Unbelievable DIY Backyard BEFORE & AFTER TRANSFORMATION Thousands Saved Using Recycled Material ASMR

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2 ай бұрын

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In 2021 we began a new garden space in our backyard. This was a complete DIY landscaping project. From planning the space, to doing our hardscape, and landscape planting, George and I did it all together over the course of 2 years. In this video we show you the complete project. There is footage of where we started and how it ended. While this video focuses primarily on the infrastructure, hardscaping & French Drain in the garden, you can find videos of the planting of this space in my "Japanese Maple Garden Playlist":
• Japanese Maple Garden
We hope this video brings you inspiration for creating new gardens in your landscape, and encourages you to try some DIY landscape projects. Thank you so much for watching. - Steph 🌱(Gardening in Massachusetts zone 6b) #gardening #spring #perennials #plants #new
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@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Hi Garden Friends! I hope you enjoy this transformation of our backyard garden. I have the following playlist that has all of the videos related to this new garden. Thank you so much for watching, and hope you all have a wonderful week! -Steph 🌱kzfaq.info/sun/PLLIVyX7Y1HGGVkoCot1iHPgPAE50GcATl&si=4HU4eqjnZ-o3PMe2 Here's my Amazon Store Where You Can Find Many of My Favorite Garden Items 👉 amzn.to/49F9RTU

@zoreslavazinczenko1060 2 ай бұрын

One word...STUNNING!!! (I need a "George" in my life!) 😊

@toadstool5591 2 ай бұрын

Please get George what ever kind of gloves he wants NOW! No need to wait for a "special ocassion" to justify the purchase, just get them because he needs them now and you love him. The transformation was nice to see with all the steps involved. Sometimes people do not realize how hard gardening can be. You two work well together. I love watching your garden grow.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely!! He can have any garden tool or glove he wishes, I couldn't have done that project without him. He's the bestest! Thank you so much💚

@AliPillette 2 ай бұрын

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@giseliapereira5914 2 ай бұрын

George has gloves…lol

@bloom-chirp 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for not adding music over the top. I much prefer the sounds of nature & even the sounds of work to artificial music stuck in.

@dianepeterson9033 2 ай бұрын

George does such a good job explaining the reasoning behind what he is doing and then showing the actual work. It looks so good. He seems to really enjoy spending time in the garden..mission accomplished, Steph!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Diane! 🥰

@mfm1981 2 ай бұрын

Wow! Simply beautiful. George is the superstar. Now we want George in every video.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

I agree! I love when he agrees to be on camera with me 💚Thank you!

@pj3341 2 ай бұрын

George !👏👏👏👏👏

@gertrudette 2 ай бұрын

I am so glad you did not put music in this. I really enjoyed hearing the birds sing as he worked.

@staceyallard2692 2 ай бұрын

I have been waiting for this video for so long.. it is absolutely amazing! GEORGE is the man! That was some hard work George, you should definitely be very proud of what you’ve done. Patience and persistence paid off ! The maples, the other plantings, the cobblestone, the pathway AND drainage are just beautiful! I was looking to see where the pagoda moved to after you got your mini boulder in there! Steph, you are definitely blessed! & your work as well has paid off also. Great job you two! Can’t wait to watch and see how everything looks during 2024’s season! You guys are among my favorite garden channels on YT. Thank you for sharing with us! 😊♥️

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Hi Stacey! Thank you so very much for your kind words. I'm so happy you enjoyed it. Yes, it was a lot of hard work. But also so rewarding, and fun to do together. Lol the mini pagoda is currently overwintering in the shed. We bring in our little yard statues into the shed to keep them from cracking etc in the cold weather. I would love to get a bigger one at some point, I love the little pagoda. The stone was a great addition to the garden, George's persistence to move it paid off. Thank you so much for watching our videos, and for your wonderful comments. So glad to have you along 💚🥰

@vickimiracle5077 2 ай бұрын

The before and after is amazing.... It makes me wish my husband and I were younger.... So we could DIY more than we do. But so thankful that we are able to pace ourselves to do a little every year. Your video shows me we will get there. Lol. I love your maples.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

You sure can Vicki, slow and steady 💚 Thank you so much!!

@dl4864 3 күн бұрын

George is brilliant!!

