What 100K Subscribers Feels Like On a Hobby Channel.

I officially have reached 100K subscribers here on KZbin despite an absolute roller coaster to get here. I want to thank everyone in the GIC Crew who has chosen to support this channel either thru their silent viewing, like, shares or comments. It means the absolute world to me and I am excited for the next 100K GICs we rope into loving our community.
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Ashley has had a passion for plants since she was a small child. In the long summers as a child, she would garden alongside her grandmother and it was then that she realized her love for greenery. With years of great studying, Ashley had begun her post-secondary education at the University of Saskatchewan.
At first, her second love, animals, was the career path she chose but while doing her undergrad she realized that her education would take her elsewhere. And with that, four years later she graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a bachelor's degree in science and a major in Soil Science.
Some of Ashley's interests are KZbin, in which she posts informative videos about plants and gardening. The focus of Ashley's KZbin channel is to bring science to gardening in a way that is informative but also helpful to others learning to garden. She also talks about the importance of having your own garden and the joys of gardening indoors. Ashley continues to study plants in her free time and hopes to expand her KZbin channel as well as her reach to up-and-coming gardeners.
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[@GardeningInCanada]

I want to thank everyone in the GIC Crew who has chosen to support this channel either thru their silent viewing, like, shares or comments. It means the absolute world to me and I am excited for the next 100K GICs we rope into loving our community. Spreadshop link ❤ - gardening-in-canada.myspreadshop.ca/all

[@gendoll5006]

I would pay to talk to you. Seriously. I’ve never done anything like that before, I’m just a stay at home mom on my first year gardening but I’ve followed you for months now and built my first garden with YOUR guidance and I would pay $100 just to ask you questions and really just chat for like an hour lol. That may not be much for “consulting” but I have Tourette’s and can’t work but I’d make that money appear to support you by paying for your expertise. Much love from NC! Also, my mom, sis and niece are redheads and you’re amazing!

[@Jupmer]

Thank you for being authentic and honest. I'm from Saskatchewan and can never find local information about gardening in our zone. Lost my Mom in 2019 and its tough without her but only time helps with that. Good luck and keep up the good work!

[@GardeningInCanada]

@@Jupmer ❤️🙏 thank you

[@user-cz9mx4km5h]

Please don't apologize for who you are, it breaks my heart to hear a wonderful person say that a fulsome red head is not perfect!!

[@GardeningInCanada]

❤️🙏

[@novampires223]

I come from a long line of redheads, totally pissed I did got get it!

[@b_lumenkraft]

This!

[@marthaduncan7694]

as a fellow fulsome red head, I thank you for helping me go from zone 6 to zone 2b and pull it off! thank you, thank you, thank you and p.s. you deserve another couple hundred thousand :)

[@marthaduncan7694]

and girl, I'm 5'11 and strong like a bull LOL we may be long lost cousins LOL

[@dfriz8513]

Congrats, young lady. You may not think your beauty is on the outside, but we sure see your awesomeness inner and outer.

[@GardeningInCanada]

😊 thanks 🙏 So true and accurate

[@artstamper316]

Sorry I have to piggyback onto someone else's comment, but my android tablet is not letting me make my own. Anyway, I agree totally with this comment. Your style of video, your knowledge, your humor, it all is so enjoyable. Keep up the good work, Ashley. This crew member loves you. 😊

[@jennyklenner7325]

Dear Ashley, you say we were here for you, but you were here for us when the world went crazy and we needed to throw ourselves into a wholesome activity that nourished our bodies and fed our souls. Remember (not that you will) you saved my tomato crop and showed me how to ripen 60 lbs of green tomatoes in newspaper layered cardboard boxes. That was a real gift. Congrats on your channel. Peace and many blessings to you dear lady.

