Flower Bed MAKEOVER With Retaining Wall and Irrigation Drip System

[@philipwilliams2491]

This is the most exciting video I've watched it a long time ! I really want to know what plants you put in there!!! Great job .

[@TopNotchLawns]

Awesome thanks Philip 😊👍

[@jobessnlisa2790]

I would also enjoy seeing the finished flower beds. The retaining wall was really interesting to watch. Thank you.

[@lashellbrown8502]

I’m waiting to see plants also.

[@jamestaylor3982]

@@TopNotchLawns I have really enjoyed watching how you have help so many people.

[@TopNotchLawns]

@@jamestaylor3982 thanks so much ☺️👍 Really appreciate your support

[@lupe6044]

Hola top noch que bueno es verte siempre esperando tus vídeos que tengas una linda mañana bendiciones para ti y tu familia soy Lupe pizarro de Cuenca Ecuador Cuenca Ecuador 😀🇪🇨♥️

[@TopNotchLawns]

Gracias Lupe ☺️👋👋 que tenga un buen dia

[@mossiecoleman-nortz4712]

Also, Justin, you are a really hard-working young man!!! Wish more young people had your work ethic, it really shows that you guys love what you are doing!!!! Great job, kiddo!!! Be Blessed!!!

[@TopNotchLawns]

I’ll make sure to pass that on! Happy to have him on the team

[@justinmoore6510]

Ty vm if it's not hard work then it's not fun work 🙂

[@lindagibson9528]

Oh my goodness! Ya'll did an Awesome job! It's going to look Amazing once you get it finished! Absolutely beautiful job! God Bless

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much Linda ☺️☺️👋👍 Have a great week

[@betsymess8532]

Ty I love seeing people making improvements to their homes. This raises your value and helps raise the neighborhood value. The American dream. Ty!

[@sumar207]

Brilliant tip about mixing the topsoil with the grass seeds to put grass right up next to the stone wall! Thanks for showing such wall-building details, especially the level line and how to deal with the slope.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks Sue 😊👋☺️ glad you enjoyed it appreciate your support.

[@janstanfield5162]

Bigger is always better when it comes to flower beds!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Lol 😂😊👍👍💪

[@graciemaca6996]

It's so nice that you have taken the time out of you busy schedule to do a few jobs around the house! Your son is a great help! Your home is very neat & well taken care of, I love the green garage! You have taken on a massive job, but in the end everyone is happy. What a great job you both have accomplished!!!

[@darlatidwell6255]

It looks really good, perfect! So I sure could've used you guys, as I spent all weekend scalping and weeding my gardens... Ow, the pain. 🤪

[@TopNotchLawns]

Ow! 😓 Sorry to hear Darla working in the gardens is never easy! Hopefully you have a great week

[@darlatidwell6255]

@@TopNotchLawns TYVM, same to you.

[@michelledodds8966]

What an improvement! Can’t wait to see the finished product! Your neighbors ate going to be jealous!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much glad you enjoyed it! Happy with the way it’s working out

[@frenchflyfisher]

I will agree with James, ask your wife. You and Justin did a really fabulous job, can't wait to see the shrubs, flowers or trees you intend to plant.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Lol 😂 That’s definitely always a good way to go!! Thanks so much Pauline have a great week

[@karenheartoriginal3783]

Oh meant to say that the wall turned out super amazing and really changed the look of the house. When you mentioned red maple my first thought was, 'will it clash with the red bricks?' then, 'is that too close to the house for a tree?' Can you grow Esperanza’s where you live? The yellow blooms would be a nice contrast & the size is easily managed. Can’t wait to see the next video of this project.

[@fathead2279]

Mixing seed and soil in a bucket, that is brilliant and next level landscaping !

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks 👍😊

[@MonaLyssa33]

You definitely spent more time on leveling than I did on the fire pit patio I built two years ago. I was like, 'eh, it's level enough' and now I need to redo it this year.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Yeah that’s definitely a lesson I have learned the hard way! Some of it can’t be helped but I’ve learned the more prep upfront the longer it lasts. Let us know how the fire pit works out

[@jonpogue427]

I have been wanting to see your new project! My wife is doing a little better every day! Had staples removed Friday [34]!! Still has 2 drains that will be removed in two weeks! She will still have to have 6 chemotherapy treatments just to be sure all of cancer is gone. We still need all of the prayers to continue for us,I truly believe in the power of prayers! I'm praying for everyone now and I will never stop praying! I hope you have a blessed day and the rest of the week . Thanks again my friend!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much for the update my friend. Definitely will continue with the prayers. Good to hear about the steady progress. Make sure to tell her we’re all praying and cheering for her!

