Planting a Hoop’s Blue Spruce! 🌲💙// Garden Answer

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[@janicegreen7360]

Have Benjamin stand next to it and take his picture and watch them both grow! A memory for 2020!

[@raeperonneau4941]

What a lovely idea!

[@adrabruzzese7610]

Great idea!

[@samanthablackwell2564]

We did this with a Magnolia tree and my daughter 🥰

[@marilynruggeberg]

Awesome Idea

[@victoriafoster1517]

We did it with a tulip tree and posted the pix at our daughter's high school open house!

[@PatriciaJessup]

I can just hear this tree heave a sigh of relief when you cut all that rope and released the root ball from the burlap. Oh my Russel loves you and Aaron as he seems to always be close by while filming ❤️

[@uena4016]

That's one decorative Russel right there.

[@julienegustafson1501]

Russell is like the feline version of Man’s Best Friend. I love how he’s always hanging out with you.

[@paulisialinka]

Russel pops with blue green plants. Such a great background for our ginger star :)

[@janejohnson6411]

That is a beautiful blue spruce tree and Russell just adds the finishing touch. I just love all your videos.

[@thejlos]

Golly I just love a Blue Spruce. Probably the most beautiful evergreen there is.

[@sherrylevine5228]

Please please do videos when you fertilize everything in your yard. I get confused on what I'm supposed to use on what. I made a tiny boxwood hedge last year (laura you would be proud) but I want to feed it correctly!!

[@Bamboo4U2]

She's done a couple.

[@cutazabutton]

Yes, and it would depend on your zone

[@patriciadoyle2973]

I just love how Russel follows you around!

[@cherylparks9780]

Beautiful tree 🌲. I love that Russell is always in your videos or pictures. He is such a wonderful kitty 🐱. 😘❤️😘❤️

[@mmmc5122]

I love it! Find Russell is the best game ever.

[@thecrazysoaplady2497]

And there's Russell. Stealing.the show. Posing without even knowing! ❤

[@alexandrasmeage4761]

Russell, at least I think it is, makes these videos, I love seeing him get in on the action. 🧡🧡🧡

[@ritasicari7518]

Russell needs his own channel with a Russell-cam perspective.

[@bambiwest1391]

I had to chuckle when I saw you using the DeWalt saw to cut out old roots - for the last three weekends my husband and I have been taking out old shrubs and old tree roots and we have been using that same saw to cut the shrubs down and to cut out the roots as we dig. In fact, in just a few minutes we’re heading outside to cut out the last of the shrub roots. It’s a tedious and laborious job, but our DeWalt saw has been a great help. Plant on my fellow gardeners 🌿🌺🌸🌳🏡😊

[@hellodarling9073]

Every time you upload a video I watch it for enjoyment, then re-watch for knowledge, going through adds too. Gotta support my garden queen! 💖 Also, the back formal garden looks ideal for a greenhouse, have you ever considered that? Somehow that idea popped while watching this video...

[@Miguel195211]

Now you have done it! My wife saw this tree and she wants it. So I am investigating where to get it. It is a beauty! 🌲

[@donnawalker3910]

Ahhh...the satisfying snip snip of new Felcos : ) I live in zone 8a and I didn't think I could plant a blue spruce. Yay!! Hoop's Blue is now on my wish list. Thanks for another great video!

[@crittergirl3647]

Thanks for the bonus shots of Russell at the end! 😻🐈😻

[@Bamboo4U2]

I really like when they end their videos with still shots and then finish it off with the Garden Answer bumper tile. It just looks so professional as opposed to the abrupt still shot--cut-to-black thing.

[@ramibu239]

Love Blue Spruces!🙂🌲💙 But what I want to know is when & where are you going to plant those new fruit trees?🌳🍎🍏🍑🍒

[@christycoalson36]

I was going to ask the same thing lol

[@chucksuter6551]

“Two cups of fertilizer.” Pours in a gallon. Just kidding it just looks that way! love what you do Laura!!!

[@AshleyNSharp]

Lol I thought the same thing. She is so funny!

[@Bamboo4U2]

She never measures. Get used to it. :)

[@AshleyNSharp]

Jake Jones no she never has lol

[@celianewman4809]

Reminds me of this video where the lady is like: “Two shots of vodka” and proceeds to pour half the bottle. 🤣

[@foodforestnextdoor4534]

I’m not sure Russell is planted far enough away from the tree. You may not have proper cat spacing! Lol

[@AshleyNSharp]

I like the white fence. I think a tapered stacked rock wall would be beautiful along that part of the drive. It would be a nice Victorian style addition to your home.