[@GardeningInCanada]

❤️🙏 no I remember this! It was two years ago

[@jennyklenner7325]

@@GardeningInCanada You made a huge difference to my harvest and success. You make a difference Ashley. This community needs you. We love your content. ❤

[@bryanmoir3184]

Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren't always comfortable, but they're never weakness.” “Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity. It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity." Brene Brown

[@GardeningInCanada]

Oh that’s wonderful ❤️🙏

[@kristinasekely7328]

I love your channel. I searched for a garden youtuber that was a woman in a colder zone, and I found the best one! You are amazing keep it up!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Jeeze that’s a humbling comment. Thank you so very much

[@AJR-zg2py]

@@GardeningInCanada Honestly, the fact that you're one of the VERY FEW gardeners on here that's actually in a cold zone is a big deal. I'm a guy (almost 40) and was thinking of starting a channel myself because even though lots of gardening channels have loads of useful tips... 99% of them are located in much warmer zones and not useful for me. I'm in Northern Ontario (a cusp of 3b/4a) and I LOVE your honesty and content.

[@tamrahawkes3170]

Me too! So glad to find a channel for The great white north

[@MK-ti2oo]

Same here. Although I'm in California, I'm at high altitude with a short growing season (90-105 days) and it was really hard to find comparable gardeners on KZbin. It snowed yesterday but I've got maters going in the greenhouse lol. I think I actually found Ashley through a search that brought up her interview with Canadian Prepper.

[@miriambartley6622]

Same here. 4a.

[@ArtFlowersBeeze8815]

I really like to support my fellow Canadians. Your honesty and humour really helps your channel. Its that common sense approach to things that make your channel appealing.

[@GardeningInCanada]

I appreciate that!

[@ArkopiaYouTube]

1. You’re my favourite nerd 2. Be kinder to yourself. You really are so beautiful and Ive told you this before - i am so envious of those healthy luscious locks. 3. I’m so proud of you and I am so happy that you are my friend -Jess

[@nutritiousnuggets4549]

Me too. I have serious hair envy every time I watch your channel.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Haha awe Jess. You have always loved my hair LMFAO

[@GardeningInCanada]

Ahahah awe

[@suzannestack7784]

You are so kind and considerate. I get so much from you. I'm honored to be a small part of your Geek Crew. ♥️💞

[@GardeningInCanada]

You are so welcome and I am happy to have you along for the ride 🙏❤️

[@jackiegriffiths7958]

All the "negatives" you listed are part of your charm and make you likeable and relateable to so many viewers. Keep up the great work, I always enjoy watching. I am glad you have crested the ridge and are on the positive side now. Wishing you lots of success and happiness.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much!

[@anne-9374]

Reason we like you is because we feel you are genuine and “nerdy”. Stay just as you are and hoping 2024 continues to be good for you…actually hope it is great! You deserve it.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Awe thanks 🙏

[@salami5050]

This is the best gardening channel for Canadians. You have the science, personality, and ideas to help gardeners across the country!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Wow, thank you!🙏

[@patriciastern9430]

Recent subscriber here-I'm so sorry that 2023 was so traumatic for you, and so glad that this community had your back. I find your videos so interesting-don't change a thing, you've found the winning formula. Wishing you continued growth and success.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much! And welcome aboard the GIC Crew

[@dipanjalir]

I'm so sorry you were in an abusive relationship. That's awful, and it's great that you've continued with KZbin. We appreciate it and I've learnt so much from you.

[@GardeningInCanada]

❤️🙏

[@bodymindhealth4u]

You had me in tears. I’m not that active in the comments but your channel is so meaningful to me and I loved this video!!!! I love teaching healthy relationships and it starts with genuine vulnerability and openness. You deserve all the virtual hugs in the world and you’ve inspired me to not give up on my channel on mental health.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Oh please do not give up! It would be so helpful to SO MANY people

[@MindandSoil]

SO good!! Thanks so much for sharing some background on what the last few years has been like and the journey to this point, you deserve it all. Hands down my favorite geeky obnoxious plus size red hed on the interwebs! ❤❤❤

[@GardeningInCanada]

This video was totally your vibe! 😂 I didn’t think about that.

