15 Things Food Gardeners Should ALWAYS Do!

In this video, I give you 15 top things or tips that food and vegetable gardeners should always do to grow great crops of vegetables and fruit.
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Self Sufficient Me is based on our small 3-acre property/homestead in SE Queensland Australia about 45kms north of Brisbane - the climate is subtropical (similar to Florida). I started Self Sufficient Me in 2011 as a blog website project where I document and write about backyard food growing, self-sufficiency, and urban farming in general. I love sharing my foodie and DIY adventures online so come along with me and let's get into it! Cheers, Mark :) #garden #gardening #homesteading

[@Selfsufficientme]

G'day Everyone, I wanted to get this video out earlier but unfortunately, my video camera broke (5k down the drain unless I can fix it) so I had to film on my phone in 10-minute segments as it kept overheating LOL... Anyway, I still had fun filming so I hope you enjoyed the video. Get into it! BTW, if you are interested in checking out the fertiliser mentioned in the video from Plant Doctor: Go to www.plantdoctor.com.au and if you decide to purchase use SSM20 = "One-time" use code offering 20% off products (not shipping). Next time you shop use SSM10 = 10% off products (not shipping). I receive a small commission on sales. Cheers, Mark

[@wilsoncrystal9661]

Does dry chicken manure work too? Like from a bag? (Asking for a friend) hahaha

[@TheCowEmporium]

This is a great video for many grow zones including ours in zone 3.

[@GR8SALAD]

Oh dear! What kind of camera is it? Did it just give up? :(

[@MetalGearGarrett]

How do you scorpion-proof your compost? It was a breeding ground for Bark Scorpions🦂, and had to stop composting :(

[@ayvazofskan4342]

Ouch, really hope you can fix that camera. That's a steep pricetag

[@hanscakestealer8546]

Best gardener on the internet who is also Russel Crowe

[@RichardAStonemasonNOTfreemason]

hehe.. great comment. Only difference between Mark and Russel is that Russel starred in 'Gladiator' and Mark starred in 'Gladioli'..

[@WorldFlaneur]

The difference being that Mark is charming and has a sense of humour.

[@bravowhiskey4684]

Mark is what Russell Crowe could have been, if he wasn’t a batshit crazy anger addict.

[@vikingcultivator2495]

I knew RC has anger management issues, but do you really need 2 call him "batshit crazy"? (It's not THAT bad, right?)

[@KrissFighta2]

Mark is definitely mulsh more sympathetic.

[@pattycrabby9749]

It comforts my soul that a backyard gardener like Mark can get over 1mil subs. The world needs more food gardens

[@cashmenford6737]

Reading this a year later and he's up to over 2 million! What an amazing teacher and personality!

[@turnityp886]

be quiet

[@BestBirth]

Here are a few more: Keep records Plant flowers to attract pollinators Protect yourself from the sun

[@krisztinab.4958]

Grow Nettles, Comfrey, etc, keep banana peels & make your own fertilizer. It's very easy.

[@maryjane-vx4dd]

@@krisztinab.4958 I just noticed a stinging nettle in my raspberries. The flower is beautiful. I will cut them off after work tomarrow as I don't want 1 more weed trying to take them over. I will also Google how to cook it. I hear they're quite nutritious

[@krisztinab.4958]

@@maryjane-vx4dd Fantastic! Yes, it's very easy to make the nettle "tea" (=fertilizer liquid) from it. Have fun with experimenting :)

[@flywire76]

Hi Mark, I was watching while turning a tonne of parsley into bagnetto verde. And it made me think of two other things gardeners should do: preserve and share with friends and loved ones.

[@Selfsufficientme]

Very important "preserving and sharing" TOP TIPS thank you for sharing :)

[@grannydems5044]

Yes!! Sharing is caring. I love giving away home growns to neighbours and friends; they always say:"did you grow this?! Hmmmm yum " 😁✌️☮️💗

[@jordancave6987]

These dad jokes are on point Mark!

