Planting Boxwoods Around the Hartley! 🤩🙌💃 // Garden Answer

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[@kimberlydean9752]

This video could have been 3 hours long and I would have loved every second of it! 💖🌱😊

[@shelleycarmichael3454]

Yeah I didn’t want it to end!!!

[@SenterStuff]

Same! I was saying, “More, more, more?” Did NOT want it to end! ~Cassandra Senter

[@AngelaSissySnyder]

Maybe we should lobby for a Garden Answer movie! I'd watch it. Heck I'd even buy it. lol

[@sharionwhitley3045]

Absolutely stunning!

[@RaeC]

You should feel so proud of yourselves to see your dreams transform right before your eyes. It’s so beautiful by the greenhouse and I can’t wait to see it surrounded by Christmas lights with a big tree in there. Have a Happy Halloween, enjoy the day 🎃

[@kaylah3889]

This is so exciting! Thank you for bringing us along in this process. How about four statues of the seasons in those four new flower beds?

[@cynthiarafferty7662]

Great idea!

[@lonnyflath6126]

Eine super schöne Idee ! Bietet sich ja geradezu an ! Lg aus Deutschland 🙋‍♀️🌲👍👍👏👏

[@juliedudrick4885]

Love that idea!

[@marmaladesunrise]

MARVELOUS IDEA! That would be perfection.

[@ivyandroses25]

Just like her Parent's garden! Could be a nice tribute. 🙂

[@chrisrfan]

Call me crazy, but did anyone else hear those planted boxwoods sighing a sigh of relief as they were put into the ground? They just look magnificent! Well done Laura and Aaron…and Bethany and Paul…and Benny and crew, and Chad! Amazing!

[@cherylstuckey4358]

I kept saying “ Oh my!!!” My husband came in and asked why do you keep saying, Oh my!!? I said look!!! It is soooo beautiful! It’s coming together you guys! Thank you so much for letting us join you on this journey 😁

[@maureenmckenna5220]

Know very well that “Oh, my” feeling when watching this. Breathtaking isn’t it?

[@heatherw.2751]

Wow!!!! Well done y’all! I know you aren’t professional landscapers but the design plan and execution is better than most of the pros I’ve seen and I’ve worked in the green industry for years! Really exciting stuff!

[@Erikajp]

I can envision David Austin roses in each bed, soft golds, blushes, creams and peaches... and/or gaura. Can't wait to see what you come up with!

[@marmaladesunrise]

LOVE THAT IDEA! David Austin roses would be at home with the Hartley look and formality of the surrounding garden. Something hardy similar to others on the property, like the Italian Ice. Anyway Laura has the Midas touch when it comes to choosing quality roses.

[@jaysgardenandphotography]

+1

[@Bamboo4U2]

I don't know about that. I'd be reluctant to put too many rose plants near each other, especially with all the problems roses come with. I guess it depends where you live.

[@marmaladesunrise]

@@darlenemc3586 Agree.

[@denisedorsey2889]

@@darlenemc3586 actually she’s quite far from Portland. There’s a mountain range in between which creates a rain shadow. The climate is very different.

[@altheab.8907]

Boxwoods around the Hartley AND large evergreens in the same video. Wonderful! How can you stop gazing at the Hartley for even 5 minutes? The brickwork is magnificent and the boxwoods and maple trees are making it come life. Gorgeous! I think I would just sit in front of a window and gaze out at it for hours with a huge smile on my face. The walkways are really going to make it shine! 😊💖🦋🕊

[@stephaniehaynes27]

Same!

[@terrivance8750]

Laura Aaron, Watching the tree guys unwind the rope from the Spruce was magical--almost like unwrapping a Christmas present! 😊

[@sc00badive]

What a thrill! It was all happening at once, the big evergreens and the boxwoods, and a visit to Andrews. I love seeing it happen, thank you for including us.