[@jacquelinerWQ]

You are the very best! Because you are you! And because So many of us love learning from you! ❤😊

[@GardeningInCanada]

Wow, thank you! 🙏 that’s a big compliment

[@rupelowilliams2546]

It takes a brave person to be open and honest with themselves, but it takes great courage to open up to thousands. God bless you

[@GardeningInCanada]

❤️🙏 not going to lie I debated deleting the video so I’m not that courageous 😅🤣

[@LearnToGrow1]

Congratulations Ashley! We appreciate all the hard work and dedication you put into your videos. Love your authenticity. You’re amazing and beautiful!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much!! ❤️🙏

[@LearnToGrow1]

@@GardeningInCanada You’re welcome and thank you! 😍

[@jaliranchr]

Ashley, you be you. That's why we're here, all 100K+ of us. Congratulations on this milestone. Well deserved for the honest and great content you serve up with your silly sense of humor. You remind us we do this because it is fun.

[@GardeningInCanada]

You're the best!

[@kathrynu1400]

I'm not crying, you're crying! Thank you for your work, and sharing your vulnerability when you really didn't have to. Your escape to film and edit these videos turns into my (our) escape, to watch your work, and extend your creativity and knowledge into my (our) gardens 💜

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much! ❤️🙏🥹

[@BDcreates]

Thank you so much for sharing. I am a silent member of the GIC crew, but I am here in your corner. I was so happy when I found a Canadian gardening creator. Your confidence and creator skills have grown so much over the past few years. Keep up the amazing work.

[@GardeningInCanada]

🙏❤️ silent or not you make a major difference

[@phenixwars1]

Not everyone can get back up after being beaten down by life over and over. You didn't give up and instead like a hardy plant would do, you grew stronger. This was a touching video. I think many of us who know how hard it is to learn to love ourselves and leave the past behind can relate to everything you said. Keep up the good work and enjoy it too. When you do what you love it's no longer work. Congrats!! 🎉🎉

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you 🙏

[@Argo53]

Loud and proud, bold and brave, scientific and sassy, nerdy and nice - you are amazing. Haters gonna hate and when they do, your engagement metric increases! Keep calm and KZbin Gardening in Canada on!!

[@GardeningInCanada]

HAHAHA that worked way to well 🤣

[@leslierowell392]

I’m an old guy from Georgia (the state, not the country) and I love your content. Rock it to 200K subscribers and know that so so many support you.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much. ☺️

[@shaybellasurprise5009]

GRATZ on 100K!! You are a true north strong and free CANADIAN GIRL! I love your channel because YOU make it fun and not dry / boring! From an ALBERTAN GIRL (next door) - YOU ROCK and keep it up!!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Next door bestie! Love that

[@iamorganicgardening]

CONGRATULATION. You have the right stuff and facts to help and share your gardening passion. Enjoy the growth.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thanks so much!

[@clemire83]

I started following you at less than 1k. I think that your content fills a gap for Canadians who aren't represented by the gardeners in England, Florida and California. Thank you so much.

[@GardeningInCanada]

That’s very true ❤️🙏

[@simasalic]

I think I found you in 2022, and I subscribed after 5 min. Because as a Scandinavian we were staring into the same gap. Thank you so much, Ashley, for sharing your knowledges, do the research, and serve it to us with some great comments, no bullshit and never in a "I am right and you are wrong" way. I love it! Congratulations on 100 000. You earned it!

[@allihahashow]

This is 100% why I want to start a channel. I'm also in Sask, and have always found it difficult to find my "people", my community, my nerds - cuz there's just not a lot of people nearby! I'm an engineer and an artist, so it's a somewhat narrow path. I'm so glad this happened for you and I'm encouraged to keep working toward creating content. Luv!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Pffft that is the perfect path actually lol nobody is doing that

[@James02876]

I consider you a Science Communicator, and your hard work has helped me begin the transformation of my yard into a much more natural space. Thank you for sharing so openly with the world, we love what you're doing.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Wow, thank you! 🙏

[@tamrahawkes3170]

Seriously best garden channel on KZbin!! I feel like you would be the best friend a person could have, that’s a rare thing. You should be so proud of yourself, I only watch people who teach me things. I love learning and you are a fabulous teacher.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Awe thank you ❤️ we could totally be besties 👯

[@joannecordone6831]

Glad you started the channel. I am learning so much. Soil science is so important.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much. And I am glad you found me!

