Starting Geraniums & Artichoke Seeds + Potting Up Perennial Seedlings! 🌱🪴🌿 // Garden Answer

[@crazyflowerlady1060]

I never want the videos to end. Thank-you Garden Answer for these many years of enjoyment. I commented years ago that I hope to live long enough to see your property mature; like your parents' place, it will, and already is, a piece of paradise.

[@NiccoletteR]

LOL. ,and that is not laughing at you, Its, your right, WHAT, thats it, and then , I have to wait until morning, For a new one,

[@PatriciaAShelton-no6cq]

My feelings also. Especially during last year as I battled four surgeries and eventually lost my leg below knee. I keep pushing to be able to get out this coming Spring and start on my landscape which didn't get its usual fall clean up. I knew I was to have three surgeries, at some point it came in August, ended in September. I set about planting so many beautiful plants,two were the prairie fire grabapple trees. Then ordered twelve David Austin roses. Everything was looking great in August. My husband did his best everyday to keep everything watered. I can walk on my prosthetic, but had to have several adjustments. Hips hurt terribly ,maybe now that will stop. Outside terrain is so different, so I am slower right now getting around Outside. But with time I'm told it will become second nature once again. Watching Laura gives me that extra push I need. I don't have or never will have the space she does,but my gosh it's enough to have to take care of. I hope a lot of the younger generation would watch one or two of her videos,they to would become hooked on the pleasure it brings in growing something beautiful. Love those geraniums.A plant I always grew in a container, but the beauty of them in the landscape is just breath taking.

[@NiccoletteR]

@@PatriciaAShelton-no6cq Sorry for your loss, I hope this makes you LOL. I used to go to ..... anyway this man used to park in the ??? cant remember the name, , it got to me, so one day ,what its call, anyway , i told him off, he smiled, and laughed, i got even more mad inside, then someone said ,to me, you do know , he had his leg cut off , i fellt so bad, they said, no he think it was so good, because, i seen him as anyone else, I didnt see him ,like theres something wrong with him, I never went and said sorry, cause i just go , i made his day, and me, watch your word, pull your head in, I know a lady, who, had , has , both legs gone, you would know, she walks around like anyone with legs, in my mind , i go ,how dose she do that, so i hope that helps in some way.

[@lorenenath6002]

Sorry to hear about all of your surgeries and loss of your leg. I admire your determination to continue gardening regardless of your circumstances. Good luck to you and God bless. p.s. what a great husband!

[@janicesmith8946]

Russell just sits back and watches you intently. He loves you!

[@kebmccarron]

I really appreciate how you guys choose your music. It is always very pleasurable and does not detract from the videos. Thanks.

[@sherilynkoss4546]

Agree!!!❤

[@SoCalledChristian]

One of my favorite things about you Laura is how your not afraid to do little “experiments” because I think it takes away peoples fear of making mistakes when gardening and encourages us to think more creatively about different options for things. I really appreciate that about you.

[@jonicarter9684]

I was so glad to see Douglas inside the warm greenhouse and I know you had Russel at the vet and you said he is doing better which is good news. They are both so much apart of the Garden Answer family and I enjoy seeing them in your videos

[@jandolph7509]

@@jonicarter9684 Why was Russell at the vet? I didn’t see that on UTube video.

[@TracieHewitt]

I didn’t realise that Russell had been unwell, I hope he is feeling better now ❤

[@vickieyoung7122]

So glad that Russell's feeling better...he is precious.

[@annbergquist4253]

I must have missed it. When was Russell sick?

[@janetstevens5990]

Me too I missed when he got sick 11:51

[@kaseyfarmer8232]

@@annbergquist4253 he had a limp ..they took him to the vet and he is fine,, cant remember what was goin on...probably a tiff with Douglas...lol

[@kaseyfarmer8232]

@@janetstevens5990 he had a leg injury and a limp so thye took him tothe vet,, can remember what the problem was but he is fine... probabaly a tiff with douglas....lol

[@joannam369]

I watch all the videos, when did they mention he was sick/hurt? I’m so glad to hear he is ok and feeling better! Love Russell and Douglas so much.

