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[@MsMalinify]

Laura, we like to see you do the same things every year as it gives us a reminder to plant spring crops in our own garden 😂

[@susiethomas6032]

Oh my goodness I have just written the same thing…..great minds think alike 😊

[@josweatt898]

It never gets old.

[@dontgetmadgetraddd]

I was coming here to say this! I’ve been watching for years but I still like a gentle reminder to get on something if I’ve let it slip! Plus I like to see year to year anything that’s done differently or see how something is laid out in the space. For those of us that love to garden it certainly doesn’t get old!

[@jenniferkessener1111]

Yup, coming to say the same. Usually you are a bit ahead of us in the season, and it is a great reminder for me. I often decide to do something, remembering past years, and think, ' how did Laura do that?'.

[@AttnDefDis_]

I wouldn't say "we". I don't like it, but I understand it. So, I just check in every day and only watch the stuff I find interesting. Used to watch every video, but after a few years, the redundancy has gotten to me. No big deal.

[@barbarabonilla3830]

I loved when Aaron said “because you plant like a mad woman”! He is so funny. Love you guys. 😂❤

[@lilygirl2719]

You and Aaron are very well spoken and knowledgeable and your editing is top notch. Your videos are the first thing I look for every morning so do not worry about them being boring or the same thing each year. I've been following for years and I learn something every time I watch them. Also, I really appreciate that you don't overuse tired phrases, you have a pleasant voice and you both are so positive and upbeat and get to the point quickly. You are the best gardening channel out there and we value your time and input.

[@joydage4605]

I agree with Aaron, your experience with how long things stay in bloom would have been super valuable to know when I was just starting out. I had to learn the hard way. 😊

[@schoolbeginsaftercoffee4759]

I'm a new gardener. I would find that information invaluable.

[@juliepeterson142]

Yes!

[@SK-rz6ej]

Totally agree!!

[@susanbossung9098]

I love Aaron’s idea of a video showing those that last the longest blooming. I want blooms as long as possible. One and done are great after you have a well established garden, but until then, you want a long blooming plant

[@monalisa7]

Great idea for newbie gardeners!

[@fraukeg.facchini2691]

Totally agree! The longest blooming perennials and shrubs with the least maintenance, would be a perfect world.😂

[@sc3pt1c4L]

In order, I watch: 1) to see the south garden 2) to see anything outdoors 3) antique hunting 4) the sound of her voice I don't care if it is the same thing every year in terms of content.

[@lorettatremmel6376]

Exactly why I watch!

[@zormier2002]

I love the sound of her voice too

[@MrsTib66]

Laura is so easy to listen to, no pauses, ums, or uhhs. Very well spoken! 💕

[@mariaj3263]

Sometimes I'm not watching but I'll have a video running bc I like her voice, too!

[@GwynneDear]

I have insomnia and having something to listen to really helps, this is one of my go tos for that.

[@gailst55]

Never get tired of repeats because there is always learning no matter how many times it is repeated. As I heard an expert gardener in England say is that the joy of gardening is that you never stop learning. Thank you again for your hard work and effort - greatly appreciated.

[@MicheleLHarvey]

I never tire of your duplicate garden answer videos. Following through the seasons is inspirational & transformative in that the gardener changes with the gardener. So keep 'em coming! They're not boring in the least! So much fun watching you & your gardens grow! BTW, love these weekly catchups & Aaron's input with them!

[@kbell8889]

'You're planting like a mad woman.' 😂😂💚 We love that Laura is mad!😂 Love all you guys do!.

[@Melanietucker]

I would LOVE if Aaron would continue to talk about lawn care. For those of us who are constantly tackling our lawn along with our gardens…it’s so helpful to hear his updates on what he is doing to help the lawn.

[@joyt.8779]

me too! I loved how he got in the info for the person who asked about the patches in the lawn. Aaron gave great detail to how to remedy the patches.

[@janb5488]

We've been planting a vegetable garden for over 50 years. The next one is always new, right? It's never boring to watch you. 😊

[@camicri4263]

I agree!

