Pollinator Friendly Planting

[@JimPutnam]

I meant to show my pollinator host plants as well. I have parsley, butterfly weed, and fennel in the ground. More to come. Thanks for watching.

[@olsonlr]

Don't forget to plant pipe vine. It runs some but the butterflies are worth it. Maybe out back by your new fence.

[@verawallace9055]

You're doing a great Job, love the blue and white Salvia, it will be a show stopper, and the extra blue plant in this area is a added bonus

[@jennyatkinson8165]

Is there a certain kind of fennel and parsley that you plant? I get swallowtails in my garden. I would love to give them a host plant.

[@marisaportera455]

Will you do an episode on swamp milkweed and how to grow from seed and plant in landscape?

[@keihemminger8012]

I love how you just toss them on the ground!

[@meredith3588]

I like that you put plants on the other side of the fence, that's a gardener of a different caliber who doesn't see the boundaries of their yard but wants to spread the beauty beyond. Like Johnny Appleseed!

[@mamabates3503]

I love how you strategically placed rocks for your hose! So smart!

[@rdarrett3635]

I’ve been on the lookout for stones just for this purpose. I trample my plants with my hose.

[@ytubechannel997]

Thank you Jim for planting such unusual annuals. I get so tired of other gardening channels planting the same "branded" annuals over and over again. The gardens are looking great!

[@JimPutnam]

Thank you so much!!

[@nokesvillehaunt915]

Oh my word!!!!! Jim, your yard is just to die for. And the rocks are just an added touch. Just Wow! 🤩 Love seeing Holly hanging out with you and Griffin soon enough.

[@Suburbanoasis]

Would love to see all this new growth and the changes from your super drone!!

[@judygray7718]

Thank you so much for explaining “why” & “how” you are planting and arranging. I am learning so much.

[@MisisH]

Hi Mr. Putnam! My husband and I binge watch your videos all the time. We won your plant giveaway last year and we started a cottage style garden 🪴😄❤️

[@JimPutnam]

Oh nice. Thanks so much!

[@rebeccawoods4488]

I always learn a lot from your channel. Thank you I especially liked the idea of the stones positioned so the hose doesn’t damage the garden.

[@staceykeeling5842]

This is going to be just amazing this summer. I can just imagine the birds, butterflies, and other critters that will be attracted to this space.

[@jgg7377]

Looks gorgeous, I love all the different kinds of flowers and colors you are bringing in, not the same old things all the other you tubers use! The bright colors really shows up on screen! Thank you for feeding the hummingbirds too❣️🌺🌼🌸🌼🌹🌻🌷😍

[@janereel1903]

love seeing Holly relaxing in the garden. Griffin will get there some day.I use to love having my dogs with me while I gardened.

[@dawndavis649]

It looks beautiful! I can’t wait to see the growth in a few weeks.

[@Tofog22000]

I remember last year that Saucy Red Salvia was putting on a show, trying my best to get it this year, sold out in many places.

[@nicolegreenough961]

Holly needs a HortTube tshirt as the official mascot.

[@pennyduncan5980]

Thanks Jim for making cost a consideration when gardening and providing options for individuals with limited resources.

[@geenaw3809]

Everything in your garden is so relatable for the average homeowner! I also appreciate that you discuss budget gardening and your suggestions for what works for maximum color and pollinator-friendly.

[@JesusIsLoveTR]

Brilliant way to demonstrate how NOT to plant in straight lines and rows. I was making myself crazy trying not to plant in straight lines only to find my plantings in two rows in a checkered pattern. Lol 😩 I need to try to be a little more random on purpose. 😅 beautiful plugs btw! 🌱

[@alexandriamihalcik9202]

This just keeps getting better!

[@maggiecudic2744]

Love the idea of mixing rudbeckia with peony! Could do it with black eyed Susan as well. I am going to try when I divide my peonies next fall. Thanks!

[@maureenthomson9584]

Jim you work so hard and your garden is Amazing love it 🌸🌷🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇨🇦

[@sharonrickards3297]

Your garden is really filling in. Love the rocks. Here in southern DE we have to ship rocks in from PA. Nothing but sandy soil here.

[@JimPutnam]

Delaware is super interesting and dead flat

[@thepottedplanter1184]

Are you planning to do any videos on how you’re laying the stone pathways? I’d love to see your process because it’s an upcoming project on my list and any tips you can provide is appreciated.

[@JimPutnam]

Yes, it will all be filmed. Thanks for following along!!

