For plants, keep low so any vehicle coming out of the property can see over them. Bring in greens that mimic the evergreen shrubs you’ve got in the circle which you can see from the street. Plant plenty of bulbs and go for four season interest, so something beautiful to look at all year round. Consider what you’d like for holiday decorations too, if any.

@Aazure_Skys

Жыл бұрын

I was going to pretty much say the same thing. Avoid putting in trees because thier root will lift up your nice drive way, possibly sift the pillars and that nice brick wall.

@shainazion4073

Жыл бұрын

They should really research native plants and redo the grounds with those. These evergreens are not native to most areas.

@dttttt

Жыл бұрын

Agree. As we live in a neighborhood where the people who live next to the main road do not adhere to this. You can't see cars coming. And they can't see you. It's dangerous. Keep the plants very low. I would do a low xeriscape groundcover and plant low native bushes that don't need much water closer to the brick wall. You don't want to need to water out there often. And really, I wouldn't completely block the wall and columns with plant material. They frame the entrance to the chateau nicely.

@Angie_P

Жыл бұрын

Agree with not planting anything high at the corner close to the street. It's very dangerous.

@melaniea8301

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@@shainazion4073 thank you for bringing up native plants. They are so underrated. I would definitely narrow down the list of bushes and perennials based on the country, or at least continent, of origin and then pick from those that way it helps local insects and birds.

Lavender would look beautiful, is native to France, would greet everyone with a beautiful scent, is great for bees, and deters mosquitoes. Plus you could use it in the chateau for vases and in wardrobes and drawers

@JaZmine147

Жыл бұрын

Lavender is the best.

@dees3179

Жыл бұрын

My favourite. But it always dies! How do I keep it alive?

@stephaniesnape6787

Жыл бұрын

Buy the right type; prune it at the right time; plant in a border of them (they seem to be ‘herd’ plants); if all else fails - replace because they are worth it xxxx

@laurie4275

Жыл бұрын

Lavender would be perfects! Yes!

@MissRubyTuesday61

Жыл бұрын

@@dees3179 that’s my problem also and end up buying new each year 😮

Fabulous! And very peculiar how Ziggy turned into an Aristocrat all of a sudden. Notice his air of superiority? Who knew cobblestone would have an empowering effect on the master of the manor as it did? I say...🐶

@spiritofanu3112

Жыл бұрын

I love Ziggy. He has become quite the canine aristocrat!

@b.walker5955

Жыл бұрын

@@spiritofanu3112 🐾💖Yeap for me, just one look is all it took. From the moment they surprised the girls with a puppy, I have been all in.

@nanou7314

Жыл бұрын

He really did transform into this haughty creature quite suddenly. Like this is what he'd been waiting for all along. No one messes with Ziggy now. This is his gate. His castle. His lowly humans.

@b.walker5955

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@@nanou7314 🤣😉

@kimgreen9342

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A selection of low growing rhodos would be lovely but also something like the red twig willow for fall.

As a professional landscaper, I am a bit concerned about the soil depth in the two beds by the entrance. Unless you can dig a bit deeper, I would advise you to choose drought tolerant plants with shallow root systems. With that shallow a depth of top soil/and a lot of sand it will in my experience be hard to maintain moisture even with a watering system. My advice would be to go for using drought tolerant herbaceous perennials and bulbs. Colour wise I think green and white would really complement the view of the house. Edit: As someone else suggested lavender could also work as they prefer well draining soil.

@iu.5146

Жыл бұрын

Sedum would be good and heather.

@ritajohnson5594

Жыл бұрын

How would hydrogens work they could be kept low enough but the soil concerns me

@kgummee

Жыл бұрын

Lavender would be pretty and low maintenance.

@aksileb

Жыл бұрын

Aren’t they located in Normandy? So lots of rain. Like a lot

@PernicketyPern

Жыл бұрын

@Agda Even with a lot of rain, with that depth of top soil and rocky foundational soil it will likely drain away fast. It all depends on exactly what the substrate consists of. Even with a lot of rain, the plants in those beds will also have to withstand 30+ degrees celsius in the summer months.