[@RichardAStonemasonNOTfreemason]

hehe.. The jokes are so old now they're great grandad jokes..

[@joshuabessire9169]

Telling dad jokes and being able to play with legos again are some of my favorite perks of being a dad.

[@VideoconferencingUSA]

There should be a warning for the Dad jokes! :)

[@RichardAStonemasonNOTfreemason]

@@VideoconferencingUSA i agree Brian, although, as a viewer of a number of years, it's readily known and accepted that there will be at least one 'dad joke' per video. Perhaps a *WARNING NOTICE* at the beginning of each video incorporated into the opening credits will prepare new viewers for a comedic trip down memory lane.

[@zaria5785]

Nah, I like to be surprised. Mulshy mulshy mulshy mulshy mulshy. 😂

[@southofthesticks]

Mark, you're such a Champ ! Now, let's get Mulsshing. 😁🙃🌱💚

[@Selfsufficientme]

LOL...

[@gidgetc6315]

My favorite part!!! Mulshy mulshy mulshy!!

[@papajohn5081]

I didn't know where my life was going until I found Mark along time ago. He helped me to proceed with gardening and not to give up.

[@TheFrugalScotsman]

#16: ALWAYS watch Mark, from Self Sufficient Me. Let's get into it!

[@MandyOnderwater]

You look even more comfortable and confident in front of the camera now since the livestreams! :D

[@soapsoilandsunshine3241]

I was thinking the same thing Mandy. So happy for Mark, it's been a hard slog for him to get this far, especially early on. Good on him.

[@Selfsufficientme]

I think it does help Mandy thanks! Going live is quite a jump into the scary world of "anything can happen" which can make it thrillingly fun and terrifying at the same time. Thanks for your moderation help you've been awesome! :)

[@MandyOnderwater]

@@Selfsufficientme thank you very much Mark! And thank you for giving us the content you've been giving us. You're doing great

[@DaNortWoods]

The amount of the driest humor in these videos kills me😂😂 great info! Had no idea you could grow bean onto corn!!

[@donteven5712]

We grew field peas in the same way Bc my dad liked bush beans and not vine. I would be worried about one chocking out the other though.

[@MikkiInWaiting]

You have become my favorite gardener! I learn so much you. But, unlike other gardeners I watch, I don’t watch you only for your lessons. I watch once and take notes. Then I watch again simply to enjoy your energy and antics. Thank you so much for being really just quite lovely!!!

[@valhallaproject9560]

Perhaps not really #16, but I would suggest adding "harvest in a timely manner" to the list. Many gardeners I know (and I've been guilty also!) will get distracted or lazy and leave veg on the plant far too long thereby encouraging pests and missing out on the very reward they have been working to achieve. Great video.

[@honestluke6195]

Bloody hell, your sense of humour gets me every time. Many laughs and smiles.

[@Selfsufficientme]

LOL... Glad you liked it Luke, cheers mate :)

[@18Bees]

The good old volunteer tomatoes. I get a lot of volunteers from my compost. Love it!

[@cloverhighfive]

My dad got a bunch of cute mini squashes!!! Like they sell for decoration!

[@jeffengel2607]

I like watching the volunteers and wondering what the heck they ARE and how they got there. We had a ninja squash pop up last year. Wifey was hesitant to eat it.

[@amberfrommichigan4444]

My recommendation for people is dont get discouraged and never give up! Enjoy gardening!

[@MorningStarChrist]

Man, you may not be viral; but the people your content, they get value.

[@melissanoonan3301]

And always a giggle or a smile :)

[@glg3945]

Great DAD jokes throughout!!🤣 Good tips 👍. Love your channel ❤. Another tip: CLEAN YOUR GARDEN TOOLS OFTEN AND MAKE SURE THEY ARE DRY, AND OILED IF NEEDED. Peace and good fortune and good health to you and your family. 👍

[@Selfsufficientme]

Top TIP about cleaning and oiling garden tools - I am so guilty of not doing this... oops... All the best to you and yours also! Thanks :)

[@scififan698]

And use a copper shovel. So much easier and better for your soil.