[@mollypitcher9380]

Sounds like YOU should have a garden channel w all of your experience!🌸

[@jessicaguzman4791]

Aaron’s idea of a video of how long blooms last would be awesome!!! Especially to know what plants to put in a garden bed so there is color all year long in different stages.

[@lindachorkey1316]

So glad you said that about repeat videos❤I’m one of the ones that’s followed through”thick and Thin” and still love, love when you show close ups of how your planting each variety . Every year is something new we’re trying and seeing the depth etc is a great great help ❤Aaron’s face when you are going to do something he likes is precious .

[@amysgardenstead2879]

I have followed you since the beginning and I still enjoy watching the routine videos. I like to see what you are doing for timing and the adjustments that we do as gardeners each year. Please keep up the daily routine videos.

[@melissahough3432]

Please know that I never get tired of video topics that repeat over the years! I have learned so much from you, and after seeing you do something multiple times, I end up having much greater confidence to do it myself!!!

[@addisonaverett7204]

I like the yearly routines. It helps me remember when I should be doing the same things. I watch every episode and I don’t even mind a repeat. Lol

[@fetanorris6702]

Oh Laura we are not tired of seeing the same things every year. We look forward to seeing it because it helps us remember what it plant and do in our own garden. Please don’t ever stop doing what and have you are doing. ❤❤

[@tippystreats]

Nope - I don't get bored of seeing you plant up your gardens. We are -4 c this morning and still a little snow on the ground (got missed a major snow storm this week!). Zone 3 in Winnipeg, Manitoba (Canada). These types of videos give me hope that there will be a spring - only started seeing plants emerging from the ground this week.

[@elliebee2012]

Hi Tiffany! I am in Brandon MB, and that spring storm was crazy here! The roads were wild! I love watching Laura! It gives me hope that spring is coming. Winnipeg has amazing garden centres!

[@karibarta7818]

You guys crack me up! 😂 I love the banter between you. I used to view the recap videos more as a podcast, and listen while I worked in the kitchen, but now I find myself wanting to watch the looks you give each other. You're very entertaining!🤗

[@3kidmama]

YES!!! Aaron is right on in terms of wanting to know how long things bloom and what time of year. A video on perennials that are long bloomers would be fantastic! So much to learn for newbies and it's so, SO hard to know where to start to even go ask a question at my local nursery!

[@lisacarson6968]

Love your videos! Never get tired of watching! Always learn something new ❤️

[@jrobinson2756]

You two, I love your videos....and learn so much. I'm so glad that the feed back you both have with each other is with lots of smiles and laughter and the way you bounce ideas off each other is amazing. Keep up the good work and we'll be here watching the fruits of your labor. Thank you

[@MollyBearisms]

I think it is important for people to understand that people use gardens in different ways. I can totally appreciate how stress-relieving a rose garden in this form will be.

[@brunojones2308]

I have been watching for years. Love every video. My favorites are seeing you 2 working together. And drone footage. Your videos are the BEST!

[@PAS7gardens]

I'm glad you show what you do every year because it reminds me what I should be doing about now.

[@chrisrfan]

Always enjoy these Sunday recap videos! I love the positivity in your responses! Natures Willow is the bomb! We love it here at our house, thanks for the introduction to them. I also ordered the pain pack and was thrilled with all the freebies they included. Thank you Laura, Aaron and Natures Willow! ❤

[@kstewart3901]

The winter sowing plants look great! Your videos are never boring or repetitive, keep 'em coming.

[@wendymckee6627]

I do this on my own. So I don’t have anyone to do this with. Watching ur video makes me feel like I’m not on my own 😊

[@GlasshouseandGarden]

Laura has said a few times she is worried about repeating herself but this channel and the different programmes offer advice alongside innovation and sharing what she routinely does (weekly, monthly, annually) is as important as the new developments. All power to her and Aaron!

[@dn8387]

Count me as another chiming in that Aaron is right! His comments at the end where he mentioned that they could have spent thousands by installing sod vs the slower & less costly route of planting seed, weeding and top seeding the bare spots are so relatable for most of us. I find it helpful to see the practical side of installing a lawn. While many of us don’t have the large lawn they do many of us would also prefer to spend our gardening dollars on plants over grass. Thanks Aaron & Laura for showing lawn care as well as plant care.

