My small cottage garden journey, from the beginning until now!

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  • čas přidán 6. 06. 2024
  • From the beginning to now, here is a look back at my journey to creating my cottage garden. I still have a lot to do, but that is why I love gardening, as it is a journey and always evolving.
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  • @DaintyDiaries
    @DaintyDiaries  Před rokem +4

    For new garden videos, check out the playlist and see how its has grown this year: czcams.com/video/voTni8mDo9Q/video.html

  • @jacquim8907
    @jacquim8907 Před rokem +45

    You are the total epitome of you reap what you sow. Its beautiful Catherine you make so much of your little garden and work so hard. I've enjoyed your journeys with you x

  • @lissajacob9244
    @lissajacob9244 Před rokem +69

    So much hard work but every single thing you do is so worth it! What a beautiful, tranquil space to sit and have a cup of tea. I love that you have so many different "areas" including a pond, shade garden, veggies/fruit, firepit, greenhouse, and sun-loving plants ALL within a smaller fenced yard! Just wow! With all of that said, my favorite part is your consideration for the hedgehogs, insects and, of course, Blondie

  • @alexisb.8965
    @alexisb.8965 Před rokem +35

    Your home and garden have changed so much since I started following you! ❤️ Well done!

  • @debiallen4053
    @debiallen4053 Před rokem +4

    At 67 y.o. in u.s.a. northern lower mich. Been gardening all my life, sewing, crafting, woodworking, you name it I do it. I found this video my fav so far. Your little garden turned out so beautiful. You made lovely use of every inch. Loved this video so much, so relaxing and inspiring. I feel our gardens are good for our soul. Love your sewing ideas also. I'll be watching. Love so much seeing the younger generation interested in nature in every way. You are just so adoreable. Great video, thank you!

  • @pamelabenne547
    @pamelabenne547 Před rokem +3

    Love this video solar lighting in that back corner where the pond and hedgehog lives would be awesome

  • @dianewalker9783
    @dianewalker9783 Před rokem +22

    It's amazing how much difference just a year makes, your garden is looking so gorgeous! It's honestly all thanks to you for giving me the belief that I could do it, that started me off on my gardening journey...and well, now I'm a little bit addicted 😄 It has become the most therapuetic thing for me, I now have flowers and an abundance of wildlife that visit. I enjoy it all so much, so, thank you! xx

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Před rokem +1

      That is so kind of you Diane x

    • @debbyrickett3195
      @debbyrickett3195 Před rokem +1

      Diane, I agree with you! I have always enjoyed gardening but Catherine has inspired me to kick it up a notch. ...lol it is addictive 💚

  • @eprohoda
    @eprohoda Před rokem +3

    Daintty~ that's splendid -🤚

  • @tonileigh8660
    @tonileigh8660 Před rokem +10

    As always you are such an inspiration. Whether it's in the garden or in the house, I get inspired by you. Your garden is so beautiful. I agree with your idea of doing your garden how you want and not what others say. I had bulbs start blooming this week that I had almost given up on. 24 gladiola bulbs in pastel colors. Every couple days a new one blooms and I'm surprised by what color it turns out to be So far, peach, white, pink and lavender. I split my bearded iris last autumn and they went crazy this year. My veggie garden suffering a lot from a family of groundhogs that are eating them all. Everyone keeps saying to shoot or poison them and I'm just NOT going to do that. I'd rather share this year and put in better fencing next year.

  • @drhappyplants
    @drhappyplants Před rokem +6

    I got a new home, downsized last August. Had to start a neglected yard from the 1950's from scratch. You've been one of my favorite channels, Laura, Monty and PlantQueen too. My yard has come such a long way in one season and you've been a big part of the inspiration! Thank you for all you do!

  • @susanmcdonald5960
    @susanmcdonald5960 Před rokem +2

    Nothing better than sitting back with a cup of tea or coffee in the early morning with the birds singing and enjoying the beauty of the garden!....Blondie definitely loves your garden!....everyone should try gardening... it really is just making sure your plants will grow in the right zone and adequate light or shade and watering and fertilizing properly.