[@nancyfahey7518]

And sharpen too. I never knew to sharpen the shovel but it's amazing digging thru roots.

[@adamhackbarth1772]

Favorite gardening KZbinr by far

[@littlesquirrel5007]

I love Brussel sprouts!!! Seriously, one of my favorite. Mulching is the key to success in my garden. And over time has completely changed my soil onto a beautiful black, soft, rich, Light soil. Also.....one of my tips is to be a little "lazy", and not clean up my old plants right away..... I have found there are many plants that I no longer have to plant....they self seed and just pretty much replant themselves year after year after year. I can move them. Keep them where their growing and give them away. Plus, the plants that reseed themselves ARE more suited to my yard. For example they are more suited to the microclimate in my yard and they come back even though they're not supposed to. I've also developed my own tomato variety by continuing to grow The Offspring of a hybrid that was planted many many years ago. It is one of our favorite tomatoes

[@nancyfahey7518]

You should name it and patent it.

[@arthuurwong49]

Shannon tomato?😊

[@jdxcakes8332]

I just want to pop in and say our family just live for your content. I’m an avid gardener and consume lots of gardening content but my family have rolled their eyes at times. We love watching your stuff together and having a good laugh at your one liners. It’s also invaluable to me to have information that applies to Australian subtropical climate as we are in far northern nsw. So Thankyou!!

[@SimonHaestoe]

*poop

[@Danny-ez7dg]

This channel is fantastic, has a perfect amount of knowledge and humour

[@Penz0id]

Great editing throughout the whole video! You put a lot of effort and vision into making it pleasing to watch 👍🏻

[@Selfsufficientme]

Thanks Kenneth! To be honest, I wish the video quality could have been better but there's only so much you can do with a phone (even in 4k). Still, I'm glad you enjoyed it regardless. Cheers :)

[@LadyVoldemort]

The endless puns made me burst out laughing and sprayed some noodles on my screen... 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@benitaedge201]

I think finding joy in gardening goes a long way!!! Years ago I didn't enjoy growing our garden and it just felt like another burden. Now, I find refuge in the garden. I leave my phone and the load of my work day out of it. Such a great way to calm down and just what God has given us and thankful to be able to use our little piece of land to a better benefit. Great video!

[@icouldjustscream]

3:49 Just coming out of 6 months of "no choice". ♥ from Atlantic Canada!

[@thecainer64]

Mark, I love your channel! I am watching from Maine in the USA. I have been disabled for 17 years now, and have started to garden over the last few years. What a blessing it is to get out and do something. It's a great thing. I often over do it, but that's ok as it is good to push yourself. Thanks for the advice.

[@tamaracoba]

Love his Dad jokes. Such an typical Aussie bloke.

[@bethetruth6428]

LOOK AND SEE THE EARTH . . , THROUGH HER' EYES ! Beautiful Mark....

[@MDRstudi0s]

ayyy Mark!!! #6 you mentioned the three sisters!! they have a huge cultural significance for the indigenous peoples of America.

[@Selfsufficientme]

Ahh yes, thanks for the reminder! I did know that (the three sisters) and it would have been interesting for people if I had mentioned it in the video. All the best :)

[@vickyaldridge6778]

I'm a brand new gardener in her later years who has just become owner of a very large, neglected garden and I have no clue what I am doing. Your videos are so logical, practical and fun that I can actually start to see how your suggestions will work for me. Thank you!

[@marisacastledejoncaire6674]

I agree. I have only just started growing my own food and Mark is a lifesaver. Witty, encouraging, jovial. Thank you for all you do!

[@sharonhalk8679]

I love watching your videos & my favorite part of this one is when you said “mulshing” one extra time! You have a great personality, sense of humor and I’m learning a lot about gardening.

