Strawberries, weeding, dead heading, Summer maintenance in the cottage garden

[@ellenmorrell8332]

Every time I watch you, it’s like a breath of fresh air! I so enjoy the videos , the chat, the flowers and you. ❤️🌸🌺🌼🐝🐝🐝

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw I’m delighted to hear that Ellen ❤️ glad you enjoy! Xx

[@amydayl3294]

I agree 👍

[@createparadise]

I was just thinking that exact same thing! 🤩😃

[@nomiharper]

Totally agree. 💕

[@ameliamonica5199]

I concur!

[@lindaroyal8161]

Hello - one of your adopted grannies here. US-Florida. Some of us viewers, a bit older, decided to adopt you as our Catherine grand daughter. We're so proud of you and your accomplishments. Your garden is really growing this year, sun flowers and strawberries are huge. I'm from an area in Florida where they have many strawberry fields, they're beautiful when flowered then fruiting. Plant City, Florida has a Strawberry Festival every year after harvest, parade, celebrations, country fair, concerts and the famous strawberry shortcakes.

[@DaintyDiaries]

I love it 😂❤️ the strawberry fields sound stunning Linda 😍

[@3in2Art]

Yes! That’s red clover in your front lawn. It surely brings back childhood memories! We used to tie the stems together (end to end) to make necklaces and crowns. ☘️🌸👧🏼👑👏🏻🥰

[@louiseperry6643]

You are so refreshing to watch. Being yourself is lovely

[@valpacheco29]

The astilbe does the best in full shade. At least in my yard it does. I’ve had that happen to mine as well. Your yard looks great ❣️

[@kerrycockburncampbell3044]

My hubby is the gardener thank goodness. All things inside are my thing!!!

[@karenrosser]

Red clover, that’s in your lawn makes lovely tea ☕️

[@christineh5790]

I’m tired just watching you Catherine!😅 You have a beautiful garden and home and a credit to your work ethic in maintaining it so beautifully. 👏❤️

[@joannemorrall5175]

Good evening, Oh i so look forward to your Sunday gardening vlogs. They bring me such joy. Could you please do a checky little vlog of you in the summer evenings attending your garden. Just a little walk around whilst your watering your plants at the end of the evening. It'll look so lovely with the twinkly lights of your summer house as well. Great video and have a great new week. x

[@createparadise]

Ooo that's a gorgeous idea for a vlog. I totally agree! Evenings in the garden are always the calmest time of the day and watering the garden on an evening is my favourite thing to do. 🧘😊

[@sharon2436]

Gardening tip to make watering easy and make your seating area a minimal work space…Buy a second garden hose. Attach it to the spigot, run the hose down the side of the house and behind your pots and then along the fence… move your reel and hose more centrally located in the yard. Turn on the hose when you need to water, no need to move your chairs!! 💖🪴🌸🌻

[@thesussexstitcher]

It is clover, and the bees love it you are right. Your Alliums are a picture, and ohh girl that chair ...x

[@LindaLoganLDLCreationsLLC]

OMgoodness you are just to funny and sweet. I love your wonderful gardening, sewing and crafting shares! God bless you girly girl!

[@stephm281]

Love to eat freshly picked strawberries from the garden. Well we enjoy all our fresh veggies also. Your garden is beautiful. Your new new chair is fitting in the greenhouse. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@angesilcock7861]

Self-heal as well as purple clover in your uncut patch 💜 😃

[@cindyschmidheini1483]

Yes you are correct, that is clover and the Bee's love it. Have a blessed week.

[@alyssalynnbarr4266]

The strawberries look amazing☺ I love the garden videos. Your garden is so amazing. Keep putting a smile on everyone's faces Catherine you are a beautiful person.

[@gardenhighlightsworm]

Enjoyed watching your video and sense of humour. Garden is beautiful 🌺

[@ellenmorrell8332]

Catherine, dear sweet girl! I got my book two minutes ago! I was afraid to open the cover because I so wanted to see your name written there. I knew that wasn’t possible because I ordered it in January and how could I get your autograph. Like I say….you take my breath away! There it was! All pretty in gold! Thank you be on words! it meant the world to me. Now I’m going to sit and look at your book. Thank you for making an old lady happy.❤️👵🏻

[@DaintyDiaries]

awwwww this gives me JOY! My heart is full, I am so happy you got a signed copy x

[@couturehelvetica1261]

Cheeky thumbs up done, now to watching the video :)

[@veronicashipley9123]

Love & Blessings from the UK Catherine ☺. Just a thought. We used to cut the lawn but keep a small wildlife circle, or indeed a square of clover/daisies for the insects 🐞 and bees 🐝. Great that you have Blondie 🐺 for company. Take care and keep smiling 🍓🍓 xx.