  • @llmobile9356
    @llmobile9356 Před rokem +8

    You've created a beautiful oasis, with a little bit of everything. It looks so nice! Blondie has such a personality! I think she loves her garden!

    • @gordonbrowne8068
      @gordonbrowne8068 Před rokem

      Message from Sharon. You are doing an amazing job. Hard work has it's rewards! Keep up the good work!

  • @mwillis7791
    @mwillis7791 Před rokem +5

    I forgot how it looked before! Such a big change. Thank you for sharing this!

  • @kimjensen1217
    @kimjensen1217 Před rokem +7

    I love what you've done and am especially glad that you share the work that went into it! When you're just starting to plan a garden and then start planting, it looks bare and you wonder if it'll ever look good & you're proof that it does! I'm impressed you're so young, single and own your own place! Keep up the good work :)

  • @marriannewand1349
    @marriannewand1349 Před rokem +5

    You have just brighten up my day. 🥀🥀🌼🌼

  • @dianestephenson8528
    @dianestephenson8528 Před rokem

    It’s an Oasis❤️so much work, but so worth it🌸🌷🌸🌷🌸❤️🥰

  • @corinnerees1135
    @corinnerees1135 Před rokem +1

    My favourite Sunday evening viewing 🙂

  • @Jo.H.
    @Jo.H. Před rokem +6

    Your garden is lovely Catherine, so pretty. Well done 💖😊

  • @connoremerson9359
    @connoremerson9359 Před rokem

    The wishing well would be cute to faux brick the bottom same as your wall and put it in your woodland area 🦔🍄🌱

  • @jenniferkessener1111
    @jenniferkessener1111 Před rokem +6

    Your garden is looking beautiful. You have done so much! I agree about the mulch. It has made such a difference in our borders. I love gardening, and keep at it even though as I age,and with arthritis it hurts...but flowers and veg are so worth it! I need to get out there and water.

  • @tiinathelightwhisperer
    @tiinathelightwhisperer Před rokem +1

    Your beautiful home garden beams love and coziness - something that so-called sterile gardens hardly ever have. ❤

  • @peggynorton5535
    @peggynorton5535 Před rokem +8

    I love watching your channel. From the sprucing up inside to designing your outdoor space. You do an amazing job!!

  • @patkee8517
    @patkee8517 Před rokem +1

    What a transformation, so lovely. Being Irish never got the green thumb for gardening so I admire people who can.

  • @cathybroome7586
    @cathybroome7586 Před 8 měsíci

    Maybe this will give you and me hope. Watch when you are able.😊

  • @andreasharp2135
    @andreasharp2135 Před rokem +2

    I love your enthusiasm for gardening. I am not a gardener at all but I like watching your videos x

  • @marionandrews176
    @marionandrews176 Před rokem +2

    This was so nice to see the transformation at once. You’ll have to do this annually.

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Před rokem

      Yes! And i can’t wait to see how it changes for autumn 🍂

  • @fran7099
    @fran7099 Před rokem +3

    Love watching your videos 💜 always cheers me up thank you 😊💜💐

  • @juliegolub2602
    @juliegolub2602 Před rokem

    Catherine you are the cutest person. Love listening.❤️

  • @kreh1100
    @kreh1100 Před rokem +1

    I love the hole you put in your door for the animals. Soooo cute!!!

  • @kimchristianson4743
    @kimchristianson4743 Před 8 měsíci

    your efforts are paying off. Thank you for the update. Also, I am impressed that you manage to stay tidy when working in white or light clothing. I am such a mess when I garden.

  • @user-oc7nx2rt6n
    @user-oc7nx2rt6n Před 4 měsíci

    Each and every one of your videos is a joy to watch. You keep saying that your plants are happy - they are just reflecting your own personality. It’s going to be a treat to see how your garden evolves in the coming years. An inspiration!!!