[@candettecorman5971]

I have not gotten tired of your videos. Every year is different.

[@susannaclark721]

I never get tired of seeing you do post videos doing the same things from year to year. It’s what’s going on this season! Thank you for sharing your gardening world with us!

[@praisingirl]

In nw mo I planted a wisteria on a trellis on front of our porch/deck..uhhg! It became like a tree over the years and NEVER bloomed. We had to cut off the whole trellis to get rid of it…Oh well now are rebuilding the entire deck and getting excited again for how it will look. Been here 35 years , started late on figuring out what I want, and studying what will work. Learning so much from you and all online sources and very thankful for you! Wish I knew when I was your age what I know now…But it’s never too late right! Thanks for inspiring me again!❤

[@outingsforoldladieswhoaren7664]

something nice... hmmm... 🤔...🤭... Everyday, when I wake up, I wait for my eyes to adjust to the morning light. Then I reach out and grab my phone and watch your smiling face. I love gardening and plants and you start my day off with a beautiful setting and a beautiful smile. Thank you for putting yourself out there and sharing all your knowledge, your private life and your prosperity with us.

[@tracyblalock4762]

I understand what you mean about doing the same thing year after year. Sometimes I skip them but lately I’ve watched and I’ve learned new things. So, you aren’t doing exactly the same things or at least saying the same things! 😊 Now, as for this 40” of rain…trust me, you do t want it! Averaging nearly 60” last year, I’m water logged! I’m super excited at Monica’s place! I can’t wait to see all the progress! Thanks again for the vertical garden! I’m super stoked about it! Garden Stalk has already been in touch with me! Thank you so much for EVERYTHING!❤

[@katiesan865]

We never ever get tired of the same videos. Just happy to have the motivation and come along for it!

[@kathym9676]

I could watch you plant the same things over and over again. Always pick up something new in your videos!

[@patriciawayne8780]

Hi Laura, I have watched you every day pretty much since you moved to this property and I really don’t get bored with subjects you repeat. I think you include different information every time and I always learn something new every year. Thank you and Aaron for all you do!

[@susanrodriguez8165]

A cut flower rose garden is awesome! I always resist cutting roses for bouquets because I don't want to diminish the look of the rose plant in the garden. But, the way you're doing it is guilt free so cut and enjoy😊

[@anneburoker8908]

I so appreciate your fresh take on so many things. ie the rose garden. Your channel is about making it your own and inspiring us all to do the same. Thanks for sharing.

[@beckybanta126]

Willow Nature is wonderful!!!! ALL natural ingredients. I use the cream more often as like deep rubbing into my many arthritic joints. I am a retired RN & have not found any prescription or OTC like this. I was so happy with results that I emailed the founder with this report. She is happy to know my results & that, like your Mom, I want others in pain to try. I am thrilled that you could tell others as well! 👍😊

[@lyonhawaii]

Still love kitchen garden video. I made the L beds in Texas now making them in Alaska. So I still love the kitchen garden ideas, seed plantings drip irrigation etc. I love it all!

[@kaynucklehead1633]

I agree with the no to roses surrounding the Hartley. What do you think about hydrangeas? Fire light Tidbit stays low and is white and smallish (up to three ft tall) so it won't distract from the beauty of the building . I think the uniform color of the plant will keep the semi formality of your grounds surrounding the Hartley, the height when mature will not obscure any sunlight from the Hartley and the change in color to pink at the end of the season will be gorgeous.

[@cherylcentenioblessedvirgi3241]

Laura, I enjoy watching you plant seeds and plants each season. I never grow tired watching the process. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day!

[@jackierowe7442]

Enjoyed this video. I liked to hear and see your aches and pain. Not that I want you to have them but it makes me feel more normal with having them at 69 years old! You are a hard worker and you dive right in to projects but take care of your body along the way for you will benefit when you get older. I wish I had.❣️

[@kath2257]

Nature's Willow patches are the BEST!!! Big thanks to you and your mom for letting us know about them!

