NEW BUILD GARDEN RENOVATION | getting started, our plans, removing a raised bed | ep 1

[@fionaokeefe1906]

I’m living for Kay’s garden vlogs😍

[@leanne9569]

Hi Kay, love the garden serie! We've done our own (big) garden of our own the past 3 years and it was a lot of work, but in the end you gonna feel amazing! I'm looking forward to your next garden videos!

[@dorothyeaston3393]

Hi Kay I have moved 22 times in my life and made a new garden at each house. I always put in fruit trees for the birds and bees. My suggestion would be, if you are putting borders down each side, that you don't make straight line borders. Making wavy edge (large and small waves) between soil and grass gives a lovely definition to the beds as larger plants can go against the fence and medium to small in the big waves at the front. Lavender and astrantia are always lovely. Thornless roses because of Charlie and Nepeta (catmint) for Rory and Echo. Scented plants are a must, especially honeysuckle and viburnum burkwoodii and philadelphus (mock orange blossom). You will find the garden will just evolve to your personal taste.

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Love this! Yes we were thinking some waves in the boarder too to make it a bit more interesting.Thank you for your recommendations of plants that's really helpful x

[@lizfield6486]

We have wavy borders for larger & smaller bushes & plants also. Californian lilac is also a lovely bush to plant.

[@junehulton9776]

Preparation...is the starting point for many jobs and always seems to be the hardest time...but in the long run.... You will be guaranteed to reap your rewards...and enjoy the fruits of you labour....when buying plants .... choose the position..like you said ...mot if your sunning spots are at the bottom ...so make sure you also have some shaded parts for Charlie....( Which I am sure you already know) . But maybe check see if there is a free app that you can make a planned diagram...you can click on plants and move them round the garden...etc ..it creates great ideas ...it will be filled before you know it....well done on making a start 🎉...

[@nickyharriott1978]

@@LivingthelifeyouloveAlan Titchmarsh always says make it a journey of surprises walking through your garden, lots of hidden pockets of interest and places to sit…says me who currently has straight borders till I convince my other half to give up some lawn (working on it 😉) my camera roll is full of garden dreams 😊. Hopefully I’ll finish mine by the time you finish yours 🤞 xx

[@nickyharriott1978]

@@Livingthelifeyoulovealso be careful when the sun hits the mirror too I’ve heard it can cause fires as the sun bounces off the mirror xx

[@tony1kenobi468]

The gaps in the fence is to let wind through, less likely to be damaged. I got some of those bamboo rolls, if you pay for a good quality they last, look good and if they get blown down it takes minutes to staple back up. Good luck with the renovation!

[@sew_what_knot]

Looking forward to seeing your vision come to life, i love a good garden transformation xx

[@SwayMyWayLove]

I've been hoping and looking SO much forward to this!! :D I one saw in Gardeners World or something like that, that if you plant a tree that blocks the so that you can't see it from the garden (something with angles something something) you can block so that the neighbours can not see and you get more privacy. This will as well help with the clocked grass, because the trees will soak up much more of the water with their roots :) Can't wait for the next episode :D

[@sirih9012]

As a garderner and also someone that would like some more privacy, I would start to plan for some trees that in time would block out most of the views from the other houses. Go around and see where it strategically would be best. Then you have some structure to start plan paths and flowerbeds from. If you plan to grow something edible, have it close to the kitchen door so it is easy to pop out and get it whilst cooking, specially with a small one you won't have the time to go far.... Lastly I think the ground is compacted from the building process, and to be honest they just finish of with about 10 cm of top soil the rest is often crapy soil and kind of gravels and debris that is left from the build... so dig bigger than usual holes when planting and maybe try to rise the beds a bit, helps with drainage. So excited to follow along your new gardening adventure! Best luck and have fun! 😊

[@miraearles3372]

I love this kind of slow paced video that shows a reasonable amount of progress. The big before and afters are satisfying but it's easy to feel like every day and every project needs to be dramatic which can be discouraging because it's not realistic.