[@fourcatsandagarden]

ngl I' don't think I've ever seen a worm move that fast in my life haha

[@asdfghjkl900321]

He was just a camera shy worm.

[@kylierowe7716]

Always check when the livestock was last wormed before putting manure on the garden. Love your videos, great watching 💚💚💚

[@lisapridgen]

Most gardeners are very generous in sharing their harvest with others that don't have the opportunity or space to grow their own fruit and veg. Share with local food banks and shelters. I love all of your videos even though Australia is on the other side of the world, plus you're pretty funny.

[@Selfsufficientme]

Top TIP Lisa "sharing produce" thank you and all the best :)

[@suesimpson4208]

72 years ! So i do small garden’ in N. Carolina California! We have to buy dirt ‘ I make my compost plants doing good ‘ just cramped ‘ small back yard’ enjoy watching you in your beautiful backyard and garden . Thank you for your show’ Sue Jenkins Simpson🦉

[@77cheesesteaks]

Ok, the dedication to count to 15, Mark took his boot and sock off. Legitness to the max, hats off to you Mark! :)

[@paullukis3315]

How do you look 20 years older in your flash backs? Good on you!

[@Selfsufficientme]

You are way too kind Paul but flattery will get you EVERYWHERE mate (with me) lol... Cheers :)

[@paullukis3315]

@@Selfsufficientme Thanks Mark. An Idea for you: I killed 5+ cucumbers last week by not hardening them (I thought they were hardy enough to take full sun & exposure). Maybe a video about when it is the right time to take plant out of a nursery could be good. Also, thanks for the home steading video... And I mean that as a real thanks and also a negative "thanks" because now I am in deep talks with the wife about a new home. All the best!

[@uzi9587]

Watching your stuff has thougt me so much about appreciating nature more and more and self sustainability has felt more than just a “nice thing” the difference in taste and the rewarding feeling from plucking even one tomato from our garden makes me feel happier than ive ever been. Thank you so much Mark

[@amandar7719]

My chickens were in UK Avian Flu lockdown this winter. I put them in the greenhouse, on woodchips to make compost. As an experimental “treat” because they weren’t allowed out, I gave them one of my homegrown, home fermented cherry tomatoes every day to perhaps help with their digestive system. Well!!! They laid deep orange yolked eggs all through winter AND blow me down, the fermented tomato seeds survived fermentation AND the chickens’ digestive system and are sprouting everywhere! Blessed.

[@gabuska]

One tip from my friend: fill a bucket with chicken manure and water, stir it and let it sit for 2 weeks and use it to fertilize your plants.

[@oakleyjack7600]

Thank you very “Mush” !👍🌞🎩

[@dianetucker2711]

LOL!!!🤗🥰

[@RichardAStonemasonNOTfreemason]

hehe... classic :~}

[@lola8590]

Hahahahaha!!!

[@ragnarmjolnir9654]

My mom said mulsh too. She was from South Dakota and lived in Texas for 60+ yrs. Drove me nuts. 👍😂🤣

[@Selfsufficientme]

See! I'm not the only one then! LOL... Cheers :)

[@tauniafemrite2963]

I'll so grateful that you have taken the time to teach all these things to ppl like me that didn't know anything!! And your humor cracks me up!!! And you can pronounce words any way you want!!

[@tomallison4103]

You forgot the most important: EAT and ENJOY! Love your channel!

[@lisafeck1537]

Whether filling your new raised beds, or spreading seeds, you look as if you are conducting a symphony. Gardening is an art, ot takes practice, and it is immensely enjoyable, and fulfilling, plus a great way to gain or maintain physical and mental health. Thank you Mark for all of your encouragement, inspiration, and entertainment. You seem like a good guy, I wish and pray for you and your family to be well and very successful in your work. From Crewe Virginia, not far from the Atlantic coast.

[@moviemavenmommy]

your videos got me through 2020 and starting my own veggie garden. I canned so many pickles last year I'm still sharing as we come into new season! Thanks for sharing your experience and passion.