[@jonpogue427]

@@TopNotchLawns I wish you could see her smile when I told her! The landscaping looks really good I can't wait to see flowers and plant's in it!!!!

[@TopNotchLawns]

@@jonpogue427 That’s so awesome Jon really appreciate you sharing 🤗🤗

[@Annie6460]

Wow! Looks super Brian! Justin did a fantastic job too. Can’t wait to see part two. ❤️🇦🇺🇺🇸

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks Anne 😊👋 I’ll definitely pass on the prize! Happy to have him on the team

[@jessicalavoe3388]

Japanese maple tree I think is perfect!!! Exactly what I was thinking when I saw you add the circle

[@TopNotchLawns]

Yeah I really like them hoping I can find the perfect one for the conditions and weather

[@jessicalavoe3388]

Love the way it looks you guys did an amazing job !!! and thanks for the tip! Gonna try that soil grass mix!!

[@jessicalavoe3388]

Hydrangeas can be an option or even hibiscus 🌺

[@mufasah888]

Looks great! Big improvement from the 2 lonely bushes that used to be there. Should look beautiful once you finish it off. Well done! 👍

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks 😊👍👋 It’s fun when it’s my own house and I get to make all the decisions!

[@johnfuller8147]

@@TopNotchLawns Love the new look of your home as well as "the bald look" Good to see you out enjoying something besides snow!!

[@Irrigationplus]

Excellent video 👍🏼

[@annezeigler5982]

Awesome transformation Brian! Very professionally done. Can’t wait to see what kind of shrubs/flowers you add.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thank you so much Anne ☺️☺️👋

[@debbieomalley3451]

Looks beautiful to this point. You are such a humble man. May God bless you and keep you close.

[@lynnhunter8367]

Well Brian, you and Justin did a stellar job! I love the transformation, I didn’t want the video to end! The landscaping process was so enjoyable to watch! ☺️ thank you!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much Lynn 😊😊☺️👋

[@KraftyKathi]

I've done this so many times I've lost count. I find it fun, but just as fun to watch someone else do it.

[@Carolbearce]

I think the finished product is amazing. Well done. My neighbor taught me mix my seed in dirt a long time ago and it woks every time. I can’t wait to how it looks with plants. A Japanese maple would look awesome on the corner!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much for the feedback Carol always appreciate your support

[@gailpalmer1926]

Good morning Top Notch. It's going to look really nice.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Hey Gail ☺️👋👋 Thanks! Good morning to you!

[@sandramarc4858]

Love what you are doing with your beautiful new home Brian.. as usual you and Justin have done a stellar job and looking forward to seeing the next installment

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much Sandy! Have a great week

[@dawnbradrick6289]

Oh come on Brian you are doing plumbing butt get a longer t-shirt please haha. My grandson is also autistic. Dawns here ☀️👍 Blessings to all the family.

[@dustyrose284]

WOO-HOO! Been waiting to see your flower garden since you bought the house! Looking forward to part 2! Flowers, trees, bushes gives a balance to land. Masculine/feminine. Fantastic job you guys! Neat, pretty, and gives eye appeal.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much dusty rose 😊😊👍👋

[@dustyrose284]

@@TopNotchLawns 👍

[@kayeh3881]

Love the sounds of the cars, motorcycles and hammering in the background! Lol!!!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Lol 😂 I never mind the traffic it’s the wind that makes it so hard!

[@kayeh3881]

Very nice job!!!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much always appreciate the support😊👍👍

[@Joker_68]

That was a close call, you almost got your grill knocked out 🔨🫣

[@TopNotchLawns]

Yeah I did a little more yelling after we cut the video off!! Lol thought I was gonna have a broken nose

[@karenheartoriginal3783]

That wall !! Now I understand some of what’s going on in our yard with stone walls and caps that don’t budge…landscape glue who knew!?! I love this drip system that will be buried, right? I’m so frustrated trying to rake with system hoses every which way on top of gardens ugh. Thank you for such good explanations…my brain is now cooking up some outrageous changes in our future 🤣😂🤣

[@TopNotchLawns]

Yes that is definitely the goal! But that’s a consistent problem with drip systems! I agree they can be frustrating in a bed! I’m trying to make sure I have a tree appropriate for the area. I’ll have to look into Esperanza I am not familiar with that one

[@owllife65]

Looks great, you both did a fantastic job. Good luck with picking out your flowers.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much definitely a fun project

[@justynasz2144]

It looks very nice. I can't wait the final effect with all the plants and bushes. Greetings!!!👋

[@TopNotchLawns]

