Funny story. A tree nursery had a customer that had no luck with planting a tree in front lawn, of a new sub-division on edge of town. Three unsuccessful attempts. Finally the neighbor across the street came over & said, “You’re never going to get a tree to grow there”. Oh, why is that? “Because when this was a cow pasture, that’s where the salt block was!”

@realamerican4434

7 ай бұрын

😂 reminds me of an old guy who used to come to my restaurant I worked at and would tell the story of how many cows used to poop there lol 🤣😂😂😂 because that land was old cow pasture 20 years ago.

@FrostyTheSnowman12321

4 ай бұрын

⁠@@realamerican4434Manure & Salt react VERY differently for plants tho! 🤔

I've never seen a garden center with so many evergreen options. I'm jealous

Russell is the quality control inspector. Everything must first go through his approval process.

@tammystuard4835

Жыл бұрын

Good point! 😉 I was just telling my husband about how fun Russel is to watch.

@cynthiaann4465

Жыл бұрын

He wants to be wherever Laura is. 💕

@missyflutter5562

Жыл бұрын

Great story bro

@chrispetrosh127

Жыл бұрын

@@cynthiaann4465 my savannah always wants to be right by my side….supervisor…lol

Laura not wanting to mess up "swoop" 😂 I worked in nursery for 30 years. Retired now but still fix displays if I shop.

@rofleury2801

Жыл бұрын

Me, too! I’m compelled to keep things looking ‘nice’!

A coffee and 30 min of Garden Answer 👏😍 Happy weekend everybody 💐

Your mom gets the best plants. I wish I had a nursery that nice near me. Kudos to your parents. ❤️

The arbs are likely struggling because Aaron keeps planting them in a hard pan tube. The holes need to be at least 2-3 times wider than the root ball, so the roots have somewhere to go. The auger “polishes” the sides of the hole, which only makes it harder for the roots to penetrate.

@dustyflats3832

Жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same. The sides need to be ruffed up and they should be watered in right away.

@a.b.6573

Жыл бұрын

Yup, hard clay here and we dig $500 holes for a $5 plant. 😂

@soccermom1245

Жыл бұрын

you make a great point. the piedmont area of NC is mostly clay. When you dig a hole for a plant there lots of pine fines, etc. are needed in order to avoid digging a clay "pot" that holds water and drowns the roots. Also, planting the crown a bit higher helps.

@lindat5321

Жыл бұрын

​@@soccermom1245 yes 100%. The right kind of hole makes all the difference. Aaron needs to score the sides of the hole before putting the tree in it.

@rebeccarussell-os9ft

Жыл бұрын

I agree, the holes should be much wider

Always nice to know that Laura’s just like the rest of us, “I should probably have one of those somewhere,” “this one’s cute, I have to have at least one,” “oh wait, is there enough room in the truck?” 😂😂😂😂

Laura inspires me so much. She is truly living the dream. She is hard working and adorable. I know her property and job allow for SO much more than I am able to do in my own spaces, but the passion comes through and pushes me to enjoy what I CAN do and create on my little suburban lot. Thanks!

I love how Laura always has to give the plants a "little pat on the head". LOL

@GardenHappy

Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness you are right!!! How cute!

@waitingpatientlyforsummer

Жыл бұрын

Lol

@anabellabalbuena3670

Жыл бұрын

She’s awesome 🤩 ❤

@marebear09

Жыл бұрын

Hehe 😊

@rofleury2801

Жыл бұрын

Good little plant! 🌲

Good morning, Laura ☕️ I’m with you, Aaron should swap out those last two arbs and you can plant the littles elsewhere. Andrew’s is filling up! Hurry up, Spring! Have a Blessed Day 😊🐈

@dustyflats3832

Жыл бұрын

I think he was too tired and had second thoughts that they didn’t look so bad after all.😂

@christycoalson36

Жыл бұрын

​@@dustyflats3832 that's what I was thinking too. lol poor Aaron was struggling with that last one a little bit. I'm sure he will swap those last two out once he rests n is ready to tackle that project again 😊 planting in hard pan is hard work

@mariafolch8067

Жыл бұрын

That was Laura's idea at 27:32

@suechitwood9271

Жыл бұрын

Agree !!!

