It’s put your ducks to work day here at Common Farm - June farm tour with floristry and ducks

Twenty four hours as a flower farmer and florist this June 2024 during British Flowers week. Enjoy!
Flower Farm open for Open Farm Sunday is Fosse Farm Flowers www.fossefarmflowers.co.uk/
Podcasts I mention: Zoe zoe.com/learn/category/podcasts and Dr Rangan Chatterjee Feel Better, Live More open.spotify.com/show/6NyPQfc...
Influencers: Josie on here as @josieirons and Deborah Brett, on Instagram as / deborahbrett
My lovely blouse from my friend and neighbour (who doesn't care if I've brushed my hair or have mud under my finger (or toe!) nails x www.sarahokeefeshop.com/
For a discount on website orders, an ad-free version of this clip, all the info re the redesign of the flower farm and the new studio being created in the field, and all Georgie's new clips with extra tips, news and regular live at 5s, do join her KZbin club. You can join up here via the links on our homepage. The club costs £8.99 per month (join via a desktop or mobile browser. Joining via the KZbin app pushes cost up to £11.99 per month!)
For a full list of workshops and demos held by flower farmer and florist Georgie Newbery, including ones on floristry and flower arranging, see our website for more details and to book your place www.commonfarmflowers.com/pag...
If you enjoy the tips and tricks Georgie gives you here, or would simply like to support the channel, the link to her Buy Me a Coffee page is here: www.buymeacoffee.com/COMMONFARM
#britishflowers #mygardentoday #britishflowersweek #floral #flowers #ducks #slugs #gardentour #backyardfarm #gardenfarm #grownnotflown #sustainablefloristry

[@cshell780]

One of the reasons I watch you is that you do appear strong , intellegent ,and able . You also have a great sense of humor! I always learn something and am inspired by watching Common Farms. Also love your mom!!! She’s also a strong, intellegent, able and inspirational woman. 🌸

[@bernajohnson751]

100 % 🌿🤍

[@cherylcrane7535]

Ditto! Frm N California love your passion!Also you definitely are living the dream- Your dream!!

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you all - and yes, Googie's no fool neither x

[@susancanning1760]

Speaking if ducks in a row...you have them ! You are an influencer Georgie....very much so. Without even trying you influence thousands!❤

[@theflowerfarmer]

ah thank you x

[@ECole-le7we]

Strong, capable and intelligent - You are all three! And you are real and authentic. Perhaps you're not a 21st century influencer. But more importantly, you are an inspiration to all of us. Don't change at all!

[@dianewhitmire]

Yes perfectly said.

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you so much x

[@user-os7om7ef9k]

THANK THE GOOD LORD you are not an influencer!! No, you are a decent, down to earth, very talented, very funny woman full of empathy, who also happens to run a really beautiful flower farm and happens to video it and her thoughts for the pleasure of those who care to watch (of which I am one....of many). Just be you Georgie, everyone else is taken (as the saying goes). I have found my mojo again in my garden, thanks to you and the way you approach it, and pretty much everything--with gusto and joy.

[@theflowerfarmer]

ah thank you - so glad you're enjoying the garden x

[@jshagen-ov6fw]

I enjoy watching your blogs because you are down to earth, practical, informative and intelligent.

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x very reassuring x

[@leighanntindle5652]

Too late, an influencer you are. You influence others to seek sustainability. You influence others to think about what they need and not just chase after the junk society tells us to. You influence others to care and invest in family; you respect your husband, your parents and you're there for your children. You influence others to find the best things in life and cherish and hold on to them so that they last for years. I'm on the other side of the pond but I'm thankful for your influence in my day to day.

[@theflowerfarmer]

ah thank you x

[@liewnyoklin218]

You are perfect the way you are Georgie...the reason why we tune in to your channel is because you are authentic in your own way

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x it's a fascinating business though, the influencer thing x

[@user-uy7wp8mf8n]

It's to late, you are already an influencer. Many of us watch your videos as soon as you upload. Not only are you a great flower farmer, but a very talented florist. But the best is you sense of humour. Such a clown. Keep them coming.

[@theflowerfarmer]

lol - thank you xxx

[@walksthroughlife900]

You DO look strong, capable and intelligent...and clean up nicely when you need to.

