Setting up Plants to Grow TONS of Vegetables & EASY Compost System in Raised Bed or Container Garden

[@terrykunst3883]

Love this hands on video! Great way to show us how to make it work. Thank you!!!

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Thanks 😊

[@oscarherrera9049]

I like your content thank you

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

I appreciate that! Thank you!

[@lyndapierce2333]

Thank you Robbie,I love watching and learning from you,you are a great teacher and give me incentive to grow more.Many thanks,happy growing 👋🥰👋

[@ddblessed6375]

Robbie, I love your videos!

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Thank you so much 😊

[@vickiparrish3235]

This 72 year old SO enjoys your videos! I always have a smile and a laugh while watching you. You're like a Queen Bee--buzzin' all over the place, making snap decisions - that ALWAYS turns out great! When I was filling my totes, I caught myself saying, "Now, Robbie does it THIS way..." and I was breaking up sticks, tossing them into the bottom, and was repeating every step with, "And, Robbie adds this first..." I was finished before I even realized it! I'm up to 8 totes and my 6 stacked buckets. And I have pots in all of my totes too! THANK YOU for being you! You're like a breath of fresh air! Muchly needed in today's times.

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Oh wow thank you so much. Robbie also says do it your way too because you might have a way that’s a little better or works better for you. Happy gardening sounds wonderful what you’re doing 😊❤️💕

[@Moon..Shadow]

Hi Vicki, my tote garden sounds a lot like mine. If Robbie's garden can do so well, I'm hoping mine won't be a hot disaster like last years. Here's hoping us all success! She is so inspiring that I dare my plants to fail! LOL

[@vickiparrish3235]

@@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy Thank you so much! I know you always say do what works for us. And I realize that you're gardens are established from years of trying different methods until you found what works best for you/your area. BUT, if I can be 1/3rd as successful in my gardening, as you are, then I will be more than happy to do it like Robbie does!

[@vickiparrish3235]

@@Moon..Shadow -Isn't this fun?!? I agree! I dare my Okie garden to fail too. Ha Enjoy.

[@shawneenhammer4241]

Mulchley needed in these times for sure thanks for the sunshine have your smile and great tips ✌️❤️🦋🌱🌿🍃🍂🍁🥬🥒🥦🌽🧅🥕🌶️🍅🍠🍇🫐🫒🥝🍐🍏🍋🍓🍒🍎🍉🥭 I'm experimenting with some mango seeds and planting them three different ways one I'm just taking the whole mango and putting it in potting soil cuz I remember from one of your early videos that you have a beautiful mango tree that you eat mangoes off of that you said was thrown into the recycling bin but there it is a beautiful fruit bearing nourishing tree so bountiful 🥭✌️❤️🦋 I'm here in North Dakota zone 4A 🌱🦋🪱🐞🐝🪰

[@faithjackson8350]

Miss Robbie, thank you ❤️ I am learning so much.

[@MrSharonrochelle]

My first 24 totes arrived today. Thank you for inspiring me!

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Great! Thanks so much 😊

[@Katydidit]

She has given me so much inspiration regarding pots as well!! Happy gardening wishes to you!!

[@renel7303]

Wowie! A suggestion to consider. Depending on how good your follow through is and your energy level 😉 prep 4-6 of them, drill your holes etc, get them planted and placed then do the next group, continuing on until you are finished. As I age and various little health issues pop up my enthusiasm is greater than my energy level holds out for. If I do little bits at a time I actually get some completed rather than lots just half done. Have fun with your garden! 👩‍🌾

[@lilylangman5620]

You have been my inspiration to grow in pots!

[@sandyc4102]

Love u! Getting my chair garden ready!

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

How wonderful!!!! I am so excited for you, makes me feel great too, Thanks for letting me know!

[@journeywithnichole]

My spring tote garden is doing very well. Thank you for all your videos!! 1st time gardener & I planted 3 golden nugget squash seeds in a 3 gal container. Lol they all got flowers and big almost overnight. took 2 out and transplanted. Fingers crossed

[@rosannaburgess714]

Happy Resurrection Sunday Robbie and Gary, thank you for your garden help

[@Zbee167]

NICE!

[@helenjones6722]

Can I use your method for flowers

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Yes, sure

[@ruthjohnson1135]

Just spent time with my 82 year old father in law. He has always been a master of the garden. We watched your videos tonight and he really enjoyed the great information.

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Oh wow thank you so much. It really touches my heart ❤️

[@TexJudy]

Thank you for taking us along as you worked instead of just telling us what you did. I find it inspiring and gets my creative thoughts going as to what I want to do. Hope that makes sense.