[@sandyg8794]

Hi Laura and Aaron! What a beautiful tree! Blue Spruce is my favorite and I really love the color of the Hoop's variety. It looks beautiful there! Thank you for sharing!

[@pamketron]

Beautiful tree. Going to be awesome in that spot! Love how Russell poses for the pictures!

[@joanwalker8041]

Good ol' Russell ♥

[@anetfigueroa3200]

Oh how much I’ve missed these type of videos! 😍❤️ with my pregnancy I’ve definitely been craving garden moments! Thank you Laura!

[@whendixie3]

Sometimes I swear you can read my mind. I’ve been looking for a blue toned evergreen. This sounds perfect. Thanks. I love your videos.

[@robingrunzweig1880]

i love blue spruce trees... that would be a big plus for me if we ever had to move to a colder climate.. i can't even describe how much i love this tree... it is perfect for that corner and what a statement all year long.. time for Aaron to get some more Christmas lights!!! oh joy oh joy!! it's gorgeous!!!!

[@teacatz3]

Lovely tree!! Buying some evergreen fertilizer this week! Laughing about Russell - he was so determined to lie near by you and just pretend to be casual about all of your hard work! LOL!

[@twilde3754]

HI Laura, Would you be willing to do a video on lilacs -- types and growing them? I love lilacs and thinking of planting them along the back of my yard -- total sun. Proven Winners has quite a few types -- I was just looking on their site. Thanks for considering

[@Bamboo4U2]

She's done a couple. Search for "bloomerang." It's a cultivar from PW. (Edited to fix a typo.)

[@debbieceliceo6430]

Yes please! Include pruning and feeding tips! I have a number of lilacs (one Bloomerang) and I want more but some years they bloom and others not so much. I would love a video to address that!

[@ericaallen2756]

Circling back....ALLLLL these years later to say....I FINALLY GOT MINE! =D Patience is a virtue

[@cadimaier9018]

Such a beautiful tree. I love seeing Russell follow you around everywhere in your videos. Where has Cheddar been? I feel like I haven't seen him around latley. I love your videos. Thank you so much. 😻😻

[@janaangus]

Russell just loves to supervise!! ❤️ Did you leave some of the burlap on the bottom?? Is that ok for the tree?? Thank you for all your videos! We all truly appreciate what you and Aaron have created!

[@ginnysummers7018]

Tree looks awesome (and new shoes look great)! Love a blue spruce.

[@ralphbiggers928]

We planning a Colorado Spruce since 2019. And it's doing good in 2020. It's called a true, Colorado spruce. It's a true blue spruce.

[@lindahopkin8597]

I love blue spruces so pretty and that handsome Russell

[@poochiepaws]

Russell has a truly great life with all new trees to climb in 😊🐱🌲🌳 Laura, I wonder if you know about "Abies Koreana"?

[@SweetStuffOnMonarchLane]

What a beautiful tree!!! So jealous you're digging in the ground! I'm sitting here in my flannel pajamas looking at snow outside on the ground having my coffee before work (3rd shifter). Great info on that tree; love it when you concentrate on specific plants! Thank you!

[@honeytearz1228]

Looking at this tree, i can just think of Christmas lights, pot arrangements and wreaths 😍 ooooh thinking of Christmas in March.

[@fernhaven4111]

branches from this would look extra good with the dried orange slices and magnolia that Lauren also uses!

[@j_e_bean]

I love the color of the tree against the fence 😍

[@robinrummel1359]

I love that tree and that it will do well in my zone 7! It's been added to my "must have" list of plants... just hope I can find one! Russell waiting to put in his appearance till the end, typical cat star behavior! 😁💕👍

[@nesandhiller5323]

Russell!!

[@Bamboo4U2]

It's interesting how bad I am at judging distances because to my (bad) eyes, that does not look like it's seven feet from the fence, but hey!--one more item to decorate with xmas lights so yay! Laura, you also have tulip bulbs at the edge of that bed, right? So be careful when you're planting up the bed when you extend it.

[@laurieg5308]

One of my favorites! I planted mine where it could be seen from the kitchen windows gorgeous w lights and snow ❄️

[@DCT14]

Beautiful tree Laura. But I especially love how Russell is always keeping watch over you, and supervising, LOL!