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you - I do HAVE a hairbrush - just need to remember to use it! x

[@bobbilynnmiller742]

I love how real and down to earth you are ! You are refreshing to us all !! 😊

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thankyou x

[@EvaMarieK]

One of the many reasons we love you Georgie💕💕

[@theflowerfarmer]

Ah Thankyou x

[@sheilahurford5931]

You ate the best influencer. Much more sincere

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@dianaford9040]

It’s been so enjoyable to hang out with you today Georgie. Thanks.🙏

[@theflowerfarmer]

you're welcome x

[@tinahart1712]

Thank you for this video, I thoroughly enjoyed it. Your lovely friend and colleague may have said that ‘you do not care what you look like’. I think that you do, and also you have your own indicative and creative style which appeals to many people who combine hard outside work with fun and joie de vivre. I do not know whether you know it, but you are actually an influencer! Do remember it depends who you are influencing, I would guess that the majority of your viewers could be ladies, not necessarily flower farmers, but whoever they are, I think they will love you for the person that you are and not the clothes that you are wearing. You are strong, capable and intelligent, and in my opinion, the epitome of women empowerment. To a certain degree, you could say you were the 20th century Constant Spry. Certainly your flower arrangements have that beautiful freeness and naturalistic style about them. I’m absolutely loving the bare feet. I’m sure you will get a lot of ‘grounding’ doing that and feel all that energy coming through from nature. Here is my top tip. With regards to Zoe, don’t forget, you can include herbs in your 30 fruit and vegetables a week. Morrisons do a cheap mixed herbs which includes: Thyme, Margoram, oregano, sage, and basil, just sprinkle that on anything you cook and already you are up by five! Keep up the good work. Can’t wait to see Saskia‘s new shop in Wincanton. Tina and Richard ❤️

[@theflowerfarmer]

I don't think she meant it in a bad way - I think she meant I don't care in an am I pretty way - but I do care, when I think about it, that I look strong and capable and hope that if someone looks at me feeling strong and capable then they might feel strong and able too and if we all feel a bit stronger and a bit more able then there will be more confident people out there and that has to be a good thing - especially for those of us allergic to makeup x

[@theflowerfarmer]

and yes I love that the 30 can include coffee and red wine and cider apple vinegar and all the herbs and all the spices - that way it's not hard to get to thirty in a week - my fave new thing is fresh mint and Melissa snipped from the garden in yoghourt with fruit - YUM! XXX

[@lavinapoppleton1396]

You ARE strong, capable and intelligent! Your beauty shines brightly when you are doing what you love, namely teaching/sharing your passion for growing flowers, making arrangements and all things related that. Beauty is not limited to physical appearance, more importantly beauty is one’s essence…and blimey, you have both in spades! Love your channel, watch all your clips more than once if truth be told! I also love your sense of humour… Keep on being you❣️

[@theflowerfarmer]

hurrah and thank you x

[@chriswatts3253]

You are an influencer Georgie, it is your influence that has lead me to star growing cut flowers. Knowing you have had such a problem with slugs and snails this year has actually made me feel a little better. Never known such a bad year for the little blighters.

[@theflowerfarmer]

it's been a terrible year for slugs x

[@sharonspencer6486]

We love you just the way you are. You’re a very hard working woman. Please keep being yourself! Love your channel!😊❤

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@sharcarlson4980]

You influence us with every video you put out. Thank you.

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@rnchimilar]

Omg the buttercups beautiful. The little ducks are so cute what a life. I really enjoy seeing what you are up to on any given day. Your down to earth and easy to watch as I sit here in Vancouver 5am in the morning listening to the birds with my morning coffee.

[@theflowerfarmer]

hello Vancouver! x

[@LINDAWATSONGARDEN]

Your flower meadow Georgie is absolutely delightful. What picture of yellowness.Love the way you are, you talk a lot of sense.

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you so much x

[@42apprentice]

Those sweet Williams are stunning, such lovely flowers

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you - I love them x

[@BeehindThyme]

Oh, I love your words on how you want to look like- that’s exactly me! You’re simply the BEST!

[@theflowerfarmer]

All the best people x

[@donnaterrell938]

Loved this video! Sweet peas,ducks, bouquet arranging...all enjoyable.

