Planting the Most Beautiful ‘Royal Raindrops’ Crabapple Tree! 🌳🥰💚 // Garden Answer

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  • @Sotiris-Christou
    @Sotiris-Christou 3 роки тому +232

    Who else cannot possibly wait to see how Laura's and Aaron's garden will turn out to be 10 years from now? 🥰
    Edit: Going on a drive for a while to get away from projects and stuff but ending up at the garden centre is probably the most relatable thing. I find myself "accidentally losing track" and ending up at nurseries or garden centres more often than I'd like to admit! 😂😂

    • @nancycherven9933
      @nancycherven9933 3 роки тому +3

      🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️🍁

    • @vlrissolo
      @vlrissolo 3 роки тому +2

      "Don't wish (time) away "

    • @nancyw5779
      @nancyw5779 3 роки тому +4

      “As one does”! 💕

    • @fraukeg.facchini2691
      @fraukeg.facchini2691 3 роки тому +5

      Going grocery shopping? Sure, but stop at a nursery first! ;)

    • @momcatx2
      @momcatx2 3 роки тому

      Ooooh maybe some age progression software. 😉 LOL

  • @lauradaniel7596
    @lauradaniel7596 3 роки тому +50

    Lol, so you two take off to get a break from gardening projects and end up in a nursery. That's my type of therapy too. Fine something pretty then can't wait to get back home to give your beautiful tree its new home. Break down: leave home to get away from gardening, go to a nursery, find a new project, rush home to start a new project. I love it!

  • @monicakoch5526
    @monicakoch5526 3 роки тому +202

    I can’t believe you guys found a multi trunk crab apple tree this late in the season. Looking forward to seeing it in bloom next spring. Lucky little birds in your garden as you are always looking out for the birds, bees, and nature. Perfect location there, it’s going to be beautiful tucked among the evergreens. Thanks for sharing the history and book of the grower.

    • @sunny45488
      @sunny45488 3 роки тому +4

      Check out the picture in the link of the Royal Raindrops Trees being trained to form a "treezebo" !!

    • @LB-vl3qn
      @LB-vl3qn 3 роки тому +1

      @@sunny45488 Wouldn't that be lovely somewhere on this property? A little secret hideaway for Benjamin, Samantha, and their friends? It only takes four trees. I wonder how many years it takes to get it to the point in the picture? Thanks for pointing this out. ~ Lisa

  • @emilyneal7888
    @emilyneal7888 3 роки тому +1

    I love that little hoppy dance around the tree that your husband did. At least it looked that way on fast forward. Lol 😂. Love the tree. The south garden is coming together nicely.

  • @joannpilgrim1425
    @joannpilgrim1425 3 роки тому +1

    You and Aaron remind me so much of my husband and I when we first bought our farm. Always working together on projects.

  • @feliciacardone8900
    @feliciacardone8900 3 роки тому +1

    That is one of the most beautiful crabapple trees, no mess, and wonderful color. It looks great.

  • @paulacothren3591
    @paulacothren3591 3 роки тому +19

    Dr. Michael Dirr from University of Georgia is the woody plants King of Kings! Coauthor of the book you showcased.

    • @Wuv844
      @Wuv844 3 роки тому +3

      Go Dawgs!

    • @didisinclair3605
      @didisinclair3605 3 роки тому +2

      We have Mr. Dirr's big dictionary of woody plants at the Nursery I work at.. it is nearly falling apart from how much it is used!!

    • @Treephorian
      @Treephorian 3 роки тому +2

      @@didisinclair3605 You need to add this one to your library. Very different from Dr. Dirr's manuals of wood plants. It is the most up-to-date manual on contemporary landscape tree cultivars in print.

    • @paulacothren3591
      @paulacothren3591 3 роки тому

      @@Treephorian Thanks for the recommendation, Nancy!

  • @vmabraham
    @vmabraham 3 роки тому +2

    "Ended up at a garden center as one does." I can relate :)

  • @kerrihiggins2106
    @kerrihiggins2106 3 роки тому +1

    "hope you guys enjoyed this video.........hope you guys are having a great day" Laura, of course we enjoyed this video, would be hard not to enjoy any of your videos! And again, of course we're having a good day, we've been blessed to watch one of your videos! ❤️

  • @tracyblalock4762
    @tracyblalock4762 3 роки тому +1

    Stunning! It really is perfect there! That’s a really nice looking tree. Great shape!