[@juliafiore120]

Good morning, Laura 👏🏻 I’m squealing with excitement for you!👏🏻Finally🙌🏻 planting the boxwoods!

[@candicespencer2021]

Woohoo! This is the day we have all been waiting for since the Hartley arrived! It’s going to be so beautiful Laura and Aaron! Loved watching Samantha walking back and forth on the brick!

[@angelaengler2387]

Oh my GOODNESS!!! The day we’ve been waiting for has arrived and it’s a Halloween treat for us😀 The Hartley greenhouse garden is even more beautiful than I imagined , Laura and Aaron I am so happy for you both! All of your hard work is turning out so FANTASTIC 😍 it’s going to be so fun watching what you do in this space in the seasons to come 🌻💐🌸🌼

[@laraemitchell9064]

This is all looking so good! The boxwood planting in another very big project that you guys are so good at making look easy! And can we just mention the big giant evergreen trees?! How amazing and grand those are!!!💚💚💚

[@princessryann2581]

Darlene Echavarria: Wow! Love how these boxwoods and bricks make it look formal garden! You do such wonderful planning on new areas! Everything coming together just like you say! Seeing Samatha come out running around ! New trees sure put giant smile on Aaron face! ❤️🤍💚💚💚🧱🧱🧱🌲🌲🌲🌲🌈

[@Scoutnuts]

It's always awesome to see the changes. Can you do more drone videos maybe once a month to really show the great look?

[@chichitex1252]

What a fun start for the morning! The boxwoods look fantastic, and, OMG, those beautiful trees 🌲!!! It’s a miracle to me to see those huge trees dug up with that incredible invention of a tree digger and just brought many miles and dropped in their new space! Instant gratification. What fun. Your place is changing so much and I thank you for sharing the process with us all!

[@kristydudgeon.]

Feeding everyone’s soul here Laura! Not sure if you realise how excited we are to see this video.. finally. I know you are in the same boat! Thanks for sharing!

[@kaylac3367]

Lots of excitement today! New glorious trees and finally planting boxwoods around the Hartley! Your plans and dreams are coming together. I'm very happy for ya'll!

[@andreabenson2491]

Wow, I cried! I would not be able to stop going out there to look at it!! It is coming along so wonderfully! Also, still mesmerized by the big evergreen trees being planted!👍👏🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 It's all turning into quite the wonderland!😊

[@KristopherNexus]

Laura, everything looks Amazing! It’s so great seeing this come together. 💙💙

[@ArtByLaCo]

Wow this is all so exciting! I know you said you're going to spend time thinking about it this winter but what are some of your ideas for planting inside the boxwood hedges? Hydrangeas? Russian sage? It's going to look incredible next summer ☀️

[@bluebirdhomestead]

It makes me so happy to finally see some planting going in around your Hartley! 🙌🙌🙌

[@maryannevarre1542]

I’m so happy for you & Aaron! It’s all coming together. It looks so beautiful❤️❤️

[@victoriaguglielmetti3637]

You can tell Aaron is really excited and proud of all the trees! So happy for you both. A beautiful transformation. ❤

[@Toinette2883]

The Hartley area is looking so beautiful❣️those boxwoods will be so happy now. I would be just walking through and taking it all in several times a day!

[@verizon5348]

Your property is looking more beautiful every day. I am amazed at the process of bringing in the new trees. The way the holes are dug and the trees are put into the ground is fascinating. Loving these videos.

[@Housewarmin]

I remember when y’all were still waiting on the city to get the old gazebo. Oh how time flies!

[@Kerrin77JIH]

As a fairly new gardener I have a gardening question. The raised bed mix is so nice and rich in those inner spaces. I’m wondering if that will make the boxwoods in that area kind of jump ahead of the others that are on the outside where the ground won’t be so rich? Am I thinking incorrectly? Thanks everybody!