@sammysworld5485 2 ай бұрын

Wow. Everyone needs a George around. That was labor intensive… great job! I can’t even get my husband to dig a hole. As a woman who has CFS, I’m proud to say I transformed my entire garden by myself. From lifting & placing rocks, laying pavers, digging, planting, transplanting & creating beds. My husband just enjoys my hard-work. So count your blessings Steph. You have a great man!

@deannachurch1103 2 ай бұрын

The Japanese Maple 🍁 Garden is simply stunning 🧡

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Deanna! 💚

@sarahchristine546 2 ай бұрын

This is absolutely amazing and I love seeing a realistic timeframe for a major DIY project to be completed. It’s such an inspiration and a gorgeous result. Thank you for bringing us along for the transformation.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Sarah! I really wanted to show that part, that it takes time. When I was a newer gardener it wasn't so obvious that beautiful gardens take time to make and to mature. This often times makes the decision to start planting intimidating. My goal was to provide inspiration and encouragement. Thank you so much for your kind comment 💚🥰

@Cottonstatecountry 2 ай бұрын

Dang, George! You’re definitely the work horse of that garden! It’s beautiful and you’ve done an amazing back breaking job! I know you must be so proud!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

He's a great help and hard worker, so grateful for him 💚 Thank you so much!

@wilsons_acres71 2 ай бұрын

WOW! LOVE IT! Your husband did a beautiful job. It's wonderful to see him help you make your garden so beautiful.

@theresaburg5881 2 ай бұрын

The garden looks great. George did an amazing job and I like that you showed how with a bit of patience, you can get the material for a fraction of the cost.

@gardenandjoy 2 ай бұрын

George is such a hard worker! I love that you shared a real-life timeline. Sometimes projects take years and that's okay! Especially with kids and budgets. I can't wait to see the garden come to life in spring. 😊

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Hi Steph! He really is, we are lucky to have him. I try to share the realistic expectations of how long it takes to create gardens, especially when we do all of it ourselves in an effort to save money. It can be done, but takes time. The outcome is well worth it. Thank you so much for your comment, and for watching. We're almost there!! Only 21 more days until spring. The feeling is already in the air 💚🌱

@angelasevier6520 2 ай бұрын

That is back breaking work. GEORGE❤

@danakenoyer106 2 ай бұрын

Gorgeous outcome from some persistent, intentional labor. The fall colors are spectacular.

@staceyallard2692 2 ай бұрын

Yes! They were, weren’t they! Just stunning!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! 🥰

@perryharris3171 11 күн бұрын

Love when guys get to do what they love outside!

@sandyasposito8262 2 ай бұрын

WOW your paths look beautiful!!! What a wonderful job your husband did!!! WOW!!!

@richbishop7896 2 ай бұрын

Steph and George you made such an amazing transformation and I love seeing capable gardeners doing the hard work themselves instead of always hiring someone to do it. You must be so proud of your garden. Bonny

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Hi Bonny! Thank you so much 💚

@3menandalady273 2 ай бұрын

Lets make sure George gets some cat claw gloves for his garden helping this season Steph lol. Loved this video so much. You too make a fantastic team. Beautiful garden!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so very much! Yes, cat claw gloves for the win lol

@stefmcclure9386 2 ай бұрын

Wow! It is absolutely beautiful! George did an amazing job on all those stones! ❤

@catherine5465 2 ай бұрын

The work George does is so meticulous! Nice job! And that it came together slowly over time is such an incentive to dream of my own special place in the garden.

@sydneykasmar 2 ай бұрын

That was amazing to watch George. Who knew that a couple of Japanese Maples given as a gift would draw out of you so much interest, time and attention to all the needs necessary to create one of the nicest Japanese Maple gardens I've ever seen. Beautiful and masterful.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Sydney!

@ann-marierobinson1861 2 ай бұрын

Hi from Faiehope Alabama Steph & George! What a beautiful job! I’ve been watching you for a couple of years & enjoy your channel so much! George is a natural on camera and in the garden! It’s 70 here today and I’m resisting the urge to run to the nursery! Happy Saturday! Ann Marie

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Hi Ann-Marie! Thank you so very much for watching us since the beginning and for your kind words, we appreciate you being here. 💚 He really is so helpful, handy & handsome, I'm a lucky girl 🥰 Running to the nursery is always a good idea. I Have never been sad/bored/unhappy looking at plants 🌱😀Have a great weekend!!

