Designing an Old-Fashioned Cottage Garden

[@dustyacres]

You put Peppermint in the ground? I did that years ago and it took over...Nice video can't wait to see it mature

[@Silverstreamhomecrafts]

I agree , nothing spreads like mint!

[@HeartsContentFarmhouse]

All my favorite words... old fashioned, cottage, garden 😻 can’t wait to see how it grows!

[@mandythislovelypath3740]

These are the kinds of gardens I just love. They seem more magical. Where do you source the rarer herbs? I can't find many of them.

[@lill1557]

Some of the sites I've used: www.seedsavers.org/department/herb-seeds www.richters.com/Web_store/web_store.cgi?show=list&prodclass=Herb_and_Vegetable_Plants&cart_id=3097553.5108 www.thegrowers-exchange.com/Medicinal_Herbs_s/121.htm

[@ohioladybug7390]

I wondered that too. I looked for current tomatoes last year and only found some on Amazon but they did not grow.

[@Dr.Mrs.TheMonarch]

Love your set up and plant choices. It's going to be beautiful when it all starts coming in. Thank you for the list!

[@Freakontheway]

Hey Carolyn, the way you planned this garden, and the way it looks later, is the way we usually plan and plant our gardens where I come from. Not always with all usable plants, usually with perennials and ornamentals, but combinations make the best gardens ;) Right now I am planning to add more herbs and spices in the garden close to our house. We hope to be able to rent a plot of land next season, to use for vegetables. In The Netherlands most people who live in the city or in some town, who love plants and have the space for it, have gardens like a cottage garden, or sort of the same in pots for the balcony. Some have a little plot of land somewhere on the outskirts of the town, for flowers or veggies. Often, when we see streets of cities or towns in the US (in movies or via googlemaps) we marvel about the lack of plants and the excess of grass around the homes. Ah well. The joy and adventures of different cultures ;) Take care, God bless, and lots of love, Diana

[@mcdc101201]

you guys are amazing! thank you for such helpful and organized info!

[@muddyacres9334]

As far as I'm concerned, this is the best of the garden. Almost potager style. I love it. Such a mixture....all together!! I love it!!!

[@nmdispatchlady]

So Jealous, Have a veg garden and so want a kitchen/ Cottage garden. My problem is there is only ME so perhaps one day. Maybe I can convince the grandgirls to help me get started on the new garden space in the next few years.

[@brendachapman4559]

Get some kind of mulch like wood chips or clean straw to cover the ground where you want the garden.The ground will get very soft and all you will have to do is pull back the mulch where each plant will have their new home and plant. Much Love and Blessings

[@candyd12822]

I love your cottage garden and looking forward to seeing it as it grows.

[@LittleCountryCabin]

Beautiful!! Looking forward to the progress. You have definitely given me some great ideas for my herb garden that we are in the process of planning thanks and God bless y’all❤️

[@brucewayne-cn4vd]

Another amazing flower to grow are marigolds. So easy to collect seeds and flower like crazy. Really help the cottage feel.

[@carolschedler3832]

Looking forward to seeing updates of your marvelous cottage garden!!!

[@indarafarms]

Thanks so much for not only sharing your cottage design but making a list to help others design there’s. I have always wanted to design my cottage perennial herb patch and this information will help me to do that. ❤️

[@cherylfreier6418]

Where do you find all these herbs to plant Thank you for sharing

[@searose6192]

How do you not get massive amounts of slugs while using straw? I used straw on my beds and ended up with….no exaggeration, 18 slugs on one single pepper plant one morning after picking them all out by hand the night before and zillions of others throughout. As soon as I removed the straw, my starts were able to survive.

[@leah_terry]

Your cottage garden is looking great! It will be exciting to see more of it as it grows and begins to fill in the space. I love that you will have a seating area to enjoy your coffee! And how fun to have a path through the beans for the littles. Thank you so much for the list of plants you're using in this garden.

[@rogerswan615]

Thank you so much. Are you planting through the cardboard/construction layer or just in the compost/mulch layer? I would have so liked to see you actually doing some planting! I can dig and weed but feel challenged when it comes to the real McCoy - planting!

[@kristycook6041]

Awesome video. Your knowledge base is huge. Many years of due diligence, research, application, and love. Thank you for sharing. On another note, where did you get your cuca melon seeds?

[@teresaroman3348]

How very wonderful - this really is going to be an amazing place for you and the children. Thank you for sharing. Please update us, often.