A double hedge of lavender along the driveway would be lovely! They are in bloom for so long, they attract pollinators, and they stay low and wouldn't block sight lines. You trim them almost to the ground in late winter each year to keep them in shape.

@marigeobrien

Жыл бұрын

That does sound nice. Also, it's said to be good luck to plant lavender near your door or entry. ;)

The reclaimed cobble-stones are so beautiful. I hope the stonemasons are proud and pleased.

If you guys ever want some easy content, you could do a video of a day going through town, running errands, whatever, all in French, subtitled or not. As an American who is trying to learn French, I love to hear the language spoken naturally and colloquially. I’m sure there is other people who would love a video like this as well for the same or different reasons.

@cherylcolomb4174

Жыл бұрын

I second this! More French lessons too, please 😅❤

@joannasmith4793

Жыл бұрын

I agree all I. French video would be amazing

@dajordan7507

Жыл бұрын

I would love that as well!

@sabalight2558

Жыл бұрын

I would like as well ... because it all happens in France and because i think a big part of the followers are french ... And it is allways a sooo strange feeling to see so many people talking english in France. (When i'm in France i never meet english people. For me personally it's ok like it is because i'm here for the chateau, for Anna and Philipp AND to learn english ! This channel is my english lesson (i didn't have any english class at school). So a mix would be the best.

@sabalight2558

Жыл бұрын

@@joannasmith4793 But not only ! I'm french and i'm here to learn english. =) But for sure, when i'm watching videos about a french place, it is a little bit strange to hear english. (Well ok, i'm a french woman in Germany and know many french people here as well, and i talk with them, it's the same, in can understand it)

So satisfying! And so heartening to know that there are still stonemasons and metal workers who know the old techniques!

I'm sure Jean-Paul and his people had not been able to complete the job so fast and well as they did, without Ziggy's supervison. He is SO cool.

Definitely green and white plants, low closer to the paving gradually getting taller further away, so that it emphasises the paving and the entrance to the chateau. Lots of repetition of plants. Am loving it!

@PernicketyPern

Жыл бұрын

Seconded

@bjamo8738

Жыл бұрын

I agree. Although I might add two or three pencil pines at the back on the curves.

Magnificent!! As a retired architect it makes me so happy to see the diligence and love that you expend on the restoration of the Chateau and it's landscaping. Wonderful!!

@lindal.8861

Жыл бұрын

Such craftsmanship in the laying of the stones. I am in awe.

Quality masonry fascinates me. Equal parts art and engineering. I think they're underappreciated by most people.

The stone entrance is fantastic! ❤

Those cobbles are wonderful! It's always a joy to see master craftsmen doing their job 😍

Ziggy looks regal in front of the Château entrance! 😊 It’s a good thing Phillip never throws away any thing. 😂 Thank you Phillip, and Anna

White hydrangeas would suit the entrance area really well, and their shape would also go nicely with the more organically shaped cobblestones. Love the repurposing of old materials!

I’m not crying, you’re crying…just so perfect…I am just beyond thrilled for you!

Ziggy just makes me smile ,love him, he’s such a good 🐶 dog❤ And of course the whole family too😊

Those cobble stones look AMAZING! If I could afford reclaimed French cobble stones for my backyard I would be the happiest person! The character they give is perfect.

Master gardener here, zone 5B. 35 miles north of Chicago (once considered the countryside with horse farms) not sure what direction you face or how much sun you get. These plants are all part sun. Keep it symetrical: simple & lower. Use multi stem fringe trees in the middle of of each bed (considered small trees or bushes), 3 nine bark bushes surrounding fringe trees and 3 globe arborvite on each side to have green all year and fill in the beds. Plant lots of daffodil or tulip bulbs to welcome spring. If you have room fill in with flowering purple or white alliums or dwarf fountain grass (both are gorgeous).

@debbiferguson9669

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a well thought garden plan. Visually appealing throughout all seasons. Transplant Chicagoan living in Zone 11B, Sunrise FL; 23 years continuing to learn plant native.

Nous habitons à 20 mn de chez vous, et, pendant la tempête qui vient de nous frapper, nous avons pensé à vous et aux plantations de votre dernière vidéo. Nous espérons que tout a bien résisté et que vous n'avez subi aucun dégât. Sinon, cette entrée pavée est une merveille !