[@Sunshinelady]

Oh how exciting…I’ve so been waiting for this day!!🌳🌳🌳

[@donnaokoniewski3761]

Loved seeing how the trees are planted. It never gets old! Oh those boxwoods are perfect for around the Hartley. Loving all the progress! Thanks for taking us along. Enjoy your day. xo

[@rebekkah4419]

❤❤❤ LOL… ‘Little Laura’ er, I mean Samantha Grace is SO adorable! Of course she would walk up and down the bricks! ❤❤❤

[@peggyhelblingsgardenwhatyo7920]

Greetings, Laura and Aaron, from Windermere Florida zone 9b USA 🇺🇸 I think you two are amazing and I love how precise you are planting the boxwoods. In a few years it's going to look like a beautiful Park. Happy Gardening Everyone 👩‍🌾👍💓

[@denisefaust1290]

Amazing! So excited seeing it all come together, and the bonus of three trees in one video! Doesn’t get any better than this!❤️🌲🌲🌲

[@loriewhitt-winyard3283]

Love this! I sent a message to Aaron today about how Bunny Guinness does bottomless pots. I think large bottomless pots in the center of the four quadrants with Dappled Willow trees in each pot would look spectacular! Then you get your willows but on a smaller scale but still raised up enough to plant annuals in the pot and the ground below. 😁What do you think?

[@AngelaSissySnyder]

I saw the bottomless pot video Bunny Guinness has done and I think I am going to implement that idea in my own garden. Such a wonderful idea.

[@clancarney2541]

I like your idea of a different texture in the entry walkway. that transition would be magical

[@jillshippy5157]

I actually teared up watching the boxwoods go into the ground seeing this area this developed & close to becoming completed! So happy and thrilled for you! Christmas is going to be SPECTACULAR‼️

[@kareharpies]

Did you really cry? I always wonder if people are being hyperbolic or if i am not an emotional person.

[@jillshippy5157]

@@kareharpies I said “I teared up”, which means tears welled up in my eyes. I did not fully cry. No tears came down my face. I know the joy that hard work brings and I have watched Laura & Aaron work extremely hard to achieve their goals and have watched how their property has developed with their talents. In addition, seeing what they have done with the flora that God has created makes me worship Him all the more and appreciate what He has given to us. It is not unusual for me to feel overwhelmed by God’s beauty in a natural setting or in a planned space as it’s HIS creation that makes it equally beautiful. And we people are each perfectly and uniquely made. Some are more emotional than others. It’s all good‼️

[@lanahayes5727]

The Hartley in the fog looks awesome. Love it

[@jessicauncasam61]

Wow beautiful! I like to look into getting a tree as big as this in my yard one day. I agree it's beautiful.

[@lucpar23]

Adds life. That is so funny that I was thinking that just before she said it. It must be so amazingly satisfying to see the life return to that area. Can't wait to see it buttoned up for the year along with the compost in the back garden area with the new trees. So wonderful

[@jodieweiman89]

Please dont dismiss your explanation and say “anyways” when you take time to give us your reason why you do what you do. Ex. why you placed the boxwoods the way you did. That’s how I actually learn/process information. I need the whys to make sense of the rest. It’s one of my favorite parts of your videos. ❤❤❤

[@michelesimpson2237]

Whooooooohoooooooooo!!! Yes yipeeeeeeeee and Ta-Da we have boxwoods. They look stunning around The Hartley. Congratulations . The big trees look awesome too. What a great step forward. Well done.

[@joemcdaniel6341]

Make the boxwood formal garden area into a fragrance garden... roses, lavenders etc. Then while sitting inside, open the Hartley doors and enjoy the fragrant breeze. Cocktails mandatory!

[@anitacox651]

This was magical to watch come together and see you vision come to life! Thank you so much for taking us on the journey! I wonder if the boxwoods in the raised bed mix will have a head start on the others?? It will be fun to watch and see them continue to grow and frame the walkways!!

