Landscaping a garden, time-lapse music video. (info in description)

This is a complete garden build from February 2018. A great design and fantastic customers. The second day on the project was the start of the Beast from the East which lasted most of the project and was followed by record rainfall.
Egyptian limestone (Pyramis gold) paving
globelstone tudar clay pavers
everedge lawn edging
george davis turf.
This is one of our favourite projects to date.
Time scale around 6 weeks with an extra 2 weeks lost at the beginning due to the snow on the ground.
The existing garden had a level patio stepping down onto a level lawn which both held water. By using the correct 1:80 fall on the new patio and slightly raising the lawn to continue the fall , it allows water to run off to the gravel area at the back. It also eradicates the need for the step.
Paving and paths were both layed on 100mm of compact mot type 1 with a fabric membrane underneath.
The path edging course was bedded length ways and pointed giving a solid edge for the other blocks to be infilled. The infilled pavers were set on a narrow bed (20mm) of screeded compact sharp sand about 3mm higher than the edging. They then have kiln dried sand brushed in and are wacked with the compactor to level and secure the whole path.
The patio is layed on a full bed around 50mm thick of sharp sand and cement 5:1. A primer is made up of neat cement and SBR whisked into a thick consistent paste and rolled onto the backs. Traditional pointing of a semi dry soft sand and cement 3:1 mix with a tiny amount of feb additive.
The lawn areas where temporarily boarded to prevent over compaction whilst working in the rain. Once clear, everedge lawn edging is clipped together and hammered into the ground to create the boarders. The lawn area then rotovated with a petrol cultivator to aerate the soil. Its then raked out and topped up with lawn grade silica soil. Its all then raked level and compacted under foot to firm it up - know as 'pigeon stepping' or the 'horticultural shuffle'. The flattened soil is then raked out to the final level known as a tilth ready for the turf. Turf rolls are rolled out in a staggered pattern starting one side and then working back and forth from one side to the other. The rolls are knitted together meaning they are carefully butted up without a gap or overlapping. Boards are placed over the turf so not to be walked on whilst laying, they are also used to jump on and flatten the rolls at the end. The edges are cut in with a serrated bread knife making sure there are no small cuts that could dry out too quickly while the grass establishes.
It was a real testament to George Davis Turf to be able to supply grass this quality after the 6 weeks of awfull weather the country just had.
Thanks for watching!
build by Sam keep and nathan stone.
All images copyright ©HowWeLandscape 2021
This is and example of one method of installing and not an official guide video. We take no liability for the accuracy of information in this video. Do plenty of research before attempting any works.

[@TheMadisonWinter]

Some aspects of this job seemed tedious, yet they treated that property like it was their own. Really professional job!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks and yes I would love to own a garden like this!

[@majystm7415]

Ive been binge watching a lot of backyard time-lapses lately for ideas for my backyard. This one really stood out. Impressive design, quality and skills. Well done.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks for the comment and glad it gives ideas. Curves make things a lot more interesting to build. Best regards

[@Smillanluv]

I agree

[@cousin_JACK]

Yes, truly amazing

[@oreobenavidez953]

This was definitely well done it looks beautiful

[@obg7]

I was dozing off when this came on and I had to wake up and watch! You two rocked this project!!!! 💥🎯👊🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks buddy, that's one of our favourite jobs. Really enjoyed it despite the bad weather 👍🏻

[@juancornetto8243]

That winding brick path is beautiful.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you! Its one of our favourites!

[@robmantle3710]

Grand job gents. I don't envy you working in that snow let alone doing all that back breaking work 👏👏

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you very much, it is starting to get more difficult nearing 40!

[@spaghett1239]

Wow, it’s so nice to see a job done with pride,no shortcuts in this job. Well done guys.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks very much, great to hear people find it interesting 👍

[@kangel1561]

wow you really don't cut corners like a lot of other places look like they do. I'm impressed with your skill and great workmanship!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks, really appreciate people taking the time to watch snd comment 👍

[@queenmonkeyhead]

Very nice and very satisfy... The design and the artwork involved blow me way. I want my garden that way.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you very much, very kind. I wish I could have a garden like that too!

[@RhumRunner41]

Watching this makes me happy to see the quality & care of workmanship that’s out there. Watching this saddens me that there isn’t much of that quality & care of workmanship in my region. Well done!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you thats nice to hear and glad its of interest!