[@jimilahall77]

Hi!! So we are in North Idaho as well and beginning to homestead on 10 acres. May I ask, what part of the panhandle are you in? We are in Spirit Lake. You guys are an inspiration. Love learning from you!

[@sansomspressurecleaningpoo9519]

What are you using for your mulch? How did you make your signs what are they made of? Would you please tell me again what’s the name of that rose bush. Do you know if it grows good in zone 10 I am in sunny South Florida as always thank you so much for taking time out of your day to make these beautiful videos. Your knowledge is much appreciated God bless you and your family

[@JeanBaker]

I have never grown a cottage garden or an herb garden, so my question is two part: First, can I put herbs in pots in the cottage garden and then bring them inside in the fall to keep them going over winter? Or is it better to just put them in the ground (especially perennials) and then preserve the harvest in the fall? Thank you!

[@Tammy-cu3nk]

Congratulations on Your Garden Area, it looks great. Love how you are laying it out and have a snack area for the kids.😁 Keep us informed as it grows, I would love to see that.

[@shelbycausey5081]

Would love to see that PDF reposted! I have been wanting to do a medicinal garden for years but could never manage certain elements, like what I should have in there. Please repost if possible !!

[@amandaburt8380]

Thank you so much for your list of plants and uses. I was wondering, in regards to Lavender and Sage....well any plant really. There are so many varieties. How do you choose which one is best?

[@theophanial9432]

your love of plants is contagious! beautiful video, thank you for sharing your skills.

[@Jocelyn17x]

Beautiful!! How do you keep control of grass or weeds growing in your beds? What are you using the hay for?

[@terarenae]

Hay controls grass and weeds and as it decomposes, it mulches right in as a compost. At least that's what I use it for. :)

[@afistfulofdandelions8238]

What a wonderful collection you have going !!! Love all the inspiration !!!

[@Cenepk101]

Looks like you aren't in the south... It won't take over there... Great herb selection... Very very nice....

[@Linda-kb7ft]

Is there any where you have listed the names and where you planted them.. As in a floor plan for lack of a better description on my part? And what is your sun factor? ( all sun? part shade? And on south? or north? Or? side of you house?

[@Stick_N_Tea]

Hello, it says the list has moved, and when i clicked onto the new link, it didn't take me to the list. Id also move mpre videos on how you use your cottage kitchen garden. This is something I want to have outside my own homestead.

[@BiancaH1120]

Do you have a POA to stop the mint and lemon balm taking over? Ive always wanted to put mine in the ground, but the took over so badly last time, im a bit apprehensive

[@amyhowell4000]

The garden looks amazing. Can't wait to see it in full bloom. xxx

[@lcostantino7931]

Try steeping sprigs of Basil,, all types makes wonderful teas ..

[@Cenepk101]

You put oregano in there ????? I did that 6 years ago--- Now my entire bed is oregano....

[@suehouse533]

Very inspiring and informative. Thanks!

[@gloriamayes6337]

Garden looks amazing! Thanks for sharing, hope to see updates on fruit trees.

[@sewfit4you219]

I love your cottage garden. Can't wait to see it later in the year when the tiny plants have grown.

[@marijovarney2592]

In one of your videos you mentioned one or two herb books you would recommend, i could not find them; would you mind sharing them again

[@davejenns7641]

It is going to look beautiful. You have the perfect spot !!

[@sandrasherer8779]

What morning glory do you grow that does not spread like wild fire😊

[@jar2979]

Liked your video but can’t find link to Josh’s video 😢

[@cajuncottagefarm2253]

This cottage garden will be so beautiful!

[@lk7637]

Looks wonderful. Can't wait to see it as it grows.

[@walkbyfaithfamily9177]

It’s going to be beautiful! Can’t wait to see it take off! 🤗

[@Amanda_in_wonderland]

Looks amazing 😉 I can’t wait to see it in bloom❤️🥰

[@Marylu3172]

What a lovely place! I know this is an old video. Do you have an update with how it looks now?

[@laurenbowles130]

Oh my!!! Can you come to my home and help me make this too?!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@crystalstanley916]

Great Video appreciate all the great content of your video's! But FYI the link is broken for your list of plants.

[@HomesteadingFamily]

Thank you! We will get that link updated.

[@ahandmadehomestead]

I noticed you planted the lavender directly in the ground. I think I’m in the same or a slightly warmer zone than you (6b) but I have been unable to get lavender to survive the winter. Do you do anything special to it in fall/winter?