Beautiful! Can’t wait until you add the gates!

I loved that the color of the stones complement realy well the color of the roof! It's beautiful

Those cobbles are just spectacular. What a great choice to recycle old materials and go the "traditional" route. The Chateau deserves it!

Looks fantastic guys. The chateau looks so different from just two years ago! Bravo!

The entrance is looking magnificent so far. Looking forward to seeing it completed.

The old Cobblestone is just beautiful.

Absolutely love the entrance! Perhaps in the future when budget allows, you can carry on the cobblestone on the other side of the gates to meet up to the gravel. That would be wonderful.

Watching you two and the craftsmen you hire bring this chateau back to life week over week is pure joy. All of your ideas and plans are fascinating. 👏👏👏💕💕💕

My breath is taken away by the splendid stonework. You all seem such a merry band of workers, with your respectful attitude toward your artisans and real pleasure in authentic materials. Thank you for giving these stones a second life.

These guys are true artisans. Their work is brilliant.

The driveway looks fantastic. For plants, I like the classic look for easy maintanence, grass and boxwoods. Ziggy is such a great project manager - he's so interested in what everyone is doing. Due to the lime/cement dust, you may want to wash his feed, so he doesn't lick them and get sick.

Beautiful entry!! My vote for landscape - short boxwood hedge (or another type of evergreen - maybe dwarf yew) with either hydrangeas and/or some type of small spring flowering tree as main structure plants. Fill remaining space with perennials. Everything looks wonderful - still love how you all are trying to stay true as possible with historical elements. Great job!

@rachelsotora6044

Жыл бұрын

I think the idea of planting a boxwood hedge with hydrangeas would be gorgeous. Minimal maintenance and there would be winter interest with the boxwoods!

@amaiaamaiaa

Жыл бұрын

omg boxwood with hydrangeas was also my thought! would be beautiful. i love the white panicle hydrangeas

@dlynch1898

Жыл бұрын

TFS I’m so happy you want to take us along on your grand journey. It’s so much fun watching each and every one of your projects. Many blessings and much love from California 💕

@autodidactin

Жыл бұрын

Great to see the beautiful vintage cobbles going in to such amazing effect. The final entrance will be beautiful and tasteful, like all your other projects.

@Phalaenopsisify

Жыл бұрын

Many gardens have had to replace boxwood in the last decades and even surviving hedges suffer from blight making them unsightly. Sadly I think it's best to stay away from boxwood, it's a lot of work or sorrow when they have to be replaced.

Everyone must appreciate how you are being so careful to be historically accurate and not cutting corners to get your improvements right. It is certainly worth the wait to afford such quality workmanship. I second the idea of making sure the plantings don't obscure the view when driving out onto the street. I've had to cut back plantings to avoid collisions with passing traffic.

Deep green and white flowers. It is becoming beautifully together, very good taste the two of you. Thanks for all the watch pleasure every week. Adore your dog!

What a elegant statement the new cobblestone driveway makes. Ziggy looked as though he was taking his job seriously as the Lord of the Manor.

Thank you both for sharing your wonderful Chateau restoration, I love your empathy with the place, Ziggy being such a star and both your humours! Please keep the videos coming!

Wow, you are visionaries! What a beautiful juxtaposition with the chateau, it really is striking and makes much more of a difference than I could have guessed.

Absolutely incredible workmanship. They should sign one of the cobbles:) Kudos to Jean-Paul and his team. It looks beautiful. I'd keep the front planting sober and elegant. Boxwood balls, or Cotoneaster 'Lowfast'. Also, do you have the Olea europaea 'Montra' there? Beautiful, low-growing olive shrubs, not trees. Can't wait to see what you do. You both have great style.

I think for your planting the front entry a pair of dogwood trees behind the brick stepover walls would look very elegant. In front of the stepover walls a mix of limelight hydrangeas and arctic fire dogwoods and some boxwood spheres or pyramids would give you all year round interest. When planting you should, I think, plan first for winter interest because there are the fewest choices there(arctic fire dogwood, boxwoods) and then the spring-fall interest because most plants fall in that category. A few bonica roses would be nice tucked in there, bonicas are repeat blooming hardy disease resistant roses that bloom light pink. Underplant with a creeping wintergreen that would be green year round and add bunches of daffodil bulbs and some snowdrops for early spring beauty.

