Flower Bed MAKEOVER With Retaining Wall and Irrigation Drip System

The main thing that has been lacking with my yard is a nice flower bed. This week we finally had a few days of nice weather so we got a start. We used a sod cutter to remove the grass and to dig out the border for the flower bed. Once we got all the concrete blocks set, it was time to install the drip irrigation system. Since we already had spray heads in there, it was fairly easy. Stay tuned for part 2 when we install the rock / mulch and plant all the shrubs and trees.
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[@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

[@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!!!

[@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

[@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 😊😊☺️👋

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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!!

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@fathead2279]

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

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks 👍😊

[@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 ☺️☺️👋

[@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

[@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

[@dawnbradrick6289]

Dawns here ☀️

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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 🙂

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!!

[@owllife65]

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

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much definitely a fun project

[@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 👋😊🌸

[@mygrammieis]

Justin Has the Same Disability As My Most Amazing Grandson.. My Grand son Always Wants To See Justin.. He Inspires My Zoe ✊🤛 Now My Zoe has A Rock garden and A Tiny plant Garden.. Please Tell Justin He Inspires and Is Such A Huge Blessing for My Family 🙏🏻✌🏻Especially for My Non-Verbal Zoe who Has A Tablet and watches Justin❤️🙏🏻👍

[@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.

[@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 👍

[@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!

[@leonardomigot4040]

@@TopNotchLawns from tomorrow began spring season

[@TopNotchLawns]

That’s what the calendar says anyway right!

[@leonardomigot4040]

@@TopNotchLawns I was wrong spring has already started from today

[@annparsons2112]

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

[@debbieomalley3451]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@stevennguyen4993]

As someone who just spent so much time pulling out overgrown spireas and all of the landscape fabric they were attached to, I am personally not a fan of landscape fabric. Not only does it get heavy with years of mulching with weeds and roots trying to grow over through it, but it's also difficult to add plants to landscapes (or replace them) when these covers are used. Other than shrubs, I wouldn't bother growing herbaceous perennials in them. Annuals are also out the window for the most part. But that's the gardener side of me. On another note, this is an inspiring job done. It's surprising how a job like this can elevate the face of the home.

[@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.

[@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.

[@leann4211]

Thanks for the tips! The music was a nice touch in the fast forward sections!

[@susannegalligan8600]

That new wall/garden area looks especially great with the stone in your front bricked wall. It was meant to be, so natural looking. Loved seeing your precise way of working. It’s beautiful

[@thebeastofbrayroad9382]

Impressive job 👍 👏

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much 😊👍👍

[@sonniecampbell1788]

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

[@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.

[@janstanfield5162]

Bigger is always better when it comes to flower beds!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Lol 😂😊👍👍💪

[@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

[@daryledeatspussy]

Japanese Maples are extremally beautiful when they mature - Very good choice.

[@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!

[@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

[@carolarnold9918]

I want to do my own retaining wall on my home. This video is well done.

[@craigm.9070]

Big shout out to you guys for making a difficult job seem methodical and easy. A little planning up front, getting materials together and such cuts down on the windshield time back and forth. Looks like part of the structure now and should be fantastic once plants and colors are there! Nice job guys!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks man 👍👍 Really appreciate! And we did pretty good, won’t go into how many times I learned my lesson the hard way! Lol

[@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

[@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

[@laurannmucha5439]

A lot of hard work with an absolutely beautiful result.

[@edimaldonado9287]

I'm loving it! Can't wait to see it all finished.

[@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 🌺

[@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

[@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!!

[@hattrick-df4bo]

Great work, it's ready for the greenery!!

[@bettyjordan2399]

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

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thank you so much Betty! ☺️😊🌸🌿

[@patriciamorton1585]

Love the retaining wall and am anxious to see the finished product. Absolutely sure it will be FABULOUS. Luv you guys, God bless and stay safe.

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much Patricia always love the support

[@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

[@chichitex1252]

This is just beautiful. A lot of hard work, but, wow, what a payoff!

[@maryr.k.1568]

I really enjoyed watching this video. I’ve put in walls before (a complete novice), but I had no idea you could get caps for the top. Definitely very professional looking! I can’t wait to see what plants and flowers you put in!

[@peggypitt9225]

Be careful about adding soil above your brick line, can give termites entry. Looks great. Like a professional.

[@TopNotchLawns]

That’s definitely always a good tip! Thank you Peggy

[@philliphutchins7929]

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

[@eml-0404]

Looks fantastic! I need something like this in my yard! God Bless!

[@geraldineekhator5428]

It looks beautiful! I think your helper was trying to give you a new smile 😃! 😂 It’s nice to see you boys having fun digging in the dirt! Great Job 👏!!!!!

[@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

[@adriennefraschetta5391]

So far it's looking good 👍..

[@djok7375]

Great job! Looks great! Now u just have to rip out that handrail and stairs and you will be golden

[@snapperkc9317]

It looks so much better!

[@lariette856]

absolutely amazing sir! Fantastic job!!!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thank you Irma ☺️☺️👋

[@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

[@thedudeguy2356]

I really enjoyed that music segment.

[@patv3828]

I THINK IT LOOKS AMAZING

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much!

[@jrbdrp6382]

Awesome! I'm going to tell my daughter about mixing the grass seed into the dirt. She's got a couple spots where the grass seed always blows away! Thanks for the tip and another top notch job!!♥️♥️

[@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 👋👋😊

[@michelehumann811]

very nice wall ... I loved how you took your time and did it right ... can't wait to see what you planted

[@user-zq8jw2wv7p]

Приятно наблюдать как работают профессионалы 👍 как всегда все аккуратно и красиво 😊

[@kisserlisser626mills2]

We now know how to put in a better retaining wall watching you . We don’t know what shrubbery or plantings we want to do ! So come up with something brillant!

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@ldqa2737]

I need this in my yard! New hardscape...

[@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

[@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?

[@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

[@gailpalmer1926]

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

[@TopNotchLawns]

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

[@shirleypedersen7406]

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

[@myragooden8667]

So exciting and motivational to watch. You did a great job, can’t Wait for the next step.

[@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

[@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

[@juannavarrete9647]

It looks really great and I hope that if and when I buy a house/home, I will do the same thing because it just looks so beautiful and unique. I really like how it separates things/plants. Can’t wait to see what you do with the rest of it!

[@dlenderman11]

Looks great Brian! Really gives the yard some more curb appeal and can't wait to see what gets planted! You also gave me some ideas on what to do with my front yard!

[@craigcanfield5474]

Great job! I learned from this video & that's what's important to me. Thanks!

[@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

[@janeparker570]

Extra time spent doing the prep work saves a lot of time and frustration later

[@TopNotchLawns]

Definitely!! I’ve learned this lesson the hard way! Lol

[@jlbatch1017]

Absolutely love the colors of your house!!! And I really like you made the circle big because it looks really cool with the stacked stones. Can’t wait for the next video!!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much Jennifer ☺️😊👋👋

[@srrfounder1]

Congrats on your weight loss, Brian, keep up the great work!

[@TopNotchLawns]

Thanks so much ☺️😊

[@elisha052550]

Nice, looking forward to part 2