[@debrabray8855]

Love the look of the stones 😍

[@squidsquiddly5970]

Love these plants! I have found that my garden is veering mostly into a pollinator friendly meadow type garden and honestly I love it. I get just as much Joy from watching the bees and butterflies as I do the flowers themselves. Great video as always! :D

[@nikkiholton6318]

I think seeding your own flowers is the key !! To save money.....Please do videos this next season on all of your seeding you do...annual....flowers etc for the garden next spring summer !! Not sure if you did that already. I just started watching recently

[@mimimd9652]

I don't know either! I reuse rotisserie chicken containers and peat pots but I never have luck once they get about an inch long.

[@keithpugh7538]

You can’t go wrong with Cigar plants for hummingbirds.

[@mikej70]

Yes don't have to clean them up either. Vermillion if mulched is perennial zone 7 at least. Very easy to grow too

[@keithpugh7538]

@@mikej70 yes Sir

[@Michellemybelle1996]

I love the rocks! I think I need some rocks…. Loving the progress- thanks for taking us along!

[@suzannebartow6390]

Love the addition of the conifer, Picea, such a great color to set off all the other plants

[@drcwesleyb]

Great ideas! Thanks. I'm just over the mountain in Tennessee, so your videos are always helpful for me

[@olsonlr]

The rocks really make it look classier

[@kristopherfante9646]

I love your videos! Maybe you can touch on pollinator host plants for viewers who really don’t understand. Flowers feed the adults but native plants support the next generation and are equally as important. I know you know that but many people think flowers are the only thing a garden needs. Thanks for sharing your yard with us!!! Everything is beautiful sir!

[@beckyc104]

It seems like yesterday you were outlining beds and making pathways. What an amazing job you've done on this property in such a short time.

[@JudyG53]

Looking great!! I will enjoy watching your videos to see the garden change as the plants mature. It will be beautiful.

[@robinmoore9031]

Hi Jim, what is the brand wagon you are using, I love it

[@jongregory5308]

Working in a nursery everyday one could easily just come home and relax. However, these videos have motivated me to work in my landscape about every evening.

[@nokesvillehaunt915]

If I worked at a nursery I would buy everything in sight. Check what check? I would work for plants. 😂

[@jongregory5308]

@@nokesvillehaunt915 after a while you run out of a selection. I go nursery touring for something different on my days off.🤣

[@ginafriend1690]

Looking great! Nice dog! 😊 thanks

[@jasminelouisefarrall]

Thank You Jim you have given me loads of ideas 🥰

[@sherryo.6600]

I love planting the way you do...not much thought. It really creates a natural looking drift and gives a peaceful sense to the gardens. 🥰 Love your progress this year. Thanks for the inspiration and insight of the different plants. 🙏 I'm using some of your info in my gardens this year. 💚🌸

[@topaz3468]

Thanks so much Jim! Budget friendly gardening is so important to me right now, as I continually experience sticker shock at the grocery store. 🌼

[@JimPutnam]

Everything is trending up unfortunately

[@trace9657]

I found purple vinca at our Farmer's Market in 2019, maybe 2018. I did great for me, but I have not found purple vinca since. I like white vinca as well, they are reliable annuals for filling blank spots, and they are very affordable

[@helenevans6132]

Hi jim new to chanel great to see " budget friendly" gardening.

[@pollinateordie6399]

Cuphea is hands down the best hummingbird plant I've found for my area (7a). I've tried a LOT of different things and nothing else even comes close. If I were further south there would of course be a lot more options to try. Right now I'm trying Flame Acanthus, although I've yet to get one to thrive enough to bloom.

[@Ohiogardengoddess]

Thanks for mentioning budget friendly plants. I'm sure many people appreciate this.

[@ChrisieCouncil]

Love your color and texture combinations. Those hibiscus are going to be gorgeous!

[@natemullen5868]

Could you do a video on attracting pollinators with NATIVE PLANTS PLEASE

[@shivaninautiyal6951]

Love ur bright warm flowers ❤️❤️

[@JimPutnam]

Thank you

[@kimfierek5474]

Garden’s looking great really enjoy the mix of annual plant.

[@heathturnbow3733]

Hard work... but man you must be loving life and enjoying what you’re doing. I wish I had more time and plants in my garden.

[@cpnotill9264]

Do it Heath one plant at a time! 🌱👍

[@DivyaVerma-fx6wt]

Love it .....its coming up beautifully.

[@christinachase5419]

Thank you so much for always mentioning gardening on a budget! I noticed the lime green climber in the background. Do you ever have problems with your climbers getting burned when the sun heats up the metal structure in deep Summertime? I'm in 7a in the Texas Panhandle. Thanks for the video. 😊

[@lovinglife8097]

Beautiful garden.. I don't know if I missed something.. but, I haven't seen you planting snapdragon..