[@Veeodee]

Love your garden vlogs - I saw another KZbinr once who had neighbours directly overlooking their gardens high fence. She put those tight wavy style feather boards on top of her fence - they looked quite sturdy and were solidly framed - they not only looked good, they did a very good job of privacy in their garden. She had painted them with dark grey paint which was trendy at the time and planted some randomly spaced trees in front of them - tall, slim trunks and ball shaped foliage. It was really nice and did the main job of privacy whilst still making room for when the foliage grew and gave some natural cover. However you do it I look forward to watching it all unfold. 😊

[@bea.copeland]

Love this!! 👏👏

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Kay, Im looking forward to your garden journey. ❤❤

[@TheSleepFairy.]

The drainage issue looks quite severe but don’t despair! I follow a KZbinr ‘Sow Much More’ who uses the no-dig method. She has had two waterlogged newbuild gardens and has successfully dealt with them by buying in a a few dumpy bags of topsoil and compost, placing brown cardboard onto the ground (attracts worms and suppresses weeds/grass) and then putting the compost and topsoil on top, adding woodchip mulch for any bare areas. It is the most eco-friendly and manageable way to give your garden the best head start. I did it in my newbuild garden and my plants are so healthy and I have so many birds and lots of lovely wildlife. 🌸 🐦 🐸 🐝 🦔 🌱 🌳 Depending on where you get sun in your garden, you could plant some nice hedging (I love grisellinia as it is a lovely bright green and it’s evergreen) around the seating area in raised beds (using your wooden sleepers) as it would help you feel more enclosed, private and create a nice defined year-round ‘zone’ and give you something nice to look at (and birds to nest in) during the winter when there isn’t much else visual interest. Definitely start with hard landscaping/soil nourishing, then choose structural plants (trees, hedging & shrubs) and then choose flowers last…most people make the mistake of choosing the flowers first! Can’t wait to see what you do with your lovely outdoor space! Xx

[@TheSleepFairy.]

Also, think about where you want to have paths - you don’t need the stress of a mud bath every winter when you need to go to the other end of the garden for something 😁 👣 I wish I could share pictures of my garden with you for inspiration. The one downside to KZbin is not allowing pics in comments!

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Brilliant recommendation thank you! I will binge watch and hopefully learn lots 😂 So many wonderful tips, i've written it all down to come back to, thank you! xx

[@TheSleepFairy.]

I've Instagrammed you with a link to her (Sow Much More)'s page as she's more active on there and Facebook than KZbin :-)

[@prudencelay6067]

Look into putting in a French Drain system. Should help a lot as well as adding compost and sand to that soil. A landscape designer consult on the French Drain might be worth the money even if you end up doing most of the work yourselves.

[@carolynmangipudi9898]

Your vision will be lovely. I am excited for us to be aoart of your journey.Thank you for sharing.

[@donnaw1306]

I can't wait to see your garden transformation! Some trees and shrubs will help with the window privacy. You might even be able to add those sun shades to your yard, like over Charlies play set to help give him a bit of shade and block some viewing from the upper windows as well. The plants will fill in quickly and make it all so nice and cozy. I am so excited for you. Have a great day from across the pond! (Indiana)

[@parisaebrahimpour5683]

We had the same problem. First of all sort out the drainage, then change the soil where you want to have flowerbed. Honestly, don’t waste your money buying new plants without sorting these two problems out. We ended up buying plants twice as at the beginning we thought we are saving money and we added some compost on top of the clay! Did not work at all!!! Good luck 🤞

[@Krisztina1978]

I'm so happy that you share your garden's journey right from the beginning. I agree, this is also gardening! We generally find garden remake videos with almost fully finished gardens, and as a beginner gardener myself, I really enjoy watching your allotment transform 💚

[@megantopczewski]

Great start to an amazing yard Kay! I also have terrible soil. I live in North Carolina and have red clay that is completely waterlogged like yours. For my garden beds, I try to stick to plants that like clay soil and don’t mind wet feet. For the rest of the yard, a thick layer of grass helps to wick some of the water away. You’ll get there with as much effort as you and Dom always put in. Slow and steady wins the race with gardening. As always, thank you for what you do!!❤

[@jennyjohnson9012]

Aww it's going to look so lovely Kay. A nice flat area for your little man to ride his bike, some small trees to block out those windows, trellis with climbers like clematis, roses, climbing hydrangeas, honeysuckle to climb the fences. Your bird feeders hanging from the branches. So exciting and I can definitely see your vision going forwards. It's going to be a beautiful work in progress. Sending much love xx

