"idk if you guys know my lore.." lmao I love me some Benji lore! Had no idea you were an environmental studies major

You know your on the right side of youtube when you instantly feel calm

Benji, as a landscape architect (with 30+ years experience), they did a shockingly good job. Particularly with their plant massing, and that rock placement. Big props on the rock and water feature. Most do no not know that you actually have to "plant" a rock to get that natural repose. Beautiful job. Keep up with ivy removal, it is not gone completely. That is a mimosa tree and it will always be messy AF, but hey, it adds shade and substance to the garden. Just accept the mess, and blow off the water feature and patio area. I do not get the pomegranate tree having that brick behind it (that box), could you remove that last L of brick? That is a little distracting for no reason. Could you clean up some of the excess branches and "suckers" from the existing bases of the trees? @19:41 example. It is hard to see what is going on, sorry. Those pavers are just cobbles, wide spacing. Not very novel, but good choice and installation. Why not put chairs in that area? Or, I see you have at least one bench. A great layout design, only a few minor hiccups. Bear in mind that this is the very worst this will ever look. This is NOT interior design, so looks the worst now, but will just get better. This is done in the spirit of English Cottage, you will see. Props again to them to listen to what you wanted. I assume they amended the soil when they added irrigation. 😍🤩 New subscriber, Thanks.

@colincook2910

5 ай бұрын

You don’t typically amend the soil with California native plants

@rockshot100

4 ай бұрын

@@colincook2910 That makes sense.

I hate grass lawns, thanks for providing a great alternative that looks great!

I think I speak for the rest of us that you are truly an inspiring figure Benji!! Love your videos

12 years ago we did our whole front yard in California natives, through our water dept. They had classes on all aspects of installing watering systems, plant species. When done they pay you for having a drought tolerant yard. I worked at our local Nature Center, and had access to native plant sale that we offered once a year for our community. My husband put in a creek that led from our downspout, so when it rained the water fed into our landscape. He was working in the mountains at the time, and brought home rocks, boulders, it was beautiful. We had a Rogers red native grape growing on our fence all around yard. Birds loved the grapes, as well as neighborhood children.

@erikm8372

6 ай бұрын

And where are these classes that pay you?

@josiee0874

6 ай бұрын

Honestly that is just awe-inspiring

@colincook2910

5 ай бұрын

@@erikm8372I believe they’re talking about the rebate program that several counties have for replacing lawn with drought tolerant/native plants

I love all of your content but THIS IS WHAT I LOVE THE MOST!!! I am a horticulturist/ Landscape Designer and I have been studying native plants for a while. Amazing job educating us about native plants! We have over 8K native plants in California and they are beautiful and they provide so many benefits like you said. We are opening a Native Plant Garden at the SD Natural HIstory Museum in Balboa Park. You will have to come visit and I can show you around, I will be taking care of the new garden!

@anahi7632

6 ай бұрын

is the nattive plant garden open now? I've been meaning to visit the Natrual History Museum because I haven't gone in years. I'd love to see the native plant garden once its open!!

i love that you're promoting gardening with native plants!! in my area, there's a huge issue with english ivy and bamboo taking over and destroying our local forests, so i hope that more people become aware of the importance of cultivating native gardens:)

I’m an LA field botanists and am always so stoked to see more people planting native plants! It makes me so so happy ♥️☺️!!

THANK YOU for talking about how important it is to plant native outdoors!!!

from a lifelong gardener...#1 tip, start keeping unwanted plant species out (weeds) immediately, and consistently. Once a baddie goes to seed your problems and efforts multply exponentially and sometimes you can never get on top of it again without ripping everything out. So, start weeding now! Keep on top of keeping out the ivy and other exotics. Never skip weeding day!

What a great beginning to your native garden! Love the pavers and the bird water feature also! The plants will take off and in no time you will be trimming! All the best in your future endeavors!

PLEASE MAKE ANOTHER VIDEO. My girlfriend and i LOVE your channel and it all inspires us so much. We discovered you maybe a two weeks ago and we have watched every video lol You should see how much our little house has transformed since discovering you lol Cant wait to see you hit 1 million subs, which im sure will be in now time.

oh, I never know that you majored in environmental studies, and supporting local business is amazing!! I would love to wait and see how your garden is gonna be like in future! Hope to have a complete video on it in future!!