[@terrythomas2735]

I hope you have him your video so he can be a fan of yours. He’s famous and so are you 🥰❣️

[@bobbysandycam9677]

Astilbes like very little sunshine. Shade lovers! You have such a beautiful little oasis! Your peonies made me smile!! 🌸

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw thanks so much ❤️❤️ hope you have a lovely week xx

[@cullumkille2372]

The garden is lovely! You definitely have a green thumb. 💖🌹🌼💐🌸🐝🐝

[@opalmoon2256]

Sunday Funday with Dainty n Blondie 💗🌻

[@naturalgalwilliams]

I love the chair..an original for a down the earth gal. OneLove ❣

[@cissyhernandez1224]

May I recommend getting a hand truck. It’s a game changer for moving heavy things by yourself. I even moved a refrigerator by myself. I bought mine for 5.00 at a garage sale 😀

[@ruthrice3498]

Yes its Clover and smells lovely. As kids we would search for ever to find a four leaf clover to give you the luck of the Irish. Im not irish but good fun finding them in the south of England. Along with Butter ups and Daises to make flower chains (necklaces.

[@kathywalsh9312]

Alstilbe loves cool moist soil but not soggy - and y what you have is lovely red clover!

[@mshannarose12]

My astilbe absolutely cooked in our hot Aussie summer sun! I must move it now while everything is dormant (if it's still alive). Thank you for the reminder! Love your garden vlogs.

[@janeenbreyman212]

Happy Fourth of July from the USA! My daughter was born on the fourth. My little "firecracker" is turning 24!

[@debj4829]

Hi, thought 😄 A few holes in the base of your fire pit to drain the water. Glad you liked the Croc pic😂😂💖🇦🇺

[@peggygilbertsen9099]

Astilbes really thrive in shade. Your garden is lovely

[@abilin1922]

She is honestly an inspiration to me, I would LOOOVE A GARDEN LIKE THAT I love what you are doing keep it up!!!

[@KB-eb6qb]

I use a 2 wheel dollie to move all my heavy pots and bags for gardening.

[@peggynorton5535]

I just mowed my 1.75 acre yard. Picked up sticks, and two beers someone lost on the road. Lol hot, no thanks. Fed the birds seed, suet cakes and bird jelly. Fresh water in their bath. Drinking cherry lemonaid and listening to the doves. Ive cleaned out my fridge but have the dishes soaking while i enjoy birdsongs...Happy 4th everyone!!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Oh wow Peggy now you’ve certainly earned the relaxing and celebrations for the 4th! Enjoy it ❤️

[@archangelraphael4200]

Thanks for the giggles. 😄And the garden looks amazing. 🌸You’ve done so much since I started watching you videos. Hugs for Blondie. 🐱

[@kerrycockburncampbell3044]

Enjoy your youth and productivity....sadly it doesn't last forever. However aging in Canning Vale, looking out every morning from my upstairs bedroom windows, at trees, bushes and passing walkers is VERY GOOD. 4th sunny winters day in a row, mid winter. Beautiful walks nearby. God has been kind to me!!!

[@DaintyDiaries]

That sounds dreamy 😍

[@irismoles9369]

love your video catching up now well i love them all

[@rebeccalundblad4529]

I get so much enjoyment watching your videos and vlogs, you are a ray of sunshine. Love your accent. Big hello from Minnesota USA.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you so much Rebecca!x

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

Looking so forward to watching this when i get home from work! Only 4 more hours, not that I'm counting, hehe.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Hope you enjoyed ❤️

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

@@DaintyDiaries i surely did! Your garden is gorgeous. I love the new seating area, and Miss Blondie who is everywhere!

[@gabriellefox5724]

Red clover, it's so great for your bees! Hello from New Zealand 🥰

[@heathercoles3096]

Another great day with you 😘💐😘

[@phyllisbrandon6636]

Hi Catherine Everything looks beautiful! I had to laugh when you said there is a shortage of men to help with heavy chores. I have the same problem. When I am lifting something heavy I could sure use the help of some muscle power!

[@kellysquires2017]

I had to move my Astible 4 times before she was happy. I found they do best in full shade and moist damp soil. I wish I could attach a picture, I would show how nice mine finally has become in full shade.

[@cristinaravelo6031]

UN JARDÍN BELLO Y ACOGEDOR ,👏👏👏👏👏 TU TRABAJO!

[@lilmorningglory]

You've created such a beautiful garden! I remember when it was just grass. I'm currently working on a big patch of dirt. Trying to turn it into a flower meadow. Your videos inspire me all the time. 🤍

[@hiya9697]

"I think I flipped me upside or something" hehe LOVE your content! Such a great vibe here Catherine, well done 🙂XO from Canada

[@AuntieDee]

You are becoming quite the gardener!!!