[@MandyR0116]

Seeing you so excited about creating this beautiful formal garden is so fun! Great job it looks amazing :) did you get your inspiration from any specific gardens you’ve toured over the years?

[@mariafolch8067]

She dreamt about her Hartley since she visited London with her mom. I am sure she also fell in love with their gardens, as well. London is well known for their manicured gardens with shaped boxwoods and topiaries.

[@plot10homestead58]

So, did she misspeak while naming the boxwood, or did she really plant Green Velvet, thinking they were quite small?

[@wendyblair7654]

Are you sure those are Green Velvet boxwoods and not Green Gem boxwoods? I ask because I have both. I have had great luck with the Green Velvets. They stay green all winter long (no bronzing) in my zone 7b climate. But they are closer to 4’ tall and wide. This year I purchased the Green Gem because I needed a smaller, tighter structure. Those are supposed to only get 2’ tall and wide. I know it’s splitting hairs, however when you’re working with such a formal structure, it can make a difference. Both varieties are supposed to keep more of a rounded habit - and I have found that to be true with the GV. No matter the variety, your hedges are sure to be beautiful!

[@beccalex89]

I can't imagine how happy you are to start to see this project come together! I have been counting the days along with you to button up the garden around the heartley - so satisfying! I can't wait to see it this Spring.

[@davidbraga1263]

Wow I guess you will not see this you have over 500 comments Laura was just going to say would you consider taking half dozen extra boxwoods planting out back to.have if you lose one this way it will be same size should you need to replace one. God Bless Dave from Cape Cod

[@carolhendley760]

Everything is beautiful! Yours and Aaron’s thoughtful planning has resulted in a true work of art. Also a shoutout to all the talented folks who have helped y’all realize your dream, they are experts for sure.

[@oilinmylamp]

I've watched this one about 5x! 😆 This is one of my fave videos. So satisfying and calming. It's all coming together so nicely.

[@lisagriffiths3905]

Hi Lisa here in the UK....it is looking amazing, can't wait to see it all finished XX

[@JL-hw5hu]

Hey Laura everything is turning out lovely. Are you both going to add spaces for the kids? With all the land you have we haven't seen any plans for the children. Speaking of swing set, pool, tree house things of that nature so they can enjoy the outside spaces along with gardening. Thanks for sharing

[@BACKYARDBLOOMSWITHKIM]

Laura I was trying to reach out to you about the boxwood design, actually my garden is very similar with the square and the circle in the middle. My circle has a fire pit in the middle, and lots of DA Roses in the middle of the boxwoods. Love it! It is going to be gorgeous. And I did get my boxwood obsession from you. LOL! I have videos on mine. My channel name is "BACKYARD BLOOMS WITH KIM". And I bought all by boxwoods from Jenny "CREEKSIDE NURSERY" even before she started doing KZbin. I pulled up and told her if she could get me 80 sprinter boxwoods, because I have been watching your channel for so long. I definitely had to have that type. She did, she delivered them all to me. Love it. Good Luck with the rest of the Garden Design.

[@helenlawes7649]

I think a sun dial will look great in the centre.

[@swilliam17]

The boxwoods are beautiful!! I love that they're 2×2. That's exactly the height I need In front of my house. Can I ask where you ordered yours from? Bc green velvets in SC they run around $40 each at Lowe's, Home Depot and even Walmart. Or is that the running price? I can't wait to see those raised beds this spring with bulbs! It's going to be gorgeous!! Thank you for all your inspiration!!

[@TheJrapha]

What is the name of the tree on your neighbour's side of the fence at 5:25 ? (Amazing borrowed autumn colours!)

[@princessryann2581]

Happy Halloween 🎃 cant wait to see what costumes Benjamin and Samantha !!!

[@gingerB3]

I've heard you say several times that the Green Velvet boxwoods only grow 2x2 feet. I bought one this year and the tag says 2 to 4 feet tall and wide. And everywhere I look online it says that same thing. Are you sure they only grow 2 x 2 feet?