[@louisedyer5307]

I enjoyed this.

[@vanessawilliams8305]

I just found your channel and love it I am headed to Walmart today to get some bins

[@eileenbartnick7202]

I like your new hat! I need a wide visor like that for shading my eyes!!

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

I like this hat because there is not rim on the back, easier to move around with, or without, LOL Thanks!

[@eileenbartnick7202]

That makes sense!! I'll have to look for one like it for myself!! Have a wonderful evening!!

[@lynettetucker544]

Thanks again for sharing Robbie 💚

[@astrumdeus7098]

Do you have any videos explaining your two system? Of so can you send a link??

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

I have many videos, here is one on the 2 system that works Great: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKfXi6CYm7uFmac

[@astrumdeus7098]

Thank you

[@veri.contrary]

i found your videos the other day and you completely inspired me to start my own compost bins for my garden this year!! i bought 4 navy blue totes and drilled holes last night, filled one up for now and it’s out on one of our raised beds right now! i love being able to make use of all our kitchen scraps and gone bad food because i HATE waste!! much love from alabama zone 7a :)

[@yohannyguerrero2654]

Qué hermoso todo lo qué siembras bendiciones

[@Patriot1459J]

What are Walking Onions??? Never heard of them 🤔 Thank You

[@jenniesmith7518]

I LOVE THE WAY YOU GARDEN , BUT COULD YOU PULL OFF THE UPC TAGS OR JUST THE TAGS ON THE TOTE

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

I sometimes leave tags on the totes so you can see exactly the size and what type it is, but I’ll get the UPC off the boxes take care thanks

[@jenniesmith7518]

@@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy YOU HAVE THE MOST INTERESTING SHOW I JUST LOVE ALL THE STUFF YOU SHOW PEOPLE TO DO .

[@eileenbartnick7202]

Hi!

[@bettynickelson779]

Do you.ever.pull.out plant replant

[@Mrstexasakm]

Thank you for your videos!!!!! Thank you for sharing! You inspire me so much and I just cherish you! I absolutely love to listen and watch your videos! If I cannot watch I listen and I cannot tell you how you motivate me and inspire me and help my own creativity come out! I started 5 totes and I planted some seeds in little yogurt containers and unfortunately here in Missouri we haven’t had much sun just a lot of rain and cold 🥶 and wind. Today we have some sun with the cold. I bought some little plants at the farmers market and now I don’t know what to do. I think I get so anxious about messing up and wasting. When I watch you I feel more confident and encouraged to try and do something. I’m working outside today to make some more totes and put my little plants on top until I can learn where exactly they need to go permanently. I’m thinking I need to understand how much room they need and as far as sunlight and the rest that seems easier to figure out and learn. The hardest part for me to understand is the room plants and veggies need for permanent placement. It seems everyone tries to make it very complicated. You make gardening and growing seem possible for anyone even me! Thank you for doing your videos thank you for posting often and for just all your videos all your wisdom and encouragement and sharing! You are a treasure! I pray for God to bless you in His best ways so very much!

[@shannonscopper4298]

Do you grow any in ground veg in totes? I'm trying. Sweet potatoes, regular potatoes and carrots. Struggling a bit with the potatoes (both types) but still trying. I've totally adopted your 2 system. I love it, I've been composting in place in the ground for years but alas I no longer have much garden in the ground. So happy to have a great method of compost in place for container gardening. Happy growing 😉❤️ love from 🇨🇦

[@par4451]

Robbie I can't wait for it to warm up here, so I can start planting here, and use some of your great ideas. Thank you.

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

The warm weather will be here before we know it 😊❤️

[@wandamanske8667]

Do you ever have squash bugs?

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

That’s one thing we do not have we do not have squash bugs here. But I have done a video on it and I hope it can help you.

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

This video idea is on squash bugs: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rWoKijerynjM0

[@pearlsalsman6946]

Hey Robbie I was just wondering what about composting ivy the long ring bear stems would that be okay or would it start to grow in your pot or bucket ? And thank you so much for your help love your videos you and Gary have a very blessed day 🙏❣️

[@bettynickelson779]

How do you tell Male from female, do you need both?

[@roseybud9646]

Just started watching your channel. I began using totes and even grew tomatoes in tall kitchen trash cans last year...then I found you... and I'm learning so much more! I'm using your method this year with the sticks, leaves and food scrapes! I'm happy about that!!! Ty for sharing all your garden tips!

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Welcome!! So Happy to hear my tips can help you, THANK YOU so MUCH!!!