I heard myself - "Look at these! Aren't they cute?" My daughters always say that I sound like I'm at a pet store when I go plant shopping! I really can't wait to go plant shopping! Western Washington crazy weather! Thank you for a fun video!

@cyndiburns7932

Жыл бұрын

I talk to my indoor plants all year long and my veggie and flower garden Spring, Summer and Fall! It seems to me they really respond to positive comments!😂😂😂❤❤❤

Oh my, Laura! How in the world can you remember all the plant sizes? I bow to the master.💪👏💚

@sandrachristiansen1271

Жыл бұрын

She reads the labels

My favorite videos are the ones where Laura visits her parents' Garden Centre. I can only imagine the convenience of having year round access to such a beautiful garden center. I'm a little jealous.

@pollytiks3885

Жыл бұрын

I’m a LOT jealous 😍🤩 🪴!!!

Laura, I just love your tenacity! You just get in there and get it done. Thank you for inspiring myself and many others to get in there and give it a go! Blessings!

Pretty plants. Laura, a bit of advice from an older woman. You've had two children and I know you wouldn't want anything to keep you from gardening. You REALLY need to stop lifting things that are heavy. Not only can a hernia take you out of a gardening season, but look up prolapse. It's a condition that no one talks about and affects so many women. You have help to move and load heavier things. Take it from someone who knows.

Great video, love to see you & Aaron (the tree man) shopping together for plants! You both complement each other so well and adds another layer to your videos.

Russell checking out the new inventory. Love that cat.

Aaron's reaction when he gets trees is just phenomenal! Loved it when he found the pallate of 4 😊 such cute little ground covers, I thought you would have gotten at least w of each, Laura 😬 fingers crossed for the new arbovitaes ... that they take 💯

Love to hear Aaron sounding like a gardener!💖

You should get hubby to lift the big pots

Thanks for a great informative. This video helps me calming down. My father is at the hospital and has a bad pneumonia. He’s stable and improving. Pray for my father, Joe.

@jeanbrewer576

Жыл бұрын

🙏🙏praying that he gets better

@gracebowden9454

Жыл бұрын

🙏🙏🙏

@biblegachasstories5005

Жыл бұрын

May He be healed in the Name of Jesus Christ

@Thingys-Jill

Жыл бұрын

May God bless Joe with recovery.

@lauriponikiewski9372

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your prayers. Unfortunately, my father passed away last Monday. Thanks everyone. ♥️♥️

Russell sneaking behind you at 24:45. Love it!!

I enjoyed hearing the mourning dove in the background when you were unloading the treasures.

@tonyaperry4763

Жыл бұрын

It sounded like a hoot owl to me. LOL😅

Good luck on the new Arbs! In my area we sometimes get a caliche layer so thick the tree roots can’t bust through it. I read an extension article about the difference in performance if you pickaxe a hole through that layer. They also said extension may have maps indicating the depth of the caliche layer, because we are also heavily agricultural (so they know where it is). I know this Arb will make it! (But just in case)

Laura, you have such a creative, descriptive, meaningful association way to describe things. When you said that cypress had an “under the sea” look to it, I said YEAH, that’s exactly what it looks like. Oh my, how I wish I had you closer to me. I have a vision for my 8b, Foley, AL “blank canvas” backyard garden in my head, I just can’t make it happen. I think I might have to put it on paper to make it come to life. You, Aaron and your family bring such joy to your viewers; thank you for what you do.

@lindaga820

Жыл бұрын

Good luck with creating your backyard area , I'm sure it will be beautiful !!

@jeanrollings1390

Жыл бұрын

Hello Foley, AL! I'm in Gulf Shores, AL. Have you visited family owned Abbotts Greenhouse off County Road 20? They may be able to help you as you plan your local garden. We have a beautiful long growing season and lots of choices. Hope they can inspire you!

@robintranchina6588

Жыл бұрын

@@jeanrollings1390 YES, I live down Hickory. I visit Abbot’s a lot. Tonya, Steve & Billy know me well. I’ve purchased a few shrubs, perennials & annuals from them for my front and side gardens. I tore out the “new construction” front garden; the shrubs they use were ridiculous! I’m waiting for Tonya to bring out the Pineapple Guava and Eucalyptus. I joined the Gulf Coast Garden Club. We are going to greenhouses in, I believe Robertsdale & Loxley for our next meeting April 1st. It’s been a joy gardening in Foley. I just don’t have a great design skill when it comes to hard scapes an garden bed layout. I’m having an arbor built next week. Thank you for reaching out.