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thanks so much! x

[@elizabethrobson1110]

You are capable strong and intelligent - we see you for you and we see the plants you are passionate about . You do care how you present what’s important to you and you do it brilliantly. And being a woman of the same age I agree with everything you’ve said.

[@theflowerfarmer]

hurrah - glad you agree x

[@donnaterrell938]

You're a lovely gardener and obviously bright and strong; and you have very stylish glasses. You're gardening, wear whatever you're comfortable in ... This channel isn't a fashion show, just be you and know you're appreciated for what you do and the knowledge you share.

[@theflowerfarmer]

true and thank you x

[@user-de3gr3bm3q]

The farm is looking beautiful and I appreciate you keeping things real…slugs! They are a menace! Beautiful stroll through the flowers✨⭐️✨

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@jomassey4207]

I was interested in joining your vlog channel because you have knowledge, enthusiasm and a bloody wonderful s.o.h and flower farm. Kiwi gals are tomboys and love going barefoot, well the gardeners and beach goers mainly. As long as you are comfortable and warm. Can dig good-sized holes for transplanting perenials when needed and get dirty and sweaty, learning as you go, nothing else matters. Nice to know, as 50 plus women think life is less about looks and more about substance. I find snail eggs like to hide in the under side of terracotta pots. I also go around with a torch late at night and wear my crocs to squish as many slugs and snails as possible. The birds eat up the left overs. Best time to do this is at the end of winter or the beginning of spring, when everythings still moist and wet. Love the little chattering of the ducks. They will devour snail and slugs very happily.😊 What a buggar the slugs have eaten your new perenials....the roots might still be underground. Putting a bit of beer in a small plastic container and sit them at the edge of your flower border, the slugs will drink and fall in and die quite drunk and deluded. Jo Massey. Nz

[@theflowerfarmer]

the ducks are being brilliant x

[@gardengirl7446]

Your look is perfect for this channel. You influence in the best way ❤

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thank you so much 😀 x

[@janetschuhl]

Georgie you are my influencer. It is just how I want to flower farm and and design. No one is looking at me. You are interesting informative fun and natural. and that is what influences me to pursue my life her in southeast Pennsylvania.. Thanks

[@theflowerfarmer]

Love that! x

[@caroldixon3124]

You are my influencer, never change, you would look fab in a black dustbin bag. You are the whole package

[@theflowerfarmer]

lol - I remember black dustbin bag dressing up as a punk when I was at college - a bit sweaty! x

[@catherinezornischenko-pr-bn9wo]

I think you're great and I'll continue to watch you! I'm 64 years old You make me feel great On my 5 1⁄2 acres in the United States

[@theflowerfarmer]

hurrah for five and a half acres x

[@chambielion70]

I always used to garden in bare feet unless heavy digging . I learned over the years of gardening , over 50yrs , how to feel the quality of the soil with my feet . Digging my wiggly wee toes into the soil is a particular joy which I miss now I am unable to walk .

[@theflowerfarmer]

you're right - I sounds as though you can conjure up the memory well though x

[@chambielion70]

@@theflowerfarmer oh yes , all I need is the lovely smell of soil and away I go . As you can probably tell I am a bit of a soil geek , haha , not a bad thing I think .

[@chambielion70]

You will appreciate my absolute bliss when I was able to survey a part of my garden today after a very unwell fortnight and I discovered some beautiful Wintersweet sparkling back at me . ( mid winter Sth Is NewZealand ) I love the way you always talk about light , I feel the same way , and the stunning dappled light coming from the Winter sun twinkling through the lemony flowers uplifted my spirits . My eternal optimism in the face of chronic bad health is not based on false foundations but the firm belief in the power of gratitude , and with gardens there is ALWAYS something to be grateful for .❤️

[@liarhodey9417]

I don’t know why I didn’t find you much sooner, but for the past 5mo I just love your content and you! - Chattanooga, TN

[@theflowerfarmer]

hello Chattanooga! x

[@user-zd6fg6xf5q]

Hooray for the ducks!!! I need them in my garden too.

[@theflowerfarmer]

they are such charming little friends x

[@riverunner9978]

Yes yes I’m a barefooted one too! We ground ourselves to the very heartbeat of our earth! Love it♥️

[@theflowerfarmer]

it's great isn't it x

[@riverunner9978]

@@theflowerfarmer …. Indeed and ,luffa sponges scrubs them clean!

