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[@donnagent6046]

I had a stroke in early June that has left me with some lingering physical issues. I decided to follow your zone system and broke my garden up into 5 zones that I tackle Monday through Friday. I use the weekends to catch up on anything i may have missed during the week because of rain or extreme heat and humidity. I do the same indoors. One zone a day gets cleaned and one load of laundry is done per day. Nothing gets too out of hand and I'm not overtaxed physically or mentally.

[@sherrywhitaker3369]

Sounds like something I could do or should do! Would certainly keep me from getting OVERWHELMED! Sherry-Knoxville

[@ritasicari7518]

Best wishes for your continuing recovery.

[@nancynoascono747]

God bless you. I had a stroke a year and a half ago also but thankfully with no aftereffects. So I am so thankful I can still garden.

[@donnagent6046]

@@ritasicari7518, Thank you! I just graduated from physical therapy and am starting occupational therapy this week.

[@donnagent6046]

@@nancynoascono747, Thank you! Luckily, I had no loss of movement after my stroke, just issues with my balance, spatial awareness, loss of or hypersensitivity on my left side, and pins and needles pain on the left. I too am so glad I can still garden and I thank God everyday that it wasn't worse than it was.

[@sandythornton5166]

I've heard you explain this system many times but there is just nothing like actually seeing it done!!! This was motivating and extremely informative!!! I'm looking forward to these videos throughout the week!! Thank you!!

[@nancyh8026]

Thank you!!!! Over the winter I got a white board calendar and divided my yard into 5 zones. I assigned my BT Tuesdays and Fertilizer Fridays and saved the extra projects for weekends. My yard is thriving this year and it’s dedicated to you and Aaron. I was never an “outdoors type of girl” but because of my GA knowledge I’m a full on Gardner now. You are spreading joy and love around world, one plant at a time 🌱✨🌿👩🏼‍🌾

[@lilyl.4415]

Hope I’m not the only one who feel like when I focus on the garden, the inside of the house gets neglected and vise versus.Thanks for the tip Laura! I may have to zone the garden and the inside of the house. 😂

[@MoniqueARuiz]

1 hour to finish a zone, I’m impressed! That would take me all day, mostly because I tend to do one thing then just stop and stare at my work for 15 minutes, partly patting myself on the back for getting the job done, partly trying to cool off and partly imagining what else I can do to improve the space 😂. I’m a very distracted gardener

[@SisterShirley]

Monique Ruiz, we may have been separated at birth. I do the same thing!

[@aalejardin]

@@SisterShirley LOL. Me too -- way too much time thinking about improving the space (and watching the wildlife).

[@cindypatin3577]

Same!! 🙋🏻‍♀️😂🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Edu_Kate]

Before I headed out to run errands, I just took a few minutes the other day to pull a ragweed I'd noticed earlier (I'm extremely allergic). I had my purse in the car and thought, "Why not?" There were also some prickly thistles so before I knew it, I had most of the weeds in my hosta garden pulled.

[@missbiggs9437]

You aren’t the only one Monique, I do the same but mostly looking on and thinking it’s all too much to handle on my own so may as well go back inside and have a rest. 🤣🤣

[@d.wilbur5164]

Love this so much! I'm a 71 YO single woman with two acres of gardens, less than half of which is grass. I do the exact same thing. Always have. I do have a lot of pruning to stay on top of, which I do once a month. I'm amazed at how much I can get done every day. Thank you for this fun video. Love watching you work, Laura :)

[@mariankay6482]

I love your enthusiasm! Never let the stiffness or aches and pains steal your joy! My grandmother loved gardening and such. No easy task in the Texas panhandle during the 20, dirty 30s and 40s. By the 50s it was a bit easier but she was quite a bit older, too! My grandmother bent over to pull a weed ( it was in her hand when they found her) had a heart attack and was gone! I have often thought to myself that other than out of the blue, in my sleep, what a blessing to be doing what we love and then to open our eyes and see Jesus! Well, that's what I'm looking forward to, anyway! Or, I'm ready to go any time God chooses to send Jesus to come and snatch us up from here to be with Him, forever!!! God's best to you and Happy gardening!!!❤️🦋

[@cherylhee9762]

I am a true believer that gardening keeps you young!! Keep up the good work 💪

[@patfaulkner2069]

D. Wilbur. I'm a 69 yo widow with 1.5 acres. Thank you for the confirmation that I to can do this! LOL My gardening and my 3 dogs keep me sane and happy. Great therapy and so rewarding. I'm zoning my garden right now and will begin to implement this next week. Blessings to you!