[@cherylverber7672]

I love that its literally a blank canvas. Looking forward to seeing where you go with this xx

[@suecorrigan1216]

I can't wait to see you transform your garden!! And yes, you and Dom make a great pair!! 🥰

[@sued616]

Thanks for showing how real gardening can be ,good job .❤

[@TheEmpressgoth]

Thank you ❤❤❤❤ have a wonderful week 😊😊😊😊

[@heatherathome545]

I love where you're going with your garden! A greenhouse and back patio area will be so nice. And getting rid of the little stones would definitely be better for Charlie. It's hard work getting there, but, as you know from your last garden, it's worth every minute. Looking forward to watching your garden makeover series!

[@carlyhampton]

OH I FEEL YOU! I have a toddler and my work in progress backyard! It is currently little rocks (taste good apparently lol) and DIRT! Can't wait for the backyard of my dreams. So excited to watch your progress 😊☀

[@squeezinglimes]

Gypsum is good to break up clay. then composting will help. I too had clay! Your doing the right thing!

[@cpohelen]

Hello from Canada! We have clay soil and have all raised garden beds for veggies and fruit bushes. Our hydrangeas are in the ground and do very well. Happy gardening! We are a few months from seeing the grass again. ❄️🌨️☃️🌱🌷

[@rebeccaseymour7530]

I absolutely loved watching this vlog this winter morning! I really feel like getting out in my little garden now 👩🏼‍🌾 Thanks for taking us along, and have a lovely weekend ✨️

[@susanxa8158]

Love that you are keeping it real in your videos. Moving soil is especially hard work. Clay soil is challenging, but I am sure you will meet it. Can't wait for the transformation 😍

[@JulieBadgers1]

Ooh cant wait to see what you do x Our garden is now ours now that the children are all grown up 😊when they were little we had fruit trees, bird feeders, a slide and a place for a secret kids tent, path (circle) for bikes and a patio for chalk etc....love how a garden grows with the children x definitely tress and pergolas etc to limit how overlooked you are.

[@TSage68]

You need to incorporate garden lime to the clay soil it creates flocculation of the clay particles. That will make it crumbly rather than slimy. You can get it from a good independent garden centre or online. Ideal to do now as the rain will take it in & it’ll be absorbed. It’ll be difficult to mix but you can just sprinkle in top x

[@TSage68]

Also with the lawn you need to aerate it then add sharp sand x

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

slimy is a good word for the soil! It's so gross 😂 Thank you for this advice we will look into garden lime too, Dom just got an Aerater so that's a good start! x

[@RebeccaStone-bp2oz]

Great video Kay, the drawing you done will look amazing.😊

[@susangeddes3298]

Ooh Kay I've been excited for you both to start on your garden. I'm in my 3rd year of a new build blank canvas clay garden. I've been adding soil improver and manure to my beds (no dig) in January each year. Some trees would look great, giving you height and privacy (I've added 3 so far). It's trial and error with plants but they can be moved if they're not in the right place. Looking forward to watching you and Dom progress. Thank you for your great videos. 😊

[@jacquis-j9606]

As a mum of boys (grown up now) can I suggest you think of circular routes for your son to ride his car/bike on with an in and out to your patio. My two loved chasing each other on their bikes around the garden. Plus think of secret corners/areas for him to use for den building later on as well as wildlife areas and a veg growing area. You will get there, just think one corner at a time.

[@carolelonsdale6320]

Hi Kay i wach someone on here that had clay soil they dug it out 2foot down then they put soil from the garden center in and turfed it but they had a much smaller garden than you have perhaps you could do that just on the borders so that your plants grow the outher alternative would to see what plants would grow in clay conditions can wait to see how it all turns out i like your idea of having the arch as your way into the rest of the garden. I would get some buterfly ( buddllia ) bushes at the bottom of the garden they grow quite tall but not too tall but will block the neighbours view xxx❤

[@lovelysarah367]

Love vlog Kay, I cannot wait to see the progress over the next few weeks and months xx❤

[@debbieeade2428]

Brilliant idea Kay!