[@PraxisPrepper]

We're lucky to have you here. I'm glad it's helped you a lot too. My channel has helped me with my diction a lot, which is one of the reasons I wanted to start it.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Wonderful ❤️🙏

[@annetteselent]

Congratulations! I’m glad you are here for us Canadian women to learn from😁

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you! 😃

[@marilynbook4211]

Congratulations on 100K. I have been gardening for over 50 years and I am still learning things from watching you. It is nice to watch someone in a colder climate than I am in Canada.

[@GardeningInCanada]

❤️ that is wonderful to hear. I’m sure you could teach me a thing or two as well.

[@BradPederson55]

EMBRACE THE HATERS! I watch another KZbin channel by a guy named Casey LaDelle. His philosophy is that haters are part of the engagement metrics KZbin uses to determine "compensation" so the more the haters post, the greater his income from the channel. In fact, he actively uses his videos to goad the haters in order to increase his metrics. In other words, use what seems like a negative and turn it to your advantage. Even if you don't encourage your haters, at least see the positive side.

[@GardeningInCanada]

I mean, that is a really good way to think about it actually.

[@mhariclare1]

My beautiful sweet Ashley, ❤️ I am so touched and feel so connected to your spirit right now. My mother was an addict, my grandmother lived with us. Mum had butterflies everywhere…the ultimate symbol of change and new beginnings. Brass ones over the fireplace, wooden ones in every colour along the fence line…just everywhere. 🦋 mum dropped dead a week after her 51st birthday, I was 26. My grandma died almost 1 yr later. February and January respectively. Winters have been eternally rough since then. But my solace came in the springs in the garden. I am outside tending or working on/with something most waking moments. It is my love, and my joy. Oh how I want to be able to wrap my arms around you. You are cherished ❤️🦋🌺. You are my friend, my sister, my daughter….thank you. Grieve when you need and garden every moment you can. I love you 🥰

[@GardeningInCanada]

Oh jeeze that made me tear up ❤️🙏 thank you

[@myjewelry4u]

This last half of the video breaks my heart. I’m sorry you went through all that. We are all here for you. We know you’re a beautiful woman inside and outside! I appreciate you ❤

[@GardeningInCanada]

I appreciate that 🙏

[@theresamurray624]

This was so touching. You my dear are lovely, smart and beautiful. Appreciate all your science, knowledge and by the way....geeks will inherit the earth. 🤘

[@GardeningInCanada]

Hahaha yes I can get down with that

[@michelleh7133]

Just got to the part where you tear up. You are SO awesome. ❤❤❤❤❤ All of you, in all your wonderful splendor that you view as shortcomings. Be so proud of ALL you are!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@LB-vl3qn]

Congratulations, Ashley! Thank you for creating this channel and community and for answering all my gardening questions. I'm so proud of you! ~ Lisa

[@GardeningInCanada]

You are so welcome! 🙏 thank you for being apart of it.

[@VaultDwellerGal]

🥳Congratulations on hitting 100K; that’s a pretty incredible feat. You and your channel are a ray of sunshine; you’ve cultivated an amazing community, and fostered countless of new friendships. Communities like this are the modern day version of penpals. Thanks for all you do, and for being here for us! Much ❤️, Keep on rockin’! GIC in the house!!!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Awee I never thought of us GICs as a massive pen pal conglomerate!

[@kaleyjanenigh]

Oh, Ashley... how do you make me love you more and more through each video? You are such an amazing woman, brilliant, funny, and beautiful. We love you. Here's to 1M! 😊❤

[@gendoll5006]

WE LOVE YOU!! I hope you never change. I’ve learned so much from you and trust you more than anyone with all the blood, sweat, tears, time I’m putting into my yard, garden and indoor plants. You’re so mesmerizingly beautiful and smart and we’re here for it!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much! And thank you for trucking along.