[@nvk9193]

I have, from the beginning, before you began to share the sources of some of your "pieces" (woolen sweaters, beautiful blouses, cool rubber boots, intriguing lip rings, fantastic glasses, delicate earrings)... you quickly became, and remain, one of my top style icons... and when I found out that you had worked for Vogue, I thought, of course. You're gorgeous and totally stylish in a way I admire and enjoy so much. ROAR ❤ Oh yes, and then there's The magic you work with flowers and words and the art that is the way you share and inhabit your part of the planet xo

[@theflowerfarmer]

ah thank you x

[@anniewildmush1284]

my kids are so overwhelmed how my feet are dirty in the summer... i scrub every day.. still the next day ...

[@theflowerfarmer]

lol - yes the foot scrub gets some use in the summer here too x

[@user-vf3vc1ri5q]

But you are an influencer! Just not a frivolous one! You give us inspiration and educate us along with being intertaining. Thank you!

[@theflowerfarmer]

ah thank you x

[@esthermalone2318]

merci belle 🌳🍃🌱🐝🐦‍⬛🦋🐛🪻🪺🌸🌺🌷des canards si mignons 🪿🪿🪿

[@theflowerfarmer]

you're welcome x

[@sharonrobillard5163]

I love the wildflowers… so so beautiful! I laughed out loud several times as you are so natural and witty… you are beautiful inside and out …Georgie… I appreciate your hard work and dedication to your profession ! Love the barefoot walk about I do that too! 💕

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you so much x

[@uteberg4781]

Thank you so much for this wonderful and wise video!!! What a gift!!! Have a very nice weekend!!! 🤗🌻🌸

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you and you x

[@dianethompson8079]

You influence me in the best of ways. Thank you for all that you share.

[@theflowerfarmer]

ah thank you x

[@mkwats5375]

Dash my Cavalier is calling out to Teacake returning his bark!

[@theflowerfarmer]

Woof! x

[@BottlegardenUK]

You've had an influence on me, in all the best ways. Having bought your 'grow your own wedding' book and doing that last year. I am currently half way through reading The Flower Farmer's Year - not bad considering I only got it about 5 hours ago! I don't think I will be a flower farmer this year, but growing my own cutting garden and selling the odd home grown bouquet, as well as providing all the flowers for my church arrangements is a good start. Dipping my toes perhaps! And I do admire your energy levels, especially with no sleep. Is the secret growing your own vegetables I wonder??!?!

[@theflowerfarmer]

lol - you're a quick reader! and it's good to dip your toes - a great way to start x

[@sharonpehi7564]

Love your channel, so interesting to someone who loves the garden but doesn't have one!!! Thank you

[@theflowerfarmer]

glad you enjoy it x

[@mdorn6592]

'Influencing' should be about inspiring people in positive way - which I believe you accomplish. Unlike the same 'influencer' label placed on degenerates that bring society down...we can do without those people influencing anyone thank you

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@jacquielawrence5670]

You ARE an influencer in "working hard, teaching others and living a natural life". I don't want to be "smartly dressed and scared to bloody move". I was once told that I didn't look professional enough! Needless to say , they didn't have my "experience" for long 😅

[@theflowerfarmer]

lol - I'm a big believer in wearing best clothes all the time though - because otherwise they never get worn in my world x

[@jacquielawrence5670]

Exactly, pay a bit more and wear it until they are rags, then cut them up for scraps in quilts or rags for that swear word "cleaning" 😅❤​@@theflowerfarmer

[@amysimpson646]

I am a realist. I admire and respect those who are authentic and so, I think the world would be a much better place if there were fewer influencers and more people like yourself. Here's to bare feet, messy hair, and dirty fingernails, my dear.🍻

[@theflowerfarmer]

skipping! x

[@user-yw7xd2fe1c]

The fact that you’re strong, intelligent and able is your charm and makes you enjoyable to watch. I think it’s nice to live a life not dolled up to the nines all the time because it’s a treat for others when one makes an effort and scrubs up. Appearances aside, do you tie in your sweet peas or do you let them romp about in gay abandon up the jute netting?

