Ancient Orchard and Meadow Restoration - Yorkshire - England - 4K
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- Опубліковано 27 лип 2024
- Gardening For Wildlife - In this video we look at a five year case study of an ancient orchard and wildflower meadow that I restored in north Yorkshire, UK, from start to finish and the thought processes behind the restoration works.
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Imagine if the Yorkshire Moors had been left as forest all those centuries ago. The biodiversity must have been even more incredible! Lovely garden Joel!
Nigeria 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬 to the 🌍 world. Y'all really make me believe that anything is possible so I hope my UA-cam channel grows. Your channel is amazing. I'm a young farmlady from Africa
Beautiful
Thank you for your lovely comments. I just subscribed to your channel. Keep up the good work and your channel will grown naturally. I wish you all the best 😊👍
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Omg I can't believe you replied. Thank you so much for the encouragement. It means a lot to me. Sending you love and light
Sending it right back :) I am really enjoying your channel and just watched the Thyme planting and the hard work of everyone - Thyme is a great plant and very useful as a nectar source for a lot of butterflies in the UK, I plant it often in gardens that I create - I'd recommend your channel, the countryside is beautiful. Stay safe - Joel
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton wow... That's super amazing.
Thyme is one of our major spice for jollof rice and cultural local rice which we all love to eat during xmas
Hoping to collaborate with you in the future.
Never ceases to amaze me how quickly nature can take hold if given a chance - fantastic job.
Thanks Hamish, so much - it is amazing to see all the wildflowers return, and in turn the insects and birds that benefit - glad you enjoyed it :)
What a beautiful and sensitive development of land from scrub to a stunning habitat. That was fascinating and shows how land can be managed so well for nature and wildlife. Really enjoyed watching thanks
Thanks so much Tracy - music to my ears! 😊 I have lots more case studies to upload, it’s just having time! 😆 Thanks for your continued support 👍
Perfectly said:)
Need more people like this and places like this. Brilliant job 👍
Thank you so much - I really appreciate your kind words and encouragement and hope you enjoy the rest of the channel too - best wishes to you and yours, Joel
Lovely,really amazing job. The orchard is so peaceful. The client clearly loves nature, what a great thing to do.
Thanks Nathan, very much :) They do indeed, I am back on site this week to do some maintenance, the hay cut etc - every client contacts me with nature in mind first and it really is a privilege to help them make it happen - lots more videos to come, best wishes - Joel
Oh lots of info there Joel ...thanks so much🐰
You are very welcome - glad you enjoyed this :) Best wishes, Joel
I've just watched this film, as I'm just catching up with your back catalogue.
Its so nice to see someone using gorse in a wildlife garden, especially if you want to attract birds.
I hope they get the chance to see some linnets in the garden as they absolutely love gorse.
Best Wishes from Wales 🏴
Hi Paul - so glad you enjoyed this and yes gorse is great for attracting a lot of wildlife - the clients are both heavily involved in birding and surveys etc and I know that Linnets have been recorded in the garden, as well as White-Throat which have successfully bred in the Gorse :) Best wishes to you and yours in Wales - Joel
God's own county - good job
It certainly is William - thanks so much, appreciated :) Best wishes, Joel
very well done that was a wonderfull job
Stunning❤
Love it!
Thank you Karin :) Appreciate your support - best wishes, Joel
Wow,
Your work is high quality,
But this is honestly next level.
This is supreme.
Hi Daz, this really means a lot, thank you so much. The area is still being improved further and the clients are a joy to work with as they are determined to make the most of their land for the wildlife and it's a pleasure helping them do this. Many thanks again - best wishes to you and yours, Joel
Oh Joel what an amazing job you did, it's really so beautiful. I hope you and the client won't mind that I've got some stunning screen captures now for my PC wallpaper?! You take such trouble over the aesthetic result and you save and use everything so sensitively. It's such a lovely video thanks ❤️
Thank you Marion :) I am sure they wouldn't mind at all - I plan to visit these clients again in summer so I can do an update and catch up with two VERY nice people, it was the owner of this property that helped me work on finding a specialist bird food to cater for all garden birds, all year round and to not affect small chicks if fed in Spring too :) Thank you for the wonderful support and encouragement Marion, it really does make a difference to me - best wishes, Joel
Wow that was an amazing transformation. Great job.