Greetings Justyna 😊👋👋 Thanks so much

[@Dale.Nienow]

Great video Brian, for only really doing lawn care and knowing a little about landscaping that is awesome! I do about 50 50 lawn care and landscaping and the more you do it the more tricks and easier it becomes! Can’t wait for part 2!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks as always man I really appreciate it. Yeah I’ve learned a lot along the way! Still almost got my nose broken! Lol thankfully no hospital visits on this one

[@dawnbradrick6289]

Dawns here ☀️

[@sandyweibel7883]

So excited to see this pop up. As always a great job. Love watching you guys.❤️🌸chilly here in Kentucky.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Yeah we’re nice today but they’re calling for a cool down and maybe even snow by the middle of the week!

[@TopNotchLawns]

That’s what the calendar says anyway right!

[@andrewjohnston6230]

Really nice job brian nice to see you are as perfect for your own gardens as you are for every one else's

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks man appreciate the compliment!

[@jessicam7467]

I love this! I personally love rock. It looks so good! I would watch any home renovation projects you do.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much Jessica 👋😊🌸

[@sabertttr]

Best part of the video IMO is you saying you're not that good at setting a level first row of blocks but then it all comes together perfectly. I've done a couple of similar projects on my property and I used the same method: try your best with the base layer, but then just hit the blocks with a deadblow hammer until they're level, checking like 100 times per block just to make sure. It's really comforting to know that I'm not alone. Gives me a lot of confidence.

[@Edu_Kate]

Looks great! If you're still wondering which tree to plant on the end, I would suggest a 'Slender Hinoki Cypress' tree. It grows to less than 12' and 2' wide. It has a kind of whimsical look. The dark green would stand out from the red brick front unlike a Japanese maple and those can get quite a spreading root system. Just a thought.

[@annparsons2112]

Looks great. Very professional. Can't wait to see the finished garden. I vote for rocks.

[@Edward-turtle]

A small dwarf weeping conifers would look nice in the round part, small root system like a Cedrus Deodara Pendula or a Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana Ellwoodii Pom Pom would look cool. a feature tree

[@TopNotchLawns]

awesome thanks for the suggestions! I’m deathly gonna have to look those up I’m not familiar with them

[@judyblair9269]

Beautiful , I love the design. And your Son is a hard worker and so much a Compassionate Young Man

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks Judy! My helper in this video is actually my buddy Justin. But Tyler is doing great at his new job at the doggy day care!

[@Rocco-nu1ui]

For a drrip line irrigation, there are several types of lines depending on how much water you need per minute. I like to install my drip line after planting.

[@rawsonreich]

That’s an awesome landscaping man

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much excited about the new project

[@rawsonreich]

@@TopNotchLawns no problem I am looking forward to part 2

[@jamesfranta4631]

Ask the wife, mulch or rock. When she tells you, you will have the correct answer. 😁😁😁

[@TopNotchLawns]

Lol 😂 Always a good point!!

[@michaelschmidt3035]

Best idea yet. Lol

[@lindagibson9528]

Rock!

[@Sharon-pb7so]

No rock!

[@lauratruthseekingWarrior]

Mulch always and also plant ground covers because within 3-5 years you won’t need to use mulch in most of those areas again because the ground covers will cover enough.

[@dawnsheel5385]

It will look lovely to have a Japanese maple tree on that corner, a nice deep burgundy coloured one..

[@sarahfierro8637]

It’s like a lot of work but turning out gorgeous are normal. I always liked the dripping systems.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Yeah I’ve always had problems with sprayheads in planting beds like these. Appreciate the support

[@juanluis571]

Thanks for sharing another video. The work you did with the stones, the leveling of the ground and the alignment of each stone is excellent, to do a very good job as you have accustomed us to us. The weather really helped you, it was a beautiful day. Luckily you are not an expert!!!, it has been a first class job!!!. The plants you place will surely be the most successful, you have a gift for your work... Greetings to your son, your family and many blessings to you. I'll give you some advice: ginger tea, with lemon and honey, every day, is an excellent drink for health.

[@timcaron9049]

That is a huge undertaking. Lots of hard work. I did mine 20+ years ago when I was a lot younger. You are lucky to have help, I did mine by myself. In my younger years when I was in shape. But round is a shape too, so that is me today. Good video. Nice to see a variation in your work. Keep up the great work. Tim.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Hey Tim lol Definitely a big undertaking by yourself man! And I’m working on not being so round thing! Lol have a great week

[@johnuhlig323]

I learned so much and especially about the grass seed and top soil. Thank You so much and Keep Kansas mowed. Look forward to more videos. John

[@ApexImportExport]

8:40 Flashback to 10 year old me throwing chopped oak tree cut with Dad and not looking to confirm he was ready as the wood left my fingers and into his face...part of you wanted to giggle and other part to pass out.