@nancyhajeski3360 29 күн бұрын

Japanese maples scare me . . . I could so easily see myself growing addicted to them. So I will content myself by watching the evolution of your maple garden. ADDED AFTER VIEWING: Wow! All the hard work was worth it. What a showplace it is now. The colors are a knockout, and the big rock has a real Zen vibe.

@maribellessawy1 Ай бұрын

All I can say is WOW, how BEAUTIFUL IT CAME OUT!!!

@HookedandRooted Ай бұрын

Thank you so much 🥰

@linakhoury6623 2 ай бұрын

Hi Stef 🌺 George did an excellent work and you arranged the plants beautifully in the garden . Your garden is the most beautiful garden in the world . Have a great day .🌺🌻🌺

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Lina! 🥰

@terrycourtney8011 2 ай бұрын

George does fantastic stone work and he has a good strong back. Beautiful garden, I also love the combinations of Japanese maples and other plants. Great job to the both of you.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Terry! 🥰🍁

@barbbrown7385 23 күн бұрын

Looks better than professionally done! Hardscape done right. Gorgeous color. You'll enjoy this for years to come.

@Linda_Reed 2 ай бұрын

An absolutely wonderful transformation! Well done, bravo you two!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Linda! 🥰💚

@jenniferhooks2454 2 ай бұрын

The transformation of the play area into the Japanese maple garden was amazing! George thought through all the steps of the project, and he worked so hard to complete it. Yes, definitely add some stones at the little drainage pipe exit. That Japanese maple garden looked so stunning in the fall in front of all the woodland trees! You guys did a great job! I enjoyed seeing all the parts of the project in one video, even though I had seen bits and pieces in the course of your other videos.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Jennifer, I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching 💚

@joellenjones3410 2 ай бұрын

I absolutely love your gorgeous garden! I can’t wait to see it transform into spring and summer this year! You have given me an idea to make a cobblestone pathway into my new refurbished garden area! Thank you for sharing again! We love your garden Channel!🌺🌸🌷🪴🌻 Here’s to spring...24 days! 🙌🏼🌈

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Hi Joellen! Thank you so much! We're almost there!! Spring is just around the corner perfect time to pick up that garden project of yours💚

@joellenjones3410 2 ай бұрын

@@HookedandRooted That will be my summer project! I have already started to search on marketplace for cobblestones low priced on a regular basis! I have expanded my garden in the backyard and incorporated an arch and I need a beautiful pathway from my backyard gate to the garden! I’m still hoping you will be able to show us how to sow seeds for pink Gomphrenas. I wonder if they could be sown directly into the garden after the frost is gone?

@cherylt6888 2 ай бұрын

Wow! This video was very good at instructing step by step how we can do this ourselves. Both you and George do an excellent job at speaking slowly and clearly so we can follow along!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much!!

@Theresefay 2 ай бұрын

Mr. H & R did a great job bravo George.

@patriciaflores2776 2 ай бұрын

WOW WOW WOW STEPH & GEORGE the project turned out BEAUTIFULLY with all the BEAUTFUL MAPLES and plantings. great vid,sweet pictures before & after. Thank you both for sharing🍃🌱🌞

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Patricia! Thank you for watching, and for your kind words 💚

@user-jb9dj7os4x 2 ай бұрын

Your yard is beautiful .

@sannaericditsler4034 2 ай бұрын

Steph and George what a lot of work but so worth it. Your yard is beautiful. I love your videos.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! 🥰💚

@michelesimpson2237 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful tree for the pet you lost. The maples are gorgeous. Job well done.

@deborahburgart561 2 ай бұрын

STEPHANIE!!! 😂Yes, I'm saying your full name for attention here lol Because WOW!! Look at the beautiful transformation of your garden. So impressive!!! George is such a hard worker too, my goodness. Please thank him for us. 😊😊 You have such a knack for garden design also. It's just lovely. You NEED to host a garden tour this year...Beautiful ❤❤❤

@HummingbirdHoller 2 ай бұрын

Picture Perfect 👌😊

@jeannettejohnson2572 2 ай бұрын

What a lot of hard work but a beautiful transformation…just stunning!😍

@life-mm5do 24 күн бұрын

George is a hard working handsome man. Nice video!

@SouthCarolinaTransPlant 2 ай бұрын

Very nice before and after! One thing i can really appreciate is George building the foundation to support the stones. I never knew how to explain it. I see a lot of diyers place stones without support, only to find them sinking later. I am saving this video in hopes that it can motivate me to get out and do this (on a much smaller scale). Thanks Steph and George!