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a nice comment - your support and kind words are appreciated :) Best wishes, Joel
This is phenomenal Joel from the start to the finish of the project and of course it is ongoing from a development and maintenance perspective. The landowners are wonderful people to enlist you to create this oasis for people and wildlife with the opportunity for habitats to develop and wildlife to flourish. Inspirational. I saw my first marbled white during the summer of 2021 in the meadow the other side of my garden hedge and included it in one of my videos. That sighting was a highlight amongst many. I hope to see more this summer, fingers crossed. Thank you as always for all that you do to make this world a better place. Paul 😊
Thank you Paul :) Quite surprisingly, I found a good number of Marbled White down by the seawall near where I live - I didn't expect to see them at all, let alone in such numbers! Yes, this was a fantastic project to be involved in and the clients really are into their birds and making the whole area appealing for wildlife, they're rewarded daily needless to say! I will check out your video asap, at the moment I've spent the last 3 hours editing the 100th pond video, not sure how long it will take to upload to YT as it's circa half hour but needed to be :) Catch up with you soon! Best, as always - Joel
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton My Marble White sighting Joel was my first and last to date so here's to more this coming summer as they expand their range northwards.
The video including the Marbled White is called "Shades of Spring and Summer Past" if you get time to have a watch.
ua-cam.com/video/aYSx15hOFdU/v-deo.html
Planning filming, editing and uploading is very time consuming but worth every minute spent Joel. Your videos are testament to that 😊
Super
Thank you Jose. It is a lovely project to look after now 😊👍
Really really really beautiful 😍😍😊❤️❤️❤️
Thank you! Really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a positive comment :)
I just watched the rose propagation - brilliant :)
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton thanks for watching 😊😊🤗🤗❤️❤️
This is absolutely gorgeous!
Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to leave such a positive comment, it really does make a difference :) Best wishes to you and yours - Joel
This is amazing what has been achieved
Thanks for your support and encouragement Siôn, it makes a difference :) Best wishes - Joel
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton thanks for your response its great to see British nature thriving
@@sion_grace It sometimes feels like a losing battle, but hopefully the channel is helping people realise that there are so many rewards in gardening this way 🙂
This is my dream garden, just on a slightly smaller scale 😁 Fantastic job!! 👍
And mine! I dream often of having an area that size to improve and "give back" to nature - meanwhile, encouraging as many people as possible to make a space available for wildlife will certainly create a mosaic and corridors that can help these plants, insects, birds, animals thrive and in turn be enjoyed by more people - it's a win/win all round - thanks again for all your support, it really is appreciated and helps make this all worthwhile :)
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton My ultimate dream would be to buy a few acres of neglected woodland and rejuvenate it, all I have to do is win the lottery 🙄 In the meantime I’ll carry on making my very small wildflower meadow😊 Thanks for your videos Joel, they are always good to watch and inspiring.
What you're doing really WILL make a difference to all that fauna struggling to find habitat, there are so many "isolated" butterfly species that have to stay where they are, purely because there's no "bridge" to other places, the Heath Fritillary butterfly is a prime example. Keep doing what you're doing and it will pay off, guaranteed - lots more videos to upload, it's just finding the time, but your encouragement continues to inspire me, thank you :)
Very nicely done!