[@bladesofglorylawnmaintenan6354]

Dang @Brian!! That came out awesome brother!! Nice to see my home state named in your video with the Kentucky tall fescue.. lol !! Stay blessed brother!!

[@ladysmith3578]

I love the blood good maple tree or the weeping Japanese maple. Both are beautiful.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Someone else mentioned that I will have to look into it Roberta I am not familiar with it. Thank you

[@steadyeddie7]

Don't forget to add a layer of polythene along the back Brian, along the base of the house to the height of your soil to act as a DPC, help prevent any rising damp if it should happen. Very nice job Brian.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks good tip I’ll have to look into that

[@jeffgoodenough9932]

Hello from Michigan I used to do lawncare and irrigation I love that flower bed looking good.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Hey Jeff in Michigan 👋 Thanks man appreciate the support

[@olgapaulus7299]

Awsome look. Very strainuouse work. Can hardly wait for the finished result. You and your helper are amazing to me. Thanks for sharing.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Hi Olga ☺️👋 So glad you enjoyed it! Have a great week

[@karendominguez2747]

Your new flower bed is awesome and I’m sure will be gorgeous once the plants are all in. I hope you’ll show it when it’s all planted.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thank you so much Karen! I definitely have a part two in mind

[@colleenkarayiannis8814]

so much better than just huge expanse of lawn. looking forward to seeing you a similiar bed at the back for veggies and herbs with a fruit tree,

[@TopNotchLawns]

Not sure if we will put a garden in but definitely something to think about

[@rodcoslett173]

Turned out nice! Always start your retaining walls at the lowest end. As a landscape installation contractor for almost 30 years, I would not put dirt up against house. Brick and concrete will soak up water too.

[@alisonshanahan9529]

I have one small flower bed against the house, by the front door. It's 2 steps down from the house. The rest is all gravel, zero lawn against the house, no allowances for termites or water damage.

[@roharvell]

Why start at the lowest end?

[@kerryklopfstein4260]

I understand your love of corner lots now, you even live on one. Good looking wall, can’t go wrong with a Japanese Maple. Take care.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Lol 😂 right?!? Definitely a priority when we were looking! Lol

[@j.m.7056]

I thought Japanese Maple before it flashed onscreen. I vote for rock for ease of cleanup. You and Justin work well together. The cap really dresses the wall up!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks! It’s been good having him back. Yeah when I was making that corner I was thinking the same thing

[@billgrant2925]

Looks great. One tip, use a mortar pan to mix the soil and seed. Easy to mix and just slide down and fill with a trowel.

[@dianne3568]

Great job on the wall. Y'all do beautiful work. I can't wait to see the next video to see what plants you have decided on. God Bless you and your family.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much Dianne 👋👋😊

[@_misterJ]

22:43 Great tip, mixing topsoil with grass seed in a bucket before putting it on the ground

[@laurannmucha5439]

A lot of hard work with an absolutely beautiful result.

[@bobleone1381]

I did exactly what you are doing two years ago at my house. I put the landscaping fabric down (double layer) and filled it with ROCK...........and it looks great and works great. Like you said, it blows out easily so no trouble to keep it looking good. Go with the rock!

[@jannibal9273]

I liked the addition of the music - that wind was fierce. You put a nice gentle curve in a flower bed so it will be easy to mow around, and I would take it out and around the AC unit unless you intend to cover that up with some sort of screen. I prefer mulch in my flower beds. When I bought this house the prior owner had put white marble stones around the base of two pine trees and it was a disaster, impossible to keep clean looking from the non-stop shedding of pine cones and small twigs from those pines. Mulch can just be raked out and replaced for a fresh clean look, or even just add an extra layer on top and clean out the following spring.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much for sharing your experience! Pine and cedar plants can definitely cause a consistent problem in beds like that! The plants I put in will definitely Have an effect on which direction I go. But I appreciate the reminder, that’s never a good luck

[@sisters1941]

I think you did very good too. Looking forward to seeing it when all the plants are in.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thank you Barbara 😊😊👋

[@bettyjordan2399]

I really love what you did it changed the hole front of your home looks very nice.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thank you so much Betty! ☺️😊🌸🌿

[@diamond6256]

GOOD JOB!! What you did will show off the custom brick design and pretty window. Bushes. TIP--If you soak the soil. Get you a heavy duty chain and a truck and they pull right out. I did 8 rose bushes in 2 hours. They don't grow back and NO digging out.