[@judymckerrow6720]

I’m sure you filmed this at least a day or two before we’re seeing this, but I hope you had great fun sledding ! ❄️⛄️💚🙃

[@patsywilliams5570]

I wish there were dates on the videos, but it's their show

[@nadiabeautyo7107]

They only are a day a two behind they are not vloggers they do content but if you new how hard it is to record editing sound contrast and everything else you have to do it this way or you would burn out

[@nadiabeautyo7107]

@@patsywilliams5570this was no longer than two or three days when they filmed it

[@iartistdotme]

The way you 'furnished' the greenhouse is PERFECT for seed starting in the snow. What a lovely place to work in and enjoy.

[@eroswv]

While watching today’s video I started thinking about the things I have learned from watching your videos. While none of what I am listing is earth shattering all of these ideas have made such a big difference in my gardening experience. The most helpful item was learning about the Power Planter Auger! It truly has been a game changer. I started with the five-inch auger. Then I learned about Gardening With Creekside thru your video when they came to help you (I am only a little over an hour from the Creekside Nursery). I did a demo at Creekside and moved up to the taller nine-inch auger. Felco forever! I have spent so much money buying junk pruners from the big box stores (the last one broke the first time I used it). I realized that the cost of the Felco was cheaper in the long run. I gave my son (a budding new gardener) a Felco Pruner along with the Care Kit for Christmas. That little green planting tray has been so nice. I do most of my potting in my kitchen and this tray has been so helpful in keeping the soil where it belongs. Also, the trick of wetting down the soil before putting it in the trays has been really helpful. And lastly, so many of the sites tell you to clip off the extra plants in each cell to allow one main one to grow. I like watching her separate the plants and move them to individual cells. Even if they all do not make it you are still ahead for any of them that do live. All in all, besides learning about new plants (I discovered, Gaura; Lemon Coral Sedum; Desert Orchid; and so many other new plants) from watching her daily video, it is just a fun way to start the day.

[@jgwood10]

No need to write all of this. If anyone watches the channel on a frequent basis then they know the same as you!

[@thedirtygardener]

This is a nice list. I’d add: If you don’t like a plant in a particular place (or don’t like the plant at all) it’s ok to remove it.

[@SisterShirley]

@eroswv What a great comment. I enjoyed reading it so much. A nice reminder for me too. It was so sweet and informative.

[@monikaweld5567]

What a well thought out list! I think Laura said in the past how much she enjoys hearing how much her videos impact us. You said this so well ❤

[@sherylemoore8626]

I've been fighting the flu. These videos have been such a wonderful respite. It reminds me that spring is around the corner. I love to replant seedlings. So calming. Thank you so much for all your content. Enjoy the sledding!

[@terrihart2133]

Get well wishes.

[@jesusislord2457]

I hope you feel much better soon and the crud goes away faster than it came! ✌️💖🙏🫂🤜

[@angelaengler2387]

I hope you feel better soon 💐

[@AngieBrittHEC]

Sending get well wishes!

[@janetstevens5990]

I hope you feel better soon....

[@LGarbuio09]

Honestly, why is watching someone's hands in dirt just so satisfying?! Thanks so much for all you do - I'm inspired to check out my seed collection and start my spring dreaming! 🌺

[@Yrutnec1]

ONLY ~ 70 DAYS ~ UNTIL SPRING! LOVE THE SEED STARTING VIDEOS - SO INFORMATIVE AND ENCOURAGING TO LOOK FORWARD !!!! 🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸

[@susanvonrauensteinbreuls6058]

So glad that Russel is feeling better so nice to start seeds this time in the year..

[@nashnash7997]

Laura i appreciate your patience. It reminds me to learn to be more patient!!

[@WindyYucca]

Good day for sitting by the woodstove sipping some coffee.