[@maureenmckenna5220]

Yes to cardboard. Have used it now for three years to both take out grass and cover open, weed prone areas of my garden. As my plants have matured, the weeds have become less of a problem for sure. But, we have space all around our house between the foundation and plants. I just lay down cardboard, cover with mulch and no weeds, and no picking or spraying. Looks neat as a pin. The mulch should be put on pretty thickly to keep the cardboard covered completely and for a long time.

[@sallyrichardson4082]

I’ve been watching Charles Dowding’s videos for a couple of years and am sold on it. Much better for the body and the soil. At my age (retired) I need to garden smarter. And add in our clay soil, well, it’s a great way to amend and improve it. 😊

[@lyonhawaii]

I love how you figured the rose garden out and how you could do it to fit your needs. I agree a formal garden is like a nice parlour. The cutting rose garden is like more about sharing your flowers.

[@jules8241]

I’ve watched many years of planting spring crops and I am not tired of it. Keep it up! 😊

[@marydrew3568]

I have a formal rose garden with 100 roses with a fountain in the center. It has a boxwood hedge and and inner hedge and path of grosso lavender. I'm in the Willamette Valley and my rose garden pumps out buckets and buckets of flowers all summer, sometimes until well into late October/early November. So your hot summer weather likely makes roses flush out in bloom and then not produce more flowers. My roses are always producing massive flowers. Admittedly, I deadhead my rose garden weekly because I keep a very tidy formal rose garden and it is the center of our turn around driveway. 😬 I mix David Austin and hybrid teas. I'm excited to see how your roses do.

[@susiethomas6032]

Good afternoon from 🇬🇧 uk I never get tired watching your videos, mostly because it gives me a reminder to plant or start seeds. Even though we are in different countries etc, it really does help and yes I’m an avid viewer. Your videos are a blessing too me because you are a breath of fresh air and a nice kind person. Depending on when I’m watching in the day (usually after work with a cup of tea or coffee) it’s so nice to hear something positive and different, from all the negativity at work. So please don’t think people are getting bored. You/Aaron/the children/your families/Paul & Bethany and even Rustle & Cheddar are always fun to watch. P.S. how’s your foot/feet? I hope it isn’t what I’m currently dealing with, which is Plantar fasciitis….so painful to stand and walk.

[@ElizabethNafziger]

I live vicariously through y'all.

[@syndi301]

Hi I love your Garden Answer and you are not afraid to get dirty I know your hubby love that and your parents have an awesome Garden Center love the content just beautiful!

[@mousenmick]

I tried that willow balm , thanks to you, it is wonderful!!! My mom and friends use it now too!! Thank you!!

[@bobbiwillmer7491]

Your spring vegetable garden planting are my favorite videos! And I’ve been watching for over 5 years. Love the vegetable garden 🪴 ❤

[@cindym6065]

I enjoy your Sunday talks so much! btw, Moths are pollinators. They actually pollinate more than butterflies.

[@jinxengstrom9850]

You can hand pick the cabbage caterpillars so you aren’t killing all pollinators.

[@ladydaisy01]

I have a new gardening technique, what would Laura do? (Rip it out) 😅 I have a garden shed the old homeowners put in the plopped it in the middle of the yard. (This thing is big and not pretty) So instead of looking at it angrily, we are moving it and opening up the space to improve the sight lines. I am also putting up trellises flanking the sides like Laura did on the side of the house. As always thanks to you and Aaron for the inspo. ❤

[@blessed2bwifemommy343]

Yes!!! Please do a video on bloom times!! So often I would love to know truly about how long some of those things bloom and if it really would be good for areas of my small garden

[@kellyclackum1310]

Who could get bored with Laura & Aaron & Benjamin & Baby Samantha & Cheddar & Russell. Don't care really what you do it's always good. I've learned so much in the past 5-6 years. Keep up the good work!💚🌷🌻🍄🌼

[@nalabean11]

I really enjoy Aaron’s contributions, it’s almost hard to remember when he was camera shy!

[@tabby1848]

You may think it's repetitive for viewers, but I am a thick and thin one and I learn something new every year!

