededemarievogel-hampt9954]

LAURA, THE ARRANGEMENT IS GORGEOUS!!!I love the warmth of the colors 😍 You have made me fall in love 😍 with dahlias, that cafe Ole is so beautiful . I hope your smokey air is starting to get better. Take care and God bless you all.

[@ajlugton1]

So exciting! Just coming into spring here in Australia, and my dahlias are only just starting to put their little green heads above the ground. I only have about 10 plants, but can't wait to see them all in bloom over summer!

[@dawnmartin4286]

All the different dahlias are gorgeous perfection. The arrangement is beautiful, once again. Thank you for sharing all this beauty! (And Russell...) 😍💚

[@laurarosario7750]

I just love hearing your upbeat voice in the morning while I work. You are so refreshing... and knowledgeable!

[@dawnitalutz1953]

that music almost matches the beauty of the floral arrangement. Both are beautiful!!!!!

[@kerryjean2223]

Dearest Laura, My Mum would love you as her daughter. When I was a little girl, I asked my Mum to cut some flowers out of her garden so I could take a bunch of flowers to my school teacher. She said no, only because she couldn't bring herself to give up her flowers. Anyway, I was crying on my way to school because of it, and a lady up the road whom was outside and had a garden full of blooming roses asked me why I was crying. I told her and she said that she would have a bunch of flowers ready for me to take to my teacher the next day. It was massive. And so beautiful. But, it wasn't until decades later that I realised my Mum would have really appreciated those gorgeous flowers herself x

[@BongSnay007]

Wonderful story. I love that.

[@shirleysenkler781]

That arrangement is perfection! The colors are stunning, I will probably add some dahlias next year. Can't decide which type of flower I like the most but those tightly curled petals are so different from anything in my garden. I have mostly peony, hydrangea, heuchera, hosta and sedum so a good variety of flower shapes and sizes. You are such a good influence on this amateur.

[@marlenebennett6148]

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[@woodydietz7512]

I love your freestyle way of arranging flowers 💐. I think what is available in the garden makes you rethink how to arrange them. Lovely ! The music in the background took me back to college when all our friends played various instruments together and it was a great memory! Thanks

[@amyhoff1501]

Russell loves you so much, he always seeks you out . Those cushy twist ties is something I nee ,too

[@nutritionfacts727]

Thank you for being such a inspiration! I never did flower arrangements ever before but after watching your videos for long time now. I go in my yard and find what flowers I have and trying to find different texture leaves and make my own arrangement and that brings so much joy to me but also to my family !!

[@nhunter6506]

Yes! Me too! And incorporating her attitudes toward plants has brought a world of difference to my life !

[@pambuehler6402]

Perfection - the video, the floral arrangement, the music and your garden!

[@mnmarsch]

That’s the most beautiful bouquet I’ve ever seen

[@lucyhooper9338]

Russel is so cute. He always comes to you when you are filming. so cute he wants to be in the videos to.

[@Madeen1982]

Laura : "You can see the drip hole..." Russell : "Ha! Not anymore!"

[@vmcougarintn5035]

I see the 'director' is inspecting your work today, he's a real star. Laura, you make arranging flowers look easy. Mine never come out like that. (Grin) Thank you for sharing. Stay safe.

[@turtlelilysgarden5258]

Laura , your arrangements look better than any of my local florist. Beautiful

[@ransfordrowe6409]

I'm in Dahlia heaven thanks to this video.Wow such a lovely variety of flower shapes,colours and sizes.Well done

[@lorrainewilson9818]

Russell just came for a little loving lol

[@laurensinclair529]

Love this arrangement! You are such an inspiration to my sister and I. We are in our 20s and both grew things from seed for the first time this year. It is so rewarding. Also I was pregnant last year with my first. When I forgot things I blamed it on “pregnancy brain” .

[@oliviaivey1035]

Just Stunning. You make little miracles with your hands. Love how it came out.

[@helenbaxter5270]

I am so proud of you guys. U had such a vision and worked hard to see all of your fruit for your labor.

[@mercedesmisa3383]

Watching from Philippines.What a beautiful flower arrangement Laura.😍❤

[@lisadonnelly3264]

Kiora from New Zesland 🌏 loved seeing all the Dahlias 🤗The arrangement is so beautiful 🌿🌺🌿 Bet your Mum loves coming to your cut flower garden and getting some blooms fof her place 😍

[@lucyyoung9406]

Gorgeous as usual.

[@jeanfasulo7588]

Laura, it is beautiful!! You are getting better at arrangement every time you make a new one, great job!! Be Proud!! And Russel is more aware of your condition 👶he has become your body guard ( lo lll)..

[@reginacaporn]

Absolutely beautiful Laura, you are a very talented lady x

[@MommaFromScratch]

I just planted my first dahlias I’m so excited but nervous I did them to close. I didn’t realize they get so tall. One day hoping to have a cut garden like yours

[@angelamesman4025]

L p

[@judiemcpherson8586]

Label it Laura’s Pink Perfection 🌸🧚‍♂️🌸

[@deborahmouille1718]

Wow! A flower lovers eye candy! What a display of perfection, Laura! The more I watch you, the more inspired I get to plant 'more!' Simply gorgeous!

[@agonz1438]

I'm just in aww---so gorgeous! Your garden is glorious and your arrangement is absolutely dreamy! I thank you so much for sharing!