  • @BUDSBEAU
    @BUDSBEAU 3 роки тому +1

    i love how excited you get over plants, shrubs and trees, not all, but especially certain ones. at the end of the video you looked so giddy it looked like you were about to cry. i dont know, maybe it was just me . lolol

  • @reneecampbell8092
    @reneecampbell8092 3 роки тому +1

    I never really thought about your method of Green, yellow, red and blue. I love this method ❤️ it really makes you stop and look at your garden

  • @kaylac3367
    @kaylac3367 3 роки тому +61

    That tree is stunning!!! Multi trunk, red color, medium sized, ohhh... I want one! As you pointed out, all the colors and textures as you enter your property is going to be gorgeous!

  • @melindadagrosa3660
    @melindadagrosa3660 3 роки тому +3

    An anniversary tree. You can look back and remember you planted this (around) your fifteenth wedding anniversary. It's just beautiful.

  • @judyingram4846
    @judyingram4846 3 роки тому +1

    I am going to get that Crabapple tree. Can't wait to plant it, I've got alot of Redbuds, so a Crabapple is going to be so pretty.❤️

  • @greenthumbelina7331
    @greenthumbelina7331 3 роки тому +1

    Laura, I love your planting Method incorporating the four colors in your lovely gardens. My mom used to tell my dad, "Don't worry, there's a method to my madness" when it came to planting shrubs, perennials, and trees in our yard. Thinking back, she always tried to incorporate a variety of colors and textures that complemented each other. I love this style of planting, and I especially love that choice of crabapple. ~Margie

  • @m.k.278
    @m.k.278 3 роки тому +1

    Those yellow bushes behind it are beautiful. Makes me think a Forsythia in that area would be amazing in the Spring if they bloom at the same time. Great tree! Thank you for sharing your research on the breeder!

  • @HGCUPCAKES
    @HGCUPCAKES 3 роки тому +14

    I live in Australia. I’ve never had a desire to travel to America, until now. I REALLY want to come to America, visit Andrew Seeds and look at each and everything in the store. I then want to go out to your place and have Aaron drive us as we ride on the front of the Tractor 🤣 what fun! Loving your space. 💕 Congratulations guys

  • @Madeen1982
    @Madeen1982 3 роки тому +1

    Loved the explanation on how you look for different colours and textures in a garden.

  • @helenperalta3555
    @helenperalta3555 3 роки тому +1

    Oh how loved that tree is. You can see it spilling out as you and Aaron plant it in your landscape. It is going to look so beautiful. Touch of magic there!

  • @stephaniestewart9396
    @stephaniestewart9396 3 роки тому +1

    Everything is coming together just beautifully. And the glimpse of the view to the house is stunning. 🥰🥰

  • @LB-vl3qn
    @LB-vl3qn 3 роки тому +1

    Well, that was a find. Thanks for explaining again the method to your madness. How delightful that you can see this tree all the way from your window! It's a beauty. ~ Lisa

  • @kariAnnsiehs
    @kariAnnsiehs 3 роки тому +2

    “Who knows, maybe we’ll link it down below.”
    And it’s actually linked. 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻. Proud of you! Excited for the new read.

  • @muja4eva864
    @muja4eva864 3 роки тому +1

    I live in Sydney Australia and I get your videos around 9pm. (We are 17 hours ahead of you!) That's my time to hit the treadmill to make up my steps for the day. It makes the time go so fast when you're watching something you love! BUT ... I almost had a panic attack last night (Monday) when I was all ready to do my steps and nothing came through!! At 10pm the video came. Silly me, forgot that our daylight savings started on Sunday! Keep those videos coming! You are making a healthier and fitter me!

  • @Vintage_Recreations
    @Vintage_Recreations 3 роки тому

    Green, blue, red, yellow. This is so brilliant and so simple. What a fabulous tip embedded at the end of this video. Loving your results, Laura!

  • @allisonehresmangrussenmeye8082
    @allisonehresmangrussenmeye8082 3 роки тому

    that crabbapple is just perfect.