[@gendoll5006]

@@GardeningInCanada I downloaded Patreon and joined the highest membership. I am so honored to support you in any way I can. I don’t have much, but I hope you just feel how loved and appreciated you are! I’m a big girl, mom of two, first year gardening, lots of health issues and you have inspired me so much. Can’t wait to jump on this journey with you!

[@catLBow99]

Wow. I’m pretty new to your channel but you had me in tears watching this 😭 I appreciate your vulnerability and all of the things I have learned so far. You truly are inspiring ❤ 🇨🇦

[@GardeningInCanada]

Oh nooo 😅 poor new GICs are going to need therapy ahah

[@AmandaZuke]

I feel so lucky to have tripped over your channel a few months back. You’re my guru! It’s huge for me to have found someone to learn from whose background is in actual science.

[@GardeningInCanada]

🙏 i really appreciate that thank you for joining along in the shenanigans

[@ourlifeglimpses8926]

My favourite channel, you’ve worked so hard, good variety of topics, love your humour. You also have a lovely calming essence, so happy for you, love and hugs, Shel ☺️

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank so very much 🙏

[@marilynturcotte5304]

I just wanted to give you a huge, enormous, mega hug like a Granny and Aunt!! You rock! I love your geekiness-the nerdier, the better-and your fun, out-of-the-box presentations.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Awe thank you so much

[@chelseamay2460]

You are such a beatiful person!! And I can totally identify with your experincences as someone who has lived in a bigger body all my life, struggles with infertility, and is redheaded. You have really inspired me watching your youtube journey and it even makes me think about starting my own channel because you were able to overcome all those things that you were afraid of about youtube... it makes me think I can too. Thank you for your openness, honesty, intelligence, and expertise!! I love seeing and supporting other women who are kicking ass and taking names. Keep going cause you are killing it! ❤

[@GardeningInCanada]

Awe thank you so much ❤️🙏 you should start a channel. About whatever you feel passionate about for

[@laura-leeclark5880]

Thank you ! Keep being you and thanks for helping me through a hard time of life where plants and gardening have always been my escape but more so now than ever! Right on Ashley!

[@GardeningInCanada]

You are so welcome 🙏 thanks for visiting every week

[@TheKiwiGrower]

Congrats on 100k Ashley! Thanks for sharing your journey, and I’m sorry to hear of the rough times you’ve had. All the best for this year!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much!! ❤️🙏

[@cherylmanson1279]

Oh my goodness! I understand about the year 2023!!!! My sister and I had to clear out our Nassistic Father's hoarding rat infested trailer that was in our name and costly, with my adult daughter in the mental hospital for 25 days with the diagnosis of my Husband with Prostate cancer and telling no one!!! Everything worked out, but boy, oh boy, it was tough!!!❤❤❤

[@GardeningInCanada]

oh jeez that's horrible

[@meerespflanzen]

Continue to be loud and nerdy!! ❤

[@butterpoweredbike6135]

I learned to garden from my Gran. She's been gone for a while now, but I know she'd be tickled by our ability to create community, to be neighbors, in this way. Your channel is a success because of who you are. Thank you for giving us continuing opportunities to learn.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jessicacolgrave4082]

As a Canadian neurodivergent redhead who’s 5”7, bigger and listen to Dimension 20 campaigns while I garden, I’ve really connected with your channel the last few weeks (pretty new here and SOOO glad I found you!) I too was a covid gardener when I really started investing in an outdoor veggie garden 😝

[@GardeningInCanada]

AHAHAH I love this

[@lesliebehrens7252]

I don’t know how long ago but it was awhile - I was trying to learn how to deal with my clay. You came up in the search. You were so serious and delivered very detailed scientific info. I thought it was cool. Later on I came to visit you again and you had loosened up quite a bit. You were laughing and smiling. I was so amazed at your evolution. Congratulations on the 100k. And you totally rock the awkward intelligent tall redhead. ❤

[@GardeningInCanada]

AAHAHA awe I love that ❤️🙏

[@MizzCatlady]

Thank you for all you do and being a great educator and inspiration ❤

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thanks for watching! ❤️🙏 and being apart of the GIC Crew.