[@cornetingen7733]

Honestly i dont know what i like more, the gardening tips, the damn jokes, or the accent. Love your videos man

[@davecalf9155]

I’m not sure how many months it’s been since I said “I love this man.” But I love this man.

[@oliverb5726]

New video from Mark! Quick, let’s get into it!

[@quietreason9667]

Thanks to you Mark, beginning a home garden with the aid of my father, who gets your jokes more than I do.... You're awesome mate, a great resource of knowledge. Kudos. You're helping people like me who don't know a lettuce from a nettle. Good job mate, much appreciated 👍

[@patirvin-bz9pg]

Lovely person, teriffic, practical advice. I hope younger people find this great resource. Each video is good to watch multiple times. You learn something new each time.

[@chickasawmike1319]

The only thing I can think to add is, don't give up. We all have bad things happen in our gardens so think of it as a learning experience.

[@coronastern]

I just got my balcony veggy garden to grow. I already planted: Salads, peas, garlic, Strawberrys, tomatos (3 different varietys), Chili (or bell pepper, I have no Idea which of the two came out XD) and some squash, leek and zucchini! I used storeboard compost soil, and have liquid fertelizer from nettel on hand. The last thing is btw. an old gardeners trick here in europe. Done for centurys! I sorry for my spelling, but I hope you all understand me :D Cant wait for my first harvest around august! I just remembered: If you want to do some nettle fertelizer, cut the plant down, break it up a little and then drown it in water for around 6 weeks. It might smell not very nice, but your plants will love you for it and it also helps them be stronger in the fight against pests.

[@Selfsufficientme]

I have heard about nettle fertiliser - great tip! I guess it's similar to compost tea but also gives natural pest control qualities. All the best with your balcony garden! Cheers :)

[@scififan698]

Absolutely! You have to dilute it at least tenfold, otherwise it's too strong. It stinks like hell, but the plants just love a soft tea of this stuff.

[@ihopeugrow]

My goal this season as a 2nd year gardener is to learn how to be patient when it comes to harvesting. I need to learn to wait til the veggies and fruits mature and ripen and not let my overexcited emotions control my snips and baskets.

[@charlesroberts6490]

Sometimes I’ll harvest tomatoes ahead of time if the animals start eating them . This year I got some solar powered pest repellers of of eBay they are supposed to repel all types of mammals . I turned one on in the house when I first got them and my little dog didn’t know which way to run plus they are rain and weather proof

[@pineappleparty1624]

@@charlesroberts6490 Probably a bad idea if it makes really loud noise for animals, such as your pets.

[@scififan698]

@@charlesroberts6490 these don't work very well, afaik. We're going for more natural remedies, this year, like attracting ladybugs and other hunters.

[@dianepettis8438]

Sit in your garden and look, listen and enjoy it very mulsh 🌺

[@michaelgraham768]

Growing the soil is SUPER important, those beneficial fungi and bacteria not only aid your plants in getting nutrients but they also protect them from diseases, just like having good gut bacteria helps prevent you from getting sick, not fool proof but it really helps a lot!

[@WingsDippedInBlood]

Had a dead patch of dirt beside the house I just bought. Been following your tips on burying compost and creating a compost pile (we have a giant oak tree that's 300 years old...he likes to help LOL) and I planted Tomatoes this year. Fingers crossed, I think this is going to work! There's lots of worms and the soil is soooo much better! Thanks for the tips!!!

[@jenniferdavidek677]

"Grow Back Better" 😖 I see the humor, I also twitched alittle hearing it! lol

[@Christinemarxart]

Lol! I cringed a lot!

[@PRDreams]

I liked it.

[@nicolew8321]

Isn’t any more cringe than the last four years so I think you’ll live.