  • @patriciacole8773
    @patriciacole8773 3 роки тому +4

    I tend to look at unplanned blessings as God’s reminder to me of His great love. I can see your appreciation for the gift. I pray it’s beauty will always turn your hearts to the loving watch care of our Creator.

  • @martharice4916
    @martharice4916 3 роки тому +1

    A multi-trunk crabapple? How beautiful that will be in the spring!! Suggestion for a future episode - an interview with the breeder of this tree and the author of 'The Tree Book'. I think many of us would love to hear from him.

  • @tonifoster660
    @tonifoster660 3 роки тому +2

    Do you have any idea how cute it is to see you two working together, Aaron in heavy duty work boots and Laura with her animal print Vans ♥

  • @stephanieturney6292
    @stephanieturney6292 3 роки тому +1

    That is a gorgeous tree and the landscape is looking so good!! The view of the new green lawn space leading up to the house with the new winding driveway and straight row of maples on the east…it was all just a dream last year at this time. You and Aaron made your dream for this space come to life right in front of our eyes and it is so exciting and joyful to watch. Thanks so much for bringing us along for the ride. It is so much fun! 💗

  • @florianem.1050
    @florianem.1050 3 роки тому +1

    Laura, I must say I looove the woodchips look in that area. It gives a natural look, really woodland-like and it's different from the perfect looking rest of the garden 🤍 Don't feel pressure to put mulch in that area soon, we all make choices in our garden "because it's cheep" so it's nice to be able to relate to that 🤗

  • @LostInThisGardenofLife
    @LostInThisGardenofLife 3 роки тому +4

    Good morning! Have a beautiful week! 🌞

  • @UNswtTreats
    @UNswtTreats 3 роки тому +2

    Lol can you believe it?! I’m still watching your videos even when I’m in the MOST MAGICAL PLACE IN THE WORLD! Currently on vacation at Disney world!!! Just shows you how loyal and the commitment a lot of us fans of yours and Aaron’s channel have!! Does give me something to watch while waiting in queue for an attraction!! LOVE YOUR VIDEOS AND THE CHANNEL IN GENERAL!!!
    All the planters and garden spaces I spot at Epcot I can identify a lot of plants being used and I think hmmm this is because of Laura and garden answer!!! your channel is truly educational and wholesome!!!

  • @judyingram4846
    @judyingram4846 3 роки тому +1

    It's Big. Love it.❤️

  • @karenhart4316
    @karenhart4316 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you guys beautiful contrasts 🙌🥰🧤👒🐨🦘🇦🇺Karen from Australia 🐝🌱🪴🤩

  • @andyvwaldron
    @andyvwaldron 3 роки тому +2

    Love the breeding background info, would love to see that included more!

  • @juliehudson7032
    @juliehudson7032 3 роки тому +1

    What a great team! I like the look of the wood chips. Great story about the man who developed two of your favorite trees.

  • @marmaladesunrise
    @marmaladesunrise Рік тому

    They way you and Aaron take charge and get things done, whether digging a hole or other wise is so admirable. It is in part what makes your channel so worthy of watching. A quite wonderful pair.

  • @vickibroussard1895
    @vickibroussard1895 3 роки тому +1

    Teamwork makes the dream work. Love the information that is shared with us.

  • @songsgardensbyjenniferlynn3242
    @songsgardensbyjenniferlynn3242 3 роки тому +2

    Love multi-trunk crabapples! A deer stripped my crabapple last fall, so I cut it to the ground, and now it’s growing from the roots, and I’m making it into a multi trunk tree 🌺

  • @vmabraham
    @vmabraham 3 роки тому +2

    Love to see Aaron in the videos. He looks like an accomplished large equipment driver. Loved to see Laura riding with the tree!

  • @samantha.irenes
    @samantha.irenes 3 роки тому +20

    I love that tree, we planted that one this year as a memorial for our family dog who died this spring. It already has its fall color, a beautiful read.

  • @triciac1019
    @triciac1019 3 роки тому +1

    That so will be so rich and soft in just a few years. The leaves in the wood chips help the wood chips to break down. A good watch is the Back to Eden method. It's almost a 2 hour video, but you can learn so much how it helps build your soil up nutritionally and texturally.