  • @pixiegirl33
    @pixiegirl33 Před rokem +12

    All of your hard work has really paid off. Your garden is absolutely beautiful! I'm sure your local wildlife and bee community think so too. Maybe they'll spread the word and you'll soon have some busy ladybugs. Loads of love to you and Blondie.💕

  • @MsArtistwannabe
    @MsArtistwannabe Před rokem +1

    You’ve created a little enchanted garden. So pretty.

  • @lindaphillips7936
    @lindaphillips7936 Před rokem +3

    So cool to see from the beginning until now. Looking great

  • @angelickrol7701
    @angelickrol7701 Před 10 měsíci

    This was so encouraging thank you. I just started a new flower bed and this was inspiring and lovely. Now I look forward to a year from now, my pile of dirt could be the start of something lovely.

  • @julie_uk_
    @julie_uk_ Před rokem +2

    it was lovely looking back. Your videos have been a great resource and it's nice to share the journey.

  • @jaynerudkin6832
    @jaynerudkin6832 Před rokem +4

    It’s looking beautiful and your enthusiasm shines through. Well done and thank you for this great video. X

  • @janreynolds3794
    @janreynolds3794 Před rokem

    All your hard work has paid off!

  • @NoraBadry
    @NoraBadry Před rokem +3

    Thank you so much for sharing this progression video of your garden, and your honest tips at the end. This was so encouraging. Being a newbie gardener and a perfectionist, I was feeling so overwhelmed. But hearing your reminder to take it easy, things can still be moved about, plant it in and see how it does, this all just gave me a chance to breathe. You have beautiful garden, and an enven more beautiful soul 💝

  • @catherinecorn2371
    @catherinecorn2371 Před rokem

    From one Catherine to another. 💜 Love your videos and your realness. Not how TO garden, but how I garden.... True words! 😂 Your garden is precious! My chickens eat all my flowers. 😏

  • @kimhill545
    @kimhill545 Před rokem +2

    I loved watching your progress from start through the journey to the present! Gardening is such hard work but a rewarding one for sure! Especially when you get to sit in your resting area and just enjoy the beauty. I adore your hedgehog hole in your garden gate and I admire your willingness to just jump in and have a go at creating such a beautiful space!

  • @laltman5005
    @laltman5005 Před rokem +3

    What a great video! Watching the journey is a total treat, so glad you shared this. I need to get out in the front garden to finish the brick border but the 95°+ F (35°C) have done me in. It will wait. Thanks for another great video.🐝🐞🌻

  • @awanna3203
    @awanna3203 Před rokem +2

    Been watching from the start of your gardening journey. You have come soo far in a short space of moments. This is your never ending story, of all Happy things. Enjoy the process xx

  • @janclark1894
    @janclark1894 Před rokem +1

    Your hard work paid off, it looks amazing 👏 😍 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @bethwhite2857
    @bethwhite2857 Před rokem +1

    Your garden is just lovely 🤠

  • @christinephillips2069
    @christinephillips2069 Před 15 dny

    Your garden is beautiful

  • @carolynbrotherton4599

    Great garden. Incredibly hands on. Johannesburg South Africa.

  • @chrisgogreve8743
    @chrisgogreve8743 Před rokem +1

    I thoroughly enjoyed this video!!

  • @Tarot_Time_with_Belle

    1) how the heck do you stay so clean?
    2) you’re doing amazing!
    I think you’d enjoy salvia shrubs. They come in every colour you could imagine. Cut back down low each spring when you see the new growth coming through and you get lush green growth and colour from March/April to October

  • @elizabethbaker3162
    @elizabethbaker3162 Před rokem

    The garden looks great, I like gardening as well it's very relaxing.

  • @heartofdixieprepping4797

    Lovely. I watched the beginning of your garden so it’s nice to see where it’s at!