[@jenniferdavidek677]

@@nicolew8321 I know I'll live... well, atleast I have a 99% chance of it anyway. Loved the video it's self, as always wasnt referring to his content. Noone said anything about a President or administration, stop assuming you know someone's intent from a simple comment. I'll get back t watching awesome gardening videos, K thanks.

[@Christinemarxart]

I didn’t say I wouldn’t live, Nicole. Lol. Thanks for your thoughts though. (Eye roll)

[@GimmeShelterNM]

You an inspiration to us all. Your positive attitude, enthusiasm, experimental curiosity and hard work, and not the least of which; NEVER SKIP LEG DAY

[@Phil-nw1cc]

I've just recently started watching your videos I'd say within the last few weeks and I actually like how you say "mulch"! I'm addicted to watching you... think I'm actually starting to lose sleep. You're great! Keep up the awesome gardening. I'm learning HEAPS from you!

[@lilyxciv5637]

I would add pruning to your list! I was listening to this while getting ready for work, so maybe you said that and I missed it. But for me, learning how to prune each different kind of plant has been useful in preventing an early onset in diseases and pests. By the way, thanks for the reminder to get on the pests early! I’ll be picking up a continuos sprayer on my way home from work today so I can start the neem oil I used on last year’s garden!

[@Selfsufficientme]

Yes "pruning" is another good one! Thank you :)

[@jacquelinebaxter6420]

Is neem oil natural?

[@mortenhansen2652]

Kind of goes with the companion plants but grow some wildflowers nearby. It will attract both pollinators and bugs that prey on pests. Keeps your working hours down and gives nature a helping hand in a fragmented and/or urbanized world. What's not to like?

[@sherryberry2394]

You were in such a silly mood doing this video! We adore you, Mark!

[@X33-]

All food gardeners should watch your channel! 😁

[@MrFugean]

On the U.S. East coast, Just planted out my tomatoes, peppers, and egg plant. made sure to mulsh mulsh mulsh them too lol

[@cathyhanley8658]

Do you know Andrew Farkas?

[@rohantyagi4974]

Conclusion: have earth worms in your garden 😂

[@shannynwiggins8407]

You make me smile Mark. I love the way you present your videos with your humour. Thank you. Much appreciated.

[@rubyxfinity8634]

I LOVE "Mulsh!" You are truly an inpsiration and a hero!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Oh man, the 10 minute phone overheating issue is real....no question. Even here in Canada if its in the sun, I routinely have to put the phone in the freezer every 10-15 minutes!

[@Selfsufficientme]

Annoying hey! Cheers :)

[@technoraptor7778]

I just got a new phone when I had that problem..nobody could fix it

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@diann9159 has ha nice!

[@moondaiandtrashpandadeluxe]

I put my phone on an ice pack in a cooler when im outside listening to music

[@SnailHatan]

@@Krishna-Govender that’s absurd. Just set it in the shade and get cheap bluetooth headphones.

[@Crispedkillah]

55 Corn farmers disliked the video SHAME on you for buying up all the land and overcharging for non nutrient having CRAP! Much love Mark

[@TSBoncompte]

Man, every once in a while dadjokes from garden man are what I need.

[@kascension]

I love all the sounds of nature all around your backyard.

[@pineappleparty1624]

It sometimes sounds like a dinosaur movie.

[@kascension]

It does, doesn't it? Lol

[@Little_Robinson_FunnyFarm]

I enjoy these videos so much. This year we have really worked to apply some of the principles you teach

[@Selfsufficientme]

Thanks William! All the best with you garden this season :)

[@lindajean780]

All Food Gardners should speak as they please! I know exactly what you are saying! I love your channel ! Very informative! Thank you🌄👍🏾🕊💘🌻🕊

[@Katbee7944]

#16 take time to wander around and enjoy the garden every morning!

[@tomdeschesne9391]

Share! Extra vegs, knowledge, or time... even if it is just a patio pot of an elder who cant get out. 😇😇😇

[@grahamdampier]

I enjoy your videos so much. I always learn more about gardening. Whether its pronounced "mulch"or "mulsh" doesn't matter much when you know what you are talking about.