[@hootnannyhomestead8338]

O girl that is so wonderful you are going to enjoy that so much. ONE DAY yes one day I will get my area I have planned for my cottage Garden and herb garden cleared and put out my plants...but until then I will revel in yours. God bless

[@MichaelSHartman]

You might try Mullein (zones 3-9) for colds and congestion, Ecgincea (zones 3-9) for colds, Willow (6-8) for pain. Turmeric and ginger (>7), and Spilanthus will need to be brought, if you can grow at all. You might regret the very invasive, including root Morning Glory. I might be wrong about the layout, but some of your areas are so large that plants can't be reached from the path. This can lead to soil compaction, dirty shoes, and inaccessibility.

[@TheSlowens]

Carolyn.... ABSOLUTELY beautifully done. You know your plants, and I love it! This is really gonna being not only beautiful for the eyes, but to reach out and pull some basil to add to your pot.. Oh I love it.. Like you said I live my straight line veggie garden, but I enjoy reaching out my back door for my herbs... Good gardening.... look forward to updates.. 🍃🍃🍃🍃🍃

[@christiebetts4970]

I love a cottage garden.They do take a little work to keep the most aggressive plants from completely taking over.I love to hear about the children snacking in the garden,what a wonderful way to grow up!

[@Sabrina1998]

I just signed up for the summit ❤️❤️ I can’t wait. My best friend from my hometown in Germany will be here to visit and we will have such a wonderful time learning all the things we need to become more self reliant and self sufficient. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@janwc1]

I'm so glad your family exists. Praise be to God for His faithfulness in providing each step of the way. Keep up the great work.

[@rough-hewnhomestead5737]

Ohhhh! I can't wait to see this in full growth! You've got me thinking now....where could I put in a little cottage garden? My husband is going to ban me from your channel--you're always giving me great ideas! ;) God bless!

[@CottageGardensonForest]

I created a potager with herbs, quick grab vegetables and of course flowers that I can cut for arrangements for my home. I’m loving it and yours looks spectacular. I’d love to see updates at different stages of growth. How are you going to to treat it for winter interest as it is so close to the home? Love your labels. I used branches to create teepees as well. Still working on creating a low waddle style edging. Are you going to create a children’s garden? I’m considering to create an adjacent area for my grandchildren to garden with miniature varieties of edibles and dwarf flowers. Please share your sorrel soup recipe. Thanks for sharing !!

[@susangortva7939]

i have scarlett runner beans. love them. i hope my morning glories grow back this year. love them too that rose is beautiful. I have a perennial hibiscus. zone 5 B upstate NY. I tried the potato onions, but instead of multiplying, they didn't grow back for me. I have good luck with the egyptian walking onions. have 2 year old plants to dig up and 1 year old plants to keep growing. this way i always have green onion stalks and real onions in the late summer. that garden will be gorgeous. wishing you success. good luck with it

[@Thewellshomestead]

What's the square footage of your garden area?

[@saotree4711]

It's gorgeous Carolyn! And the joy it is bringing you is written all over your face :) God bless you and that beautiful baby garden

[@jeffreyloucks6571]

I noticed your fence charger. I run the same brand. Mine were having to be replaced every few years because of exposure to weather. I built a small"house" out of some scrap plywood and a hinge. As a result it is now 6 years and still no problems. It's heartwarming to see what you are offering to the younger generations. I can't imagine the time and work spent. God bless, Jeff and Renee

[@ginapaquet5563]

It's August 1, 2019... when will you update us on this kitchen garden area???

[@susanlee9532]

Have ever smelled the Sterling rose? They call it the silver rose but it is more lavender. My dream of a cottage garden well you’re living it😊👍❤️❣️🥰

[@missioncreekfarm7715]

That catnip is gonna get big! I have one that started out in a 2" pot that is now a 3' circle and about 18" high. The bees love it! Beautiful purple flowers.

[@LisaB_at_Pine_Ridge]

I am just trying my hand at my first cottage/kitchen gardening...it's been a rough Spring here but at least I have a start and will likely be moving lots around for awhile. Thanks for the great tips!

[@sweetmaries]

Caroline, you and your family have such a beautiful property. You've done so much in such a short time! I'm still trying to figure out who to keep deer (and horses, and dogs) out!