[@Greens5511]

Dang I started to listen to this thinking this doesn't pertain to me even though I have huge vegetable gardens and many flowers as well.....good grief...this may very well finally b what gets me to stop feeling overwhelmed! Thank u for this!!! I definitely need to implement this system!

[@cindybonem494]

Good luck to you, I know how awful being overwhelmed is, I think this will put you back in charge of your yard and ease your overwhelmed feelings.

[@caroleeeey]

Loved seeing parts of the garden that we haven’t seen for awhile. Also enjoyed the voice over. Laura, you are the energizer bunny… lol

[@creative227]

That was great! My favorite saying is: “How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!” I love your hair color!

[@savvycoster]

Never apologize for the maintenance videos, those are my favorites! Planting videos are so exciting as well, but here towards the end of summer I'm loving the inspiration to get out there and keep the garden looking good and healthy in the heat heading towards autumn. It's also easier on my wallet to be inspired to take care of what I have instead of going out to plant more 😂 Thanks for all you guys do, have a blessed week!

[@holly_kay5570]

Haha, your one zone is as big as my entire yard---I think I can handle dividing it and stay on top now :) Thank you Laura!!!

[@lisasantoro882]

and zone one would be the zone I would want in my yard! (of course the Hartley is a given) Love those urns!!!

[@laraemitchell9064]

This makes me think of the chores inside the house as well. Does anyone else remember the dish towels and aprons like my grandma had that were embroidered with the days of the week that said, “Monday laundry, Tuesday ironing, Wednesday mopping, etc.”. No? Just me? Well I’m old, kids. 🤣 Laura, you do such a great job, and I thank you for your organizational tips and tricks! 💚💚💚

[@laraemitchell9064]

Oh, PS. Don’t forget the bug & snail bait to handle the earwigs. (Shudder). I’m so triggered by the very word “earwigs”. One of the very few things I don’t miss about being in your region.

[@cingbur7824]

This was a good idea! Most of us without your super energy would probably take more like 2 hours to complete today's tasks but it was interesting to see what you actually do each day. Looking forward to the rest of the week.

[@lavinapoppleton1396]

Your advice about zone maintenance is something I started this Spring. Such a relief to know I will “get to that area” once each week. As you say, it brought calmness to my mind. Love your videos and look forward to each one. You and Aaron are great!

[@merriem24]

I’ve recently implemented your system with my city plot and it’s so helpful. With working through the week it was a bummer thinking about spending my weekend doing yard chores, but 20 minutes each work day isn’t too overwhelming.

[@allysonh6410]

Laura, I don't think you realize how Much these videos are Needed. We Need to see How and when you do these things! Don't think you need to show us "something new" we need to see this just as much as anything to maintain these beautiful gardens you've inspired us to make!! 😂😂🥰🙌🙌thank you sooooo much

[@Edu_Kate]

Agreed. That's why I've also asked Aaron to show us how he maintains their arbs.

[@shesgoldenlikedaylight4090]

Even with a small garden, this could be so helpful. I kind of work this way with house work but not outside yet. Time to set up some zones!

[@Yvonne_ennovY]

Same here. Housework gets done this way, but because my garden is small, I never thought to apply this concept. It's actually a great system to learn BEFORE you grow the size of your garden! 👍🏾

[@bethheerten1132]

Come to think of it, I do use a similar system with housework. I guess "dust" equates to "weeds".

[@sarahr2498]

Well dopey me. I NEVER thought about setting up my house this way. After a very dusty summer, I really need to set up this routine!

[@kalli-annbinkowski2593]

As I person that just sucks at routines, I need this series of videos for motivation and information. I suspect I shall be rewatching these many times over the years.

[@ede-jomadden8182]

you are not alone!!