[@theflowerfarmer]

I do tie sweet peas in from time to time - but it's much easier for them to climb up jute netting than the old plastic we used to use so they don't need so much tying in x

[@donnaterrell938]

And Thank You!

[@theflowerfarmer]

you're welcome x

[@lorrainereid5707]

Love your ducks Georgie I had 3 pet ducks as a teenager , go ducks ! My problem with influencers is they dont come across as 'real' you on the other hand are a genuine hardworking ,passionate and funny thank you

[@theflowerfarmer]

every now and again I'm asked to say I really like a product or something and when I think about it I can't do it in a straightforward way unless I really love it and I don't always - it's a difficult thing x

[@hollyadkins4729]

I think you’re AMAZING!

[@theflowerfarmer]

Ah thank you x

[@sheilahurford5931]

Ah you make me feel better . Have lost crops too

[@theflowerfarmer]

it's been a terrible year x

[@gracemccartin194]

Have you tried putting beer in a small bowl to attract the slugs? It works except when it rains and we forget to add more beer. We catch about 7 or 8 slugs each evening when we remember to add more beer. Just an idea. I love your personality and genuine -ness. 🥰

[@theflowerfarmer]

I'd need a lot of small bowls of beer... a kilometre of beds - the ducks are doing a great job x

[@AliBenrose]

I love your channel, love the flowers ❤ you’re a fun, funny person. ( good friend material I think )

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thank you so much x

[@kellyferren2705]

I just found you on here ,and you are funny and down to earth and real,love your video and because of you I subscribe, great fun thank you😊

[@theflowerfarmer]

ah thank you x

[@susieharris5303]

You are comfortable in your skin. That is what we all should strive to achieve. Love and acceptance of oneself. Please don't change. And you are an influencer on how to go through life loving what you do. Your mom is a great roll model too.

[@theflowerfarmer]

yes mum is quite the thing too xxx

[@melindawycoff5627]

My daughter and I often quote to each other and now to her 4 year old daughter a quote from “The Help”. “ You is smart, you is kind, you is important!”

[@theflowerfarmer]

LOVE that xxx

[@oksanatoofor4470]

You are an influencer - You influence people like me to get outside in the garden, plant flowers I’ve never planted before… and today I’m even considering whether I could keep some ducks! Don’t turn away from influencer marketing completely - just be really selective - whatever genuinely chimes with you will chime with us! We aren’t interested in makeup, fancy’s shoes and handbags, but the best vases for arrangements / gardening products / practical outdoors clothing etc would be a win. Remember influencers like JosieLDN do this full time, have teams of people working with them and their businesses turnover multiple millions £ p.a.

[@theflowerfarmer]

yes I know what you mean - yes the things I really like I'm happy to share but never think of it being a financial thing - I love my blouses, boots and snips so happy to talk about those often x

[@spinningstones]

Hats off to you Georgie! I am not a grower to sell but a grower to eat and smell and enjoy and provide for the birds and bees etc. I watch all of your clips because I so appreciate your down to earth approach to life, your 'enoughness' approach to making a living and your zest for life. I appreciate your recognition of what you have inherited from Googie and how all those 'influences' have shaped you to become the person you are today. All hail the bare feet, the duck poo, the manky jumpers, the well worn apron and the good food eaten out of the one pan! Definately my kind of influencer....

[@theflowerfarmer]

hurrah - especially for less washing up x

[@matthewgardiner6793]

Hello from New Zealand..love the ducks,😃I often used to let my Pekins into the gardens/ grounds to clean slugs up and they were brilliant,thankfully we don’t have foxes here in NZ to worry about. Thanks for video,always enjoy

[@theflowerfarmer]

hello New Zealand! xxx

[@lafarmhouse]

❤

[@francescacanfield5098]

Again you made me laugh out loud, and smile. Great day! Glad you have a spot for your tea cup, excellent advice. I need a spot for my espresso iced latte (somewhat obsessed). 😊 ( I have American Buff geese, and I love them)

[@theflowerfarmer]

your geese sound great x

[@mswyman100]

I would love to have a set of ducks on slug patrol, and, so would my lab! So instead I’ve turned to summer weight, .55oz frost cloth. Originally used to deter deer from devouring my hostas & hydrangeas, it has seemed to work at keeping most slugs at bay. This is all the more surprising considering every time it rains there’s standing water in the hosta beds. I live in western NY where we too have had an extremely wet spring. Anyway…… love your videos & think you’re right on about appearances.