[@Neyobe]

1.01 Million subs!!!!!!!

[@Elle_emental]

I love the bachelor's buttons and the celosia! The textures add something special to the softer flowers. I really enjoy the overall structure.

[@hananmarji-nimri1461]

Loura Loura Loura , thank you for make me smile , may God bless you and bless Aaron and little Benjamin , we love you guys and love your videos .

[@miracerro6136]

such a beautiful place to live....i hope someday i’m gonna have this kind of thing but not as big garden as yours...you are such an inspiration to me and everyone else...more videos please😉😘😘😘

[@irispresley3182]

They are beautiful.

[@MissPrissy6688]

Drip tape info very helpful. Love your show. Your little family...adorable.

[@sweetchildmine08]

Stunning floral arrangement, girl you got talent!

[@kathy8832]

You make the most beautiful arrangements. The colors are gorgeous.

[@susievarady275]

What a beautiful arrangement. Your flowers are just lovely.

[@carolinesingh9776]

Holy moley, that Karma Chocolate looks so velvety and beautiful 😍

[@GardeningInCanada]

Hello from Canada 🇨🇦 ☺️

[@marthamiriam8983]

Talented Laura, that was beautiful, EVERYTHING!!

[@adriennegarcia2986]

Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous arrangement!!!

[@nancyaureli6547]

Thank you for sharing your beautiful flowers and day.

[@stickfusion]

Beautiful!!! Fresh cut flowers from your garden in your home every week💐🌺🌻

[@judygray7718]

Beautiful composition and structure in arrangement.....you are gifted, my dear! Lovely🌲🌿

[@gracejimenez1370]

What a gorgeous arrangement...perfection!!! I can’t wait for next year and see your new flower space and see what changes you do.

[@amyshafer1109]

You always add the disclaimer that you are not a professional when it comes to flower arranging...and that's what I love the most. That is doesn't have to look like it came straight from the "trained" florist to be beautiful. It gives me the courage to go into my own yard, cut a bunch of stems and toss the traditional arrangement shapes aside. I love the whimsy with which you create, this one is no exception.

[@nhunter6506]

Amazing growth! Russell is fun! I’m going to try drip tape next year!

[@mysterious7215]

NAMASTE LAURA I WISH YOU MAY BE SAFE .LOVE FROM INDIA 🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@peggyshook6746]

You have gift of arranging flowers

[@terria9739]

How beautiful is your cut garden! Your flower arrangements are always so lovely to behold. Russell is a film cat for sure, lol.

[@brendapoole4938]

Just beautiful! I want to try a “small” area of these next year, so pretty!

[@mikelowe5457]

For the ultimate Dahlia fantasy check out Swan Island. Even when I'm out of room I can't help myself

[@Bamboo4U2]

What is that? A website? A KZbin channel? A physical place?

[@oishd6077]

@@Bamboo4U2 a website, full of gorgeous dahlias , that will make you bankrupt 😂😂

[@Bamboo4U2]

@@oishd6077 ah, thanks!

[@marsharenander2111]

It’s also a physical site on the west side of Oregon in Canby, Oregon. My daughter and I have been to the Swan Island Dahlia Festival several times. 😍

[@terricamp2437]

I purchased about 5 dahlias for next year from Swan Island!

[@celinefrancis4910]

Just like fruits and vegetables harvested from home,it is equally satisfying to get home grown cut flowers too. The dahlia video was superb.wish you'll upload one more video when they are in full bloom.

[@camelscrafts]

Hey Laura! I have some general gardening questions for a school project and was wondering if you could answer some for me! What do you love about your garden? Why do you do it? What do you hate about gardening? What little things are harder than they should be in the garden? If you could have a tool that doesn't yet exist to help you in your garden, what would it be? Thanks so much Laura! I hope you have a good day, you're an inspiration :)

[@donniellecarney7067]

[@YourWorcesterGirl]

Question for Aaron: Do you ever get flowers for Laura and how do you choose?

[@angieparrish7905]

Those are the dreamiest colors ever!

[@lynlijalysbalderdottir4563]

Laura, I’ve heard you say that you’re not an expert at arranging flowers. I 100% disagree! You are fantastic at arranging. I’d hire you to make arrangements for any event I might have. Aaron, the footage you shot while Laura was gathering flowers was beautiful. I loved the music choice you made and the montage of blooms really inspiring. I can’t wait to see the cut flower garden in a couple of weeks. My favorites are the big fluffy ones that resemble “wild” growth. Just beautiful.

[@LaurieEggleston37]

I love the "Shaggy" dahlias! Thank you for sharing! They are just gorgeous! I learned something - pinching. I wondered why I had a few short-stemmed flowers! Do you pinch when they are just budding - wait for them to open?

[@Bamboo4U2]

Great question (about when and where to pinch back).

[@berniecelee5062]

Laurie: blog.longfield-gardens.com/how-and-why-to-pinch-your-dahlias/#:~:text=This%20holds%20true%20whether%20you%20are%20growing%20border,rapidly%20and%20will%20quickly%20recover%20from%20being%20pinched.

[@TexasMyTexas]

Beautiful!! Was that Aaron playing the guitar while you were arranging? 🤠 🇺🇸

[@tishgordon]

Yes...inquiring minds want to know :D

[@Bamboo4U2]

Nah, he was probably in the background, viscously murdering sunflowers. "That man."