[@bethheerten1132]

I do miss the days of finding "construction vehicles" in my garden. I drilled holes in 2 of the grandkids Tonka trucks, planted them with sedum and placed them by the old swing set.

[@cv7357]

love it!

[@kathymatheny6336]

Wonderful idea! Such a sweet personal touch for an area.

[@MarianneRuffhaven]

sweet idea

[@bethheerten1132]

My eldest grandson, now a senior in college, was tickled when he saw them.

[@kimbradley1292]

Aww I love that! x

[@marklamb258]

Thank you Laura for motivating me to keep Maintenece going on my garden. You’re channel has inspired me to start a landscape business but when I get home from gardening for clients I struggle to find the energy to maintain my own garden. Your system of maintenance helps me to not feel overwhelmed and actually find peace and relaxation in general upkeep. Thank you. 💓

[@jenamakes3705]

I absolutely love this style of video! I’m a new gardener and while I love videos about new plants, I could absolutely use some videos showing how to maintain those plants properly. Since you have so many different plants in one “zone” of your garden I feel like you answered dozens of my questions in one 20 minute video 🙌 thank you for sharing all of your knowledge and expertise

[@YSLRD]

I think you've given me the validation to give up on my yarrow. With 50 inches of rain, I've tried it everywhere, even in a container. It's still pitiful.

[@Edu_Kate]

@@YSLRD I gave up on yarrow years ago. It never looks good. Daylilies are next.

[@mariankay6482]

@@YSLRD 50 inches of rain??? I cannot imagine! I live in the Texas panhandle and it's very similar up here on the high plains as where Eastern Oregon where Laura and Aaron live. Well, except we have more wind here than they do and maybe an inch or 2 more rain. I think they get more snow.

[@terristraub9720]

Truly loved this!! I'm a visual learner and this really helped me put this concept into my area. Thanks Laura and Aaron!!

[@michellebaynes4350]

I love the zone idea. I am setting my zones up today. I will set up my home too like another viewer suggested. I’m excited to start today. No more feeling overwhelmed! Thank you!

[@TheThriftedPlanter]

This totally makes sense because you treat it like a job. You have your set tasks each day then the extra stuff after the daily tasks. Love it!!

[@heatherderganc5984]

Wow! I love the elegant concrete and metal fencing behind you! I don’t remember seeing that before.

[@tonyaperry4763]

I don't recall seeing that concrete fencing either. Is it a fence or like an entry to this area? I think the iron is a gate? The concrete pillar looks to be the frame for the gate? Decor to create a more formal appearance?

[@rosalynpasak1622]

That concrete piece used to be in another part of the garden under a tree surrounded by a lot of shade plants. I have always admired that.

[@Edu_Kate]

It's always been there by the fireplace, but I hadn't noticed the finials. They sort of match the top of her Hartley.

[@outofhere496]

I remember your previous video when you touched on this subject. I started to think of my yard in this manner, because of the heat and my age it works out well for me. I get a feeling of accomplishment daily and my yard does not get out of hand. Thank you for providing that perspective.

[@jennifermcduffie6629]

Yes, gardening is much more enjoyable when you do a small amount each day …. especially as you get older and in the hot humid days of summer!!

[@karenross3457]

You are right about the humidity. This is the second week of oppressive humidity here in Delaware. Come on fall!

[@GardenMinistry.]

Laura i am actually excited about this series, i just love Maintenance videos!! You are right about that lilac tree, that area needs a new tree, something fresh and beautiful that will reflect the beauty of the new walkway coming in!

[@Edu_Kate]

Perhaps a smoke bush or tree?

[@jamieflint2550]

I love that you're taking us through all the zones! Can't wait for the rest! I usually get outside at least 20-30 mins every day, just to keep up on watering and harvesting in the summer, but with no real thought or organization... So i love the idea of zones to organize the garden maintenance! 😊

[@tabathasims5582]

I love this video, I'm such a visual person and to see you go through the garden area as you did was very inspiring. Sometimes the thought of doing something is more overwhelming than actually doing it. Breaking it down into manageable pieces is so simple yet so affective. I'm looking forward to seeing the rest of the zones being done. Thank you for all you do x

[@mindbodysoil66]

G' morning! 🌞 trying to get back on track since the loss of my father. This method of zoning has managed to keep me on track for over 10yrs, especially since it's just me, myself, and I maintaining my property on top of working 12hr days for my small business. Having a plan is always a lifesaver!