  • @vasilikiskoura1017
    @vasilikiskoura1017 Před rokem +1

    Hello from Greece . I like your video very much. 🌹

  • @pb9401
    @pb9401 Před rokem +4

    Your garden is so nice! Good to see the transformation.

  • @Laura-rx9mp
    @Laura-rx9mp Před rokem +1

    It was a joy to see this video from the beginning of your garden. Great work!!! Cheers

  • @jocaudill5764
    @jocaudill5764 Před rokem

    You are totally amazing and I’ve been gardening for 70yrs.

  • @erenalovicollier8523
    @erenalovicollier8523 Před rokem

    Great journey from the beginning.🇳🇿👍💐😃 Smiles from down under.

  • @jaynebatstone7746
    @jaynebatstone7746 Před rokem

    Lovely Catherine, it has been so hot that my poor garden looks like it does at the end of September!

  • @ireneferrante2313
    @ireneferrante2313 Před rokem +1

    All of your hard work has produced a beautiful space! What a wonderful place to enjoy a cup of tea and the company of friends.

  • @angesews8110
    @angesews8110 Před rokem +3

    Love watching this week. Very interesting to see your garden evolve. Thanks for so much info . You inspire me x

  • @jenaemarieAZ
    @jenaemarieAZ Před rokem

    I put in a couple of pollinator watering systems. For the littlest insects who might drown in a deeper pond. I just placed a couple of ceramic chargers filled with pebbles and water in my garden. Being Arizona, though, I get to fill them up everyday.

  • @jodyfrancis5091
    @jodyfrancis5091 Před rokem +4

    Such a great transformation it’s beautiful 🤩

  • @annejohnson5580
    @annejohnson5580 Před rokem

    Your garden has come a long way...so satisfying. A great job!!

  • @lilmorningglory5277
    @lilmorningglory5277 Před rokem

    Love how you've created such a calm and peaceful space! It's beautiful. 🤍

  • @ryn1775
    @ryn1775 Před rokem +1

    AND in the middle of all your gardening, you had your book published!!!! You are truly an inspiration to me. I find myself following in your tidying up activities in my own little space after watching each of your Sunday videos. Thank you so much for sharing your life and thoughts with us. What goes around, comes around. Ciao Bella, Ryn

  • @susangray2682
    @susangray2682 Před rokem

    This has been the best video I’ve seen for starting a cottage garden! Thanks I’ve been searching for months for this information and the visual you supplied. Happy I found your video!

  • @tashaallen8760
    @tashaallen8760 Před rokem

    We should all be “you do you” gardeners.. variety is the spice of life! 😉 thanks for sharing ❤️

  • @ringevalmarie-line558

    You are very busy for this pretty garden. It IS fabulous...

  • @hasnabegum8811
    @hasnabegum8811 Před rokem +1

    Lovely garden. Enjoy your hard work

  • @jackieedwards2023
    @jackieedwards2023 Před rokem +2

    Thank u so much for another brilliant video u have done so well with your garden u have worked so hard well done it must be so nice for u to sit out in your posh chairs 🪑 have a good week uk 🇬🇧 🤗🪴💐

  • @Toinette2883
    @Toinette2883 Před rokem +2

    Everything is looking so pretty. It’s amazing to look back and see how far our gardens have come. I love that it is always changing❣️

  • @kathleenjackson8533
    @kathleenjackson8533 Před 11 měsíci +1

    What a true inspiration you are! I have wanted to do all these things in my yard but am so overwhelmed with it all... and terrified of spiders :(
    You have motivated me to rethink it all ♡

  • @joannabeck9755
    @joannabeck9755 Před rokem +1

    🌻 Wonderful!! Soft & quiet; a video to get lost in. Thank you Catherine.🐝🌺🐞🌷🌻

  • @ellenmorrell8332
    @ellenmorrell8332 Před rokem

    I’ve saved every episode for me and my Daughter Robin. She loves you too!🥰😘❤️😊🐣

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Před rokem

      Awww thanks Ellen, Robin is such a pretty name x

  • @shirlyseewai3677
    @shirlyseewai3677 Před rokem

    I seldom comment however your garden looks great Hard work does pay ofrece. You are a very hard worker. I así before how does your Mom fiel. Tell us about your parent they must be proud of you . You are an exceptional your lady. I am so proud of you. You are start and talented.

