OMG I almost missed this one! This was excellently done. I laughed out loud... no, actually! Several times. Lately I have been in a panic because I only this WINTER realized how much the birds and pollinators, (I like that term better then bugs), need us to plant natives SO... yeah. I ordered a bunch of stuff that I thought was getting here yesterday! AND I only have lawn to greet them to! Oh sure, for you young people its just a matter of doing it, but when you are 70 it takes a bit longer. But all is well. I was wrong, the plants are safe and happy at my local native plant nursery until May and I got my cousin to get rid of a patch of sod with the tractor. Now I am ready!
I know what you mean, I often have the same feeling - but don’t panic! 😃 If you have weeds in your lawn the bees will definitely forage there! Red maples are also very early bloomers, in case you have any of them! (We don’t yet but am planning on it) Glad your cousin was game to help with some lawn excavation - that’s sometimes the hardest part! I often feel the urgency, but try to remind myself that slow and steady wins the race - I think that’s definitely true in gardening!
@@gardenforbirds I do have plenty of maples around me and they are indeed blooming. I noticed that my strawberries are blooming already also. I have all the beds nicely groomed and ready for plants. Now its me that is ahead of schedule! You are right, gardening isn't about rushing. Slow and steady. Thanks for the reminder.
Hi ! I am new to your channel, and I just have to sayyyy I LOVE It !!! You give soo much interesting info(I am just learning about planting for pollinators and honestly I feel a bit overwhelmed). You have a great sense of humor! I can't wait to watch more of your videos! Thank you!
Welcome aboard, excited to have you!! It can be overwhelming, but I find hope in knowing there’s more and more of us trying to help fix things! Thank you for watching and for the kind words!!
@@gardenforbirds I haven't seen where you are located, I'm in north central IL. I've been planting lots of shrubs and other plants to help birds and insects.
Again I love your content. I believe your videos are producing the most vital information in helping the world environment in a personal and immediate way. Your enthusiasm creates an entertaining video and sets a tangible example of pretty simple ways we can all make a difference, which is important no matter how small a change it might be. I'm looking forward to seeing what else you come up with!!! Keep up the great work 😘
Your content is so high quality and enjoyable. This one made me feel like someone shares my brain (that is 💯 me in winter.) Never have I wanted to be neighbors with someone more! Thank you for all that you do!
Your family definitely knows. (I spread the boxes from different native plant suppliers around - some are currently in the car, some are in the basement - never in plain sight.) I appreciate the way you weave the facts in amongst the humor - this is really excellent science communication, and inspiring. I am considering fencing off an area in my yard to keep the deer out, so that I can plant more species like the columbine. And coral honeysuckle (hummingbird magnet) could climb the fence. Planning is half the fun!
Haha, I’m not fooling anyone over here 😂 Every spring at least once my husband opens the fridge and says “what’s this box in here?” 👀😅 not to mention all the bags of seeds, the jig is definitely up!
I have that same syndrome! OMG! Exactly the same symptoms. God love Etsy. My husband asked me to "stop!!!!" Then, one day, he said "you are not going to stop, are you?" I said "no." He gave up and joined me in me my plant madness.
I have this same pain, and it’s been eating at me especially this summer. It’s hard to be looking out the window at something you want to do in the garden and feel like it’s hundreds of miles away. Hopefully you can at least snag time to water a bit and see a few bees, that can be very therapeutic!
Seeing the bees in your video reminded me that yesterday when I checked two birdhouses to be sure house sparrows weren’t incubating or feeding little ones, I was surprised by the buzzing of bees; probably bumblebees in both boxes. I’m delighted! Great video! Glad to be planting outside those seeds I started in February. Planting seeds indoors is another way to help with winter blues. This winter I have lance leaf coreopsis, marsh liatris, 30 butterfly milkweed, oxeye sunflower, partridge pea, etc. So fun to be watching shoots coming up in February and watching their growth. Now I get to decide where to plant; here, in the park or at neighbors and friends. Thx for lovely video! When I see how you’re supporting wildlife I think of it as God’s glory filling the earth.
Wow, it sounds like you’ve got some amazing plant choices already started! I definitely need to get my seeds out of the fridge, I’m hopelessly behind on that this year! I have felt the same, I’ve found there to be so much depth and meaning in a garden that seeks to provide for all the creatures (including us!) - it’s like a chance to see how everything is connected, really incredible and beautiful to get to witness!