[@ronsmith8038]

Ashley, thanks so much for sharing. I really appreciate your courage and your honesty, and I'm so happy to hear your rough patch is moving to the rear view. Also, thanks so much for this channel. Last year I significantly expanded my tiny, tiny garden and your insight has been hugely helpful. There's no one on the internet I trust more.

[@GardeningInCanada]

That’s a big compliment thank you 🙏

[@old-fashionedcoughypot]

Felicitations on your KZbin milestone! l'm the garden manager for our community garden in Sik-E-Dakh, B.C. and quite enjoy your videos. Keep the videos and gardening info coming, eh? Cheers!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Many many thanks 🙏

[@j.b.6855]

Honesty and being real is more important in growing a community around a topic you love. Flashy production and other eye candy only go so far if you dont help people and show a real love of the channels topic. Keep doing what your doing, have fun and be yourself, its worked so far and will likely keep working.

[@GardeningInCanada]

I appreciate that!

[@penelopegreenland3537]

From a fellow redhead. Here is to you and letting your freak flag fly! Love the channel and glad to see you owning yourself!

[@GardeningInCanada]

AHAHA 😂 love this

[@donadams2419]

We love you Ashley. … You have inspired sooo many of us to love gardening and to understand the science behind gardening. … Can’t wait to get some toque and shirts and earth one censor. …

[@zan4110]

I felt so close to you the moment I saw you with CP...and joined your youtube then...!.. couple years now , I guess...You are so much fun and loveable...and I learn something every time...

[@GardeningInCanada]

That’s awesome 👏 ❤️🙏

[@sheamalcolmson5037]

Omg so proud of you. This is amazing. A fellow Canadian that I love checking out. This brings me joy. Plus you’re good looking and loud, the perfect Canadian gal haha. Please keep doing your thing.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Hahah pass the beer 🍺

[@sheamalcolmson5037]

@@GardeningInCanadaout for a rip bud, with a couple of buds! 🇨🇦

[@the_little_potager]

More than just a 100K milestone. Kudos 🤗

[@wendyd4895]

You are SO beautiful, inside and out! I absolutely adore you, especially your humor which makes you so fun to learn from! Hold your head high wherever you go and whatever you are doing. You are an amazing, super smart and wonderful person! Also…I had asked for your help over on IG about my wave petunias for my son’s upcoming wedding and they are doing AMAZING! Thank you again! I’ll send you a pic over there when they are in their full blooming glory. Much love and congratulations from Montana. You deserve it!! ❤️❤️

[@GardeningInCanada]

I remember this conversation! I am so glad they are turning out.

[@MrsBob-fn5gs]

In a world of conspiracy theories, snake oil theories, phobias, echo chambers and just bad science, your channel is so refreshing. I have learned so much! I love that you use plain ol' real science to teach us.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Wow, thank you! 🙏

[@clemqueens1943]

Ashley, you are a dynamic person! I’m a 62 year old mom of young men in Michigan. I drilled into my sons’ heads to aspire to make a living by doing what you love. It’s obvious you do what you love! Your delivery is infectious in the most wonderful way possible!!! I’ve been gardening for most of my life. I love it. It is my therapy. I’m about to lose the ability to garden and I’m terrified at the thought. I will be getting a Bone Marrow Transplant… can’t garden due to possible fungal infection. This will be for a year at least… after that will be done with an N-95 mask and serious gloves if I’m permitted. Gardening has ALWAYS made things better. So I will be watching all my favorite You Tube Gardeners like you to vicariously get my fix! Hah I’m so grateful to you and your channel😊

[@billinburlington5507]

Thank you for all the work you put into this channel. GIC fills a gap in the KZbin gardening sphere. It took me a few episodes to understand what soil science is about and why it is important and how it will help me in my garden. Beyond the content, your “ lessons” are so down to earth😉, you explain the tech terms clearly, and ways we can apply the “lesson” to our garden. Keep being you, and be sure to take time off for yourself so you don’t burn yourself out. Congratulations on your many personal and professional success in dealing the challenges thrown your way…. You are an inspiration on many levels. 100k is Very well deserved.🏆🥇🏅

[@GardeningInCanada]

Awe thank you 🙏

[@miriambartley6622]

I really miss you when I don't see you for a few days. Don't worry I'm a 65 year old grandma. I started following you during 2020. You kept inspiring me.