If you want moss for the stone path, you can gather it wherever you find it on the street between the pavement and replant it. That is where Nigel Saunders gets his moss for his Bonsai trees.

I'm so glad to hear that the younger people are starting to take an interest in the environment and plants and flowers I've been doing 18/20 years out here memorial Park in New Kensington PA and I've been to have 30 gardens out here just for flowers and some some some trees and what a lot of trees but some fruit trees and a little bit of vegetables but not much my phone keeps going off sorry about that yeah just heard people to come out and enjoy and relax and and for all the animals environment and it's just so beautiful out here so that's good to know that younger people are getting into it thank you very much

California native plant enthusiasts rise up!

I planted native plants on my balcony and it worked a bit too well for insects. It was amazing to see wild bees and butterflies but it didn't end so well for the plants. I went on vacation for one week and when I came back, almost everything had been eaten by caterpillars. Sadly no bird was there to ate some of the caterpillars. I really recommend planting native plants but it's also important to check what species go well together to find a balance. It's winder around here so I'm feeding the birds, hoping that some will come back during Summer, to enjoy some water and caterpillars.

The pavers and the large landscape rocks, with one being a fountain/bird bath, are my favorite parts of this garden. I'm excited to see how it looks over time.

If your landlord wants to keep that live oak he’d better get a certified arborist in there to get weight off that big reaching limb. Can’t wait to see your native CA plant garden mature!❤

the garden looks lovely!! as both a botany student and horticulturalist in california it makes me so happy to see you bridging the gap between houseplant and native plant communities! I watch a few other houseplant and gardening youtubers and its disheartening seeing such lack of regard for the local environment in what species are being planted. you clearly thought this out in a very detailed way and it gives me hope for the world that someone with such a large platform is sharing this kinda stuff 🩵

@rosee1776

5 ай бұрын

ahh i agree about the disconnect within much of the houseplant community with native plants and actually learning about your local environment or the ecosystem/region that the plants they collect are from. benji is so refreshing in this regard! more people need to spread awareness about native plants

had no idea we'd be getting a lesson in the local ecology but it was such a welcome surprise. I loved this, it was so unique and refreshing

This has been my favorite video of yours I was glued to my screen LOL I love to see you embrace native plant gardening. It’s such a fun and rewarding experience. Now you’ll start seeing those plants on hikes and stuff and have such a deeper appreciation. Thanks for sharing this beautiful garden with us! :--)

This video made me cry. It’s so peaceful.

Benji, I admire you for sharing the benefits of native plants and connecting to nature in our residential spaces. I was in a similar place as you, I had an interest in environmental science but pursued a landscape architecture degree since I didn't see a clear career path for myself in the environmental space. I am now a few years into my career as a landscape designer, creating beautiful CA native focused gardens in Los Angeles. I love the thoughtful collaboration with your designers and contractors and excited to see the garden grow in. If you have an opportunity to add in more plants, the Pitcher Sage is one of my favorites, it has a fragrant scent and delicate soft purple flowers. I would love to connect sometime and share our interests. Best of luck with the garden!

I hope your Dad has seen the new garden! He would love it!

You are such an inspiration! What a fantastic project! I especially loved the clip of your little birdie using the rock fountain

This video was really beautiful Benji!! It kinda felt like I was watching a nature documentary, like I could totally see this being on PBS!!!

that oak tree looks magicallll

Wow, this was one of my favorite videos that you've done! I can't wait to see the progress of your beautiful new garden.

Hi Benji! Bravo for keeping the younger generation in the "awareness" mode to keeping our planet healthy and beautiful! Your mindfulness and education in keeping the balance is commendable! Your landscaping is A+ for a backyard habitat for all the creatures to enjoy! (Emphatically, the beneficial ones)! Accolades to the garden contractors! I am so envious of your garden! Hugs!

Awesome job, I planted my yard with native California plants in the Sacramento area. You should connect with your local California Native Plant Society, CNPS, chapter. They might have resources that could help you with the native plants and many of them have public tours of peoples yards that have planted natives plants so that people can get inspired.