@deborahmarr2210

Жыл бұрын

Yes dogwoods hold their blossoms well and have nice summer foliage. I would prefer hydrangea macrophylla in pink and pale blue tones and love the idea of bonica roses. Maybe add some dark toned violets. Nothing like that sweet smell in late winter early spring

That looks fantastic! As for planting, I would keep it low so its safer for driving out of the gate. I would use shrubs & bushes like hebes & I'd also plant blues & whites & definitely include French lavender. I'd also underplant with lots of bulbs: snowdrops, hibiscus, daffodils etc.

It’s such a delight to see your attention to detail and in the spirit of the date of the chateau. These quality restorations are going to last for so many more decades which is an absolutely wonderful thought, isn’t it!? Well done to all involved in a project which I’m sure the village is watching and feeling happy they have you as caring neighbours. Thank you for sharing it with us and for giving Ziggy a gateway to guard with such aristocratic pride 😊

Landscape architect from Canada here. Nice work on the gate posts and cobblestone paving. Really looking forward to seeing the gate (I love metalwork design). Keep the planting between driveway, road and walls simple and low - ground cover and shrubs lower than 1 meter. Low maintenance/drought tolerant (I agree with Pernickety Pern's post about soil depth). Colours: Soft, I think, in peaches and lavender blues, with hits of russet and maybe a punch of stronger blue. Greens of course. This picks up on your favourite colours inside the house and complements the brick and cream of the building face. Enjoying your channel. Thanks for sharing your experiences. Love your post on your addiction to plants Phillip, share the struggle and wish you the best in keeping it under control.

We are pleased to view the proprietor in strong glee for his continued rehabilitation of his stronghold. Congratulations on such accomplishments. The chateau is very handsome now.

Lavender and white hydrangea (if there is a low growing variety so that the wall is still visible.

Absolutely beautiful job. Now that’s an entrance way. You should put flowers that are perennials that will come up each year.

@lindafick8450

Жыл бұрын

I agree. It would be a shame to block the beautiful walls with taller shrubs. Choosing perennials that bloom with each season and give you winter interest would look lovely. The driveway looks spectacular!

Such craftsmanship on those cobbles. Zingy is the best supervisor/project manager ever!

There is only one opportunity for a great first impression, and the new entrance achieves that. Such mastery of design and workmanship deserves to be showcased to the world through KZread. Congratulations to you and the wonderfully skilled and dedicated company of masons.

The beautiful entrance of cobblestone, to a MAGNIFICENT château. Just so well done you guys❣️👏🏻

C'est magnifique !!Vous avez bien fait de choisir des pavés anciens on dirait vraiment qu'ils ont toujours été là !!Bravo aux artisans quel beau travail !! On voit que toute rénovation que vous faite est mûrement réfléchie et c'est toujours parfait. Félicitations et merci pour cette vidéo

Ich finde es so großartig, wie Ihr Euch über jeden Stein, der gepflastert wird, so freuen könnt. Ich kenne das Gefühl, wir haben 3 "normale" Häuser gebaut und jeder Haken, der perfekt sitzt, löste eine unbändige Freude aus und machte so stolz. Bewahrt Euch das Gefühl und macht weiter mit dieser Leidenschaft.

This is a beautiful chateau and Anna and Phillip’s decorating skills are to be commended. The new drive and pillars are just perfectly complimentary. To see another beautiful chateau visit Chateau de la Grifferiae.

Well Phillip, I'm so relieved to find out that the night time delivery wasn't anything sinister! Ziggy obviously appreciates this royal entrance and he wears it well. The new stone entrance is gorgeous! What is the story behind the electrics Phillip? Do you mean to tell us that you might need Benoit to help?

Wondering if you considered extending the cobbles another 7 meters to line up with the edge of the oval? Perhaps you stopped at the gate because that is the local custom? Anyway, they are gorgeous. Well done! Your eye for color and design reliably soothes my brain and makes me feel happy. ❤

@louisegogel7973

Жыл бұрын

I was wondering the same thing and thought I heard they were going to bring in the same gravel as in the circle where the colors change between the cobbles and the circle now.