[@MsDawnnee]

It's clover, and well done for leaving it for the 🐝 🐝 🐝 to enjoy! ❤

[@chrisgogreve8743]

You are so precious!! You make me smile!!

[@abilin1922]

I also just recently found your channel and I’m obsessed 😃

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw yayyy welcome Abigail ❤️❤️❤️

[@gardentours]

It's really called clover. I have it in white, yesterday I wanted to mow the grass but there were so many bees 🐝 🐝🐝 enjoying it so I left it. / No wonder that your roses 🌹 look so great with that mulch 👍

[@davidcooney3100]

Astilbe likes mostly shade and very moist conditions, give it that and it will bounce back next year.

[@annejohnson5580]

Yellow roses always make me think of Ireland.

[@christine3358]

Definitely clover, we have tons where I live!

[@rebeccalundblad4529]

Yes it is called sweet clover in the Midwest ,USA. Beautiful sweet fragrance.

[@traceygartrell3419]

Loving your inspiration

[@udyjavisd]

When you are deadheading and weeding carry a bucket with you and throw weeds in it as you go. Might save a little time. Everything looks beautiful.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Great tip Judy!

[@soitsmelaura]

Luv the refresh … whoa white lavender that’s so cool

[@jh2419]

Your garden looks blooming lovely. Blondie always tries to get involved in whatever you do bless her.

[@dianewalker9783]

You can't beat homegrown strawberries 😋 your aliums are huge and the whole garden is looking gorgeous! I've got loads of clover patches too, always see them buzzin with bees ...and I'm so chuffed that me dahlias are actually growing finally! Although I did have a good chuckle this afternoon when I realised I'd done a Dainty and successfully nutured a nettle! 😂😂

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw yayy Diane!! Thanks for stopping by ❤️

[@ramancheema5dec]

It’s so therapeutic to watch your videos at least for me… namaste from India 🇮🇳

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw thanks so much ❤️

[@MsArtistwannabe]

I love the clover and that you’re gifting it to the bees.

[@lauraburell5679]

I'm watching your video. The flowers are beautiful.

[@carolaspinall1965]

You have so much energy! Loving the new Crocs 🙂👍🥰

[@melissafields3376]

I love everything about your gardens!! Your home as well! Yes that's clover in the front yard!! You can actually make a wonderful tea with clover.

[@annbutler8302]

I heard about clover tea. Do you just do it like loose tea? I really want to try it.

[@melissafields3376]

@@annbutler8302 yes, I sometimes add just a bit of my clover honey to it for a bit of extra sweetness

[@annbutler8302]

@@melissafields3376very cool, thank you. I can't wait to try. Now to find some no one has sprayed. Living in an apt. this luxury is not easy to get.

[@melissafields3376]

@@annbutler8302 you can grow clover in a container. I have some in a hanging basket. 🙂

[@annbutler8302]

@@melissafields3376 😲🤗🤩. Thank you. I will be buying seeds this week.

[@dartlanddunbar5842]

Hit the cheeky thumbs up first. Your strawberries 🍓 are lovely and can't wait to see the sunflowers! My dahlias, coneflowers, gladiolus, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers and herbs are growing and blooming well. Okay, my brain just went on holiday. I can't think of the dainty, sweet flowers I love so. Anyway, something devoured them. I'm so sad, just a skeleton remains. 🧏‍♀️🐶😊

[@nadinehogg6373]

Love everything you do😍 you are inspiring me to get going in the garden even when my body is hurting from all the backyard work I did yesterday regards from Québec Canada 🇨🇦

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw you have to be careful Nadine 💗

[@moirawingate8901]

When I do weeding I take a bucket with me to put all the weeds in as I go. So much easier

[@tibbs4000]

I ❤ your videos!! I so look forward to new ones. I'm shorter than you my dear...I'm a wee 4'10" Ain't nothing wrong with that!

[@carollove8752]

Cooking oxtails and rice and peas while I watch you! What a joy! 😂🥰

[@petro3441]

Wow those 🍓 looks delish 😋😍.had such a great laugh at you with the yoga🤣🤣🤣

[@Nanatracie]

It's only time I ever say I need a man is when I doing garden stuff 🤣🤣🤣 recent time was when putting up 6x4 greenhouse but was chuffed when done it myself apart from a bit help when moving it into situation with help from one of my daughters, my son wasn't happy I didn't wait for him to help, my kids are so good to me ♥️♥️♥️

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw you got this Tracie!! But sometimes we all need the help 💗

[@Nanatracie]

@@DaintyDiaries that's so true, hope you have a fab time at Hampton Court, say hi to Monty for me ♥️

[@jennifersherwood1901]

A relaxing garden video . Lovely. I do think you need to get a dustpan and brush and some gardening gloves. Some plants you could get allergic to and if there is a bee or a wasp in the flowers when you are trimming them the wasp might sting you. You should ask your brother to come over and help you move your pots . When you moved the pots around In front of the greenhouse then showed us , it looked like you placed Blondie in the picture at the end .