[@Patriot1459J]

When it's really Hot out Staying Nice and Cool Tip... Get a Hand Towel, get it nice and wet, then wrap it around your neck ....you will be so much more comfortable in the Heat. I live in Utah, Works great at even 100 Degrees. Your Attire.... Just like mine for the most part. You Go Woman 👩

[@briancazares8512]

have you grown watermelon in the totes? Would ou suggest a small watermelon or cantaloupe? Also what size if totes would you suggest for melons? Thank you ps can zucchini still be planted? I also live in So Cal,

[@kleineroteHex]

Almost all of my seeds I started a week ago sprouted, I'm so excited. Another couple of cold days and then I hope spring keeps moving in!

[@ZEUStheKingGermanShepherd]

Did you build that Cement block wall FOR the plants or was it already there ? Does it hold heat ?

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

The cement wall does hold heat, but it was there when we got the house 😊

[@Sheenasalesthriftytreasures]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 another excellent video Have a blessed Easter I hope it’s a beautiful day to garden for us all thank you for another video 👏🏻❤️🌱

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Happy Easter to you all there. Thank you so much 😊 ❤️

[@tonid8508]

How many tomato plants would you recommend to put in each tote??

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

2-3 in a 18 gallon tote 😊

[@tonid8508]

@@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy thank you

[@gardenineden]

Hey Robbie, can you make a video showing a tote being raised up using 2 - 5 gallon buckets- 1 on each end. With plants in each bucket and in the tote. I’m thinking of a way to raise my totes up being I can’t find plastic chairs and I think this way is a great idea. Thanks😊

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

I am working on another raised container system, but let me see if that will work, and if so I will get that together as to the best way to do that, THANKS

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

You can use metal Chairs too, I have them set up on those folding metal chairs for about $10 at Walmart, but let me brain storm on the other way too, THANKS Again

[@gardenineden]

@@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy Thanks… Love your videos and ideas.😊I thought about the metal chairs as well. I’ll keep my eyes open for some next time I’m out thrift store shopping.

[@arthuurwong49]

Put some boards across stacked cement blocks then put totes on top of boards 😊

[@Dee.C]

It is starting to look a lot different around there. It is looking good .

[@wendyburston3132]

Can you use the old dried out flower stems, break then up and put on top of the soil for moisture retention. Would that be the same as adding wood chips?

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Most anything Will work but I’ve never used old dried flowers worth a try

[@bunnyscan]

I grow tons of petunia and when I deadhead I throw them into my compost.

[@bunnyscan]

I love your lime green gloves ❤️ I know they're probably kitchen gloves but by chance where did you get them?

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

I bought them at a dollar store, and YES they are kitchen gloves. Thanks

[@Katydidit]

I am going to try composting in place under some pepper plants, wish me luck. Here in my Texas zone 8b/9a we receive alot more rain... & as such I am unsure how this will work out. Please pray for God's blessing upon this project....thanks !!

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

I sure will hope all works out, let me know ❤️

[@apeacefulplace7854]

I’m in Houston! It totally works. I compost in place all year. This was my first year. Previously I had a compost tumbler but got rid of it. My garden is doing great! Her take on the compost tea is genius. I started doing that too!

[@eileenbartnick7202]

1 !

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Yes! 1st

[@dreamweaver8913]

Thank you, Robbie! It's good to know that one 18 gallon tote can house 2 zucchini or summer squash plants. I wasn't sure if the plants were too big to put more than one in.

[@debramurphy4295]

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[@BarbaraC02]

Sure love watching you working. lol It’s already in the low 90s here so don’t think I can succeed with zucchini this year. I’ve tried for several years but the heat is too much. Thank goodness they bring zucchini up from Mexico and it’s affordable. I realize it doesn’t taste as delicious. Thanks Robbie.

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

Why can’t you grow it and give it a bit of shade don’t worry if it droops during the day it should come up in the evening, zucchini seems to like the warm weather here. 🤨❤️

[@judya.shroads8245]

Why not start then early in the house, then plant earlier when it's cooler. Experiment coming maybe next yr. Take care. BLESSINGS

[@BarbaraC02]

@@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy I tried them in mostly shade last year but we had 2 weeks of over 111 degrees and the fruit wouldn't develop. The plant will bloom beautifully and our bees do their job.... I assumed it was the heat. I might give them another try in a more shaded spot. Thanks Robbie.

[@BarbaraC02]

@@judya.shroads8245 Thanks Judy... I'm going to try again in a shadier spot.