[@langell77]

Sorry for your loss

[@sandidueckman1491]

So sorry for your loss ❤️

[@camicri4263]

Sorry for the loss of your father! God be with you!

[@sharifajan-silva1197]

Sorry for your loss🙏🏽😇

[@tannismc]

So sorry for your loss.

[@jennifersmith9724]

Thank you, thank you, thank you Laura for this video!!! We recently moved from a .75 acre lot in a neighborhood in town to a 2.5 acre lot in the country. My husband and I were having a "discussion" about how overwhelmed we both feel with our flower beds and garden. This video was right on time for us! We are going to give your zone approach a go! You're great at what you do and truely an inspiration to me!

[@KudosKitchen]

Invaluable reminder for life itself. Not just gardening. Thanks for all the positivity you both bring into the world. I treasure your channel!

[@tenealsimpson4893]

G'day Laura and family from Australia 💜 been looking forward to this video 😁👍

[@LiveAlcheme]

Really appreciate the information on the zone structure and then seeing it in action. Big shout out to Paul for his great work and obvious love that he pours into the zones!

[@kkate9366]

Thank you for this video. It is so nice to see you have the same issues we have and how you manage them on a daily basis. You inspire me every morning to start my gardening day! Thank you-

[@bhengmendoza8215]

Good evening everyone 😊🤚🇵🇭 Let's all watch again for this exciting and let's all learn on how to take care of our garden and plants 🏵🌻🌷🥰🥰🥰

[@joannereinauer7532]

I loved this video. I can’t wait to get dressed and get out there.

[@tia1629]

Me too! 🙂

[@lgrillo]

OMG. "That's Monday's zone and that's all there is to it!" She is amazing. That seemed like a LOT of work to me!

[@plantitpretty2891]

Structure helps so much. One of my favorite sayings is how do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time this is a perfect example.

[@mindbodysoil66]

THANK YOU! I have been putting off the removal or at least scaling back of a lilac that has been in its location well over 30yrs. It looks horrible even though I have pruned it regularly. Now I will have space to do something else. Like you always say, if you don't love it, get rid of it!

[@anyrahamat]

I can imagine (and hope!) that you are such a wholesome and centered person. I recently picked up gardening again (just a small balcony) and there's just something about gardening, plants, flowers, etc and immersing yourself in the whole experience that frees up your mind and makes you feel so good! Thank you for inspiring all of us here! This definitely helps my mental health :)

[@bettywilmot7627]

Thank you, Laura! I too feel overwhelmed when I look at my gardens. I kind of do that, I have one large main garden and then several smaller ones. I feel that if I tackle the main one I feel I can leave the smaller ones for another day. But preparing a schedule like you do feels right. I will get that done then won't feel guilty if I see weeds.....I've gotten so many very useful advice watching you!

[@wendygower2839]

Thankyou so much for all your videos. I'm from Melbourne Australia and today we have been in lockdown for 213 days since March last year. Seeing your garden brings so much joy and broadens our limited horizon. I've taken a liking to watching your mail time videos too. I feel like I've been shopping without spending the money. Many blessings for all your family does xoxo

[@jazz8787]

Hello all and good evening from the Philippines! 💚☺🌿🌼

[@aliciaconnolly1227]

LOVE this - just bought a larger property and restoring the gardens is overwhelming to think of at times, this would help immensely!

[@dachsymom5232]

Light bulb moment. I have 5 acres. I zone clean. Why did I not think of zone gardening! I've even seen her other videos talking about her zones, but it just did not click until I saw her do it! 🤷‍♀️🙃⚘🌻

[@heathertrent3881]

I am so motivated to start this schedule with my one acre garden/ yard!! I let my vegetable garden get out of hand this year! This is our third year with a vegetable garden. I’ll be adding a notification to my calendar starting this fall! Love watching you every day!

[@Cottoncandycorner]

I have started watching your wonderful channel Recently we purchased 5 acres in the North. Our acreage is wild. I like the wild animals that wander through such as , Deer, Cariboo, Bear and who knows what else may show up.