@Thingys-Jill

Жыл бұрын

@@robintranchina6588 Be careful with Eucalyptus. They are like Black Walnut and cause other greenery to die. They also hog all the water.

We would love a garden center tour with prices called out!!

Looking good! Thank you for showing all the various plants and always appreciate all the extra information /tidbits so I can make better judgments on what to add to my own garden😊 I love seeing how beautiful you’all are transforming your property .

Dang, Laura! Bet you've got some impressive biceps, too! That's was a real workout lugging and lifting all those plants! 🦸‍♀️

I think Aaron should dig the hole wider. I thought you’re supposed to dig the hole 2x the size of the root ball. I would think it would help with the hard pan. Idk. Love you guys!

You make the simplest things interesting! Fun video again! Thanks

@cwhittaker6714

Жыл бұрын

Good morning!

@janeygunn4311

Жыл бұрын

I agree!

@WhittAcres

Жыл бұрын

Good morning all!

Love it Laura: "there's no ice or frozen soil? well, then lets start planting" Hey GA Family- it's a go!!!

Morning everyone

I agree that the hole needs to be wider and water them in! Even in MI we water arbs often

Good morning! What a great garden center. Wishing I had one close by that offers what your parent’s center does. The variety of plants is amazing.

Dang my back hurt just watching you😮 you’re amazing , thanks for taking us along, Laura in beast mode while I’m in my tub soaking with a strong cup of coffee anticipating cleaning my greenhouse 😫❤️

@bihakuma3877

Жыл бұрын

Lol. Emphasis on anticipating. Let us know when you get to it😅

Every time I watch one of these plant shopping videos, I think "I need one of those" and then have an interesting time trying to figure out where to put it in my garden lol

Aaron keeps killing Arborvitae. I keep killing Lavender. Aaron's murderous tendencies affirm my own need to plant Lavender. Thanks Aaron 😎

@donhorn548

Жыл бұрын

I’ve killed lavender three time as of 2022. Last time in a pot with new soil. That plant does not like me. Going to try again this year, wish me luck.

@brooke1615

Жыл бұрын

Try mixing tiny stones into the soil to help with drainage

@laraemitchell9064

Жыл бұрын

I have trouble with lavender. I think I water it too much.

@onlyme639

Жыл бұрын

Poor Arborvitae’s test the soil they must dislike it

@Winnie-Kay

Жыл бұрын

@@donhorn548 haha😄 same. Lavender does not like me. Good luck 👍

I would love to know how you and Aaron met. You both have such a true love of plants and designing. Your relationship seems so sweet; you are a joy to watch.

What fun, shopping for garden plants. Picking up the fruit trees you chose. Too many beautiful evergreens to decide on. Look foward to seeing where they go. 🌳🪴🌲🍊👏🤙😍

Although I live in an apartment I never tire of going to the Garden Center where landscape dreams come true ... 💖 this stuff.

I love seeing more of Aaron, his work is well done

Keep an eye out for a Bird’s Nest spruce, Laura! It’s a favorite in my garden (zone 6a, Massachusetts) I think mine is a dwarf version…~ 2 ft tall x 4-5 wide after ~ 20 years. I love the natural depression in the middle & the soft texture. I’m looking for a spot to put in a Hinoki Cypress too. That color & texture…swoon

@janet1646

Жыл бұрын

Oh I got one of these last year. I love it!

The deer in our neighborhood clean off arborvitae like it’s a popsicle! I wish we could have them 😂

Good morning all have a safe and blessed day 🥰

I love that Montana juniper!! My family is originally from Montana. KZread put this video first today because ive been going back in time and watching all your old videos, after i watch the new one for the day. I loved the video explaining your garden spaces. You guys have done so much!! Congratulations and I love your content and your family involvement, family is everything ❤️

I remember you had that water issue with one of those Arbs.. like the hole was flooded when you pulled the tree out last year. I think it’s awesome that you guys could use them somewhere else, like a small clump of 3 somewhere out there. You should let us know if Aaron planted the last two! Great episode! Gosh, I wish I had a garden center in my town!! It’s raining here in Michigan today! Have a great day everybody!! 😊♥️

@dustyflats3832

Жыл бұрын

We have a garden center, but the purchases would put you in the poor house. Raining and Cold 🥶 in WI. Couple more days and finally warmer.