I am loving your content very inspiring and I also enjoy your wit😂 We need to plant more native, shrubs, trees and perennials for wildlife and pollinators. 🦋🥰🐝
05/21 Hope you're recovering nicely from your condition. Happy News! my pink peonies are opening! just a couple of hiurs ago. I've seen an awesome pair of cardinals in the yard too. Oh and the bumble bees are back - they've emerged from Leaf Litter. Your garden friend in USDA hardy zone 6A.
I am, thank you! 😅 So lovely! It sounds like you’re spending a lot of time out observing - that’s one of my very favorite things to do! It’s great fun to notice what all the little creatures are doing out there, and to see how they’re using the garden!
next time, i am going to order bare root plants. i have never worked with them before so i feel intimidated to try them … but it seems a whole lot easier than buying the bigger, more mature plants that take me a long time to plant x 20 😅 the local nurseries near me don’t offer bare root plants and they don’t have a lot of the smaller plants in the cell size pots, so next year, i am going to order online unless i can find a nursery that sells native.
I think a native nursery might be more likely to sell plugs, if you can find one! Ordering online has worked pretty well for me so far, and I’ve received healthy plants that generally have done very well. (I’ve ordered from Prairie Moon Nursery quite a few times, and Prairie Nursery once or twice as well.) I do like the smaller size, as you say,!
OMG I almost missed this one! This was excellently done. I laughed out loud... no, actually! Several times. Lately I have been in a panic because I only this WINTER realized how much the birds and pollinators, (I like that term better then bugs), need us to plant natives SO... yeah. I ordered a bunch of stuff that I thought was getting here yesterday! AND I only have lawn to greet them to! Oh sure, for you young people its just a matter of doing it, but when you are 70 it takes a bit longer.
But all is well. I was wrong, the plants are safe and happy at my local native plant nursery until May and I got my cousin to get rid of a patch of sod with the tractor. Now I am ready!
I know what you mean, I often have the same feeling - but don’t panic! 😃 If you have weeds in your lawn the bees will definitely forage there! Red maples are also very early bloomers, in case you have any of them! (We don’t yet but am planning on it) Glad your cousin was game to help with some lawn excavation - that’s sometimes the hardest part! I often feel the urgency, but try to remind myself that slow and steady wins the race - I think that’s definitely true in gardening!
@@gardenforbirds I do have plenty of maples around me and they are indeed blooming. I noticed that my strawberries are blooming already also. I have all the beds nicely groomed and ready for plants. Now its me that is ahead of schedule!
You are right, gardening isn't about rushing. Slow and steady. Thanks for the reminder.
Sounds like you’re ahead of the game! 🙌
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Thank you so much! Welcome aboard!
Hi ! I am new to your channel, and I just have to sayyyy I LOVE It !!! You give soo much interesting info(I am just learning about planting for pollinators and honestly I feel a bit overwhelmed). You have a great sense of humor! I can't wait to watch more of your videos! Thank you!
Welcome aboard, excited to have you!! It can be overwhelming, but I find hope in knowing there’s more and more of us trying to help fix things! Thank you for watching and for the kind words!!
Good job, love your videos!!!
Thanks so much!
@@gardenforbirds I haven't seen where you are located, I'm in north central IL. I've been planting lots of shrubs and other plants to help birds and insects.
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I’m in Maryland! Awesome, always excited to hear others are planting for habitat!! 🙌
Again I love your content. I believe your videos are producing the most vital information in helping the world environment in a personal and immediate way. Your enthusiasm creates an entertaining video and sets a tangible example of pretty simple ways we can all make a difference, which is important no matter how small a change it might be. I'm looking forward to seeing what else you come up with!!! Keep up the great work 😘
Thank you so much, that truly means a lot!! Really appreciate all the kind words and support! 💓
It's kinda telling that I immediately recognized the PM box 😂
Haha, you have it too! 😂 Glad it’s spring at least!
Your content is so high quality and enjoyable. This one made me feel like someone shares my brain (that is 💯 me in winter.) Never have I wanted to be neighbors with someone more! Thank you for all that you do!
Thank you so much, that's extremely kind! Haha, I knew there had to be others like me out there! 😅 Thank you so much for watching!
Your family definitely knows. (I spread the boxes from different native plant suppliers around - some are currently in the car, some are in the basement - never in plain sight.) I appreciate the way you weave the facts in amongst the humor - this is really excellent science communication, and inspiring. I am considering fencing off an area in my yard to keep the deer out, so that I can plant more species like the columbine. And coral honeysuckle (hummingbird magnet) could climb the fence. Planning is half the fun!