[@carolinesousa3747]

I thought this was so good, I felt like I was right there- excelent before and after!!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks, have plenty more to upload soon after some editing

[@carolinesousa3747]

thank you so much- I just found this -my first time- now I can say i found this reply site with a heart- on it.

[@chrishancock9866]

so nice to see the photos of the garden when it was in full bloom. It was nice to see it immediately after you'd finished, but those extra months of planting and growth really make it pop.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, the best gardens are the ones with lots of planting that get better with age. Glad you liked it.

[@garethwood5588]

Fantastic job. Really impressive transformation, quality workmanship and the design is great

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you really enjoyed building this one, despite the winter weather

[@CityGardener]

Seriously impressed with the quality of work and attention to detail

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you for the feedback.. glad its of interest 👍

[@SuperMaxibaby]

thats one of if not the best ive seen on here ,immaculate ,well done

[@kavelekilonzo2702]

Well done , you work very well together

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks we have worked together for year, I've lost track of how many. Glad you enjoyed

[@Jacob-5412]

Had to leave a comment after watching, well bloody done fellas! 👏

[@HowWeLandscape]

Cheers mate, glad you liked it. Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@rudolfomedina627]

You guys did an excellent job on hardscaping. Congratulations on a job well done.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, great to hear 👍

[@alipedlow2708]

What an fantastic transformation. Beautiful garden.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you very much!

[@manfredbismark6688]

Bravo, good work! Rudi.

[@seymourbums4300]

What a transformation 😍 Great work. Thanks for sharing.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, glad you liked it 🙂

[@MD-lb1oz]

greetings from Germany! this video made my day better. very nice result! it may be weird but I am really proud of those two guys.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thats very kind! Thanks for the comment and its made our day too. We'll have some more up soon once finished editing

[@amwartwork]

those path stones are beautiful!!

[@paulawilkinson6341]

Wow such a professional job . A amazing transformation

[@jimmylad8714]

That turfing job Is perfect 👌👌👌

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks - it was surprisingly good quality turf considering the bad winter (beast from the east). So went down really nicely 👍

[@jimmylad8714]

@@HowWeLandscape you work standard are excellent I enjoyed the video very much . Keep busy 👍👍

[@lisawaters2585]

So stunning! Great work!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, this is one of our favourites!!

[@PlantDoHomeGarden]

love this 💚💚

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, was one of our favourites

[@Matt-of2gd]

Great work gents, a lot of pride was taken doing that job 👍👍

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you! We were lucky to get to build that one!

[@TAG-DOMINATOR]

These lads has skillz.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Hi, glad you liked it 👍🏻 Thanks for the feedback!

[@lizpollock6534]

Great job guys! Beautiful result! 😍

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you!

[@happy2braw]

Outstanding job!

[@stuntmanwill]

Absolute pro’s! Fantastic work!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks mate! Glad you liked it 👍

[@edivaughan1746]

Proper! Perfection! ♥️ thank you so very much for sharing

[@HowWeLandscape]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the feedback 👍

[@bf5733]

Beautiful job, really skilled workmanship and garden is built to last.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, curves always make things interesting to build!

[@nigec3767]

Excellent work, attention to detail is top notch.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks very much 👍

[@KidCity1985]

Beautiful! Such hard work.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed!

[@davidnash1220]

Just seen this- EXCELLENT thank you for posting

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks very much, very kind. Thanks for watching!

[@kimgaxha814]

😂, snow ❄ ❄ ⛄ 🎅 😃, .very good job s 👍 , thanks youuuu 👍beautiful gardens, and jobs, 👏👍

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, your very kind. Yes weeks of unexpected snow on that job. We work though all seasons ❄🌞🌧

[@craigwightman7296]

Stunning work!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you!

[@rachelboulton574]

Absolute Perfection well done 😊

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, much appreciated 👍

[@AllAccessConstruction]

nice transformation

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks 👍 just checked out some of your work. That's a mega scale! Awesome!

[@annquirke4008]

Beautiful design & so well executed. 😊

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks very much, this is my favourite garden! Thanks for watching!

[@phil-zz5hk]

nice job boys .

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you 👍

[@qaisar4535]

stunning !!