Can't wait to see what this looks like when all the plants have grown in!

That oak tree is perfect for a swing!

I love how thoughtful this whole project was, I wish all the nourishment and growth to your beautiful garden! And I hope you are not being too hard on yourself for losing the footage- these things happen to everyone and this video was still incredibly informative and cohesive to watch. Keep it up Benji, you are super appreciated!

I really love the paver pattern it’s so organic and lived in. Love your videos so much.

I love how this turned out! I just bought my first house and I want to re-do my backyard, this was so inspiring. Love to learn about the importance of native plants, thanks for sharing your journey!

U should talk to the owner and buy that house in the future if the owner sell let 😊 is soo cute and cozy ❤❤❤❤

please please please more videos like this about natives and ecology!! its one of my main passions and so amazing to see u spreading the good word, more people need to learn about the importance of planting natives with your landscaping

Good rock pairings ❤so sweet, and an awesome job on the backyard. I can't wait to see an update!

Awesome project Benji 👏👏 Can’t wait to see how the garden fills in and transforms over time 😀🇨🇦

Already beautiful, the garden will look so amazing❤

Best tenant ever, also I love that you don't scream all the time like other youtubers.❤

Hi Benji, Bula Greetings from Fiji! Thanks for sharing details on your native ecosystem(s) with landscaping processes ... much appreciated! I'm working to develop Urban Forestry in Fiji as a vehicle for native ecosystems recovery.

Amazing transformation and once is all grown and settled will be more amazing. Great work from all involved! 💚🍀🌵🌱💚

Been here since your rudsta cabinet build lol love to see you spread the love for native plants!

Your backyard seems pretty large and I love the look of it. Trees and vegetation 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

Benji!!! I love this. It’s so beautiful. I can’t wait to see how the plants grow into the space. I love that you incorporated native plants and local businesses. Great job:)

Benji, I completely agree with the ethos of your garden. I love the design wirk, the rocks and pavers. So glad you were able to pull off this endeavor with so much support. Here's wishing you guys lots of joy in the garden ❤

Great video! Great content! This was the best promotional video of local businesses I've seen on KZread so far! All of the companies you worked with on this project did a great job. Can't wait to see the transformation as the garden grows in!

This was wonderful! I loved hearing about the climate benefits and what the different plants were. I can’t wait to see how the garden changes and grows in the future!

Talking about the environment looks good on you! Such a beautiful project :)

This was an awesome video Benji! So important, die to climate change. I really appreciate your information and example - thanks so much - much 💕 love

holy, the renovation transformed the garden into something so beautiful

eeee I’m so excited to see garden updates as the plants grow!!! 💚

This brought me to happy tears! I'm so excited for your garden to transform and support the native environment. I'm happy that you have this opportunity and am thankful for how you consistently inspire me!

This is so wonderfully laid out and so silently beautiful, it takes your yardscape to a whole other world. Stunning work to all the teams!

Look like you have a lot of time in that train Benji, new video come out so fast!

Looks fantastic! I love native gardens. It'll be great to see how it grows in after a year or so.

Fantastic! Native plants being reintroduced and a so important. Not just in Southern California, but all over the earth! 💯 👏 👏 👏

Enjoyed this video,especially the milkweeds. Thanks Benji.

Awesome garden; thanks for sharing Benji!

I love this video Benji! Awesome message 💚🌿

Native plants are so cool and underrated! As someone interested in nature conservation and entymology as a hobby, i'm so happy you decided to give native plants some space! You wont regret it, i swear! 😊

It came out really nice!! Your area looks very peaceful! The fountain is my favorite.