[@judya.shroads8245]

@@BarbaraC02 Try a couple in the morning sun, but shade in the afternoon. I hope it works for you. Robbie have you good advice too. BLESSINGS

[@niniane721]

Thanks so much for this video Robbie❤ this is the first time I have planted a garden and even though I know I will have to compost some of the plants that I grow, I know it will be hard ! I have only really planted tulips and daffodils before 🌷😃

[@WarmFuzzyVibes]

Your wall garden sure grows zucchini! That radiated heat from the wall and your two-system with compost in place makes beautiful fruit!

[@putiwang7679]

I have 6 zuccini in a tote, thinned to 2 , when it is bigger, thinned to 1. It's first time i grow this, i didn't know that it needs hand pollenate. 😊

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

I’m hand pollinating right now because I don’t seem to have enough bees doing the job, so I do it and also let the bees and the ants do it just in case, and so far so great 😀

[@putiwang7679]

@@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy Great! Also, if you still have a zuccini plant from last year, that means you can grow zuccini all year long in California. It maybe work here too in Florida. 😁

[@scwheeler24]

What about eggplants? Can 2 fit spaciously in a tote?

[@valoriegriego5212]

Nice Robbie!👍 Wow, you've been working hard on the truck bed!😃

[@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy]

I am done cleaning the truck bed I got inside of it and clean the whole thing now it’s just a matter of planting in those buckets. Thanks and have a wonderful weekend 😊❤️

[@ginnywithag5046]

Both seeing and hearing are always better than only seeing or just hearing. In this, we are given an additional step to benefit ourselves in wisdom to be gained. We're able to see and hear, yes, but we are given something we generally would've only received from either a parent or a grandparent, or an older family-friendly friend as we would've watched and worked along side them. This gardener, you have to be so willing and ever-giving of self! One has to have to be willingly speaking out of their thoughts to be heard as they tend their work in the garden. The other, or two, perhaps three will be able to hear this! These are valuable lessons in learning! This specifically is the sharing of the cogs turning insights speaking out of your mind in the thought processes. It is for the learning of another, others. 🪴💗🪴💗🪴💗🪴💗🪴 In this example, we learn of Robbie's choices as to which of the squashes she decides to remove and her reasoning as for why. We hear her speaking out her decision to transplant two of the plants. What is not said but is understood by sight is that these two were far too healthy and established plants to toss into compost. 🪴💗🪴 Again, speaking out your thought processes to someone is a valuable lesson in their learning! It is a skill set learned in the moment of the actions completed for them. They gain from it, and they learn to make their best decisions and actions in their own thought processing, too. 💗💡💗 If you are one with a youth(s) walking and working alongside you in gardening, please do this! Before planting seeds or plants into soil, do this first, plant seeds of inspiration, and of life into them. If you already have been gardening with them, do it for them now. You want to write and date a handwritten letter to them. It will be one saved back, given to them when they're older or when your age or mind may prevent your ability for gardening or when you're deceased. If you want to make it a conscious choice as to when, for giving it, do! Some possibilities, maybe their twenty-first birthday, maybe along side with a wedding shower gift or perhaps with a gift of their first home for which they can have a garden in their own soil. You do want the certainity it will be given to them. In the letter let it be known the benefits and joys of gardening. Share that it is a continuation of life, life in sustaining of ourselves, and in life, being as small as to giving life within the soil. Beauty is in the plants; it is in our living life and in our souls. Tell them, letting it be known in that this letter was one seeded by a conscious choice you made. One by you, in giving of yourself as well as your every word spoke of gardening while gardening. It was never your randomly talking to yourself. It was a purposed layering in an added portion to their learning to garden in seeing, hearing, and understanding of thoughts and choices made in action. I wanted to write this because I seriously believe that it will be multi-fold for those living on and hopefully in carrying on to their generations. The letter most likely will be cherished. State it is your hope that they will want to continue in the cycle of life and in giving of gardening learned and in life itself. Speaking of cycles, please, please do teach them how to carry forth teaching to plant by the cycles of the moon phases. It will be the difference that nothing ever grows to reaping an abundance of harvesting! Learn them in saving back some of all seeds for the next year. Teach, too, to save some seeds from their annuals, but to also be in the practice of our annual flowers to constantly dead-head them. Saving some of these seeds back. However, it is so important to immediately carefully, correctly break the head open, dropping seeds to ground (lightly covering where able to), all before watering the flowers. This is the definition of "prolific," as it will be quickly seen and in years to come! This is something rarely ever read from in books. It is gleaned by personal companionship working in gardening together. 🥰😂🥰 It's totally fine if you choose to allow them to think; this is only you randomly talking to yourself..... 💗🌱💗 After all, you've had their letter, ready, waiting, and available for them. 💌 Carry on, Young Sprout! 💗🌱💗