[@tracydempsey6283]

How exciting! It looks beautiful. Every since I began to watch your channel I have been so motivated to get outside and grow something. I live in the city but I have planted one tomato plant, one jalapeño plant, and one pablano pepper plant. I now go out side in the morning and evening to visit. Thank for your inspiration!💕

[@erikacronje8985]

I just have a picture in my mind about the end result, looking good so far! I am also planting butterfly peas whenI start my Spring garden in Sept as I do eco printing and natural dyeing. You know it is ph sensitive so you can change the colour by changing the ph :-D

[@stephaniehastie4655]

Can you grow some of the hardy hibiscus? We are in zone 5 and I have little trouble. I know some list for zone 4 and up.

[@leslie.L773]

Hello I just found your channel I'm loving it I've been doing a lot of research on homesteading I live colorado and I'm realy looking into off grid cabin and land I've gained a new love of canning from your videos. But love your cottage garden . Was wondering if you have video on your homestead ?

[@jessicaroberts4975]

I watched the other video about your cottage garden first and then this. How exciting to see how your dreams came true. I'm making something similar now.

[@kazbar7611]

Thanks for this video. I'm in the UK so I'm more used to an English cottage garden. So it was very interesting to see your version of a cottage garden. I love the cottage garden look. And you have inspired me to add more herbs into my own cottage garden.

[@susanb5873]

This is really my dream garden. I kind of copied you guys on the main garden. I don't think it's too late in the sprin to start on this one. I'm listening in on your herbal medicine mani course that you have started. It is really good so far❤❤❤ Thank you soo much for sharing your work.

[@CupCakeeContagious]

This is adorable! I can't wait to have a coffee spot in the garden. My family is just about to purchase our first home. Thanks for the great videos! This will be a helpful resource along our homestead journey!

[@nouyang2073]

Wow you have a beautiful yard

[@miamisweets]

It's so lovely! It would be great if you showed how you cook with Sorrel...we grow it, but don't know how to use it aside from adding a few to salad.

[@dancnluc1]

Would love to have such an area. Can’t wait to see it later on. I grow most my herbs in pots except for a mint which I just love the smell of it and for the first time made some tea from it. I have so much to learn still. I am a newbie to fresh grown herbs.

[@ginapaquet5563]

So far stunning ... question, cannot wait to see it in its glory... hopeful no weeds. continued success... tour of your new home soon??

[@nancyhaywood2872]

thank you carolyn for the tour. i'm very excited to see the garden. it will be so wonderful to see it progress. i wish you could possibly do a series on the products you use your herbs for. thank you for sharing. you have a fabulous place there.

[@ourstoryhomestead2873]

It's fantastic. Can't wait to see it all come together. Your vision is going be beautiful. 🌼🌹

[@rebeccamorris1032]

I am excited to see this in full maturity! Are all of these perinnials in your garden? What zone do you live in?

[@deboracroft1292]

So Thankful I found your Channel! You guys are awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@decolonizeEverywhere]

Beautiful already! Careful about too much sorrel, high in oxalates that should only be eaten in moderation or avoided all together.

[@jadebabydoll23]

Carolyn: THE THING JUST BE DONE!!! Everyone: But why? Carolyn: FOR THE AESTHETIC!!!!

[@savoy6100]

Can you use any of those roses for rose hips?

[@nicholhall2441]

Love love love it! Can't wait till it's all grown in. This is what I've always wanted to do,but didn't know how.

[@Beecozz7]

Just great, I can't wait to see it! Don't the French call that a potager? It will be lovely!!! TY

[@nanabusterd]

You should plant some evergreen shrubs, vines or boxwood to add year round structural interest.

[@PokerHillFarm]

I can't wait to see this as it grows out. This isn't the same property that you had when you left for CA is it? I don't see the link in the notes for what you planted.

[@lfloate2192]

Look wonderful. How do you keep some of your plants from being to invasive?

[@Thisisit120]

I love the shot of your little daughter in her long’s little dress walking around the pond that was cute and precious shot.

[@bobbyollar9805]

Are there any concerns with the peppermint spreading uncontrollably?

[@RoseFelton]

Thanks for sharing with us. I love your property. You have a great place there!! Looking forward to seeing the cottage garden later this summer. .

[@rawfoodelectric]

love you, Carolyn!!!

[@loripucci8453]

So excited for you! This is exactly what I've been planning for when we move to a more permanent location 💚🌞🌱🌹

[@amybrown8528]

Definitely going to try working a plan for my own! Thank you for all you share with us!

[@angelacross2216]

I love how it’s going to be your garden but it is all about sharing. That’s parenting.

[@MsBizzyGurl]

What zone are you in?

[@deborahtofflemire7727]

You are so talented