[@terrikim4992]

Living vicariously in that greenhouse. I could spend all day out there.🌸

[@belindapace1669]

Was hoping for a little montage of the sledding! I'm so greedy wanting more Garden Answer footage!! Lol

[@terrihart2133]

Maybe tomorrow.😊

[@SharonOtto-e7c]

So glad Russell is felling better. We had a female orange tabby, Kayla who passed after 19 yrs. Also Douglas looks like our other cat Aslan who passed after 20 yrs from cancer. Luv seeing yours because they look just like ours who we miss so much. Luv your videos been watching for a long time and gardening as a whole!!

[@karencurtis6141]

Russel is a real darling, I love seeing him just watching his Mom working.🤗. Take care x

[@jasminelouisefarrall]

Afternoon Everyone 🥰

[@juniper754]

In these cold snowy grey days, your garden videos bring us warmth. Thank you for what you do !! Pray your garden flourishes even more this year !

[@toniwright-ro6tk]

Toni in the UK 🇬🇧 Oh, I am so with you, Laura. I try to keep every seed I can. I did love watching you transplanting your seedlings 🌱 I have had problems with them. So any advice is a welcome gift. It's just so exciting to see little seedlings popping through the compost. Thank you, Lovely Laura, for all you do for us x

[@thedirtygardener]

Seed starting days are my favorite. Hope you have a blast with the kids. That’s a great family memory for everyone.

[@valerieunger211]

I love how excited you get about…DIRT!😂😂😂

[@buckeyejen1076]

Most gardeners do!

[@gailallen2895]

I was just thinking she needs a tee shirt "I Love Dirt".

[@TropicsandDesert]

I can't stand throwing away tiny plants either. I always think, this could be the best one 😅

[@JamiePeterson-g6d]

I did throw away some coleus seedlings once because I think I had about a gajillion germinate! 😂

[@JamiePeterson-g6d]

Very satisfying video....we have a foot of snow here in Kansas and the kids haven't been to school all week. My husband is a rural mail carrier and Monday he was told not to come in because the roads were so drifted over. I love watching you seed plants because it reminds me that spring is coming. The geraniums I grew from seed last year are tucked under flannel sheets in my greenhouse. Last night the temperature was 4 degrees but if I can keep the temperature above 35* in the greenhouse everything will be okay.

[@KathyRup]

What timing! I just pulled out my geranium seeds and potting trays-great for a refresher in technique ❤

[@raleighrobinson6399]

Would love to see a clip of the kiddos sledding. Your wonderful parents and your kids are very lucky.

[@rosemarythyme6351]

🌱Ever since the 1990's when I worked in a garden center greenhouse, my favorite geraniums are the brilliant violets - I fell head over feet in love at first sight! A close second is the beautiful peachy salmon geraniums. Add the color purple to the mix and it makes a trio for my garden palette. Here in Minnesota, the temp is -1, but I'm longing for Spring already. Starting seeds will fill in the gap with the scent and feel of soil. It's heavenly to a gardener! 🌱🌱🌱

[@melodykaufer5696]

I have never been a fan of geraniums..until I saw one in a beautiful nursery near Salem Oregon. It was multi colored with pink and purple and white. Gorgeous! It looks great with just about everything you plant with it . Was not able to over winter it, 😢and took several years to find it again, hopefully it survives this winter, and I can replant again .

[@liddierose7063]

I wish I could but my husband's said no I can just watch but that's all. And I do love to watch . I've watched most things 2 or 3 times. I really love Garden Answers Acre Homestead and Jamerrill stwart.. I love. Gardens but I'm 76 and can't do them any more. When. My dad was 75 we had about. 12 acres of garden.best cantaloupe you ever tasted. We live in Southwest Colorado zone 5 I think or maybe 6.frezes every year almost. So proud of you and your whole family? Your babies are precious. God Bless you sweetheart, keep up the good work.