[@marzbarz3192]

I just did this back-break work last summer. Thanks for the topsoil and grass seed idea. It's going to look great when you finish

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much! Definitely back breaking work!! And in my case almost nose breaking! Lol

[@hazelbrown3695]

Hi yes a Japanese maple will look lovely there a red one garden looking nice

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks for the feedback Hazel yes I think red would look nice

[@lindaarbogast6499]

I liked how you were doing this video. I can’t wait to see the next video.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much Linda! I appreciate the support

[@shirleypedersen7406]

Great job. Can’t wait to see it filled up with plants and bushes.

[@ellimae1548]

So glad that you had the time for home improvement on your own house. Looks great and cant wait see what plants you have choosen

[@jamesschramm4739]

It looks a lot better with the new bed in. Once it greens up, it'll really look good...................

[@kellyclackum1310]

Love it! I love mulch too...it looks more natural but this is your home. Japanese Maple would look wonderful with supertunia vista's spilling over the wall. An arch structure against your wall would look awesome. Whatever u do will look great

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much for the input Kelly! Honestly even a tougher decision because it is my house! 😂 lol hope you have a great week!

[@vivienbassiray5617]

@@TopNotchLawns We had a weeping Japanese maple in our garden. Stayed same height as grafted. Changed leaf colour in seasons and was very low maintenance. Looked amazing too. I am in Australia.

[@jeffreylim5977]

Beautiful!!! Hope some day we get to see all your machinery and tools. You seem to have endless of them

[@TopNotchLawns]

Lol 😂 I know I keep promising! I’m doing a collection of some maintenance videos that I hope to be sharing soon on my channel

[@cyrusbalanlayos]

Great size for your flower bed!! Thanks for sharing. And great pace to the video!

[@turiwpeuiek1521]

Man, well done for doing your part, the result is amazing, let big and beautiful bushes grow there.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks! Love the difference in the overall look

[@kathyfields71]

Wow, I didn't know you could do that, the yard looks Amazing.

[@mistydawn116]

I love it! Y’all did a great job and a Japanese Maple would look beautiful!!!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Hey Misty 😊☺️👋👋 thanks

[@alisonscannell3721]

Lovely job, a Japenese Maple in the dark red would look spectacular!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks Yeah I think that would look great!

[@MrThuggery]

Grafted Japanese Blood Maple Tree was exactly what I was thinking when you mentioned it.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Awesome thanks for the feedback Mick I’ll look around for one of those

[@lindapeterson7166]

Hi Brian,you & Justin did an amazing job.A Japanese maple would be beautiful.I have rock in my flower beds because of wind & leaves blowing but you do what your family likes.I learned a lot by watching this.👏🏻😊👍🏻

[@TopNotchLawns]

Hi Linda 😊👋👋 Thanks so much as always! Yeah that’s definitely a good reason to have rock still not sure what I’m going to settle on though! Lol

[@clintreynolds9632]

Would love to see all the plants you put in. I watch all your videos and you do an excellent job on everything

[@kingkong7617]

The flower bed looks really good.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks man 😊👋👍

[@skbounds5837]

What a good job. Would love that in my yard.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks! Really excited about the way it is turning out

[@sonniecampbell1788]

Brian and Justin - looks fantastic! What a difference! 💚 You guys do great work!

[@scottlee1211]

Beautiful work Brian! Rock is tuff on the wife’s hands….especially if you don’t lay a good fabric down!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Lol 😂 i’ll let her weigh in on that one!! 🤣🤣

[@pamelam6276]

Looks great,yes add maple 🍁 tree in circle. Can't wait to see part 2. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thank you Pamela 😊😊👋

[@philliphutchins7929]

Glad to see you folks are able to share more content. I do enjoy your channel. Keep up the good work.

[@marythompson1212]

Nice job! Great tips. Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to see the plantings.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much Mary 😊😊🌸

[@thebeastofbrayroad9382]

Impressive job 👍 👏

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much 😊👍👍

[@lyndabooker5536]

The wall is beautiful!

[@lindawellinghoff5432]

Great transformation! Looking forward to seeing the next installment!!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much Linda! Have a great week

[@angel19093]

It looks great. I hope you post another video once it is planted!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks Arian ☺️😊 I definitely plan to have a part 2 Hopefully will be in a couple weeks! Have a great day

[@martinchristian7270]

That wall came out quite nicely.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks 😊👍

[@johnfuller8147]

I seen this come back up in my viewing history ,...but I seen it before ...Was just really waiting to see what you planted there...Even iff you didn't get to film it, Brian!!