@emmyhusfloen 2 ай бұрын

Such a great transformation

@lindastephens2969 2 ай бұрын

Wow. George is a keeper. Perfect work. Is he a landscaper or stone mason. He definitely knows what he is doing.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Hi Linda! Thank you so much! George is actually a computer programmer, but you would think he moonlights as a mason right?! He is very handy, and while my father in law passed away many years ago, he was a stone mason and I think that's where George inherited the talent from and some of the tools, his dad 💚

@missjenniferd1 2 ай бұрын

Great job both of you!!! It's great that your husband likes to do the garden work with you.

@jasminelouisefarrall 2 ай бұрын

It’s absolutely stunning George 👍 Well Done 🥰

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Jasmine 💚

@saraw8503 2 ай бұрын

Worth every drop of sweat!

@lauraheal4107 19 күн бұрын

Wow, this is amazing and what a transformation. George is a gem.

@marybollinger8668 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful garden transformation!!! Makes me want to get out in my tiny yard and dig in the dirt!!!!

@terrycourtney8011 21 күн бұрын

George is such a hard worker and he has a very strong back, and he is very knowledgeable..... need a George in my garden!!!! I love watching the progress as your garden grows.😊

@tammywinter9268 2 ай бұрын

Looks lovely, very charming….it is wonderful to share a hobby with your spouse…and good to be young!

@willaerley7140 2 ай бұрын

Amazing! It’s nicer than most parks!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words 🌱💚🍁

@helenpecoraro9096 Ай бұрын

Oh goodness I need a “George”😀. Both of you are so talented and hard working … your place is beautiful💕💕

@HookedandRooted Ай бұрын

Thank you so much, Helen 🥰

@lindathompson8100 2 ай бұрын

I agree with everyone else, this before and after is absolutely amazing. You guys picked out beautiful trees to put back there that have amazing color. I love looking forward to this year and all of your videos

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so very much Linda! Thank you for being here, and watching our videos.

@adriane1031 2 ай бұрын

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL

@debbiepeloso6012 2 ай бұрын

Amazing transformation!

@janfarrar1315 2 ай бұрын

Stunning!!!

@shareenstone6673 2 ай бұрын

What a beautiful transformation! You both have put a lot of heart and hard work into this and it has paid off.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@glendalewis5618 Ай бұрын

So beautiful and pleasant voices to listen to. 👍🏼

@melissadavis3814 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for documenting Steph & George. I’m in the same boat with out home being a custom build 6 years ago. The landscaping is a labor of love and takes years. This is something I would like to do and this will help me immensely in the planning and implementation going forward. Like George, my husband loves Japanese Maples so I just might borrow your genius idea to get him more involved. Everything looks beautiful and you both are doing an amazing job! ❤

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Hi Melissa! It certainly takes time, and lots of patience, but the outcome is very much worth it 💚Congrats on your newer home and gardens, so much fun getting to slowly work on making your house a home with a garden you love. Yes, I agree on the JM's. They are beautiful trees, and they are easy to love and get addicted too. Enjoy your garden with your husband! 🥰🍁

@oneblockwonderwoman6833 2 ай бұрын

So impressive! It came out beautifully. George is such a hard worker and did a wonderful job.😊

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@ABCABC-lm9gi Ай бұрын

Så fin, lycka Er i trädgården 🎉❤

@sheilalovesgreg3489 2 ай бұрын

What a hard worker George is! And you two are a great team!!! Everything looks absolutely gorgeous 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@heidijones1516 2 ай бұрын

Wow George what a great job you did, you're patience and perfection is impressive! I enjoyed watching the process.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so very much! 🥰

@janicesimmons4634 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful. You can tell you and George have really worked hard!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Janice 🥰💚

@kimtoledo6211 2 ай бұрын

Wow! You both working together with your passion has resulted in an amazing work of art. Beautiful! LOVE watching. You’re really inspiring.God’s Grace.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Kim! 💚

@silviarojas9266 2 ай бұрын

Awesome idea/gift for your husband.

@bridgetwilkins312 14 күн бұрын

Beautiful. Love the rock moving procedure.