I love the stash of plants behind the greenhouse 🤣👍🏼

I have no true planting space for these sort of plants but it's sure fun to watch you both shop and plant in your gorgeous gardens. Was excited to have you point out the bowling ball as I do have one of those that's at least 10 years old.🌺☘️🌺🌷

I've always had best results with arborvitae plantings following three easy steps in my zone 3 to 4 gardening. Dig wide to allow plenty of extra space for the root ball....give it room to establish itself. Fill the hole with water and let it drain before placing the tree. Toss in organic matter with with the garden soil when refilling the whole. For first 2 to 3 months water regularly. Cedars are thirsty plants and do best with the extra attention to moisture levels while establishing theirroot system. Hope this helps....you have guided me so many times with your videos.....feels good to return the favor.

FedEx truck at 18:33. Being a FedEx delivery driver myself. How fun would it be to be coming there on a daily basis!

Watch your back, Laura! Old lady advice here. Once you hurt it lifting heavy things, it never quite recovers as you grow older. We can’t lose you to a back injury. Take care of yourself, so we’ll have you with our morning coffee for years to come. ❤️

WOW! The energy and strength you have Laura is incredible! To save your back a little next time back the truck up to the greenhouse, I cannot have you hurt yourself ❤❤❤❤

Good 🌄 morning from Maryland.

Top o' the mornin' to ya, ☘️ Happy St Patrick's day one and all☘️ all the way from Ireland 🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪

Good morning! 🌻🐝

I think this is a good example of why mixed borders are better for the average gardener. You have greater resources than a lot of people so it might not be an issue for you. But I see people around here in GA plant walls of arbs and most of the time in a few years you’ll see some of them dead or dying. So you have to replace them and either wait for them to catch up or spend even more money for larger trees. I do agree with others about a larger hole and rough sides since there’s so much hard pan.

I love it when you go shopping for trees and plants! Love to see what's out there!

I vote for doing all 4, too. Those two little ones look sad, like they’re in the wrong spot and miss their friends. 😢 I hope they thrive in their new location.

When you augar your hole make it way bigger and incorporate the soil around it. When it rains or is watered the water sits in the soil that's hardpan and don't drain away. Lossening the soil way out keeps the soil from pooling thus rooting the roots. Not sure but it has worked for me with our soil.

Those new Arbs look great! I'm with you Laura, dig out the other 2 and plant them somewhere else. I'm surprised you only came out with those few plants, it would be so hard to resist, lol.

Morning Everyone 🥰

Going with sister to a nearby town today to have lunch with ourAunt and to visit with sister’s niece who was recently diagnosed with cancer. But first…..my daily dose of Laura to start my day.

What a fun video! I felt like I was there.....and seeing Aaron plant the "replacement & his wisdom" was wonderful!🌲🌲🌲🌲 Laura, I am so impressed with your selection of "miniatures" --- will you ever consider planting a "miniature" plant garden for our desire of seeing you design a mini garden for us?

Aaron - Love your trust that these newly planted trees won't need to be watered by you for a month or so. I'm thrifty too regarding the cost of plant replacements but I would suggest you might want to water them now so you won't be wondering why the Spring planted arbs didn't take either. The hole looked pretty dry so that will give you an idea of how little rain water seeps down there. Enjoy seeing you in the garden with Laura!

💚💜 Rain drizzle this morning here in ohio as well. I love how Aaron has such love for 🌲 🌲 🌲 😊my opinion they make the garden, it gives life in every way. It houses wildlife and you need wildlife to have that secret fairy tale garden!!

I'd pop out the small ones and plant them somewhere else and put in the big ones. The garden centre I work for is getting their first truck load of plants the end of this month and I have been called back to work to help with it (oh my aching body!!).