[@annyates7212]

Hi I live in a 70s built Barrett, HOME which the garden was always waterlogged, we researched it and put some drainage in, that’s the 1st thing you should do or you will always have a buggy garden 😢 its well worth doing! I couldn’t walk in my garden to peg out washing it was just to wet, hope this helps you x 😊

[@audreysutherland4739]

I agree. Drainage now is the priority if she wants her son to be able to play outside.

[@karenharris3123]

Some climbing plants to soften the fences are a good idea but make sure you don’t get anything that grows too big!! (Just had to remove a rose that was too tall for our 6’ fence! It was well established after a few years and the roots were a nightmare!). I have gone for an upright Weigela called towers of flowers. 😊. Rose Zephrine Drouhin is a beautiful fragrant rose that’s thornless!! Will grow beautifully on an arch! 😊 We had a 2 year old garden when we moved in 20 years ago. Once I started gardening I discovered it was heavy clay and full of builders rubble! It’s been an interesting journey and I eventually took up the grass - small, north facing lawn that was waterlogged or completely dry! I did have a lawn when the grandchildren were young. I now have lots of plants and a couple of trees- olive trees that I bought from Morrisons!! Don’t forget to take into account the direction of your garden and what plants will like. Open fencing might be good for wind damage, but plants will help screen. Good luck!!

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Oh goodness thanks for this tip! I will have a look the rose you mentioned, thornless is such a great idea too x

[@allyjoyce]

I’m really looking forward to seeing your garden when it’s done. Your old one was done so beautifully. Inspires me to want to get into my garden. Good on you both. Doesn’t look like an easy job but I’m sure it’ll be really lovely when it’s done ☺️🏡

[@jessicaparkes203]

A decking area at thebottom end with an integrated hidden sandpit would be super cute ❤ Good luck, looking forward to seeing it all unfold x

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Aww this is an adorable idea! Thank you x

[@rosieayres2829]

Loved this video, we also have very heavy clay soil and it definitely gets better over time by adding lots of sharp sand and compost, you could try to aerate the lawn and then also brush sand over it to help with drainage and the more plants and trees you add the more there is to soak up the moisture. Your other garden was lovely and I’m sure this one will be as well😊

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Ah that's good to hear as that's what we'd ready too! Dom's got an Aerater now so he's got to work with the worst parts of the garden and like you say, hopefully once we have some roots in there things will get better. x

[@janlisseman6302]

It just makes you feel better when you can start such a big project and start to see how you want it to look, you will get there as the saying goes Rome was not built in a day and doing it at your pace is good, all the best with it xx

[@TheSleepFairy.]

Your pronounciation of pergola is correct 😉

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Ohh good!!! 😂 Thank you for letting me know x

[@victoriaadams2171]

It’s a good start…😊

[@Briardie]

I am glad you shared this video. I am really excited to see how you both transform your garden. You certainly make a great team. It is as though you are both telepathic and communicate silently with each other. You are such a lovely young couple. I am excited for the adventure.

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thank you, haha this made me laugh! If only, ey? 😂 x

[@natalieward6000]

So excited to see how the garden transforms ❤

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thanks lovely! Me too x

[@Georgeinax]

Yes! 🙌🏻 ✨ I’m here for this! Also got a new build garden and need all the inspiration 🙌🏻✨

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Ooh yay! I hope we can inspired you x

[@thelimeysretreat4976]

We had a new build garden 30 years ago which is now in its third regeneration. Raised beds are great if your soil is poor and stops little feet trampling on plants, trees and climbers too for privacy. Trees gives you somewhere to hang feeders to for the birds and in time perhaps a child friendly pond to encourage wildlife too. I also have some decking with lots of containers for variety in different seasons . It will look fabulous xxxx

[@karenharris3123]

We inherited a 2 year old garden that was basically lawn with one tree fern! Sadly it died after a very hard winter, so I began putting in borders. In the past 18 years I have worked to improve the soil- lots of compost, digging out the bad clay and putting in compost and sand when planting new plants. I would suggest some climbing plants to soften the fences and improve privacy are a good idea but make sure you don’t get anything that grows too big!! (Just had to remove a rose that was too tall for our 6’ fence! It was well established after a few years and the roots were a nightmare!). I have gone for an upright Weigela called towers of flowers. 😊. Rose Zephrine Drouhin is a beautiful fragrant rose that’s thornless!! Will grow beautifully on an arch! 😊