Haha, I’m not fooling anyone over here 😂 Every spring at least once my husband opens the fridge and says “what’s this box in here?” 👀😅 not to mention all the bags of seeds, the jig is definitely up!
Yes I feel healed when I go outside mulch weed water and watch the birds😊 great content
Couldn’t agree more, it’s so great to spend even just a few minutes in the garden! (And thank you!)
I have that same syndrome! OMG! Exactly the same symptoms. God love Etsy. My husband asked me to "stop!!!!" Then, one day, he said "you are not going to stop, are you?" I said "no." He gave up and joined me in me my plant madness.
Loving gardening is very stressful when i cant get out there to garden. Chores, responsibilities, no time to garden. Heart heavy.
I have this same pain, and it’s been eating at me especially this summer. It’s hard to be looking out the window at something you want to do in the garden and feel like it’s hundreds of miles away. Hopefully you can at least snag time to water a bit and see a few bees, that can be very therapeutic!
5th video for the evening. Love your creativity!
Seeing the bees in your video reminded me that yesterday when I checked two birdhouses to be sure house sparrows weren’t incubating or feeding little ones, I was surprised by the buzzing of bees; probably bumblebees in both boxes. I’m delighted! Great video! Glad to be planting outside those seeds I started in February. Planting seeds indoors is another way to help with winter blues. This winter I have lance leaf coreopsis, marsh liatris, 30 butterfly milkweed, oxeye sunflower, partridge pea, etc. So fun to be watching shoots coming up in February and watching their growth. Now I get to decide where to plant; here, in the park or at neighbors and friends. Thx for lovely video! When I see how you’re supporting wildlife I think of it as God’s glory filling the earth.
Wow, it sounds like you’ve got some amazing plant choices already started! I definitely need to get my seeds out of the fridge, I’m hopelessly behind on that this year! I have felt the same, I’ve found there to be so much depth and meaning in a garden that seeks to provide for all the creatures (including us!) - it’s like a chance to see how everything is connected, really incredible and beautiful to get to witness!
I am loving your content very inspiring and I also enjoy your wit😂
We need to plant more native, shrubs, trees and perennials for wildlife and pollinators.
🦋🥰🐝
Thank you so much! Yes, I agree - planting natives has brought me so much more pollinator and bird activity...and just plain joy! 😊💕
05/21 Hope you're recovering nicely from your condition. Happy News! my pink peonies are opening! just a couple of hiurs ago. I've seen an awesome pair of cardinals in the yard too. Oh and the bumble bees are back - they've emerged from Leaf Litter.
Your garden friend in USDA hardy zone 6A.
I am, thank you! 😅 So lovely! It sounds like you’re spending a lot of time out observing - that’s one of my very favorite things to do! It’s great fun to notice what all the little creatures are doing out there, and to see how they’re using the garden!
Hee hee, Spring Amanda vs. Winter Amanda. Interesting info about our perception of the shades of green.
I’m glad at least Spring and Winter Amanda share the same goals 😂 I thought so too - I love shade gardens for all their green, and now I know why!
Fun and interesting! Thanks! 😊
Thank you!
hehe, funny stuff. I have the same affliction.
You’re not alone! 😅
Fancy video editing! Excellent job.
Haha, had some fun with the editing software 😅 Thank you much!
I know how that feels. There should be a self-help-group for garden deficiency syndrome!
Yes! And it could double as a plant swap! 😂💓
@@gardenforbirds Great idea! Always combine the pleasant with the useful. 🥦⛑
next time, i am going to order bare root plants. i have never worked with them before so i feel intimidated to try them … but it seems a whole lot easier than buying the bigger, more mature plants that take me a long time to plant x 20 😅 the local nurseries near me don’t offer bare root plants and they don’t have a lot of the smaller plants in the cell size pots, so next year, i am going to order online unless i can find a nursery that sells native.
I think a native nursery might be more likely to sell plugs, if you can find one! Ordering online has worked pretty well for me so far, and I’ve received healthy plants that generally have done very well. (I’ve ordered from Prairie Moon Nursery quite a few times, and Prairie Nursery once or twice as well.) I do like the smaller size, as you say,!
Hahaha me too
Haha, there’s no shame!! 😅
@@gardenforbirds I actually look at it as a health sign - the body speaks truth cause it knows what we need!
Totally!
I love your habitat gardening approach. However, you talk so super fast that I can't catch some of the good info! (Going back to replay this one!)
Yeah, I do tend to cover material fast - been working on slowing down a bit 😅😬 Thank you for watching!