[@katherinemorris6382]

Mrs. Laura I just enjoy watching you. Enjoy your plants your dirt you bring joy to my life. You are so blessed to have your family close by you and sweet children and a husband who adore the earth just as much as you do. May God bless you and your family, keep you healthy, wealthy and wise❤❤❤

[@michelled4042]

What a relaxing and cozy activity in the greenhouse on a snowy day, with your furry co hosts, followed by a fun family activity. You know how to make the most of winter. ❤❤❤

[@barbararobinson-cs3ym]

Yes, love the feel of dirt in my hands.

[@MarieHughes-ev1ue]

It's always a good sign when you start planting seeds.

[@cookiescott2165]

I love columbines. Yours will look so beautiful, there's so many of them. Looking forward to updates on them.❤❤❤❤

[@leesaaugustine1444]

Good Morning!❄️ How exciting to be starting seeds for the upcoming season! I am still putting away Christmas, but watching you work on planting seeds & separating seedlings is a welcomed break!😃🌱🌿

[@shelti_love3238]

I’ve been a avid watcher now for about 6 months! Love to check in daily. You all are fun, especially when Russel jumps in!

[@deborahplyler6528]

Have fun sledding with family today, thanks for sharing.

[@cynthialagraff4144]

I was just remembering back when you had one of your bedroom and used it for growing things. So happy you have all the great ups you have now to do all you do. Look forward as always to anything you show us. Thank you Laura. God bless you and yours.

[@thedirtygardener]

Oh yeah. The upstairs bedroom! I forgot all about that. Man, how things have really changed.

[@kathy8832]

Good morning! And so it starts!! It seems that every season just flies by. Christmas is over and now it’s seed starting time.

[@crazyflowerlady1060]

Yah! can't wait. Here in R. I. winter sowing works well.

[@gertrudette]

I love seeing that beautiful snow.

[@wynorawishum5860]

I live in the deep south so love seeing the snow. It is beautiful. Fun seeing the seedlings and the seed starting. Makes me ready for spring. Great video. Have a blessed day everyone.

[@jackierowe7442]

And so it begins .....planting seeds! Here in Northern Kentucky we received 8 inches of snow with more expected on Friday afternoon! I too think it is so beautiful when it snows. I hope you all enjoyed sled riding!💚

[@SisterShirley]

Here in the "Winter Wonderland" State of Michigan, we got 00 snow. Had a little last week but it melted away. But I know it's coming. Enjoy yours while it's pretty and fun.

[@grisespino5342]

Have a wonderful time sledding. Enjoy your seed starting videos 🌱

[@ghazalachaudhry3031]

It’s mundane task of planting in soil and misting with water that’s just so relaxing. It is so therapeutic. Thank you Laura for sharing it with us. ❤😊

[@Patricia-lg8vg]

thank you all for another great video!

[@samanthatorres9517]

I love that your vlogs are exactly what your tittle says, never any click bait❤

[@MrPaoTrieu]

You are very diligent in taking care of and growing beautiful colorful flowers. I wish you health, peace and success.

[@winnielott5240]

Your videos makes me sick and disgusted with myself . There you are with the snow and yet starting some seedlings and here i am sitting inside when its 50 degrees outside and sun shining in California .😬i always try to start my day watching you since you motivate me to go out there . Thank you for giving me some motivation to start planting . I love your fur babies and your babies . You and Aaron are such a team and how lucky you guys have to have the brother sister team helping you out daily . ❤😊🌹

[@tashaking8907]

Fondue forks from a thrift store work great as tools for transplanting.

[@sherilynkoss4546]

You showed the Pink Petticoats in the garden last year, dont recall when, but I recall it was a surprise and a gasp of delight. They are stunning! When you described having them in mass, and gathering their plentiful seeds, I thought, "Now THAT would be a fun giveaway." I need to find those seeds online in the meantime!😂❤

[@angelalormand719]

The snow is beautiful. Loved the seed starting. I’m looking forward to starting seeds myself

[@charitysmith108]

Would love to see a “planning” video for the new formal garden! Seeing the planning and then the process of it coming together would be so interesting to see!💗

[@callikohl5698]

Well i am late to the party today. I was busy starting my own seeds. Whew! All my hot peppers and 2 different bell peppers. I have winter sowing jusgs and out. That was in December. I love planting seeds. Its one step closer to spring.