[@ditoba123]

Your energy is contagious! I enjoy all your videos. Keep up the good work! Russel steals the show as usual!

[@TheNeeenha]

Hey Laura...You can say "These ones" as much as you want..I've heard Charles Dowding say it all the time So go for it and feel no shame

[@rebeccamclaughlin4992]

Anita Thomas i’d love to have a garden answer shirt with these ones in quotations on the back!

[@TheEnthusiasticGardener]

Hi Laura, I've been following you for a few years and watch every video from start to finish. You've even inspired me to start my own channel, even though I have no formal training ... just tons of enthusiasm! Will you be doing a video on pruning hydrangeas? I planted a limelight last summer (I'm in the south of England) and thinking I will need to prune very soon?

[@barbll000]

Love the tree. The colour is just gorgeous. I'm loving my winter interest evergreens that my nephew helped to plant last year. It was an investment but the garden looks so much better and less like an ugly mess. They give structure for the eyes to focus on.

[@Angela-zf8sn]

Blue spruce trees are so beautiful 🌲😊 good spot

[@kieutpie7914]

Happy International Women's Day! Thank you for jumping on your shovel trying to get it to sink down. Lol. It proves that I'm not the only one doing that. 🤣🤣

[@emeraldtownpaula7570]

Beautiful tree! It’s so cute how Russell follows you around! Haven’t seen cheddar lately, is he doing ok?☺️

[@rosanna5schmidt732]

Russell sure likes to be close by while you plant etc.

[@bowersmack5212]

The grey in the spruce really pops with the color of the pots along the fence line!

[@jojohnston4113]

Love the blue color! That little tree looks adorable now and I'm sure will be amazing later!

[@ninawill8053]

Russell is a such a star, i am literally looking for him in every video lately and he never disappoints lol! Love the tree color, it is going to look so beautiful fully grown in that spot and also nice addition for more Christmas lights!

[@shirley4726]

When you are planting a new tree where an existing one use to be, is it important to get out as much of the old root system as possible? Can it harm the new tree in any way?

[@lexititus2323]

Shirley I asked my botanist friend the same question last year during a planting project. She told me to remove as much as you can for two reasons, the first being so your new trees roots don’t have to fight around old roots, and also because of the old roots rotting, it could settle the ground weirdly depending on how extensive the root system is. She said it doesn’t have to be 100% of the roots, but get as much as you can

[@shirley4726]

@@lexititus2323 Thank-you so much for the info 🙂

[@anya229]

"why look at that silly tree, when you can look at me!" - thinks Russell 😸

[@melissamiew4056]

Cutest shovel hop ever. :D

[@brandimt590]

Your soil looks so nice. I’m loving this tree and think I might add one to my yard. Thanks

[@judyhoppe999]

It looks like you have replaced your worn out favorite shoes with a new pair! I love the animal print and they look very comfortable. Love your channel and hope to use some of your knowledge and tips over here in Western Oregon.

[@Happy_Buddah_Bonsai_UK]

That’s awesome tree , you are multi talented knowing how to do the plumbing 🪠 as well 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💚🌲

[@andreat.4230]

One more tree for Aaron to put Christmas tree lights on! 🎄 Will be super cute while it’s still a small tree!

[@dianebateman6808]

That's a gorgeous blue spruce!!! Love it, I can grow it in my zone 3 and I love that it stays on the smaller scale.

[@camarojen1000]

I absolutely love blue spruce. The color on this one is gorgeous!

[@explaincauseidontgetit3294]

I dug new flower beds early last fall. Just cleaned up the beds yesterday and the dirt is so soft and easy to move and work! Can’t wait to fill it up, slowly but surely!

[@carolbeatty2468]

Lovey video for coffee with Laura, Aaron, and of course Russell! What a beautiful tree and it will be fun to see it grow over the years. I agree about lighting it up at Christmas time and it will add some nice interest to your arrangements in the winter!!

[@gardeningjunkie2267]

I'm a stickler for perfect lines, so I have to leave my two cents about those pavers. I don't think you realize but the pavers are not supposed to be laid out like that. They are basically a tongue and groove set up so you have one forward facing and the next one going in the opposite direction. This way they lay flush up right against each other and keep the gravel from getting into your flower beds.

[@jeanbrewer576]

Looks great!, new tree along with your new shoes and jeans.