  • @samandpat1
    @samandpat1 3 роки тому +23

    We took a break from the garden and ended up in a garden centre 😆 Looks beautiful

  • @steverdms
    @steverdms 3 роки тому +2

    Gorgeous little tree. I had never heard the green, blue, red & yellow philosophy but it is so true. I've always done green and red or green and blue mostly. I will be adding some more!!

  • @cathypolera9748
    @cathypolera9748 3 роки тому +11

    In lieu of hauling away the sod, etc., maybe build a berm somewhere on your property? I'm sure you could do something really beautiful. Just a thought. Thanks for 'Garden Answer'. Have learned so much about designing my own garden.

  • @colleenmasse9368
    @colleenmasse9368 3 роки тому +1

    Laura, ur like a kid in a candy store. U get sooooo excited when u r able to get ur vision fulfilled. It's contagious 🥰🇨🇦

  • @willowtreehill19
    @willowtreehill19 3 роки тому +2

    OMGoodness, this is one of the very first trees we added to our (new construction) yard in May 2015. We absolutely LOVE ours! Multi trunk trees always call out to me =)

  • @shanlynwebb
    @shanlynwebb 3 роки тому +1

    Beautiful tree ❤️. And it’s red!

  • @Gigi-fv9ky
    @Gigi-fv9ky 3 роки тому +1

    I love multi trunk trees but have found them difficult to find. I guess there are a lot of people in my area competing for them, lol. This one is beautiful and I hope it does great for you.

  • @afternoononthedock
    @afternoononthedock 3 роки тому

    The gift gardening gives is by starting manageably small (whatever that means to you) you get to watch as the journey unfolds. Things are never "done" so it's always a labor of love project. It gets me up in the morning, knowing there's something to attend to out there. So nice the berries will provide for wildlife :)

  • @lucpar23
    @lucpar23 3 роки тому +37

    Beautiful tree. That whole South garden is really coming together so quickly. Love love love.

  • @barbarabigelow9110
    @barbarabigelow9110 3 роки тому +1

    What a marvelous team you two are! Thank you for sharing about having 4 colors in the landscape. Learning lots from you!

  • @teresalegacy7099
    @teresalegacy7099 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this video. I love learning about this tree, the grower, etc. Great educational video. I cannot wait to hear about the "tree book" you have ordered.

  • @wimlouage6800
    @wimlouage6800 3 роки тому

    Every garden should have at least 1 crabapple, stunning trees. What a beautiful specimen you have there. Greetings from France ( Europe :-) )

  • @ytubechannel997
    @ytubechannel997 3 роки тому +3

    Love it when you share information about the history and breeding of the trees and shrubs you are planting.

  • @erinbigelow1628
    @erinbigelow1628 3 роки тому +1

    Fun! I had never heard you explain the “4 colors” method of designing a landscape before.

  • @cherylschumacher1832
    @cherylschumacher1832 3 роки тому +1

    That’s how it goes, I always tell my hubby when we go to our garden center “no I’m not going to buy anything I just want to look around” meanwhile he goes ahead an clears out the back of the truck 😂😂😂😂 What a beautiful tree, it like everything else is going to be amazing 😊

  • @jeanniecollier6763
    @jeanniecollier6763 3 роки тому +1

    Beautiful tree and so lucky to find one that had a multi trunk. Laura, thanks for sharing your method of colors.

  • @rb5402
    @rb5402 3 роки тому

    Love that gorgeous tree. Good for you. It was meant to go home with you. I am just as excited as you 💚

  • @angiebrockett7621
    @angiebrockett7621 3 роки тому +2

    New Gardner in Ohio: This idea of having a basic guideline to help when choosing plants will be a great success each time, thanks for the tip.

  • @sandythornton5166
    @sandythornton5166 3 роки тому +1

    Oh yes it is perfect there!! What a beautiful tree!!! We just planted a crab apple tree this spring and it's one of my favorite trees in our landscape now!!

  • @mtak1127
    @mtak1127 3 роки тому

    Love watching you both out in the garden working. Just makes me smile

  • @marilynburke7609
    @marilynburke7609 3 роки тому

    Love that crabapple tree Laura. I actually believe I heard it breathe a sigh of relief when you cut off that wire basket and set it free. Your new acreage is developing beautifully and the placement of the crabapple looks just right. I’m sure it will be happy and thrive in its new home. You and Aaron make such a great team and seem to have such fun working together and providing beautiful surroundings for your lovely family. 😊❤️

  • @chert2380
    @chert2380 3 роки тому +3

    I'm so happy you mentioned the "clean up" aspect because we bought this tree last summer - the single trunk version - and my husband said if those crabapples make a mess, he's pulling it outta there! Oh my! Thank you for explaining how the tree holds them and the birds take care of clean up. Whew!