[@donnagent6046]

I just love Colombine, especially the yellow patch in your garden.

[@mala4027]

If Laura put the yellow columbine seeds in her store , I would buy them! 😂 Love them so much

[@strngenchantedgirl]

You do such a great job filming everything clearly and giving excellent instruction.

[@selasmama4499]

Thanks for the seed starting video. Please keep ‘em coming, they keep me on schedule. Now I’ll try the Imperial. I have three green globe artichokes (not yet dormant) growing bc I started from seed last year, inspired by you. It’s amazing! So fun. Who knew I could grow them from seed and even share the starts with my neighbors? It’s just so cool. We’re all excited to see what yield we get in yr2. Cheers from Seattle, Zone 8b/9a

[@mysheepishlife]

I love seed starting videos and I love how your cats are always around you, like they are your guardians. 😂 Everything looks so beautiful in the snow, although where I live in Iceland; we’ve had too much snow for too many weeks for my personal preference. 😅

[@karysu51]

Promise of spring to come and a great project for a winter day.

[@bettyharvath5217]

Good morning from Delaware Garden Answer friends.

[@TRountree54]

Love seeing the snow fall ❤

[@kathleenoconnor6646]

This is so inspiring!! I just want to call off work and play with dirt (i mean soil) and seeds and get started!😂

[@donnieloftus9124]

You mentioned in a previous video that a large shed is being built behind your vegetable garden space. Have you considered turning the area into a large car port or even a 3 bay garage for your trucks? It seems to be across from where you are already parking, and would/could possibly block outthe view

[@dalemink7631]

So exciting to see you plant seedlings! I am in MN. No snow but 5 above zero! Cold!!

[@cagjohnso]

Beautiful and productive day

[@Oldebookworm]

I envy your weather. Very cold here but no snow.

[@StaceyFernandes-ek9ks]

motivation to the max i did start winter sowing in milk jugs but this weekend i am starting seeds i wish i had a cold frame or greenhouse to start earlier or even to have room to start more! but playing in the dirt even on a small scale is still fun!!!

[@laurelcomeaux4723]

I have had great success with the winter sowing and I find it kind of hands-off once they get planted and until I am ready to transplant. Having a cold frame might be nice but that is one more thing to maintain, and I would rather spend my time on other things.

[@christinawyckoff2164]

Yes love saying the beginning of seeds a new life plants be safe have amazing time snow sledding

[@idamaerypkema6252]

We live in MN where we are expected to get snow. You have more than we have. Beautiful

[@kathythedutchessofmontfort4945]

Makes me wish I had a heated space to start a growing session of my own.😊

[@marthaz1183]

I have to drive about 4 or 5 hours to find snow. Beautiful scenery there Laura. Must be exciting to have all seasons.

[@tonirice7630]

What do you do with the artichokes? Just decorate? Eat? Can you store/preserve them? Maybe try some spinach artichoke dip??

[@corinnemontgomery8325]

It’s cold and snowy here in Rochester NY. I always get the itch to start planting watching you in the winter. I just have to be patient. I want to try those geraniums this season! Thank you for all you tips and tricks and knowledge!

[@JamiePeterson-g6d]

I grew three colors last spring and they're very easy to germinate.

[@michelebushnik2874]

Thank you Dear Laura! For reminding me it's artichoke starting! Freezing here too in Reno Nevada, but we gratefully have a normal year with no snow! Just freezing! Brrr

[@OneSparrow-76]

You have had a blessed winter with all the frost and snow and rain. I love all of them! We had our first snow this past Sunday in SWMO…

[@jenniferwolford4646]

I'm in Northern Utah, and I had some lizzies winter over in my garden last year. As you know, we had a mild winter last year, but i was amazed!