[@cherylhee9762]

Congrats! Keep your eyes on your hostas and daylilies!! Deer just love those plants and blooms. Almost forgot azaleas too!!

[@juneterry8487]

Laura, it's great to see this plan for maintenance by zones. I've often wondered how you stay on top of the general maintenance and this has answered my question. Your garden is amazing!!!

[@sillybeeful]

Fantastically useful…. This video was a real “penny dropping” moment for me …. Thank you for your energy, knowledge and passion, it’s so inspiring and infectious 🐸

[@vickipackham7357]

I had to Google what penny dropping meant.

[@sillybeeful]

@@vickipackham7357 😊 we learn something new everyday 💐

[@terricamp2437]

I LOVED this! To actually see the tasks you consider maintenance and how you do them is so helpful! I’m excited for the rest of the week!

[@gr8gardn]

Love this zone maintainance video💕 looking forward to seeing the rest of the zones. It would be great if these were repeated maybe once a month during the season. Your zone method has changed my attitude-I love my garden more and it looks overall so much better! It’s almost shocking how few weeds there are to pull now. Thanks so much👏🌻🌸

[@sophiazworldz]

Cautious suggestion for lilac tree🤭: allow the new growth of the (those three branches away from the tree) to grow and cut down the old tree. You would then get a multi branch new tree that would be healthy and just as beautiful as the old one.🌸🌺🌸

[@seanaames6855]

Yes! I discovered that the old, rough bark attracts borers and other pests. If you trim out the old stuff and leave the new stuff you eliminate most of the problems.

[@missbiggs9437]

Very good to know Sophia, thank you for sharing!!

[@courtneycullen6289]

When I started making idea boards for landscaping and the layers I wanted to begin to add to my pre-existing garden and then eventually build upon on the PW website (which I love), I found myself creating specific zones for my little over 1/4 acre, including everything from trees to edibles. And when it came time to plant the eleventy billion bare roots and bulbs this fall, I planted by zone. Once I began thinking that way, it has become much easier to think, Monday, garden clean up and winter mulching cottage garden zone or patio garden zone. The previous video was a huge help because I work 70-80 hours a week and can still have a busy and productive garden filled with beautiful things.

[@preranaghalsasi510]

Flawless transition between sound quality of on camera narration and recorded narration! This is one of the reason what makes your videos very high quality and a pleasure to watch (and listen to). Such a motivation packed video! Thanks for making my Monday morning!

[@MalvikaSinghforever]

So we all already know that Laura is a superwoman in her garden .. we now get a behind the scene into how exactly she becomes one .. can’t wait to see the entire week !!!!!!!! Love the concept.

[@michelew5810]

This was perfect timing! I remember when you showed the color-coded zone graph before, but I seemed to have more time back then. Now I'm feeling the pressure, or do I have more tasks now that I've been 'Laura'd'? Either way, I took straight to my desk and laid out my own color-coded chart. Even the act of doing that has reduced my stress! Thanks Laura!

[@georgekoutsoudopoulos]

So glad you are doing there videos Laura, a good way to show to all the thoughtless people commenting all the time that your garden looks great. It's because you all work very hard at it. There's no magic recipe to make gardening "low maintenance". Little and often is the only way.

[@martycallison9105]

Your maintenance videos are my favorite. Somehow, I get a sense of satisfaction from them - even though I’m just sitting here on my couch watching you work.

[@peggyhelblingsgardenwhatyo7920]

Good morning Laura, I'm 71, gardening over 50 years and I live in Windermere, Florida zone 9b. We have weeds 52 weeds/year! I have been working on a schedule for a few years. Bit by bit gardening works better than all or nothing. My lot is only 50'x125' with a house in the center, but I still spend time in the Garden daily. Brilliant advice on how to Get It Done and still enjoy our Yards As always, thanks 💕🌸💕

[@susanherbert3014]

Such great idea, it’s also beneficial to break it up into zones because you get those hot 100+ degree days so being outside for just a short amount of time to tidy up every is so smart!