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

So reassuring to hear your story. We definitely want lots of climbers, we love them 🥰

[@dawn9709]

I. Am. Here. For. All. The. Garden. Content!!!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 ….can you tell I’m excited 😂 My newbuild garden is almost identical! I’m just about to get a pergola built! Love anything garden related!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 more please!!! 😍

[@michellehooper661]

Well done Kay, really motivating and looked like hard work! You have a good sized garden to work with. Look forward to seeing the development of it. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thanks lovely, it's definitely a deceptive one at times depending on where you stand in the garden! We're really pleased with the amount of space Charlie will have to play x

[@michaelreardon-u6x]

Hi kay.looking forward to watch ing your video ❤

[@audreysutherland4739]

Kay, I would strongly suggest you start with a drainage solution. A French drain is what you need. No point adding sand or compost to such wet soil. Don’t waste your money on plants until you sort that first. Speak to a professional landscaper who can advise you. It would be heartbreaking to do all that work and spend money when you still have that quagmire of a garden that your son won’t be able to play in if there is any rain.

[@sarahckt17]

I’m really looking forward to seeing your garden come to life! X

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thank you!! Me too x

[@ManuelaChristina1]

What a big garden dear Kay ❤ have fun

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Aww thank you, we're happy with the space we have and can't wait to make it feel like ours x

[@suerolfe9451]

Look forward to see what you both do 😊❤

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thanks Sue ♥️

[@eileenvincent5100]

You need a summer house down the bottom of the garden,with a patio,then your chairs could go there as well ,with some climbing plants.Good luck 🍀.

[@dandare2586]

Just remember you have to look at how close a shed is to a fence line & it's height so remain within legal parameters

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Definitely want a little patio down there but it's the sunniest spot so no summer house to start with as we want to enjoy the sunshine and go from there 🥰

[@emiliaciantar2390]

Kay, powdered gypsum helps to break up clay soil. Suggest getting advice from a gardener/landscaper at your local nursery. Looking forward to seeing your vision for your garden come to life. 🌹🌻🥀🌼🌸🌺

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thanks for the tip! Taking all the advice we can get, haha! I'm excited to see how it all goes x

[@dianeh7620]

Spme pleached trees alonf the bottom fence would look lovley and create privacy.... you cpuld then put a small deck/patio area there to create a seating area.

[@pamelapattison7921]

Kay and Dom there will be a lot of hard work but you already know this ,I'm looking forward to seeing your journey im with you all the step of the way ,Good Luck xx

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thank you lovely! Excited to see how it all goes in time 🥰

[@Thecrystalchakra]

The more roots you get in the ground the better the drainage will be xx keep going it will be beautiful 😍

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

I sure hope so!! Thank you 🥰

[@leannenicol9025]

Love your journey so far, I’m a year behind you as my son was born in November last year. We are meant to be collecting the keys to our new house on Tuesday. We need to redecorate and put in new flooring before we can move in, our back garden is huge and very long, it has been completely neglected, broken fencing and it’s a jungle, we’ve been told there is a patio somewhere in there, it’s very overwhelming. But we are looking forward to working on the garden once the house is finished and we have settled in, with our 2 cats and our 3 month old. Your garden is looking better already xxx

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Ohh congratulations! It'll take time but it will be so worth it in the end, just take it slow and steady 🥰

[@debbiegomm3659]

I think your going to do a great job over time, but please take care if your going to plant a wisteria on you pergola, we did this and it’s got so big and it’s now has such a thick trunk it’s making the pergola learn abit! I’d suggest getting a very large pot and plant in there instead of the ground. Enjoy x

[@georgemaxwell4984]

Your fence is actually quite good as during bad/windy weather it wont blow down as it might if it was solid. You could maybe put some wicker screening onto the fencing.

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

This is true, we're debating what to do for the better. Even if we double boarded it, we'd make sure it had gaps for the wind to blow through or it would blow down then we'd have no privacy at all 😂 Unfortunately it doesn't have gravel boards so will need replacing in time as it's likely to rot, but we will see.