[@jetterasmussen6577]

35:10 Great idea, Aaron. I have a very small garden, so for me it is important to think about planting stuff that will put on a show for a long time. Or put on a different show for a different season. That could be a tree that blossoms in the spring, produce fruits during the summer and then have beautiful fall colors. 35:25 That depends. I have hydrangeas that do NOT bloom for very long.

[@caroldonnelly9560]

I love Aaron's idea to do a video on long-blooming perennials!

[@amysimpson646]

I've been watching some of your older videos and they are much more in alignment with my current gardening situation.

[@patriciahazelton672]

Thank you Laura for talking above carrots. I forgot to put away one of my grocery bags full of frozen vegetables. I loved how every year you do almost the same thing for spring it reminds me to get my butt in gear and not wait until I have missed a whole planting season. Get that tooth taken care of. Aaron add more water to your arbs.

[@daymoonfarm2903]

Yes! A video about long blooming plants.

[@hannacornelialedder1490]

I have used the no dig method for many years now. Even in customers gardens, if they allow me :-). The result is always pleasing 😀

[@janedodson7583]

Your videos are so informative. Thank you for sharing your labor of love. I enjoy seeing your little kids ,Arron and kitty’s too. You have amazing energy. I take a Garden Answer break daily. Thank you

[@s.barlow7062]

Please thank your mom for the pain patch recommendation. Placed an order this morning and received the discount code.

[@DeeVineDeeZine]

i love the idea of a video of how long blooms will show :) i am so new to all of this and learning so much from you guys. thanks for all you do

[@iowalady1]

I listen to you more now since you two visit! 😊

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

Yes, Aaron, we want to know about the long bloomers!

[@tammyphillips3334]

I am a beginner gardener and only use what Laura uses for fertilizer and my flowers last year were beautiful. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@melissabean8144]

I Love all of your contents in your videos 💕 also I just a very pretty picture of you in my new gardeners idea book from proven winners . You're sitting next to the Scarlet flame caladium color. I always learn something new when you post a video. Thank you for inspiring us to do better ❤

[@renemarquart2615]

Good suggestion on the blooming time Aaron. I have a notebook of lists of Laura's favorite perennials, bushes, etc. I have referred to this notebook several times when I start a new bed (since we are in the same zone). Thanks for that valuable information!

[@michelebushnik2874]

Pausing at the mention of wisteria! Moved into my new home 2011, there was a current wisteria that never bloomed for 3 years of my living there. I learned that if you dig a shovel down to roots and dig around you can root shock them into flowering! That besides banana peel smoothies for them have created a huge blooming wisteria! But be careful what you wish for! It's dragging down the wood Arbor in a twisted mess. Bought new harbors we will see what happens

[@gus8142]

Howdy y'all 🙋‍♀️ I'm one of the oldies. Love all you do. ❤️ y'all keep me from having to go waaaaay back on videos if I need to. Thanks for all y'all do 🍓🥬🥦🧄👀

[@MsFigure9]

I like the spring crop segments, it reminds me of things I may have forgotten and and you do try different things, so I really like it!

[@djwinchell]

I really like yours and Aaron interaction.I really enjoyed it.❤

[@rockymtngardener]

I might be the only person on the planet who would enjoy this, but I would love to see Aaron and Paul trouble shoot your irrigation system. I'm sure I would learn SO much. Also, I wouldn't wish hard things on anyone, but it is kind of nice to see when problems arise so I know you all live "regular" lives =)

[@AuntBecky1]

Where I am from (Holland , Michigan) we see monarch butterflies all the time. People do a pretty job of leaving milk weeds alone so they have a place to lay eggs.

[@emilypalmer1244]

never get tired of it man!!!

[@mindyowens9426]

I’m glad you mentioned that about the Heirloom roses. I learned that last year planting my Eden climber on my arch. Maybe you could edit that video with a disclaimer about that. I would hate for people to kill their brand new bare root rose accidentally.