What a fun video. It's great to have a longer video. I love how excited you get when in the Garden Center with all the plants, running up to them when something catches your eye. Do you leave the tags on the plants,/trees keep a log, a box of tags on a shelf? I like to leave the tags but they usually end up disappearing and I don't have a clue what the plant is. Have a terrific day.

Laura I just love your parents garden center!! if i was able, i’d so love to come by meet your parents and go shopping there!!! ❤. i live in Mississippi on the gulf coast , that would be one heck of a hall!!! if i had the finances i’d do it in a heartbeat. but,, never say never!!! i just love your channel and look forward to Sunday mornings for coffee and Garden Answer!! ❤🪴🌱🌼🌻🌹🌸🪷

I would also do a soil testing on that spot. There maybe something in the soil on that spot. I agree with the rest to make the hole larger and rougher

Haha!! Squishy. Soggy. Damp. Welcome to my world here in the PNW!

You are giving me so many idea for my new landscape plan!

Great video! I’m so geared up for spring!❤

Great day to go plant shopping, thank y'all for taking us along

I Lov the beautiful garden center, and Great selection U hv options how lovely!! Kitty's are also Adorable Cuties!! > was surprised Aaron didn't cut into r[out ball help open them up a bit?? Great too see Ur day's progress, Awesome!!

Love your videos. I always learn something new.❤

Yippie! Field trip day to Andrews! I saw many things I would have bought! I also would pop those smaller arbs out and put in the ones that have more growth on them. 😊

Laura on the two shorter arbs replace with the two taller one's and maybe use the shorter ones in your new brick patio you mentioned a pencil forms just an idea you can manage height etc

Funny Aaron said something about the colored arb. I have sunkist arborvitae and my neighbor lady came over one day and we were discussing my plantings and she pointed tonthr arb and said don't worry, it should come back nice. I said that's how they're supposed to look, like the sun is hitting their tips. She looked at me like I was crazy. I like them. Up against North pole arbs, they really stand out.

Those evergreens are so pretty! And I am loving the tiny pine and spruce!! Have to go find some of those! 🌿🤗 Cuuuuute!!

Love plant shopping for the landscape with you❤

Plant the other two arbs. You got plenty of space for the stunted ones! Also, what are the chances you will find perfect matches again later on!!!

Love when you go shopping for more plants or trees.

Thanks for the video today! Always enjoy a trip to the garden center, even on a rainy day! All the tree choices are perfect!

I had to laugh - Aaron says I need an arb, maybe two but at least one....then buys 4! That's exactly how I plant shop!

Laura, you may have already answered my question... I was wondering if you could replant the arbs you took out somewhere different on your property. They all look pretty good still.... well, at least through my phone screen😉

The variety available at Andrews is always amazing to me. Hope Aaron takes the two arbs out and plants them in the other landscape.

What a fun day even though was raining!🤗❤️🤗

Good video, lots of info I’m looking for this season 👍🏼

I love your parents Garden Center it is so cute and inviting, I always enjoy the tour videos. I live in Edmonton Alberta zone 3 so its still too early to buy outside plants. Thank you for sharing.🌷🌲🌹

You are living my dream. Thank you for sharing.

Hi Laura! Good bought! These little perennials look very cute in the garden, I think they will decorate the flower beds and become real pets)

Well, how fun! I have finally been there and can now picture what you 2 are walking through. Happy day😃

Thank you for sharing the names of all the trees! I live in Maine and have a short growing season (lots of snow still) so shrubs/trees with yellow on them make me happy! The beautiful color pokes out of the snow and is just lovely. I am going to look for the frosted juniper you showed along with a couple more! Thank you guys, have a great day.

I am looking for small evergreens too, for a new bed, mainly for winter interest, and I am just shocked at the choices you showed us. Such variety, I never knew existed. Boy, is your parents’ garden center a treasure trove. Lucky you and those who can shop there.

Thank you taking me along on your shopping trip. I love being apart of your visions without costing me any money. ❤️

I love the plants and trees at your mom's garden center really pretty. The Dwarf every greens are so nice.

So much variety to choose from! You are very fortunate 😊

Fun day following you at the garden center. Great information on the trees you bought and arbs look great Aaron.

Love love love the little evergreens you got!💚💚💚