[@sallyeve4044]

I so look forward to "cheeky thumbs up!"

[@srobs1216]

Catherine, I just admire your hard work. You are surely reaping the rewards of it. Congratulations! Your beautiful garden is a perfect retreat. Enjoy yourself.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw thanks so much ❤️ now I just need to weather to play ball and bring us the Irish heatwave!

[@deborahstuteville4768]

Astilbies do well for us in the pacific northwest. I've always thought of them as more of a shade loving plant. It does look like the leaves are a little sunburned. That might explain why it does well as it comes up in the cool spring and then as the sun gets more intense, it struggles. I'm not much of a gardener but that's my 2 cents worth. Love, love your garden!

[@susanskinner8855]

Crispy leaves is a very good indication of not enough water and they like the shade. Move it, give it a hair cut and a good shot of fertilizer or compost, water it well and plant it in a shady or dappled shape area. The hotter the area, the more shade required. Beautiful cottage garden !

[@carlottadix]

I think it needs shade all the time. I grow astilbe facing the west under a porch and overhanging soffet. You are a lovely gardener and the roses look fab.

[@heidicating1673]

I have heard that painting stones to resemble strawberries, and then placing them among the plants early in the season, the birds then peck at the stones. Once the berries ripen the birds the assume they are stones and leave them alone. "Yee Haw" from Texas.

[@louiseperry6643]

Yes its very pretty clover

[@crystaldyson3169]

Pull the top of purple flowers and taste the white of flower. It’s very sweet 🥰

[@lauriehume3395]

Clover honey

[@kebergify]

Your strawberries are so big! Glorious! Well done, my dear. Enjoy your labors.

[@janettejohnson8345]

Your an absolute Star 🌟

[@ileanaaraya3830]

Hello! I just want to say that I really admire you! I think you are the sweetest, and watching your videos makes me feel so peaceful and motivated. Thank you for sharing a little bit of your life with us!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw, x Thank you so much!!

[@normalopezingle7732]

I love your videos I wish you could put one out every day :)

[@robinsnell7249]

The bunnies will love the clover in your front yard too. Your roses are so lovely.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Hopefully so! Thanks for stopping by ❤️

[@oliveferguson7669]

☕I have my copy of your book, I'm off to the garden with a cuppa to read it x ☕

[@DaintyDiaries]

Yay! I hope you enjoy it x

[@loriannperry5302]

Beautiful Catherine. Wish I had a green thumb I used to but now I think my green thumb has turned grey like my hair. Lol

[@michellepense7894]

Get some gardener’s tape. It is flexible and won’t squish your stems. Your garden looks lovely. Howdy from Houston, Texas.

[@amx900]

Love your purple clover! Mine is white.

[@heidibear44]

Simply marvelous to see so much flourishing in your space! You are a beautiful soul.

[@peggybrowne6012]

I think I smile all the way through your videos! You have so much energy and have created such a lovely garden and home. I really appreciate you sharing with us.

[@DaintyDiaries]

That’s so sweet Peggy thanks so much ❤️

[@johnmelissaziech6207]

Astilbe is a mostly shade plant. It doesn't take full sun well. Yes, that's pink clover in your yard. It makes delicious honey. The flower has a sweet taste. We used to eat them when I was a kid. Clover is a good fixer of nitrogen to your soil.

[@cathyledin3221]

I love your videos, so calm and relaxing. No Drama! ❤️🌸❤️🌸

[@cyberninja76a]

peaceful gardening to watch for me anyway it all looks great . We will see what Texans do for the fourth of July, we are still in a heavy drought in good ole san Antonio tx. I'm going out this morning to cut down my corn it's done for the season. Have a good week. Gods blessings to you and blondie.

[@nicolafreeman6294]

You have red clover and self healing in your lawn 💜 Both edible and brilliant for wildlife

[@imeldapurcell9919]

Oh Catherine your garden is stunning. Good luck with the Phonie Rose, I’m on my fourth attempt. 🤨

[@lorrainewhitlock5377]

💖🥰🎉😍 I love watching your videos and everything that you do to make your garden grow. Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm

[@kathleenlankford6027]

Your videos are so wonderful, thank you for sharing!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Glad you like them! x