[@olive-grey-green]

Do you get a discount at the garden center? 😋

[@williamwarren9448]

ROSES ROSES ROSES - when you stop with the boxwoods - the HARTLEY should have English roses - glenda

[@tinam9844]

Wow, what a beautiful statement. It is absolutely stunning! YES, 36in long augers are the way to go, and you just got to love the Dewalt cement mixer drill. With these tools I plant 1000s of bulbs every year! The work, as Laura says "is worth the reward"😉

[@Peoniesandpinks]

This is the moment we have all been waiting for! It’s beautiful

[@pattikulesza6203]

Just great teamwork with the boys loading up the bags! We need to see your dad more often…👋

[@opalmullis6433]

I like how this area is looking. Have you considered placing a set of the four seasons statues in the 4 raised beds?

[@kierstin1989]

Did I see leopard print lining Samantha's adorable coat? So cute!!

[@robertparker8669]

Love little Samantha walking the brick border!❤

[@marianhintz9981]

Oh Laura beautiful!! This brought tears to my eyes!! You have waited a long time for this day and am so excited for you!! I too love formal garden and with the cottage garden near by it will be perfect in my eyes!!

[@hollyharrison5165]

They're going to be so pretty! Imagine when it's all filled in and it's like an adult maze! It'll be so peaceful! QUESTION! I have some boxwoods the same size as the mini ones you've got. When will be the first time you trim them? Will it be this next season or will you allow them time to root in and develop some size first? Thank you & awesome job!

[@susancanning1760]

I think so many of us live our ultimate garden life vicariously through you two! I too am excited to finally see your Hartley come to life ....love it❤

[@shirleyvastine9328]

I'm confused. Looking on the sight for these shrubs, it says they get 3-4 feet tall and wide. I'm in zone 6 also.

[@kathyslepecki2200]

Structure planting is my favorite type to watch, I really watch all your videos but this is my favorite. I just don't get tried of watching you plant trees and borders. The area is beautiful.

[@brianandtamiolson2330]

My vote are hydrangeas in the middle of the boxwoods🙏🏻you would still have room for one more planting around them. I never thought about planting boxwood hedges but after the years of GA, I’m hooked on boxwoods. Thank you for sharing this journey.

[@karencassar5340]

How exciting 🤗 believe me when I say that I could spend all day looking at this new beautiful area too 😊

[@jtalias]

I’m having trouble understanding why you would want to plant hundreds of a plant that you know is prone to spider mites, when you said there are things like willow trees that you won’t plant one of because of borers. Please don’t take this as criticism, I’m just trying to understand the logic.

[@Melanietucker]

What a time to celebrate, Laura! You have been waiting for this moment to plant the boxwoods for so long. The mess is turning into beauty :)

[@leannewilson8288]

Absolutely Gorgeous!! Have you used clam shells to break hard soil ? We have hardpan that makes some of our tress suffer and not be able to root In. We just applied clam shells around them after research suggested it works. We will see 😀

[@sandyk8321]

I love watching you and Aaron work together. My husband and I also love working in our garden spaces together when time allows us to. You are truly blessed that you get to work todo it every day…..and if I may add, Samantha Grace toddling on the brick border was ADORABLE! 🤗

[@marilyns7043]

Sharing your projects is such a gift to watch! I love how you talk through your thought process as you plant and design your beds. I learn so much watching you and we’re all in there celebrating your beautiful spaces with you. And many of us are creating our own magical garden spaces because of your inspiration! You are a gift to the world! Thank you Laura and Aaron!

[@sallywoods7131]

Everything looks fantastic! Your enthusiasm is contagious 👍 Would it be possible to show in the 2nd part of the boxwoods planting how you cut away the can and how much of the root ball you may trim away? I’m always learning from the details you share. Thank you for all you share with us.