[@angelaengler2387]

I love when that happens 🥰

[@patricialester2416]

Nice fluffy snow 🌨️🌨️🌨️ 😊

[@LindaKrippel]

Seed starting is a positive sign to spring coming...yay!! Sledding at Grandma's house sounds so fun! Bet it's followed up with some hot cocoa or warm cider sitting by the fire...mmmm, cozy thoughts on a snowy day.

[@tracyroy9289]

Ahhhhh, so nice to see the little seedlings and seed starting. I can't wait! I can almost smell the soil ❤

[@jackiedavies9020]

I love how you started with the knife, however fingers work too, and faster!😂

[@DianeCee0]

Thank you!!! You reminded me that I bought artichoke seeds last season to grow this year!!

[@BB-cn6ow]

Thank you! So fun and inspiring-got a small greenhouse I play with😅

[@marciabodak3579]

Laura, what all will you do after your big projects are done? It seems like you have done so much with the land that you have. Do you have some major plans for the future? I love your place and you all have done a fantastic job with it. 🙂

[@spalonyzasilacz]

What a timing. Today I ordered geranium seeds 😊

[@KidCity1985]

Thank you beautiful garden lady.

[@karenmckenie3147]

Dear Laura, thank you and Aaron for all you do and share. Never disappointed! You have inspired me to try planting the bullseye salmon geraniums from seed! Yikes! I pray that it all works out. You said they are easy to grow. As you say, "we'll see what happens"! By the way, Benjamin and Samatha are the sweetest children. Love ya'll

[@rickyt3961]

Thank you Laura! 🌱🪴❄️🛷❄️

[@Devie-q9g]

The artichokes would be super pretty in the big pots with big tops.

[@darlenekennedy1442]

It filled my happy bucket by watching you plant seeds. Thank you 😊

[@LauraKeown]

Oh, I Love your idea to plant multiple seedlings in those big pots - such fun!

[@robingrunzweig1880]

how cozy is this!! in a warm greenhouse, steadfast Russell (and Douglas) nearby, and that beautiful snowy seen outside... i love those columbine! need to see if i can grow those here...and the maverick geraniums are amazing - i grew some from seed last year and they are still going strong... can't wait to see how you fill up the formal cutting garden this year... hope you had a great day sledding and enjoying family!! 🥰❤thanks for the video!! 🥰❤

[@roselandmcguire9925]

Such patience with all those little plants!!!

[@carolannwhitehurst8609]

I love that every plant is important to you and you are so deliberate with your watering. #concentration.

[@sharoncoon5439]

I'm in Ohio and we don't have snow. We get flurries but just cold. It's 29* here this morning Laura loves playing in dirt. Glad Russell is feeling better.

[@angielyons2146]

I’m in Ohio as well and we got 8” of snow the other day with more on the way this week 🤦🏻‍♀️and we’re sitting at 18 degrees this morning. I keep asking myself why I still live here 😂

[@buckeyejen1076]

What part of Ohio are you in? I’m in Ohio and currently have 6 inches on the ground! I have friends just north of here who have nearly 2 feet of snow.

[@buckeyejen1076]

@ Temp here is also 18 with wind chill of 9. I have already been out clearing the driveway. Snowing like crazy right now.

[@sharoncoon5439]

@buckeyejen1076 Be careful shoveling

[@Bandaid17]

Haven’t gotten all my fixings yet but will be planting soon. Just can’t get over how few seeds there are in each package these days and how much more they cost. Makes one even more careful getting them off to a good start. Thank you for showing us the way!!

[@LindaKing-jr4fz]

Oh..the capricious of winter! Sun, snow, rain, ice and fog. In Central Oregon we've had of these In the last 10 days-2 weeks..thanks for reminding me about winter seedings! Have fun in the snow sledding.

[@lorihanby6733]

I could practically feel the dirt as you mentioned how getting your hands in the dirt was your favorite thing. 😊 Watching you use your knife to make holes for the seedlings made me laugh.

[@Mominna2314]

❤😂 You put the columbine babies in pots together. Hooray! My dream. I'm going to try this again this year but use your method and start with seedlings.

[@cindycresswell1414]

Wish we could have seen the sledding ❤