[@knivesron]

i love the down to earth cheesy aussie bloke attitude. now that im growing some stuff im going to be watching more of this.

[@chris432t6]

SSM was one of my first subscriptions many years ago and is still a favorite, and imo is one of the best on YT. Thank you always Mark!

[@leftyrighty7682]

Always a G’day when you post new videos, much love from Houston, Texas🤘🏽

[@k-link2353]

Toowoomba loves you Mark, also we love the vids. Your like a father I never had

[@Selfsufficientme]

I love Toowoomba! Thank you and all the best :)

[@cantsay]

Every food harvester should know how to store their crops. 👍

[@outie555two]

I was sceptical at first, but after giving this video a thumbs up, my vegetables all got bigger and ready to harvest.

[@burritosamigos4548]

Hi

[@masonlee89]

I love how you throw in pics of my frozen tundra climate lol

[@jeffengel2607]

Living in upstate New York, I twitch in envy of Australian and southern U.S. gardeners on KZbin.

[@patriciangomane2260]

So many dad jokes - I love this guy. 😁

[@mamasaidno1749]

Number 16--Watch Self Sufficient Me every time he posts!

[@dreamstaywithyou]

Just discovered this channel and it's inspired me to get back into the garden! Thanks Self Sufficient Me you're awesome!

[@trishthehomesteader9873]

Thanks Mark! 💜🇺🇸 Your videos often hit here at night not long before I'm hitting sack. Your sense of humor sends me off with a light heart.🙂 In my climate, I've started growing a cover crop of alfalfa to over winter. This spring, I cut it down to the ground, fed some to the chicks and composted the rest. The other bed, I put a heavy layer of compost. We'll see which does better this year.😉 Love and hugs from Idaho! 🤗🇺🇸

[@clarkbuck2120]

Hi🌹

[@Selfsufficientme]

G'day Trish! Alfalfa as a cover crop serving two purposes is a top TIP! All the best for the coming season, cheers :)

[@roryschmidt7564]

Love the mulshing jokes, those little jokes make your videos the best

[@matsasveker]

The garden needs love, all (you) need is love. Thanks for entertaining, educational and inspiring videos. God bless you

[@antdeegaming]

Also add in there, “Don’t over prune.” I made that mistake on my tomatoes

[@lindahowlett6495]

Gosh I love you Mark, your humorous and fun delivery of great information on gardening tips are a joy to watch and really helpful to put the tips into practice in my garden. Keep them coming 😁👍

[@Selfsufficientme]

Thank you Linda! I'm glad you enjoyed the video I had a ton of fun making it :)

[@porkrindrob]

Russell, we love the channel and your movies. “Are you not entertained?!” Your KZbin followers sure are

[@thishappycrafter272]

A ‘like’ just for the hopping out of the frame in the introduction! 🤣

[@Lermer07]

I like to think that Mark is some insanely long winded method acting by Russell Crowe

[@meaghancurtis3582]

Out of all the you tube gardeners you're my favorite.. you are too cool and happy, i love it... keep smiling man!

[@lisareynolds3031]

Whomever had a problem with you saying mulch is not a nice person and is too critical, You keep on doing what you do and am proud of how you handled that, lol

[@jmaczuga]

Do you really have lorry parrots flying wild on your property? I am so jealous.

[@Selfsufficientme]

Yes we have several types of parrot species that visit our property they are all beautiful but sometimes the cockatoos eat too many pecans! Cheers :)

[@ihopeugrow]

I’ll most probably grow tons of pecans just to get cockatoos in my garden 🪴

[@QuestionThingsUseLogic]

@@ihopeugrow we're trying to work out how to deter the rotten cockies which destroy the growth on our fruit trees, tagasaste trees and break off the flower stems of my irises and day lillies and they decimate other plants...they have literally killed a number of plants. They stunt the growth of our gum trees too...don't love them very much at all.