[@theflowerfarmer]

that's v interesting x I would have thought they'd love it for cover x

[@gabriellechilton5902]

I come to your channel for: your flowers. Then for your personality. Then! Your mother. Both delightful ladies. Thank you from Franklin Tennessee , America. God bless. 🎉

[@theflowerfarmer]

Hello Franklin Tennessee! x

[@gardenrewards6593]

Love watching your videos, very entertaining and informative but I was wondering have you thought of keeping Bees in your wild flower meadow ( might be easier said than done ) but thought I’d mention it. Another lovely video x

[@theflowerfarmer]

we do have bees - we have a wild hive in a corner far away from where most people walk and once a year they swarm and it's amazing to watch. We don't harvest the honey though - that's a whole other kettle of fish x

[@gardenrewards6593]

@@theflowerfarmer Thank you for the reply 🐝 xx

[@cathyfrancis1951]

Hawkweed - the unidentified yellow dandelion type in the wildflower meadow - I think it's hawkweed

[@theflowerfarmer]

yes it will be a kind of hawk something x

[@Lana129.]

What an inspiring vlog. So refreshing to move away from today’s so called perfections. Uplifting. Thank you.

[@theflowerfarmer]

You are so welcome! x

[@evelynwashington2840]

You do look strong capable and intelligent!

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x

[@cbak1819]

You are not alone.. it was Slug fest 24 here in WNY. Loads of complaints on a few Facebook groups.

[@theflowerfarmer]

it's been a very sludgy year world wide x

[@zaneymay]

😂😅🤣 I had ducks in my garden and they use to follow me around.

[@theflowerfarmer]

I love the way they do this x

[@pollywaffledoodah3057]

Glad to see the duckies are entertaining you, and gobbling down the slugs. Please give them names - they are like dogs, and will come waddling over when you call them. if they have names, they will become a part of your family, and you will do everything in your power to protect them from foxes - death by savage foxes is not inevitable! Enjoyed your rant about not bothering what you look like. This kicks in with menopause, and you free yourself from the tyranny of craving approval from others - you have the power of invisibility! It's very liberating not to be vain - people laugh at me, because I cut my own hair! All I need is a sharp pair of hairdresser's scissors, and the job's done every few months - and I've saved myself 100 bucks! You do need good scissors, though - I draw the line at pinking shears! You will never be an influencer, Georgie, because you are not a shallow narcissist! I think you must be the only woman on youtube, who doesn't put a filter over her camera lens. All youtube females seem to do this, and it makes their faces look as if they are carved from wax - a bizarre and slightly creepy effect. But you want the world to take you on your own terms, that breezy lack of vanity gives you a healthy glow, that makes you look lovelier than the most dolled-up influencer. Let them paint their silly toe nails - women who primp and preen themselves constantly, simply have too much time on their manicured hands.

[@theflowerfarmer]

I don't know HOW to put a filter on my camera lens - maybe it just helps being so old I don't know how to do a lot of this stuff. lol I hope I wasn't ranting - it's interesting to think about this stuff - I guess I do care what I look like but I want to look strong and determined and I know I'll never look especially soigné so I do want to make the best of myself within my quite narrow boundaries - I don't think Nic was being mean when she said I don't care what I look like I think she meant it as a compliment and then off I went thinking about it... my mind works like a whirring thing a lot so it's good to get these musings out whether on a KZbin clip or my journal... xxx

[@dianewhitmire]

Aww love your ducks! I have 5 Rouen’s and 2 Runner ducks and I spend a lot of time in the garden chucking at their antics and watching them waddle in a row here and there. They don’t bother my garden like my chickens and they just add so much joy to my life. I feed them the same time in the evening to get them into their safe coop and that is a great help against the predators.

[@theflowerfarmer]

they are such fun aren't they x good idea about feeding them at the same time to get them into their little house at night - ours are v funny - they've started putting themselves to bed and if I'm late to shut them in they are quite indignant x

[@mojow9841]

The flowers for One Bruton are stunning. Thank you for sharing your day. I adore your ducks and they earn their keep eating the snails. Win win!