[@zofran60]

Thank you for sharing you guys are masters…

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks for watching and taking interest 👍

[@genetoliver1458]

Thank you for your attention to detail on this Beautiful landscape renovation. Wishing you guys much success in your future endeavours! I Liked, Saved and Subscribed!!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks i really appreciate the feedback. When I have time theres plenty more to upload

[@emmagordon3394]

Simply AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Los Angeles, CA

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks, much appreciated 🙏

[@kevingallagher4673]

Amazing job and great team work

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks, was one of our favourites!

[@sheilajones9076]

Beautiful work 👏 👌 😍 I love it

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you very much, very kind!

[@julianchamberlain5399]

Very well done

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, much appreciated ❤

[@alanmcgarvey6505]

Unbelievable work lads.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you!

[@HBFREEWORLD]

Wow ! Seems like some excellent job done by people who love their job , unlike cowboys .

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you we do enjoy our work

[@Eric_In_SF]

Compacting the topsoil by foot? That was hilarious. You guys should post the entire time lapse of that because it looks so ridiculous. It would probably go viral

[@anneskinner682]

Great job well done fantastic look

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks very much

[@rickmoore52]

Beautiful job!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks, glad its of interest 👍

[@Luke-ww2jw]

If only all landscapers put in this effort to details

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks for taking interest!

[@jaspermillerlandscaping6174]

Quality work, such a transformation

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks mate!! Extreme winter during that one!

[@jaspermillerlandscaping6174]

@@HowWeLandscape really nice work , nothing worse than bad winter weather lol

[@mmmmmmyeeeaaahhh3880]

Incredible work!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, glad you like it 👍🏻

[@joefrankland8929]

Great work lads

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you

[@ccstp2483]

Excellent travail mon collègue, super 👍👍👍

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you very much 🙂❤

[@deeceetee5304]

Great job lads.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks, thats one of our favourites 🙂

[@zainuddinkader2903]

Beautiful

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you ❤

[@m4ckm4n59]

That is a lot of work. Top job BTW :)

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you 👍

[@Jayjamie]

Pucker job lads 👍

[@HowWeLandscape]

Much appreciated 🙏

[@bitedawg]

very impressive gentelmen!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you!

[@bobbytaylor3177]

looks great... !

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you!

[@BLACKSENSUALITY]

Nice work!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you!

[@user-be1yc8cg2b]

Хорошая работа,ребята!!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks!

[@eneMy016]

Very very very good!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks very much

[@eneMy016]

@@HowWeLandscape Very professional,i like it when is done properly

[@amirkhan-cu4gd]

Well done 👍

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks for watching

[@Davyscales]

nice work 👍

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks very much 👍

[@juliefarraway5016]

Lovely 😍

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you!

[@mxseba7232]

Super beau !😍🇧🇪

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks 👍

[@mxseba7232]

@@HowWeLandscape with pleasure😉

[@chrisoshea3518]

Enjoyed your farmers dance

[@HowWeLandscape]

The horticultural shuffle 😄 a few people have commented on that. Thanks for the interest!

[@HorsleyLandy88]

good job guys

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you, glad you like it 👍🏻

[@krispipermel]

great work

[@HowWeLandscape]

Much appreciated 👍

[@janinka9871]

Pěkná práce 🌸💚

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you

[@superk6487]

Great job that 👏

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@superk6487]

@@HowWeLandscape Where are you guys based?

[@mastercj1979]

Dobra robota👍

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you 👍

[@leewilliamson1455]

Brilliant

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks very much, terrible weather conditions but one of our favourite projects!!

[@ukoni8667]

Very nice. Cost estimating is a big part of your job i imagine to be able to make a profit

[@HowWeLandscape]

Its a very fine line to get correct. They are very expensive to build and the customers are usually on a budget not wanting to overspend. It pays us a living and we get to do something we love. But its not an easy to make money in this industry.

[@therealunclevanya]

Fantastic work Sam. If you would travel up to West Yorkshire and do all that for £2k I would hire you 😅 My budget is woefully short of my dreams but thank you for showing me what a professional top notch job would look like.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks for taking interest and thats more of a budget than I have to do my own garden 😆 Hope it goes well 👍

[@user-bn6bn6vq4b]

Super

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you ❤

[@seanmckinleylandscaping6358]

Quality work lads yous should be proud 👍 do you do the designs yourself or get a designer in? Love the use of natural materials every time for me 🙌

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks for the comment - all the gardens are designed by various local designers we've met over the years. We just do the builds. Natural stone definitely gives the best character 👍

[@vivdoolan6846]

The design had some jarring angles that were eventually softened by plants. The work was very good quality.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks for taking interest 👍

[@TruthNinja195]

Work well done! can you show how you cut those tiles round like that around the bends?