  • @stephaniewarren9285
    @stephaniewarren9285 3 роки тому

    “Ended up at a garden center, as one does.” 🤣 Well yeah.
    My multi trunk Maple is my favorite tree in my yard! They just look so whimsical. Can’t wait to see that crabapple bloom! 🌺

  • @joannecraft-lane8660
    @joannecraft-lane8660 3 роки тому +1

    I loved this video. It is such a joy watching you and Aaron working together to get a large planting done. So enjoy it!

  • @juliehudson7032
    @juliehudson7032 3 роки тому +1

    And by the way, I understand the importance of the commercials for your pocketbook and so have been watching them clear to the end.

  • @karenbolen3366
    @karenbolen3366 3 роки тому

    What a pair you two !! A match made in heaven ....

  • @pfurr281
    @pfurr281 3 роки тому

    I thought me and my husband were the only ones who goes for a ride to get away and end up at a nursery with plants to set out when we get home lol great video love that beautiful tree.

  • @susanlewis3288
    @susanlewis3288 3 роки тому +15

    Our nurseries sell trees and evergreens from Oregon as well and I’m in Ontario, 🇨🇦 🍁 🌳

  • @AnnieG16
    @AnnieG16 3 роки тому +2

    That tree is absolutely gorgeous, and it is exactly what the space needed! I never knew about the blue, green, yellow, and red trick. Now I want to go out into my garden and see what colors are missing.

  • @AJsGreenThumbLLC
    @AJsGreenThumbLLC 3 роки тому +8

    Laura you and Aaron are so on the right track with this space. It is absolutely beautiful already.
    About the wood chips vs compost I think its actually very wise to go that route... wood chips decomposes and adds nutrients to the soil just as compost....just at a slower pace. Besides, you all add amendments as you plant anyways. Great video material as always!!

  • @b61020
    @b61020 3 роки тому

    Yes!!!
    Such a beautiful tree and the placement is wonderful!!!

  • @wynorawishum5860
    @wynorawishum5860 3 роки тому +1

    I love the Crabapple tree. My mother planted one when I was very young and it was one of our favorite trees. She would make jelly from the fruit. Brings back wonderful memories. I can't wait to see yours mature.

  • @dianebateman6808
    @dianebateman6808 3 роки тому +1

    What a beautiful tree, will be so gorgeous come spring!
    Great addition in the yard, perfect placement, great job as always Laura.

  • @jans8790
    @jans8790 3 роки тому +1

    I feel very happy watching this kind of planting, and Laura, your enthusiasm is so delightful! Thanks for taking us along!

  • @donnalovintexas8760
    @donnalovintexas8760 3 роки тому

    I love that the crabapple tree feeds the birds. We have a lot of East Texas pine trees that I feel do nothing but scare me during storms. I know the crabapple grows here but until I can get rid of some scrub cedar trees in the yard I have no where for the beautiful trees to be planted. I wish I had found your channel before all these scrub trees had grown so tall and big. Goal: save, remove scrubs and plant beautiful trees to feed the birds. Ya'll Stay Safe and God Bless.

  • @darcygillan3098
    @darcygillan3098 3 роки тому +28

    OK, this is now my favorite tree that you've planted. She is a beauty! We had a couple of crabapple trees at our old house, and I loved them. Can't wait to see this beauty bloom in the spring. Thanks for sharing the information on the grower!

  • @joannghram5832
    @joannghram5832 3 роки тому +1

    It looks awesome!!!!

  • @pamketron
    @pamketron 3 роки тому +2

    Such a beauty to find this late in the season. I love multi-trunk trees. Perfect spot for it’s new home. Love everything about it! 🌳💕☀️

  • @sandradunn421
    @sandradunn421 3 роки тому +3

    Fall cleanup time in S.E. Michigan. So many things to cut back. So sad. Aerial view would be appreciated Aaron. Love the videos.