[@xiomaramartinez3212]

More ideas!!

[@nickles4652]

It's looking so nice! Good work, and thanks for sharing! 🤩

[@southerncharmed4118]

If you could share any knowledge you have on the subject of sour mulch I would greatly appreciate it! I’ve never really heard anyone speak about it but a couple weeks ago I had 14 yards of hardwood mulch spread that was purchased from a very reputable company here in North Raleigh and within 24 hours my plants and shrubs looked like the leaves were burnt and dying. It completely devastated my garden. I’ve been gardening for over 20 years and love to collect unusual and rare plants over that time that may be dead and never return.

[@eddierondack]

Hey Jim, how do you cold stratify your echinacea, salvia, rudbeckia, etc.? Thanks!

[@asu5632]

Cuphea doesn’t handle frost well, correct?

[@trooper64]

HI Jim It appears that your back garden has considerable shade, at least this time of year. Some o the plants both annuals and perennials I thought needed more sun. Are you finding success with salvia and the like blooming in partial shade? My back beds have varying levels of sun/shade. I love saliva, but am afraid to plant. My nurseries are jammed with Blue Salvia...so tempting.

[@cordsen_L]

Nice blue conifer.

[@gardeninggrandma5247]

I love your planting trowel (the one with the red handle). Where did you find it? It seems easier to plant small annuals since it is narrow.

[@kaylac3367]

So funny! I'm just gonna slam'em in the ground! That view you showed with Holly is beautiful! What is the chartreuse colored grass like plant?

[@JimPutnam]

Everillo Carex

[@kaylac3367]

@@JimPutnam Thank you!🤗

[@kellywillis1347]

If I'm not mistaken I think I saw where you planted verbena bonariensis seeds? I'm waiting to see where that will go. I purchased a pack from johnnys seeds and have 72 to plant. I have a couple of ideas but I keep changing my mind. 😂

[@JimPutnam]

They will grow anywhere really. I have one behind that gold Carex. Keep in mind that they get powdery mildew if there are in to much shade

[@ritacasaverde]

Isn't vinca super invasive? We can't get rid of it in my garden, zone 9b(?)

[@marshabroms3457]

Looks amazing!

[@saraschoen9818]

Beautiful! Taking so much inspiration from this this year! Have you done Sahara rudbeckia before? It’s calling my name but I’ve read it’s better grown as an annual?

[@ndchick1]

I had a terrible experience with torenia last year! The rabbits chewed them down to the ground and they never came back. :-(

[@JimPutnam]

Unfortunately, almost all of these things except the salvias are vulnerable to rabbits

[@ndchick1]

@@JimPutnam Attention, Raleigh Rabbits! The salad bar is open for business at Jim's garden!

[@JimPutnam]

No doubt 😊

[@anitahadley2871]

That’s going to be a wonderful explosion of color! Do you think it’s too late in 7b to start any flowers from seed? I have some alyssum I forgot about and probably some others.

[@anniesimone7492]

Humans overthink 😂 Thank you for the gardening and living tips

[@jackiem888]

What is the big, dark purple shrub behind you at 6:18? It's gorgeous!

[@JimPutnam]

Probably the Carolina Midnight Loropetalum

[@jackiem888]

@@JimPutnam Thank you!

[@trudyh3696]

I've been admiring that shrub, Carolina Midnight Loropetalum, as well! I just purchased one at my local nursery here in Oregon, I will be so delighted if it does well here on the other side of the country. Fingers crossed 😊

[@Herberclash]

How you do it to keep your dogs out the garden 😬my German shepherd start digging the plants out right when I turn around

[@JimPutnam]

Luckily, mine don't bother them other than stepping on things

[@charlottestanfield1307]

Your garden is beautiful and thanks for great information and tips. Do you consider your plant choices since you have your pet.

[@JimPutnam]

I know a few things like oleander that I avoid, but no I think about it really. Holly has a couple that intrigue her, but otherwise she doesn't even see the plants

[@elsagrace3893]

Jim, you work your ass off. You must be a ball of muscle and fitter than a fiddle. I am surprised and happy to hear that the Victoria sages come back. I’m in zone 9 or 10 so surely they will. They looked too tender to me.

[@JimPutnam]

That one will be reliable for you. Probably need to cut it back a couple of time a season to keep it compact and blooming heavily

[@marylisageorge8739]

You can send me a Sahara. Mine did not germinate.

[@JimPutnam]

Oh no. Sorry to hear that

[@dorindajenkins7825]

👋😃

[@anjalidave3p]

BTY love the shirt. My son attends Elon