  • @raj4558
    @raj4558 Před 3 měsíci

    Your garden is such a amazing and beautiful 😍

  • @sheilagustafson503
    @sheilagustafson503 Před rokem

    Wow. Love ❤️

  • @kandyharris2195
    @kandyharris2195 Před rokem +2

    You have really accomplished so much in a reasonably short time . Thanks for sharing your successes and ever evolving garden . It really is an extension of your home , and your home is adorable 💛 Happy Gardening 👩‍🌾

  • @laurahale5774
    @laurahale5774 Před rokem

    So beautiful!

  • @charlottewilson4680
    @charlottewilson4680 Před rokem

    I love the hedge hole door.

  • @wildflowerwind6941
    @wildflowerwind6941 Před rokem

    You are always busy with a project whether that is inside the house or outside.

  • @uku3603
    @uku3603 Před rokem +1

    Very pretty cottage garden ❤️✨

  • @bobbysocks6600
    @bobbysocks6600 Před rokem +1

    Your garden is beautiful, Catherine.🌻🌼🌸☘️

  • @cathleensmith4717
    @cathleensmith4717 Před rokem

    I love love love your garden!

  • @Reluctant_Priestess
    @Reluctant_Priestess Před rokem +9

    This was so inspiring!!!! Thank you for putting this together. I just found your channel this summer.
    I’m trying to get my yard in hand and this let me see what’s possible!
    Also, I loved seeing you and your brothers working together. I miss my brothers.

  • @kittybabymm
    @kittybabymm Před rokem

    Fantastic garden young Lady 🌱🌺🌿🌻🌱🌼🌱🌷🌱🥀🌹

  • @shireenbadirkhan4057
    @shireenbadirkhan4057 Před rokem +1

    Lovely journey I’ve followed you for a long time. 😍

  • @traceygartrell3419
    @traceygartrell3419 Před rokem

    Thank you for your inspiration ❤️

  • @kreh1100
    @kreh1100 Před rokem

    Wow I'm impressed, what fun!! Just wish I had her energy. Beautiful job!!!

  • @bijoubijou7500
    @bijoubijou7500 Před rokem

    Thank you. This is the motivation I needed!

  • @olimen100
    @olimen100 Před rokem

    You are amazing!

  • @Mejiaelis
    @Mejiaelis Před rokem +2

    Was that Pepsi in the picture? RIP Pepsi ♥️

  • @chrispeterson3647
    @chrispeterson3647 Před rokem

    You are SO inspiring!!!

  • @vivsalittlebitcrafty4854

    Blinkin' stunning!!😍😍

  • @elissachilders653
    @elissachilders653 Před rokem

    Your garden is looking gorgeous!

  • @laurarichards6288
    @laurarichards6288 Před 2 měsíci

    Your green house is great!

  • @lv1689
    @lv1689 Před rokem

    I love your Garden and your handy work. LV from USA

  • @charlottewilson4680
    @charlottewilson4680 Před rokem

    Your gardening is so inspiring.

  • @cathylynnpietranton
    @cathylynnpietranton Před rokem +1

    Hi Catherine it was nice to take a look back from the beginning boy you have made some changes in your garden and everything looks great. 👍👍☘❤

  • @horrisajones8933
    @horrisajones8933 Před rokem

    Great job lovely Garden

  • @teresabaltazar2130
    @teresabaltazar2130 Před rokem

    So amazed of so many beautiful
    plants 🪴 …M❤️M of 5