[@robine.4248]

I am so glad you showed this type of video. All along I thought, "she has to have a team of yard people for maintenance!" Now I feel inspired again. I'm a lot older than you but I love to garden and I am going to try "your plan" for maintenance. If I can manage it better, I might even think about opening up another space in back for more! Thank you! You always make it look so easy but beautiful. Perfect combo.

[@barbarabigelow9110]

Good morning! Great way to organize maintenance work. Grateful to learn so much from you. Looking forward to watching the rest of these helpful videos!

[@seriouslyreally5413]

I just LOVE your voice-over narratives! Your excellent content narrative, paired with the superb editing laser focuses on the key points of every scene so there is no wasted words or visual distractions... and your garden scenes are so pretty😍! You make the best use of lighting of any garden videographer in the business.

[@caitleesi716]

Good morning Laura and family! Have a great day

[@CWCNRBS]

I am a retired RN . Everyday after work , arriving home in scrubs, I would walk through my yard, ck for weeds,monitor my garden and flowers etc. Took about 30 mins ,went inside, showered and threw in a load of laundry. We lived there for 28 years and when we moved our neighbors commented on our efficient daily routine and had even started doing the same thing . Little did I know!

[@sherribrown6031]

Thank you Laura! Great way to work in the garden & not be overwhelmed!!! I worked in the school system for 30 years. Always had all summer to weed/groom and plant what ever I wanted. Now my hubby & I are retired and camping most of the summer. After a 5 to 10 day camping trip, I come home to a mess! Have been making the flower beds smaller & planting more grass. I'm going to try your weeding zone plan.....want to enjoy my gardens again without being so stressed out after a camping trip! Enjoy your videos sooooo much!🥰

[@dianetreleaven5003]

Thank you so much for the garden zone idea! I did a similar thing for my housework, but never thought to carry it over to my garden. I’ve been doing it for about a year now and what a difference it makes! It’s SO true that when I see a weed or a little maintenance issue I know it will be addressed on the appropriate day. Now I enjoy my garden so much more! Thank you again Laura for all of your gardening expertise!

[@GartenPotpourri]

Hello from Germany 🇩🇪 and I am very grateful for your commitment by sharing your garden, life and above all your dedication to tell us your great ideas. This video is so far my most favorite apart from the antiqueing shopping sprees with your mum. I am going to adapt your zone system to my garden. Thank you so much for sharing. Love to Aaron, Benjamin, Samantha and your lovely Mum. Best wishes from a passionate gardener in Germany. ❤️ Love Anja from In Good Nick

[@judiemcpherson8586]

Thank you thank you 😊 this helps so much I don’t really know what I’m doing in the garden 🪴 but following along with you teaching us what needs to be pruned and dead headed helps so much and watching you do it makes me want to get up off my couch and get working 🙂

[@tcondrey]

Good morning!!! 💜🌸💜

[@karinichols3715]

Absolutely loved this video!! The format of you working and explaining everything is excellent. Looking forward to Tuesday, Wed. Thurs. & Friday!!!!

[@cookiescott2165]

Love your zoning idea. Thanks for sharing it all.❤❤❤❤

[@kaystinebrink1220]

This was a GREAT video. You show so many 'perfect' areas but this video shows what August garden work looks like for most of us.

[@kimjapinga6550]

I really like these maintenance videos. Seeing everything tidied up is so satisfying.

[@ElderandOakFarm]

This system has helped me SOOOOO much! Every day I'd go out to the garden to do a particular task, & Id end up just pulling weeds, & not getting anything done. Weeding is so therapeutic for me now, now that they're so easy to pull, b/c I never let them get out of control! I do weeding 3 days a week for 30 minutes each day (max) before I do any other tasks (different ''zone" each day) I have "Fertilizer Friday" & then I have 1 dau where i harvest & process veggies & cutflowers, & 1 day where I work on deadheading, tying things up to trellis', & other garden maintenance.

[@darlenethompson6738]

Nice to be reminded that planning makes the chores do-able. I often get overwhelmed and back off, creating more work. Thank you

[@theacripps8099]

There really is nothing like starting off the day with a small project and then getting that feeling of accomplishment! Looking forward to the rest of the series!

[@abiering]

This was so very helpful. I’ve got to set this up for me and for my housecleaning. Makes so much sense. Thank you.