Thank you Dan - appreciate you taking the time to leave such a nice comment :) Best wishes - Joel
Beautiful natural landscape, so stunning🤩😍 The more videos I watch the past couple of days, the more excited I'm getting. I ordered your book on Amazon, cannot wait for it's arrival😃📗 Cannot wait for the next growing season, I will make sure to make use of every single square inch of my space. I want my gardens to be filled to the brim with plants and wildlife 😍🌿🌼🌺🌹🌷🦋🐛🐞🐝🪱🪳🦎
That's so wonderful to read Titia, thank you so much - I've even filmed two videos today whilst out on site (to add to the circa 50 I still have to edit and upload!) so there will be more to come. Best of luck with your garden, with your attitude and determination it won't be long before you are rewarded with many visitors - best wishes, Joel
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thanks for replying. That was the first thing I noticed when responding to a video, you are very active in keeping in contact with your viewers🥰 I will do my best, maybe I may inspire a few people in my area over time to do the same. Even if it's a small corner. I noticed last year with my paved-over backyard since adding a nice, spacious, planted corner, how much life there was in. I saw several caterpillars and had about 3 visiting butterfly species and a big bee coming back every single day (until it drowned 😭) I even had a wild pink flower species growing between the leftover of the digging, which only grows on rough, rural sites like a descerted business area. I was so amazed of it's kelk like beauty, that I can't imagine why people dishonour nature so much🙁
@@titiasplantedaquariums thank you. It’s great to know that so many people are acting for nature and trying to preserve what we have. The whole purpose of me setting up the channel was to support people and encourage as many habitats as possible worldwide, and it’s working! 😊 It’s sometimes overwhelming seeing so many people helping nature and the responses are fantastic. Keep up the good work - nature will reward you 😊
Awesome work
Thank you Manulal for your support - I hope everything is good where you are - best wishes, Joel
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton May God bless you, brother
You too Manulal - stay safe :)
Hey Joel, love the video! I am aware that existing vegetation should be removed before putting down wildflower seeds but I noticed in the grasshopper meadow that it seemed as though the wildflowers and grasses were coexisting. Can wildflowers coexist with native grasses and sedges?
Thanks and all the best!
What a transformation, it is nice to see that there are still people willing to put the effort, (or contract someone to put in the effort), to create such wonderful environments, is the hay from the annual mowing cleared off the field ? The Red Admiral count was most impressive, you need a few Large Tortoiseshell there now! Stay safe! Chris B.
Hi Chris. Thank you for your comment. Yes it’s great to go back each year and manage this site. The hay is cut once a year in September and the cuttings removed 😊👍
Ps. Wouldn’t mind a few Large Tortoiseshell! 😁
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton I find that last cut very difficult to time here in France, most Septembers are full of flying butterflies looking for nectar, and the meadow ,being filled with Scabious at that time is a huge draw for them, I now cut part of it in October, then, if the bad weather has not set in, another full cut in November, but this year there was still a lot flying to the end of November, then there is the problem of Lizard Orchids, they are starting to shoot up at the end of November, so it is always a timing problem for me. Stay safe! Chris B.
@@453421abcdefg12345 it’s difficult playing God on a nature reserve isn’t it?! 😆 I have this dilemma every year! So hard to judge but I mostly carry them out mid - late sept through to mid October
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton I have often thought of such management as "playing god", it is of course a huge advantage to be able to manage an environment by just stepping out of your back door, it gives a great advantage in as much as being able to judge to the day when the work is best carried out, I find it best to cut different areas at different times so as to maximise nectar sources , but of course by the time butterflies stop flying,(around the end of November here), Orchids have started pushing up, and a few of them get their leaves clipped short, it does not seem to bother them though, but in some areas of our meadow the Scabious are still in flower now, (December).
Fantastic project and restoration work 👌💕. New friend to your channel. Subbed. Thank you for sharing!👍 It will give me some landscaping ideas on how to tackle my 5-acre wooded property in Canada.
What a wonderful comment - I really appreciate it - your channel sounds intriguing, I'll visit and have a proper look :) If you need any help or advice at any time, please do let me know either here or via hazelwoodlandscapes@hotmail.com - best wishes, Joel
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thank you, Joel.👍 As the property is in Canada and we live in Australia, it could be a while before we tackle that project with Covid travel restrictions, etc. But I certainly will contact you for advice when the time comes. Thank you and have a great weekend.