[@theflowerfarmer]

You are so welcome x

[@vivienneflint6521]

You are most definitely strong, capable and importantly, very intelligent. You are a delight to watch, to listen to and learn from. Your vlogs are a weekly must watch. Keep doing it your way.

[@theflowerfarmer]

Thank you! 😊 x

[@maryanndibley7778]

I've lost home-grown sunflower seedlings plus oriental poppies to the slugs, never known anything like it. I've tried Shell on Earth, they just trudge over that. I have now applied a smattering of wood ash, which seems to have stopped the little b*****s....x

[@theflowerfarmer]

ooh wood ash very good soil conditioner and high potash too #winwin x

[@thedreamingbun5998]

The ducks are so cute! Thank you very much for sharing your strength and motivation to encourage others. It is not always easy to keep up being strong, intelligent, and capable. Because unfortunately, people who are not will give you negative feedback for being that and acting accordingly.

[@theflowerfarmer]

I'm a keen dispenser of strength to all x

[@hannahbest2274]

V interesting video thanks

[@theflowerfarmer]

you're welcome x

[@cct2513]

I have slugs and I have so many secrets how to deal with them, and yes I'm winning, Love to share my tips and knowledge.

[@theflowerfarmer]

good luck! x

[@jacquelinechilvers9361]

Funny, I was just thinking about your new employees. I had to rescue my tree spinach from slugmageddon and wished I had a duck or two.

[@BottlegardenUK]

Slugmageddon made me laugh, about the only thing funny so far with the slimey little beggars.

[@theflowerfarmer]

it's a baaaad year for slugs x

[@SarahSmith-nr2wj]

Not caring about being pretty is the coolest stance in my opinion, I for one hope to see more influencers demonstrating that❤ Love your content Georgie!

[@theflowerfarmer]

thank you x muscle is my superpower x

[@SarahSmith-nr2wj]

@@theflowerfarmer 🙂👌💗💪💕

[@VickiField-cj8vs]

Georgie please keep the ducks safe from the foxes! Maybe attach a run to their house to keep them safe at night.

[@theflowerfarmer]

they go in their little house at night with the door shut x

[@catherinezornischenko-pr-bn9wo]

But you are an influencer I just bought your book. I don't care how you look You give wonderful gardening advice that I'm already using on my 5 1⁄2 acres here in Michigan in United You give wonderful gardening advice that I'm already using on my 5 1⁄2 acres here in Michigan in the United States.

[@theflowerfarmer]

hello Michigan! x

[@flowerfairy1950]

Each to their own but 'influencer' is anathema to me. 🧡 the ducks 😊

[@theflowerfarmer]

I think it's hard work being an influencer x glad you love the ducks x

[@sarahjones-jf4pr]

Lost sculptured box tree to box caterpillars, the miniature christmas tree went brown..lost. The roses on the climing frame have mould and the lovely young buds are glued shut.Even the catmint has gone brownish in the south facing back garden.....something cheerful?? the Astrantias do not give a toss about the weird climate and some of the hardy geraniums look great weaving and floating along ...What strange awful weather and cold as well Heh - Ho Best Wishesxxx P.S do ducks like wood lice tons of them!!

[@theflowerfarmer]

it's a hideous difficult season though the astrantias are loving the wet - yes freezing xxx

[@anneduigan4933]

slugs - you have to go out at night armed with torch and bucket of soapy water to drop the slugs into and repeat this a few nights in succession.

[@glendahill8806]

Yes, this works for me as well, but Georgie has a much larger garden, the ducks are great, just lock them up at night to protect from foxes.

[@angelacross2216]

That’s exactly what I did with the slugs in my garden. Worked like a dream.

[@angelacross2216]

Fashions in beauty are fickle. You are a classic beauty.

[@theflowerfarmer]

the ducks have done an amazing job x

[@rebeccazody1278]

You are strong, capable and intelligent--all in bare feet! I am with you.

[@theflowerfarmer]

hurrah! x

[@jannederkoorn6808]

The ducks look very cute. Keep us updated :-). From a farmer who has 2 similar ducks I understood that they sometimes also eat/damage their seedlings, I am curious if this will be the case for you. I also would like to ask you if you could make a video about making compost or how you do this at Common Farm. I see you sometimes mention to put stuff on your compost pile, but I also see you buy compost. Greetings from the Netherlands!