[@pattidavis8043]

I love the rose "crop" idea... rows for cut flowers I would never want to cut on my landscape roses

[@thebuzzybumblebee15]

Arron's idea about bloom experience sounds really good. Especially for bulbs!! Recommend tulips that in your experience come back reliably would be greatly appreciated!

[@wynnpeters2913]

For your tooth ache, if you have cloves in your kitchen get a bite of a bud where the tooth aches or a small amount of powder or a drop of cloves oil, in a piece of cotton bite it, it works like magic. 5 mins?

[@jgwood10]

Instead of home treatment she needs to go back to the dentist and get an adjustment of the filling or get a new dentist.

[@wynnpeters2913]

@@jgwood10 it's just for emergency, not neglecting the dentist of course.

[@belindapace1669]

Good morning, Everyone!! You worrying that we'll get tired of watching you do the same thing each season is like worrying that you'll get tired of gardening!!....NOT GOING TO HAPPEN! Love your videos, keep making, we'll watch. Thank you!!

[@stephaniebriggs1296]

You’re welcome. I ordered Willow Balm after your last mention and found them to work very well.

[@sabrinacopas1636]

I always thought Benjamin was saying "shank" like a dagger would be used to shank someone.. 😂 I love how he pretends and plays. ❤

[@gaylerichards7409]

Another awesome recap! Thank you!

[@meowywest2497]

Thank you Nature’s Willow! I ordered their itch bundle as I suffer from the mosquitoes in our area. Pain patches too. Laura: I love all your videos regardless of the topic! I routinely go back to Your first videos. I finally found a semi local distributor for Land and Sea and am thrilled! The big box stores carry all the ‘tones’ but not L&S. Thx to Aaron for all of his great work. No idea what a ‘grimble is’ but maybe a Nature’s Willow pain patch on your back would help!

[@Thekatastrophikbudget]

Where I live, it’s required to have a catchment to water our house. We don’t have tap or well water. It also rains an insane amount.

[@tracytracyWM]

A before and after video would be a great idea for garden inspiration!

[@annmariefrisch215]

Don’t stop doing the videos from year to year…PLEASE! I love seeing the differences from year to year!

[@maureenmckenna5220]

So, slow work versus quick work is often an issue with outside jobs. This is why I like a price upfront for the job itself. Have a very quick garden guy who is amazingly fast, does beautiful work, and also has a design sense. In a few hours he can often finish what others would call a day’s work. I am not thinking to penalize him with the cost because he has an amazing skill. Fast does not mean less than with him, so the benefit of his skill goes back to him. He will also price out materials, so labor cost is clear. If he can do twice the work in the same time, then he can make twice the money. Good for him.

[@alishahhanif4343]

I love Erin idea of how long does flowers blooms generally when I am shopping I love for bloom time frame

[@Patricia-lg8vg]

oh no, I love the spring crops planting! I love it all! My garden is about two weeks behind you - sometimes a bit more and it thrills me to know I will be getting back into my garden soon.

[@elizabethmitchell0071]

Just a tidbit laura...if you do not like the color of your chair pads, guess what they have out now???? Outdoor Fabric spray paint ! Yes awesome..you can change your colors, doesn't stiffen and covers😉 they also have indoors, im getting ready to spray my lamp shades because i can't find the color in ready made shades. Game changers, research outdoor fabric spray paint❤

[@melissaharris5932]

Just put in an order for Nature's Willow! Thanks, Lauren for the discount code!

[@zormier2002]

You said your cats never eat your plants so I thought, “ok”. I went out and bought a bunch of succulents and put them on a 6 inch shelf on my wall by my kitchen table. My cat, Wally ( rescue, who already knew his name, ugh) jumped to this full, tiny shelf and was going through my plants. 😂lol He is clearly Superman. I never thought he would have been able to make it to this small shelf. Well any way he ate some Jade. It made him depressed and sick for three days. I felt so sad for my little guy (2 years old so he should have known better). Any ways I went through and unless it said pet safe I threw it away. It was only a few dollars and not worth my kitties life. From now on I will only buy pet safe plants. Clearly my cat is not as smart as your. 😂😂. I’m not upset or anything it’s my own fault for not knowing my cat is Superman. ❤❤❤