[@georgemaxwell4984]

@Livingthelifeyoulove I have same time fencing and put up wicker screening on top, wind can still get through. Good luck. - Frances

[@cljmustard]

Lovely video you have a good size garden I really must start on my garden mine is a big garden can't wait to see how your garden develops xx

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thank you! It feels daunting but we're excited to get started with it ♥️

[@lisatiptoes]

You and Dom really did get a lot done. Sand and topsoil will help. So will some plants. I am looking forward to seeing the transformation. ❤

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

I can't wait! Let's hope by the end of summer it looks totally different 🥰

[@ClareW1959]

Wow. A great size garden to work with. It will be fun to plan it out. X

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thank you! I'm excited to see it transform 🥰

[@janeteckersley]

B&M sell the privacy screen on a roll for fencing might be a good option until you get your trees and bushes established, can't wait to see what you do as your last garden was lovely. X

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thank you i'll have a look! We loved how our old garden transformed too 🥰

[@lauraprince1944]

We are in Yorkshire and our garden is clay too and at this time of year its awful. We have 2 dogs and it’s just a churned up mess. We’ve been in 7 years and still struggle but any tips you find o please share. We have done ok growing most things. A few things we have lost as they don’t like the wet but most have been fine

[@annakozlowski4837]

No dig put cardboard where ever you want borders add good compost so fast...so excited for you and your Sweet family Blessings your way❤

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thank you! I've heard lots about this, I just need to check it would work over heavy clay soil as i'd hate for it to just sit in a puddle and cause more issues in the future. Thank you lovely! Excited to see how it all goes x

[@danielleshanti]

I imagine that raised bed with the sidewalk in front of it was designed for that spot to be quick access to a kitchen garden: lettuce, herbs, etc. when you just need to nip out and pick something as you're cooking. Don't even need shoes! I think it's quite a functional thing. That said, I see your point as well.

[@TracyOwen-y9t]

Grand job. Well done. Xx

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thank you lovely ♥️

[@TracyOwen-y9t]

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[@bridiewright1519]

Maybe get as much done next couple of months so you can enjoy it this summer and do indoor things in autumn ❤

[@kellyAI84]

You could put french drains in to help with drainage x

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

I'm not sure if we'd need planning permission for them but will look into it if the problem doesn't resolve with our efforts in the future x

[@audreysutherland4739]

@@Livingthelifeyouloveyou do not need planning permission to put in French drains.

[@Karincl7]

​@@audreysutherland4739 you don t need to put anything in the ground, clay isn t that bad. Always that being scared, live with the soil you have.

[@audreysutherland4739]

@@Karincl7 not when there is a layer of surface water every time it rains. That means the garden cannot be used and she can’t hang out her washing.

[@SharonT109]

Decking with a little tippee for him lovely vlog you will get there❤

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Cuteeee idea! 🥰

[@julesa245]

Have you ever seen the programme Garden rescue on BBC I player? It’s great. Wooden sleepers will make great border edging or path edge. X

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

I don't think I have! I will definitely have a watch, love the idea of reusing the sleepers too x

[@ajohnson2381]

With clay soil drainage will always be an issue but it can be managed. Look for online articles for solutions but chances are the gravel was put down by the patio doors to assist with drainage. There is no point putting flags down without sorting this first. Go to a local garden centre where they will give you advice on suitable plants for your garden conditions instead of just buying the pretty shrubs in bloom, only for them not to survive - we have all made mistakes, that's gardening. Learning is fun and very satisfying, good luck. Ps Drawing a plan is always a good idea.

[@Syysleimu]

Excited to see the transformatio ❤😊 You should start composting yourself so you can get "free" compost.

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thanks lovely! We did compost in our last garden but will see if we do here as it take a long time for it to become compost you can use. Our local council takes food waste with our garden bin so that makes me feel better about it as at least it's being composted somewhere 🥰

[@dandare2586]

Planting an elder tree helps with a water logged garden.

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thank you I will look into Elder trees 🥰

[@dandare2586]

@Livingthelifeyoulove Sorry, Kay, a misspelling. I meant an alder tree x

[@gailots]

You are saying Pergola correctly. PER-go-la. Thé gals in the fence are perhaps to allow wind to pass through without the whole fence panel being damaged or coming down. Also probably cheaper. Maybe move the bed to along the fence near kitchen and plant with fresh herbs!