@DanaLynnette 2 ай бұрын

So… completely off topic, but you and George should record a video about how you met. Seriously! I’d love to watch it!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Hi Dana! Thank you so much! High School Sweethearts 💚

@melissajones9334 2 ай бұрын

Oh George, your poor back, bless you. But you guys, everything looks absolutely amazingly beautiful.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Melissa 🥰

@Cmash5195 2 ай бұрын

Love your Japanese maple garden. The many hours (and years)of hard work sure was worth it. Thanks for sharing. We often underestimate how much time and effort are needed to prep the garden area before planting. Especially if you do it yourself. Very inspirational!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@bowersmack5212 Ай бұрын

That was an amazing picture on the end.

@kathymomcilovich2939 11 күн бұрын

What you did is really amazing. It was such hard work but you never quit. Beautiful.

@HookedandRooted 11 күн бұрын

Thank You! I appreciate your comment and thanks for watching.

@alicesmith6750 2 ай бұрын

I actually just stumbled upon this video, and was I so glad that I did! What a wonderful transformation, and the happiness it will bring will be priceless.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@abarnes00 2 ай бұрын

LOVE THIS AND WOW WHAT COLOR AND BEAUTY!!!!

@deannahaworth7666 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful transformation❤

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Deanna! 💚🤗

@joshuam0289 2 ай бұрын

This was an awesome transformation! It is also awesome to see your both taking up gardening, certainly will do good for any marriage/relationship

@marshabroms3457 2 ай бұрын

Wow! Looks amazing! The whole area is gorgeous!❤❤❤

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Marsha 💚

@kathyley5661 2 ай бұрын

This was excellent!! Wish i had a George. 😊

@keithtimelessacres 2 ай бұрын

It is a lot of work but well worth it. It looks great.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@vickirudolph2941 2 ай бұрын

What a beautiful transformation ❤ Hats off to you both, that's a hard tedious process and a beautiful spot to enjoy for many years 🎉

@happilyeverafter4947 2 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness! After watching this garden come together, I can’t wait to see the growth this Spring! So much inspiration here.❤

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! And thank you for watching 💚

@love2laffwithu356 Ай бұрын

Such a beautiful transformation. Lots of hard work right there. It’s nice when you have both a vision and a handyman. Looks so pretty. Well done to both of you. Your husband is such a hard worker.

@HookedandRooted Ай бұрын

Thanks so much! He really is a very hard worker. We're lucky to have him 💚

@dostuffwiththisdude628 2 ай бұрын

Hi Steph, the Japanese maple garden is definitely my favorite area in your garden. Well done!

@chafrajayfra32 2 ай бұрын

It’s beautifully done with looks of hard work and patience ❤

@patriciaharris2122 2 ай бұрын

Something to be so proud of. A lot of hard work paid off ❤

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@mplans328 2 ай бұрын

Your garden is absolutely stunning! Thank you for walking us through all the steps. You have truly inspired my husband and I!

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome, Thank you so much!

@AprilShowers24 2 ай бұрын

Your garden & hardscape turned out amazing. I appreciate seeing all the hard work that goes into the project. You & George make a good team.

@HookedandRooted 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! 💚

@corrinepornbeck4660 Ай бұрын

This Garden is breath taking. I noticed the beautiful balcony type of porch on your house and the view of this garden from that balcony must be completely satisfying. The footage from the fall....holy crap! That is the most beautiful back drop to your master piece of a garden. I'm absolutely in love with your garden.❤❤

@HookedandRooted Ай бұрын

Thank you so very much Corrine! We are so happy with it 💚

@lionolee5480 2 ай бұрын

Love your garden! Spring is almost here and all those Japanese maple tree and shrubs is what I have been dying to get my hands on. 😊 it make the garden looks so beautiful and peaceful. I can only imagine a koi pond with waterfalls how it will transforms this master piece of your to a whole new level. ❤

@sweetmommyof5763 13 күн бұрын

Great work George! 👍

@debraisola9037 2 ай бұрын

That fall color in the background from the Japanese maples Wow! 🍁 Looks amazing

@joycearthur5244 2 ай бұрын

What a transformation!

@MarileeBluhm19 19 күн бұрын

This is absolutely gorgeous! A TON of work but the payoff is so stunning! I live in what has always in my gardening life a done 4b.. southern MN and they recently moved us to 5a and would so love to try a Japanese Maple but am just a bit gun shy to pull that trigger yet. A Japanese Maple is an investment so I think I need to think about it and plan a space that would be perfect for it! Thank you for a video that was so informative!!!