[@theflowerfarmer]

yes we've moved them on now to another slug infested patch before they start digging up the dahlias x

[@ValleyViewFlowerFarmVlogs]

I love my ducks, they are my garden warriors.

[@theflowerfarmer]

totes agree x

[@ahermitslife3684]

I don't watch influencers. I prefer lifestyle business gurus(that's you)! You inspire me more than any other. As someone with autoimmune disease I'm a little, sometimes a lot short on the energy but I try to do something everyday and if I can pull it together I will start selling flowers tomorrow. My business name is "Late Bloomer Botanicals" tag line- better late than never.

[@theflowerfarmer]

Brilliant - love the business name xxx

[@HannahD-jz2db]

Ive had ducks for 10 years and yes they are great slug eaters but after a while they will figure what is tasty like sweetpea and ranunculus and when the rain comes say goodbye to your grass. Now i have 30 so maybe thats why they destroy the place so fast. I wouldn't change it, though. I love having them. I use horse bedding made from rape-seed shavings for their house, they poop all over it and then it makes great mulch. Youll be shocked how many big healthy worms that bedding attracts. I also use the bedding to protect my dahlias from frost, i leave them in the ground all year with a thick layer of bedding. Then when they start to sprout i use the dry crispy bedding as a slug deterrent, because the ducks cant be around small seedlings.Their eggs are healthier than chicken eggs. Only thing that is important is giving them a proper deep pond because they love to dive and splash. Also peas are really important to give once a week for niacin. They love watermelon and cucumber for treats.

[@theflowerfarmer]

top tips thank you so much x

[@janetschuhl]

oh yes I had 2 lovely geese I adopted and they were a hoot and wonderful, but no bare footing when they are around. poo everywhere

[@theflowerfarmer]

yes I think these ducks might need moving around relatively often to stop the grass getting too manky x

[@catherinezornischenko-pr-bn9wo]

It's just so many more important things now

[@theflowerfarmer]

there are many important things xxx

[@kristinastoltzfus6032]

I love your energy! I saw where you can put coffee grounds around your plants for slug repellent. I save all my used groups and sprinkle it all around my hostas and I have no slug damage this year!! Wet and humid year here and it is slug heaven but they must hate coffee. I am just wondering if I spread too much if it would change the ph in the soil. We shall see.

[@theflowerfarmer]

very interesting - I've tried coffee grounds in the past but not with much success. yes I think be careful not too much - might be a bit acid for the soil - but I don't know much about this so do do some more research x

[@cherylcrane7535]

My salvia uglinosa walks almost a foot a year! (Cal USA)

[@theflowerfarmer]

it's so funny! mine's been in the same place for ten years but this year... moved right over x

[@tanarehbein7768]

I wish you had put white sweet peas in the arrangement rather than lavender. But then that's why I watch you, you always do something unexpected.

[@theflowerfarmer]

thankyou - I think xxx

[@cerridwencottagediary9194]

Could the ducks go in the studio overnight to protect them from foxes? It breaks my heart to think of them getting predated😥

[@theflowerfarmer]

They have a little house they get shut in at night x don’t worry x

[@microbe0159]

Please give the ducks security so they aren't food for the foxes. You'll be heartbroken if they become fox food. Nothing worse then finding body parts about.

[@Parmesito]

What's the difference between those ducks and the duck or pig or cow or chicken or lactation or ovum you have on your table???

[@denisecarter5117]

Yes please lock them up at night and try for safety.

[@microbe0159]

If she is fattening them up to put on the table that's great homesteading. So why not secure them from predators? Whatever the purpose of your livestock keep them safe. There are plenty of wild animals for the foxes to eat.

[@Parmesito]

@@microbe0159 well better the foxes eat them than you

[@HannahD-jz2db]

They put them in at night they be fine, mine free roam never had a fox problem

[@christina3056]

The foxes where I live prefer jam sandwiches to birds 😊

[@theflowerfarmer]

lol - very refined palette x

[@lynnej7219]

These so called influencers are paid a lot of money to sell you “things” you don’t need, so I would never buy what they are endorsing. You however sell me information that is very useful and relevant ❤️

[@theflowerfarmer]

excellent - glad you like the info x