[@denisegordon06]

Nice to see you guys "Sprucing" up the place!

[@kristinnorgaard6218]

When you come across old pipes do you pull them out to lesson confussion

[@GardenObsessions]

Hello! Y’all did such an awesome job! The boxwoods alone are just so perfect but we are definitely looking forward to seeing the whole area transform. Have a great day! 💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@lindalinenfelser1531]

I would suggest that you consider adding a wind sculpture somewhere in your garden. Check out kinetic works of Lyman Whitaker. I enjoy watching these beautiful art pieces in my garden. Love your beautiful home.

[@brendadoherty3060]

Congratulations on your beautiful garden.

[@eroswv]

It is amazing to see how those large evergreens get put in the ground. Thank God you do not have to hand dig the holes! The boxwoods around the Hartley are like icing on an already beautiful cake.

[@karencrane6325]

Just beautiful! The layout around the Hartley is perfect and it will be fun to watch it all mature. Stellar job Aaron and Laura!

[@joannecraft-lane8660]

What a fun video to watch. I can imagine the beautiful winter interest that you'll enjoy this year. And seeing Samantha Grace toddle on the bricks was so cute as well!

[@Patrice314]

An unground pond would be great in the circle.

[@kerriealaska___8382]

🎉YES! - a flagstone walkway rather than a pallet walkway around the chicken coop! Also, black metal benches around the Hartley rather than wood! Use the more casual wood benches and pallet walkways in the South Garden. (A pallet walkway in the maze garden would be perfect!)

[@joemcdaniel6341]

Like the idea of the pallet walkway in the maze.

[@pollytiks3885]

Watching the first tree being planted, with the autumn leaves 🍂around, the fog and the Hartley in the background was just magical!! Everything is coming together beautifully!! 🌲 ❤️🧡💛💚🤎

[@CCGG1919]

Some David Austin English roses would look stunning inside the formal garden beds

[@catgal1102]

Everything looks just spectacular, Laura! The addition of the boxwoods is everything. And those trees!! You are creating a heavenly spot here on earth and I’m so glad we all get to enjoy it with you virtually. Thanks for all your wonderful videos. Aaron, are you the one who chooses the music for them? They’re absolutely perfect!

[@kathyhorak1009]

So wonderful!! This really looks stupendous!! Thank you so much for taking us along for the adventure. I watch your videos everyday and get so much joy and inspiration from them. So, hello from LaVista Nebraska. I’m a labor and delivery nurse and love flowers and gardening but don’t have many skills 😢 But by watching your videos I’m learning so much and I’m getting better all the time ❤

[@kellyfriess5217]

Those tree planting machines are so cool!

[@rpontex]

Looks lovely! You should put a sun dial at the entrance of the Hartley, they are beautiful and it will be so fun, intriguing and educational for the kids! Congratulations, it looks amazing!

[@lisacapriglione4920]

We had those boxwoods, and they grew to over 4ft. We took them out because too large for what we were going for. I've learned after 30 years of gardening that most times shrubs always grow larger then the tag says, at least for me anyway. Good luck with them.

[@mochitwa]

I always want to plant cottage gardens, but something about the formal simple look is so peaceful! I love how it's coming together! Perfect 🥰

[@GordonHill-wm8ub]

Love ALL of your videos. I'm in a suburb of Houston, Zone 9B and we have been obliterated with boxwood blight. I have replaced over 200 that formed a hedge bordering my formal gardens and am still replacing weekly as more die. Hope the blight doesn't make it to your area. I have ripped them out and replanted for the new stock (diseased from the nursery) to still die. I'm forced to consider dwarf yaupon holly as a substitute, but as we all know...there is nothing that is as beautiful as a formal boxwood hedge border as you are planting here. Good luck! Any advice is appreciated.

[@FLlife]

So happy for you! Yes to flagstone at the coop

[@krisleonard1428]

Fabulous! It is going to be just gorgeous!