The cobbles are fantastic! Now you need a beautiful old chateau sign to welcome folks in!

Amazing and very elegant entry! Ziggy is such a handsome dog! He is very regal looking! Love it all! Thank you for sharing it!

I’m taking away a few things, from this video. Firstly, Anna looks so stylish in everything she wears, especially her boots. Love her looks. Secondly, the entrance looks fantastic! Will you have electric gates or keep, as is? Finally, Ziggy is such a wonderful dog. He’s so well behaved. Does he ever try to run away? Great work. Lots of love, Cori

The cobblestones are beautiful. I can’t wait to see the drive with the gates and plants. I think low bushes that bloom in the spring, summer and foliage that changes color in the fall would be beautiful. Will there be lights too?

Oh, sunshine, how lovely. It’s been snowing here this week . ☹️ warmer today, but I think my bones have frozen. Cobblestones are so pretty.

The cobblestones look beautiful, the extra investment in buying the second-hand stones was a very wise choice. Congratulations, I can hardly wait to see the gates installed, the entrance will look spectacular 😁👌👌👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️

Absolutely amazing and beautiful work! Truly, everything you all have accomplished and continue to accomplish is a labor of love. You both are preserving history for generations to come. I have watched your channel for a long time and subscribed today. I live in a Victorian home (circa 1897)with my family and we love our ongoing restoration/renovation projects too.

It looks amazing!!! I would not plant anything structural since you already have the stone borders, walls and pillars to define the space - so something herbacious like White Anemone Hupehensis and Ground-Ivy for year round groundcover

Itt's really great that so many of the chateau's of France have been bought and are in the process of reconstruction/renovation.....

The transition from the roadway to your drive is beautiful and along with the hand forged gates it’s going to really make a statement upon entering the property.

It looks fantastic! My suggestion would be white and green, with pops of russet to tie in the stripey colour on your facade and the brick wall. And plants that are either relatively low level shrubs or easy to prune to the height you want.

@ricardathomason5485

Жыл бұрын

The russet and green hydrangeas would look terrific there possibly

The cobblestones are the perfect touch for your entrance, can't wait to see the gates, they sound amazing!

Gorgeous cobblestones, and Ziggy looks like he’s the supervisor lol

I'm sure the plant addict will get the right plants sorted out, if not, he will have to go back to plant shop so it's a win-win for Phillip. Let's hope Ziggy approves them too! Absolutely beautiful!

Love Ziggy, the Inspector General! AND, I'm so envious of your beautiful stone gateway! Good job! 👍 As far as the landscaping, maybe boxwoods or hornbeam hedging. As a safety measure you can install a mirror inside the hedge to see traffic coming.

Stunning work….nothing is like a good cobblestone path or drive

It makes a beautiful entrance. The dog looked like I can't go past here but the ones I love are there. So funny

There is such a difference in qualitative terms of how you are finishing your Chateau compared to most of the other projects going on in France and shown in KZread. In most, either they cut corners, or the finishes just detract from the period and the quality of the build. Your work would make proud the original owners. It's beautiful and authentic, and the result is stunning.

My suggestion would be lavander. There is also a white version, if you prefer that, but I would go for the 'Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'.That is a very strong variety with an great smell. And after summer you can collect the dry flowers and put them in little bags in the guestrooms. It smells wonderful and keeps moths away.

The cobble entrance is beautiful. What masterful craftsman. The iron gates will be lovely. Have you considered expanding the iron with railings above the brick half walls? Would elongate the entrance.

Ppl don't need to know every detail of your lives? But you all are loved! We need to see your video's. 🥰

I love the old cobblestone! Worth the cost for the old stones and kudos to the stonemasons expert installation. Thanks for the enjoyable videos.❤

If the plants are going to be low, their colours should be blues and oranges, but if tall (hiding the bricks) pretty much any colour would work, but I think climbing roses would look spectacular.

@HowToRenovateAChateau

Жыл бұрын

Like the idea!

@girlnorthof60

Жыл бұрын

I second your climbing roses idea...