[@GardeningInCanada]

AHAHAHA Awe jeez that’s awesome ❤️🙏

[@asc3998]

You have no idea how much we all love your channel. I love the regular tips & especially the ones about what not to waste our money on. The fact that you're also a Canadian is an added bonus.

[@bobmephitis8206]

In addition to the incredible information you provide on this channel, especially for those of us who like to grow things in cold climates, you also seem truly genuine and honest which I think is the most beautiful of human traits. Keep it up, you beautiful nerd!

[@GardeningInCanada]

I am identical in person i literally put on zero extra persona 😂

[@bobmephitis8206]

@@GardeningInCanada I would've bet on that just from the 5 or 6 videos of yours that I have seen (I'm relatively new to your channel.) Thank you for this special video.

[@eklectiktoni]

Ashley, I''m sorry for loss. I don't really know what to say in response to your heartfelt message except, congratulations on 100K and thank YOU. ❤I became a subscriber because you always try to come at gardening from a scientific position but still remain open enough to acknowledge that some folk wisdom has merit too. Another commenter said something that I emphatically echo: don't feel apologetic for just being you. None of the things you mentioned - being nerdy, redheaded, or big - are negative in my book. You're a very pretty woman who's smart and knows your stuff. The haters only ridicule you because they are jealous of that.

[@emmanuelrodriguez934]

"The haters are friends too" 🧡 ❤

[@proudhammer62]

We are the GIC Crew! Thanks for everything you do!

[@GardeningInCanada]

You rock!

[@sarndall]

Thank you so much for this video. I have struggled with a lot of the same issues. I also have a lot of anxiety about speaking. It makes me anxious thinking about talking into the camera. ❤

[@GardeningInCanada]

Do it and you will slowly gain confidence

[@janw491]

Really appreciate your open honesty. Too many of these influencers go all shiny and fancy. Fellow nerds really need this reality and support in the garden. I hope you feel that we are there for you. Yeyy for red heads (5ft) this one is now grey but the nature persists ‼️ Oh and if you couldn’t do UTube then you have us on Facebook! GICs rule, so proud of you 🤗

[@GardeningInCanada]

Hahah that’s so true we are amassing a bunch of GICs over there 🤣

[@julescaru8591]

Oh gosh , even though I’m not Canadian ( Aussie ), I’ve been with you since about 30k, couldn’t hardly believe it when the trolls questioned your credentials, you slayed them and I cheered! Congrats on 100k , I came for the info but I stayed because of you! Much love to you Ashley 💕 All the best Jules 😘

[@GardeningInCanada]

Lmfao was it the guy that I sent the link of my degree too? I’m usually not that snotty but that day was not my strongest.

[@julescaru8591]

@@GardeningInCanada it was a joy to behold !

[@sasspopowich1033]

I love your channel! You are funny, smart and really likeable! Your content is great. You are also truly beautiful! Inside and out! I don’t normally comment but you compelled me to today! Sending you much love from Calgary!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much 🙏❤️ I am glad you enjoy the channel

[@greenpaula45]

I have always had a garden but in 2020 I had the time to really get into gardening in a much bigger way. I subscribed to KZbin and I was so happy to find a Canadian gardening channel. I have learned so much from your channel, and I love your get to it attitude. I live on a small island in Southwest New Brunswick (with a lot of weather challenges being out in the middle of the Bay of Fundy). I have become known as someone to ask gardening questions in the past 4 years and I have you to thank for a lot of the knowledge I have acquired. Keep being you and who you are meant to be. Thanks for all you have done and all you are going to do to improve our abilities in the gardening world ❤

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much

[@mariem5990]

What a heart breaking Journey, such strength and courage !! Thank you so much for sharing it with us. We LOVE you and we LOVE your channel. Congratulations on 100k. The new image is beautiful.

[@GardeningInCanada]

I love you guys!