You too - and do keep me updated, Covid permitting I would love to visit your place one day, take good care in the meantime :)
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton That's no problem and for sure it is worth a visit indeed, as I am certain you would like the area. The Canadian Rockies are just idyllic not only for their gorgeous mountain scenery and wilderness but also for the conservation efforts of their pristine flora and fauna by Parks Canada and other dedicated groups.
@@EasyHikes4810 it sounds (and looks) beautiful! I hope to visit one day 👍
Hi
Hi Yash - I am not sure you saw my reply on another video, but I was very impressed by the tiger sighting at Gadchiroli on your channel - I've subscribed :) Best wishes, Joel
Hi Joel, just stumbled on this channel. I have a question. What is the life cycle of a cobnut plat? I fell inn lol e with this. Cobnut plat. But no idea how to look after it what to do. Where to start. Any advice would be greatly appreciated
Hi Joel really enjoying your videos on here! Could you suggest the best grasses to plant/sow that are the most beneficial to wildlife? Many thanks 😊
Hi there Callum, sorry for the delay - I have just got home from work. It would be difficult to list all the plants here, are you meaning for meadows in general or herbaceous perennials? It is not a plug, but in my book there is a full plant list at the back, but I'm happy to help :) Best wishes, Joel
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thanks for getting back to me so quick Joel! Sorry I should of made myself clearer. I'm looking for some native perrenial grasses to make my herbaceous borders look a bit more natural and to obviously attract as much wildlife as possible. I've also just seen that your book is on sale right now on amazon so I will definitely be picking it up :)
Can I ask if you used any membrane under the crushed stone paths please. I get ear ache for not using it because I want to keep things simple, but wondered if I should be using it?
Hi there - you'll be pleased to know that there's no need for membrane, as long as the sub-base is laid to at least 6 inches, I lay it on Type One MOT or Crushed Concrete :) Hope this helps and backs up your theory ;) Best wishes - Joel
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thanks, Joel, very much appreciated
@@rewildground You're welcome :)
It’s a bit off topic but I have a question about a plant called Nandina domestica or heavenly bamboo. Does this plant have any benefit to wildlife as far as the flowers and berries go?
Hi Addison - this question is just as valid :) From my understanding, birds such as Cardinals and Waxwings do eat the berries but, like most things, if eaten in excess can cause harm to them - I'm not aware of any butterflies using the flowers/nectar but I'm hoping one of the viewers here may be able to shed further light for you - if you do find out by other means do let me know! Thanks, Joel
Thank you so much for replying. I was very curious about the plant because lots of them are available free to me and I was hoping they had a use in the garden.
Hi Addison, not a problem at all - happy to help, can I assume you're in the USA? Your question got me thinking so I did some brief research this side and this website may prove helpful, it does mention butterflies and a bit more background on the plant, ie it's not actually related to bamboo! :)
www.paramountplants.co.uk/plant/ndo/nandina-domestica-obsessed.html
Thank you for your help and research I’m glad I got you thinking :) maybe you could do a video on heavenly bamboo and some of the more invasive plants in the garden. Yes I’m from USA down south my zone is quite warm 7b
If I come across some I certainly will :) I understand it's pretty invasive and not native to the UK but if I see it already established as a specimen in a garden I'll let you know for sure - lucky you, none of the UK can be considered a warm zone ;)
what's that lawnmower you are using to cut the meadow?
It is classed as an “agri mower” Michael 😊👍
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton nice looks good... thank you for your videos, I have already built the barrel pond from watching your video :-)
Really pleased to hear that Michael - It's so good to hear that the channel is proving useful and encouraging others to help wildlife - keep at it :) Best wishes, Joel
@@michaelf6235 thank you. So good to know the channel is helping you and many others 😊👍
Next video: Restorating old Garden path
Hi Tomáš - I think I do have film of this and over the Christmas break I will be uploading more videos - I will remember your request - hope you are enjoying the channel, best wishes to you - Joel
@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Okay, thanks.
When you have the money you can do anything it takes money and labor to do what this man did
“Ancient” means a long, long time ago. In a galaxy far, far away.
It doesn’t mean “old”.
Don’t be ageist.