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks for the interest. All the info is in the description -We cut down a load of pavers into angles before starting and then had plenty of different sizes to lay in one go. Once we got a rhythm going it went down really quickly!

[@azr6917]

Holy shit, feel bad for the crew who has to demo this a century or two from now

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thats a very good point 👍. This was pretty traditional but some these days have reinforced concrete bases etc and lads will get a shock in 50 odd years when they try to re-landscape them!

[@magooccna]

Thanks god, no fake grass.

[@RadiographyST]

My boyfriend is a landscaper here to see what his daya to day at work looks like.

[@HowWeLandscape]

Well, when he comes home and is exhausted everyday day you can see why 😄

[@RadiographyST]

😅😂😂😂

[@rumwilliam2767]

Nice 10k job

[@Drewbyjones22]

My company has the same kubota excavator! Was just curious what size bucket you have for yours and where you got the bucket. Great video lads!

[@HowWeLandscape]

Hi its hired in but the grading bucket is about 900mm, then there's a 400 and 300. It's also got a 150 trenching bucket which is excellent for narrow cable trenches and hard ground!

[@Skotten1965]

Just found your KZbin channel and now subscribe, what a transformation and the end result is just so impressive. How long did it take to do and what is the name of the edging stone used? Keep up the excellant work, just made a new coffee and ready for the next video, regards from Norway

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you for the good feedback! The clay pavers are by globlestone and called tudor. The project lasted 7 weeks although during the first 2 weeks we had too much snow on the ground to work. It was one on the worst winters we've had for years but got there in the end!

[@Starlight_GT]

Amazing job, just curious what you're painting on the underside of the pavers?

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you. Its called 'slurry primer'. Its meant for porcelain patios although we apply it to all slabs now as it increased the bond and makes patios stronger

[@Khails00]

Wow! How much did a job like this cost? That’s some great work

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thank you glad you like it 👍 It was around 18k but several years ago. Would probably be more now.

[@smithysartpan8443]

Hey good work lads, very transformative! Can I ask what the sound track playing over your timeslapse bro?

[@HowWeLandscape]

Glad you liked it. The soundtrack is instrumental versions of songs written by one of my friends although he hasn't released them yet. Called Josh Fontana.

[@stevemullen3666]

Lovely job, how long did it take you both to complete?

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks very much 👍 About 6 weeks, but longer with the winter down days. Theres info of the build in the video description

[@astorganodoterrivel721]

great work! where did you find this turf?

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks very much, its called Trident turf by George Davis Turf. Theres a write up on materials in the description if you want to know more. Thanks for watching.

[@Lee-qt7zp]

Great job lads A bit old fashioned in your pointing though , I’ve only in the last year or 2 gone over to the modern stuff , quicker and so much stronger

[@HowWeLandscape]

Thanks for the interest. This was over 3 years ago. We use a range of resin, slurry and grout products. The Egyptian limestone in this video wasn't very forgiving so had to be done really carefully with traditional pointing.

[@sgtKRILLEX]

Hi great work. Very inspiring watching use hard at work. I hope you don’t mind me asking a few questions.. I want to start my own business one day soon. I’ve just finished my level 2 RHS practical horticulture, looking to start my level 3 diploma in landscape construction. Is there anything else you would recommend me learn/do? Also what size van do use? Tools needed for this job? How much roughly can you make a year doing this? What’s the biggest contract you’ve had?

[@HowWeLandscape]

Hi, diplomas are great 👍 the only other thing is to get as much hands on practical experience as possible. Even volunteering if your still studying. If not try and work for a year or 2 for someone else in landscape construction. The principles are the same but every job/site is different and best to learn through experience!

[@SpaceflightSimulator]

7:02 My favorite part 😂

[@HowWeLandscape]

Yeah thanks a few people have pointed that out! Thats how we were taught to do it. Starting to question it though 😆

[@SpaceflightSimulator]

@@HowWeLandscape 🤣

[@lewisbrown51]

It would be useful to know how long this transformation took and price ? Thanks for sharing

[@HowWeLandscape]

Hi thanks for the comment. About 6 weeks to build. All the info is in the description. We don't share pricing out of courtesy to the clients, we're currently just sharing ideas and techniques.