[@dianajean4837]

Hi Laura, I just put in 4 flower beds at my office and used the Bio-tone starter on everything from shrubs, perennials to annuals. In a month I already have growth and everything is doing very well! Thank you for the great Bio-tone tip! Because of you I have been using all Espoma product for a while now, but this is the first time I've used the starter. Very happy !

[@kathrynelkin1519]

I absolutely love the color and form of this tree.

[@jonicarter9684]

I see you’re wearing your new shoes. It will be awhile before they are nice and worn in like the old ones. Our daughters friends bought their first home last summer. I was trying to explain that the first thing they need to do is decide where they want trees and get them planted as soon as possible. I told them that in five years they will be glad they did.

[@bristow562]

Inspiration!! Thank you Laura... I just ordered a Hoops Blue Spruce after watching this video!

[@32dras]

Happy International Women's Day too all of you gardener's and gardening lovers! 💐🌹🌷

[@ip4265]

The spruce is gorgeous! Where do I order Russel from? :)

[@DH-qz2so]

I have been buying blue spruce trees for my indoor Christmas Tree! Love the color and the strength of the branches...you should do a Cat Themed tree for 2020!

[@LB-vl3qn]

Russell approves of your chosen tree and planting job. As soon as I heard evergreen, I thought, oh, something else for Aaron to light up at Christmas. It's a gorgeous color and a great anchor evergreen for that spot. Well done! ~ Lisa

[@maryslack205]

Ahh, the sound of those new Felcos! I regularly misplace/or accidentally throw mine away too! Love the new spruce with its smaller full grown size.

[@jenniferspoor2402]

It’s so exciting to see you planting something in the ground again! Wouldn’t it be easier to cut the rope and remove the burlap before putting the tree in the hole?

[@janetleeharrison]

Perfect anchor for that area. Love the color & shape too. I don't think you could have done better - well done!

[@geeker211]

That is a beautiful tree! I need one now too.

[@kathyhitt8319]

It seems like Russell needs to supervise every project. He must be exhausted!! Does Cheddar ever visit with you in the garden or is he happy inside?

[@fleuriretepanouirenLui]

Beautiful tree 👍. Will eventually create nice intimacy in this area ..Thanks Laura and Aaron ❤️🌿

[@Edu_Kate]

And screen the neighbor's house.

[@sheilanokes3047]

That looks so good! I would love to plant an evergreen but need a dwarf

[@soniademandante8614]

Love watching your vlog..from philippines..❤❤❤ god bless.

[@rebeccawoodbixler9536]

Love the color of that spruce! Looks like you’re breaking in the new shoes. 🌲💚👟

[@w.tiefel348]

Agree on removing the rope but on b&b trees keeping a tight root ball out weighs cutting rope and wire. Over time both rope and wire will rot away as the tree roots get larger.

[@terrim.602]

It looks perfect there!

[@violetamayer6298]

That Russell is a ham 😁😁🐈

[@stephanieallen1138]

I LOVE that tree! So beautiful

[@Bizygr2]

You both work very well independently and as a team! Great job guys! P.S. I would LOVE to have just a 1/4 of Laura’s energy and enthusiasm.

[@burtonwillis6454]

That blue spruce with something the color of those giant barbary zinnias would be awesome

[@burtonwillis6454]

Oooo i just heard you say orange smoothie daylillies, good call, dang you got a good eye

[@sandrabates7649]

Oh joy a beautiful tree to hang Christmas lights on.

[@CoraBlu080605]

Great choice. One of my favorite trees.

[@kelleytucker6816]

I am looking forward to seeing how you move established perennials. My transplants usually struggle and I know you will have great tips!

[@susanlewis3288]

Blue Spruce is one of my favourites. I’ve added this to my one day list. I recently saw a Blue Pyramidal Limber Pine Tree and thought it’s structure resembled the Blue Spruce. It too is on the list. OMG I just love Russell. Hope Cheddar is okay? This must be a sign spring is coming too now we have Planting Videos. I so enjoy the planting videos.

[@2281CozyBrickCape]

Love the blue spruce! TFS.

[@marthafigueroa4686]

Beautiful evergreen great spot.

[@KidCity1985]

These grow way faster than you would expect. Mine was about 12 inches, now it's at least 15 feet, I get many compliments on it.

[@Bamboo4U2]

You probably get a lot more precipitation than she does though, right?

[@KidCity1985]

@@Bamboo4U2 you know it! But she has a longer growing season and sonshine.

[@AxelQC]

It's already a pretty little tree.