  • @claudiaceleste777
    @claudiaceleste777 3 роки тому +13

    That tree was so meant for you! Can’t wait to see it grow in over the years

  • @holly_kay5570
    @holly_kay5570 3 роки тому +8

    "ended up at a garden center as one does" oh yes they do haha! Love love love the look you're creating and I thought you'd want to know that I've been using your color scheme of red, green, yellow, blue, and my gardens are looking amazing :)

  • @barbarastephens2890
    @barbarastephens2890 3 роки тому

    You and Aaron are such a great team! And cute. What a great blessing Garden Answer is to so many of us! Thank you!

  • @patriciawayne8780
    @patriciawayne8780 3 роки тому +1

    I think it’s going to be beautiful! Can hardly wait to see it in the spring!

  • @sharonroof1213
    @sharonroof1213 3 роки тому +2

    Love that tree! It is perfect for the space. I was waiting for to say something about that part of your garden is wet @ shaded more than the other parts and you did. Nice work 😊

  • @inthegardenwithmatteo
    @inthegardenwithmatteo 3 роки тому

    That book is one of the best resources about trees, I love it!

  • @mjrh45
    @mjrh45 3 роки тому

    Oh how I love that crabapple tree...beautiful!

  • @PJEC
    @PJEC 3 роки тому +2

    Hi Laura 😃 😊 Yep Absolutely beautiful tree. The colors of fall make me happy.

  • @Elizabethhhass
    @Elizabethhhass 3 роки тому +6

    Laura, I was just hiking in Montana while wearing a Garden Answer sweatshirt hoping another GA Groupie would spot me! Sadly no one has said anything yet.. can’t wait for the day someone recognizes the logo! 🪴

  • @robingrunzweig3940
    @robingrunzweig3940 3 роки тому +1

    ahhhh, it was meant to be ❤ that is absolutely gorgeous!!! cannot wait to see it at different seasons... i love the way this garden is shaping up... it's going to be spectacular!! 🙂 ❤ thanks for the video!! 🙂 ❤

  • @lynnelovett8999
    @lynnelovett8999 3 роки тому

    The Crabapple tree is beautiful. The newer space is coming along and just beautiful Ms Laura and Mr. Aaron.
    Be safe and well.

  • @shahkamali7114
    @shahkamali7114 3 роки тому

    Wow the multi trunk crab apple tree looks great and the fact it has a multi trunk is just beautiful. Can’t wait to see what your south garden would like as it matures. 😍

  • @artistinagarden
    @artistinagarden 3 роки тому +13

    What a beautiful tree to find for your space! It is perfect! I love watching how much this new space is coming together. Look at the grass pathways already, they look like they have always been there! Thanks Laura and Aaron for sharing your experience and knowledge!

  • @DixieGirl9876
    @DixieGirl9876 3 роки тому

    A beautiful addition! I tell my family all the time "there's a method to my madness." lol

  • @melissaturner7236
    @melissaturner7236 3 роки тому +1

    Always love when you add more trees to your landscape and share with us the different varieties you are planting. This Friday on BBC Gardeners’ World, they are doing an hour long special on trees…..should be full of inspiration and great advice. 💚

  • @TheSeasonsoflifefarm
    @TheSeasonsoflifefarm 3 роки тому +1

    I LOVE this channel!! I have been following for a few years now am currently living on ½ an acre and making it beautiful till we can get more land in a couple years! I have plans to create a beautiful botanical garden and laura you are my teacher and inspiration!! I love watching your garden unfold, you make us feel as though your garden is our own and every time you go to plant another plant my children and I get so excited at seeing the beauty come together! You are helping me develop my eye for style and find what kind is mine! Thank you for all you do!

  • @ritagraham
    @ritagraham 3 роки тому +4

    One of my favorite memories of my Grandmas yard was her multi trunk crabapple tree. As a kid we climbed and played in that tree for hours on end. Also she made the most delicious crabapple jelly from the fruit. Hope your kids will be making special memories in this beautiful area of your property. Also, thanks for the color tip for a yard space. I’d never heard that, but it makes a lot of sense. As always, thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. Have a great day!

  • @ElderandOakFarm
    @ElderandOakFarm 3 роки тому

    I never wanted to plant flowering trees until watching your channel. I never even realized/Payed attention to their beauty!