Beautiful the whole video just beautiful, thank you Benji always an inspiration

I love your garden, before and now ! this messy, natural environment is exactly what I like ... even when there is no plants on the soil under the trees I like it .... the pavement and boulders with the fountains are so nice

Your garden looks so similar to our yard in the Philippines! It looks so homey and gives me nostalgia. Makes me miss the birds chirping especially first thing in the morning 🥰

I appreciate your project ìt very relevant now hope all young people is interested in environment protection good luck and God bless

So calming. Thank you.❤🎉😊

Your videos bring me so much joy 😢

that whole garden is amazing, it will be an oasis in 2 - 3 years. I have been planting native gardens here in the UK most of my adult life.... where you have those pavers you could keep an eye out for little bits of moss that have been dislodged by birds and place it in the cracks to see if it will take, it often does especially if you water it... great video and so inspiring

Benji, Looks so quiet, calm & I could hear the water running, loved the pavers too. Wish my dad had done smaller pavers, since ours are reg size, many are broken cause of weight of our cars. Anyway till the next time my friend🌳 oh, I can hardly wait till the flowers start blooming....

i really love this video so incredibly much. i’m a 17 year old aspiring landscape architect and i just feel like im going down the right path right now.

Good thing i was scrolling thru my subscriptions, i didn't get a notification. Looks amazing. I have been squeezing in a little work on the side of the house. Bought a couple of , roses, boungavillas, etc. Just praying February's weather is mild. Your hair looks good today.

The vlogs are always calming n top teirrr

Very inspiring your videos. Thank you for that

So cool to see which plants are native in your area!

Happy Holidays

I loved your garden. I would cover the rock waterfall tube with some plants, small stones and moss to disguise it. ❤️

This is so cool!!!!

Nature's canvas at its finest! 🌿✨

That's such an amazing video !

im a horticulture major and this is cool to learn thank you benji! you should come to the college I attend and support our plant sales!

I love the native redesign! “Manicured” lawns are so bad for the environment 🥺😢🥺 I hope you guys have a warm and wonderfully blessed Yule (Winter Solstice)!!! 😁🤗🥰

I love to see the vast variety of native plants. I enjoy watching your videos because I'm currently planning to study in a major that involves climate when I graduate and your videos help me a lot . (

Amazing. Thanks for sharing.

Well now I wondered where You've Been 😮 You've been Missed 😢 Happy Holidays Welcome Back 😍 Hope Your Having a Marvelous 🎄🎵🎄🎶🎶🌲Holiday Season ❤❤❤

Thank you so much for this video. I have a great interest in the effects of climate on landscape. I live in New York City where it rains a lot more than it did 40 years ago when I first moved here. It never stops raining here, almost as much as Portland OR. I had spent the previous summer in the Bay Area where the dry summers changed the landscape. I would like to commend you and Chris for taking the steps to help your landscape. Your videos are beautiful and I always enjoy them.

i hope we get yard progress footage in all future home updates

benji I am not going to lie I’ve always thought I’d be a penthouse type of gal but you’ve officially changed my mind. And now I’m determined to get a house with a nice garden to relax and contribute to more to mother earth. Thank you!

Its beautiful.

It looks great!! Don’t worry about not having all the clips, it still looks amazing

Your little garden is lovely , I am sure it will mature to a great space, I know you won’t pick plants toxic to your dog, and I would love to see a large bird bath as well ❤ or a small dog bath for hot days ❤❤❤❤❤❤

Wow I like every video of yours.

Beautiful transformation in the garden! Excited to see it mature. Don’t forget to use mosquito dunks in the water feature or your mosquito problem will get worse.

@robbrent

3 ай бұрын

What is a dunk?

@mwilliamanderson

3 ай бұрын

@@robbrent It’s a small donut shaped thing you can add to ponds and water features that according to their website: Kills mosquitoes before they're old enough to bite The only product with bti, bacteria toxic only to mosquito larvae Lasts for 30 days and treats 100 square feet of surface water Non-toxic to all other wildlife , pets, fish, and humans Labeled for organic gardening by the usepa Use Mosquito Dunks in any standing water including rain barrels, bird baths, tree holes, elevator shafts, planter reservoirs, rain gutters, etc

Just realized that I DO KNOW some Benji lore, feels funny 😂

I can’t wait to see it mature. And let us know how you remove the debris in the fountain basin. I really like that fountain.

Love this video! I do own a house and dream to use the local rebate program to plant a native rain garden some day. Native rain garden in the front, fruit/veggie garden in the back. Really turn the outdoors into a useable, productive space for myself and mother nature. Also editing to add that I also majored in environmental studies (and chemistry :D )

such an awesome project!! You're awesome. Saludos desde Costa Rica :)