@Sgirl

Жыл бұрын

Some roses for sure

Amazing to watch the guys knapping the stones to fit. Just wonderful looking when you did the “Grand Reveal.” What a great milestone in the whole work.

Ziggy is one very lucky dog! Thanks guys, never disappoints!

My favorite KZread channel of all time. Love every single episode. 🥰

I’m not a green thumb. But I always think lavender is understated and classy. I also think mixing in plant styles you have in the front of the chateau is nice

Gorgeous. Attention to details like this entrance, enhances your chateau so much. You are creating an atmosphere of days gone by. I really enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

The way you two work together is amazing!! You’re usually in tune with each other, joke, have fun albeit aaaaall that work you’re doing. It’s a treat to watch the progress, and again, to watch you both work.

Looks so good! Love it! Ziggy is indeed the Lord of the Manor! He fits the roll perfectly!

Looks fantastic! Unlike a certain famous YT Chatelaine, it's fantastic to see professionalism and perfection that will stand the test of time. Just like your kitchen will. The edges have a perfect grouting line that kicks it all up another level! Well done.

@hello15848

Жыл бұрын

@@Toneh9 truth hurts.

@hello15848

Жыл бұрын

@@Toneh9it speak truth. Your comment is not kind.

I think you should have continued the cobble for an equal amount past the gates.

@blackmonday738

Жыл бұрын

He will say no, and u heard Philippe we DON'T need to know.😄

Absolutely beautiful. Kudos to the skilled, talented and hard-working masons.

You both have done a brilliant job turning the chateau around . The hard work has really paid off. Great style too between contemporary and vintage

De véritables artisans. Superbe.

Phillipp needs a twelve step program for plant shopping!

With each new project completed...it is all coming together beautifully! The pillars and cobbles are very lovely. Keep up the great progress!⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜

Beautiful!! Love seeing Ziggy. He’s getting so big.

I'm a landscape architect, and my first thought about plants in the front is that you should definitely incorporate something evergreen - so that your entryway is especially welcoming all year round. My initial idea is to have some holly (_Ilex aquifolium_) there (combined with some other things, perhaps to cover the ground - ivy, _Hedera helix_, maybe). Holly is a very pretty plant, and its red berries might compliment the red hues of the bricks around (although maybe they will clash, with holly's berries being more true red, and the bricks at.least in the video looking quite orange tinted? This you can tell better than I from here). Another wonderful thing about the holly is that you can use it for Christmas decorations! Otherwise, maybe elderberry (_Sambucus nigra_) would be good here. It does grow quite a bit, so you would need to manage it - you don't want anything here to become too tall. The flowers smell amazing in the summer - and you can make all kinds of beverages and desserts with them. And the berries you can make jam out of (just be sure to cook them properly - otherwise they are poisonous). The plant itself carries a very pretty green colour throughout the summer - although in the winter, it might in my opinion lend itself to not look very welcoming in this setting, but this is obviously very subjective. Just some initial thoughts. I could go on forever about landscape design around your chateau! :D

@margiemistretta8885

Жыл бұрын

I can't believe as a landscaper you suggested ivy that should be a bad word and the last plant on earth you suggest

@AlberteUdenH

Жыл бұрын

@@margiemistretta8885 Common ivy is a vastly misunderstood plant! It's no where near as "bad" as people make it out to be. :)

I would do a bank of white hydrangeas or roses along the brick wall and then surround the outline of the rest of the shape with a short boxwood hedge for structure and winter interest. Plant a lot of white and red bulbs for the spring and you could fit some ornamental trees and grasses in the center. I think keeping to red, white, and cream, and pink would be perfect.

The cobblestone looks amazing! I'm glad you went with the reclaimed ones.

This driveway apron is just beautiful! Great design, stones and workmanship is just fabulous! You 2 are the best! Love how the whole chateau is turning out . ❤

Roses, they come in so many colors and types!!

The entrance way looks wonderful with the repurposed stone. And it's Ziggy-approved!

Mass-planting of white camellias!!! They are evergreen and will make a spectacular display in early spring

I swear Ziggy went regal on that cobblestone lol. What a beautiful pup.