[@tribblesmile2800]

I love watching your channel. There lots of channels in the US, Australia ect. It was so nice to have a Canadian gardener online. Thanks for taking the time to making this channel.

[@JulieGreschner]

You are honest, authentic and a beautiful redhead with a fantastic smile. And. Smart. Smart. Smart. We trust what you teach. Congratulations here’s to more success and joy.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much 😊

[@deegroove6802]

We are honored Ashley, thanks for sharing and all your wonderful content!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you for coming along for the ride!

[@JaxGardening]

Congrats Ashley! Im one of those 2020 gardeners and have learned so much from you over the years and am a full fledged plant geek now. Me and my healthy garden really appreciate everything you do! Always rooting for you!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Awe thank you 🙏

[@TinaComeauArt]

Don't apologize for being yourself, so many people are fake in this messed up world. We need more awesome people like you. You are amazing, you are doing an excellent job!

[@bethb7973]

You rock, the queen geek! I appreciate you being so real and honest. You’ve been through so much and have come out shining brightly. ❤❤❤

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much!! ❤️

[@RobinRepurposed]

Truly one of the most inspiring people I know and it’s been a pleasure to support you and be your friend ❤

[@tb5334]

Congratulations to you & all your hard work. Canadian Prepper had you on as a guest. Your spunky attitude toward Nate & wit shined through. I have learned so much & love your passion & honesty. You are truly a wonderfully geeky soul! (PS. You Plant monitor is the best. Anyone who has not bought one, you are missing out on a wonderful tool! Buy one today!!)

[@GardeningInCanada]

I appreciate that! He said I get to put him through the ringer again soon

[@oldgravely]

you go Girl! you are smart and pretty and funny! rock this world. screw the haters

[@laura-leeclark5880]

Geek crew for life baby! 💪 ❤

[@GardeningInCanada]

Exactly

[@leahnichol6665]

Thank you for your courage and honesty and of course your intelligence and knowledge. Perhaps mostly for being a fellow Canuck. We Canadians need to support each other through the vagaries of life.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Yes that’s so very true

[@faytruhamchuk8002]

We love you and what you teach here is invaluable…. thank you❤️

[@GardeningInCanada]

You are so welcome and I love you guys!

[@LeslieSpeights]

Congratulations on 100k! So very proud of how far you've come. Your qualities are a blessing, and make you uniquely you! i'm here for it 🌱

[@maddieprivate1]

Internet trolls really need to get lives. You rock lady! Love your channel.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Yes they do

[@dipanjalir]

I love nerds. We are my favourite kinda people ♥️

[@GardeningInCanada]

Hahah awee yes

[@marliencripps221]

Congratulations on your success. When I'm talking to fellow gardeners your channel is the one I recommend.

[@GardeningInCanada]

That is very kind

[@marliencripps221]

It's not just kind. You give useful information from your knowledge. You're the soil expert. Thanks for your help. Plus you garden in Canada, it's difficult to get the best information from someone in California.

[@nikiyahaire2552]

Congratulations on the success of your channel Ashley! 🌱💚 Rock those glasses, flaunt your gorgeous red hair (that I envy as a stawberry blonde) and keep building yourself up from the inside out! You rule. You're an all around beautiful and talented person and we all love you.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thank you so much!! ❤️🙏

[@NinoandLo]

Thank you for making this video. I also have a gardening channel and live In Toronto...fellow Canadian. My husband and I (he cooks) started in 2021 when we both were home recovering from "the plague". I have been a subscriber to your channel for a while now. I enjoy watching other Canadian gardening channels (not as many). I really started gardening with a purpose in 2021 and have put a lot of work into KZbin. We have just hit a mildstone of 3000 subscribers. I want to thank you for educating me about the inner workings of gardening. Keep doing what you do and congratulations on 100,000 subscribers.....You deserve it....WELL DONE!!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Wonderful! Love to hear it. ❤️🙏

[@debbiegreenwaldt1604]

Enjoy the info you give us, love your channel, congratulations on reaching 100,00 subscribers. Keep up the great work.

[@GardeningInCanada]

Thanks so much!