[@MyBackyardScience]

You have a great strategy for managing the maintenance of the property 👍.

[@CandycaneLane999]

Excellent video! This method has helped me so much, with the heat of summer it makes it so much easier to just do it in "little bites & chews"

[@heatherfahrenholz9628]

Does anyone else watch these videos and think “ duh 🙄 🤦🏼‍♀️ why didn’t I think of that !” 🤣 . Thank you so very much to Laura and Aaron for sharing such informative videos , that help us make our garden / life balance so much easier!!! You guys are the best!!! 🙏😊

[@heathernesbitt1309]

Laura and Aaron thank you so much for doing these maintenance videos. Creating a beautiful garden is only part of the process if it’s not maintained properly. I know it’s hard work but you make it look so easy💜🌸

[@BahamianLily]

Well done, Laura! I'm glad you've shown all of us that, with a little bit of planning, any of us can maintain our own little pieces of heaven.

[@karenswanson3749]

I absolutely loved this video! It was so helpful to see how you handled garden maintenance. I always seem to struggle with garden maintenance especially this time of the year. The weather has been really hot with high humidity( usually above 80%) so being outside is not very pleasant. Having things in a zone makes it seem much more manageable. Obviously since we are coming off this hot weather I have some catch up to do but thanks for the inspiration!

[@gardengal26]

Thanks for taking us along today! I'm going to try this in my own garden, which is much smaller than yours, but can overwhelm me with the upkeep and the plans for adjusting certain areas and adding new ones. I'm also going to use this method inside my house...I have a lot to clean out for reorganization and donation and then a little light redecorating. This too can be so overwhelming with everyday life. Thanks for the inspiration!😊

[@laurelechavarria7006]

Thanks you! Lowered my anxiety level 100%! I have just under 3 acres, 140 roses and other plant material and I was getting completely stressed out wondering how to keep up with it all.

[@thisiscarolyn7670]

Wow! I thought I had a lot of roses, around 55, and I have found that amount totally overwhelming especially when it's pruning time. But the zoning idea could really make the difference to keep the overwhelm under control.

[@seekhim1560]

You are officially the Fly Lady of the Garden! You motivate me to get things done!!

[@abbasibnufirnas764]

Good evening from Indonesia

[@lianelindsey1407]

My hat off to you, Laura! You are a busy girl and Mother!

[@junioracosta4157]

Laura’s YOU’RE AMAZING 🤩 🤩🤩PURE INSPIRATION 😍😍😍👏👏👏

[@dkutie4real]

Zoning your Garden is absolutely GENIUS!!! I know exactly what I'll be doing sooner than later. I always get soooo overwhelmed with weeding, especially when combined with my daily work and life schedule. Thanks for the idea. 👍🏼🌺🤗

[@mati261000]

Laura you are simply amazing! May God continue to bless you with abundant energy and great health!

[@kimgurley472]

I really, really LOVE this series! Sooooo helpful to see HOW you actually do this maintenance!!!

[@donnawalker3910]

Breaking down the work into zones is so useful, great idea. How have you worked the new property into your weekly schedule?

[@cathyhaigis1477]

I started working in zones in my garden last year. My space is just half acre but I find it much easier since I garden in zone 8 and it’s usually pretty hot. Loved the voice over!

[@BeckyValkyrie]

I will definitely be implementing a zone system in my garden next year. I'm focusing on slowing down and actually ENJOYING my garden for once, so this will most definitely help me towards that. ❤️🙏🏻

[@be_you2023]

Great life lessons here, not just for gardening! It is apparent, the key to not being overwhelmed is: forming good habits that become automatic and compartmentalisation.

[@judymckerrow6720]

After reading some of the comments I think this maintenance series is a BIG hit with your fans! 💚🙃

[@j_stuchbury2123]

I need to adopt this manageable system as I do become overwhelmed by my garden and end up with areas that get out of hand. I inherited my garden when I bought my house and I've slowly been removing shrubs that were either too big, diseased or I simply didn't like. You helped me to get to point where I can remove something I don't like and not feel overly guilty. Now if only mother nature would cooperate and start the transition to crisp autumn weather I will finally start yanking out the old rose bushes that need to go!