[@gailots]

It might be a lot less expensive to plant vines/climbing plants like jasmine instead of buying the lumber for fence? And in between new bushes it should give you privacy

[@vickyrainwater7760]

Also pavers to make a patio up against the house and walkways thru the yard or oops! garden.😊

[@EHenry-b6t]

Hi Kay, love your calm & inspired living. Will you eventually let your cats out (on harnesses) like before?

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

I'm so happy to hear this 🥰 Honestly we're not sure. They've very settled here and happy inside so we're thinking if we were to let them out it would be a small catio rather than harnesses like the last garden.

[@littledogRonnie]

Maybe you could invest in a garden designer initially who knows about new builds, just to give you some ideas and advice; you don't have to follow everything they say but it may help it all feel less daunting. You are both so young, you could save a fortune on plants by growing from seeds or cuttings, so a greenhouse is a great idea, and I reckon Dom will love pottering in one. There is no rush and it is a mammoth project so maybe don't focus on 'the end' result but enjoy each task as a pleasurable time spent outdoors.

[@LittleLinz]

Kay, you need some gardening gloves. All the way through this, i kept thinking those white gloves are going to be ruined! The same with your slippers. Get some garden shoes x

[@Karincl7]

Why don t you people always say what s she need instead of suggestion it, if she has to have it, send it otherwise be gentle kids

[@susangough3354]

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[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

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[@qienna6677]

You never want me to work on your garden, I just have to look at plants and they die :( I do enjoy watching you transform your garden though :)

[@deborah972]

Always happy to watch one of your videos kay ,have a great day ❤🎉😊 xx

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Thank you, hope you have a great weekend xx

[@willow9790]

I find new build gardens are full of stone and brick that works its way to the surface.

[@kayalford6746]

Check out Dainty Diaries. She is in Ireland and started her gardens from the beginning. She has a garden playlist.

[@lizgilmore7314]

Please both buy some wellies as you are at risk of getting trench foot!!

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

We have wellies but for the amount of time we were in the mud they weren't needed, so we usually potter in our garden shoes. When it comes time to do more work in the mud we likely will wear better shoes/wellies 😊

[@lizgilmore7314]

@@Livingthelifeyoulove pleased to hear it as was worried about you both ♥️

[@Karincl7]

The privacy issue is their because you have nothing in your garden it will solve itself. I live in the same window condition as you

[@mylittleflowerbarn]

Oh gosh 😮 your garden is so overlooked. I’m looking forward to seeing the transformation. Plenty of trees 🌳 🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🍏🍐🍎 a green house and homegrown vegetables 🍆 🌽🥕🥔🥒🍅 would be fab Kay 👍🏻😃

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

That's the vision 🥰 can't wait to see it come to life!

[@mylittleflowerbarn]

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[@mylittleflowerbarn]

I also grow my own vegetables and cut flowers. I am a qualified florist. Would you like to collaborate with me on my channel. 🙂 I am quite new to KZbin and would like to swap ideas. You have a lovely little family ♥️

[@alisondavies4889]

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[@carliem9494]

Gardens take forever, you’re taking raised beds out and I’m putting them in😄 And so sorry to sounds a negative note, but I’d be really cross if my neighbour hung something on my fence their side, particularly something as heavy as that mirror, as it will undermine the integrity. Having said that however, I do live on the coast and the general, year-round, high winds cause anything strung-up outside to swing around and even light stuff like hanging baskets will eventually undermine the structure it’s attached too (my neighbour lost half a wallbrick last year due to the swinging of his hanging basket). Perhaps your neighbours were more than happy for you to attach that mirror though

[@Livingthelifeyoulove]

Raised beds are lovely, they are such a nice feature i'm sure yours will be lovely! 🥰 The fence on the right side legally belongs to us so if anything were to happen to it, it would be down to us to replace it.

[@carliem9494]

@ phew! that’s ok then as everything points to it not being yours …. ie good side of the fence facing your garden, positioning of the posts - in contrast to the fence the other side which has different post placement and the “wrong” side facing your garden. However ….. good to know you were aware ☺️