I so enjoy watching both of you.....I'm 76,widowed n miss all the fun/work doing all work ,improvements,decorating ,,just enjoy....treasure ur time now.....thanks for all you do...best wishes God Bless.

DO NOT get rid of that beautiful gate you inherited from the former owners. Have it sand-blasted and painted black. That piece is beautiful. I have been waiting for its reinstallation.

The zone maps use the average minimum temperature from 1991-2020, not the coldest temperature during that time, so I think it’s reasonable to expect that we will continue to see temperatures colder than the zone would suggest, but less frequently. Personally I think that as the weather gets more extreme, the zone map concept might just not work as well as in the past.

Your family has good immune systems because you are outdoors so much and from working and playing in the dirt. It’s truly the best medicine.

My allergist gave me three tips towards fighting my allergies. Remove carpets, remove heavy curtains, don’t wear shoes in the house. I couldn’t believe the difference.

I love the Laura & Aaron show and how you communicate as a couple. It's fun seeing a glimpse of behind the scenes of Garden Answer. Speaking of which, have you guys ever considered filming a day of Laura creating a video to show your audience how much work and time consuming the process is including editing? I've always wondered about the creativity that goes into creating GA videos because you do it so well.

Aaron, absolutely loved the parenting & kids comments. Wise words from your Mom. Completely agree with it all.

Your idea of having a gate so the public can view your Christmas lights a couple nights is so generous. We had a neighborhood that did a similar thing. They did the Santa Claus, Hot Chocolate and even did a Toys For Tots donation. Not sure how the City Police figured in, but they had somebody directing traffic. They had foot traffic and vehicular traffic. I'm sure it would be a lot of work, but also a great gift to your community. Thank you for all of your inspiration.

I love how Aaron is so supportive and encouraging to Laura❤️

You two made me laugh multiple times today. Thank you for that. You two are awesome. You are not only providing gardening tips but great parenting tips as well. Love your channel and the content.

I just love it when Aaron’s wheels start turning. He looks straight to the camera, then his eyes look up to the right. You can almost see those wheels moving! 😂

36:38 Thank you Aaron, for sharing your Mom's excellent advice about raising children. True words of wisdom!!!

Does anyone else hate when Laura says “Our last video…” I just love these and don’t want them to end! I love having my morning coffee with you two!!!

Thank you for being caring parents! As a teacher, it is much appreciated. More parents need your philosophy. ❤ and I love all your garden content 🥰

I absolutely love seeing the husband and wife banter. It's my favorite to see you guys get a little sassy with each other 😂

My dad never had all the tools he needed so when I was old enough to know the tools, I was the “go-fer”…Benjamin will be a big help in the future!

As a crafter I'm just aghast that a pile of perfectly good scrap wood went to the dump! lol But seriously that IS like gold.

The Canadian plant hardiness zone map also includes other variables you were talking about like length of frost free period, summer rainfall, maximum temps, snow cover, January rainfall, wind speed and elevation. Very helpful!

The swinging sticks are not safe at all. I applaud the commenter for speaking up.

I had to chuckle when you were discussing savings odds and ends because we also do keep things like that. A friend explained it beautifully once . She said you see the possibilities in the thing you’ve saved whereas others don’t.😊

The iron gate chatter ALWAYS makes me laugh! I look forward to seeing the winner of this debate. 🤣😂🤣 My money is on Laura.

Good morning! I know I say this all the time but another great recap! I like that Aaron is in the videos now and the banter is so enjoyable. I enjoy all your videos and have learned so much. Thank you.

Regarding the wrong size conduit, this saying has stuck with me. “ Don’t give instructions that can just be understood, give instructions that cannot be misunderstood.” I heard this from an arborist that his crew cut down the wrong tree!

I love it when people try to warn you about how to raise your children and Laura's all like that's all I'm gonna say let's move on 😂😂. I personally am so sick of people trying to tell you how to raise your children. 😅

I love that you’re talking about the “reality” of projects. It’s so easy to get swept away when watching content and how everything comes together magically, but in real life, most things are 10x harder to pull together 😂. We need to keep our goal high and our expectations for how long it will take low…and just keep going!

The look on Aaron's face when he said you are stealing someone else's joy! Laura's 2024 new year's resolution: Use those iron gates and make Aaron eat his words! You're right Laura, that was hard, but the two of you are totally adorable together. I love the banter.💗

I love the ongoing debate about the white gate.😂 can’t wait to see where it ends up in your garden. It’ll be beautiful.

Laura buys flowers and bulbs like I buy fabric and patterns for quilting projects. It’s a must have because you may not find it again! Good job Laura! 😅

I leave my shoes on in the house too. It is a preference. I’m a nurse and I think our family has been healthy. I raised 5 kids who now have their kids. Thanks for the videos.😊

Love everyone of your videos. I've learned so much. My favorite part on the highlight videos are when Laura's hand goes on her hip after a little bantering. You guys are just cute!

For my acreage I made a "possible box" on the gator. In the box I keep most things I might need while doing any project. Some nails, hammer, screws, screwdriver, knife, pliers, Felco, wire, zip ties, hand tools, etc. It takes up little room but saves so much time and effort.

I can’t believe how many people think that you should do as they do re shoes in house. As usual you and Aaron handled it all with aplomb. Good for you.

I’m seeing your beautiful coffee mug that has the thin lip around the top. I know that’s the type you prefer. Could you consider selling one on your store with your Garden Answer logo? I would love that!

Great idea Aaron! Zone planting experiment would be helpful to everyone who is thinking the same way!

28:44 Aaron: You’re so positive; That’s a trait that more people need Also Aaron: I’m more people

I agree with you on the shoe thing. I like to just walk in😊

I love your thoughts on asking yourself if you yourself were to blame for not communicating etc. I have 6 sons and 4 daughter in laws whom I love dearly. The worst nightmare for me would be to not have them love or respect me back. I had (she passed) a mother in law who was the epitome of kindness, love and acceptance. I try to ask myself what she would do when I am interacting with my DIL. Learning to communicate the first utterance so not to be misunderstood is absolutely the most essential thing for happiness.

I host every year for my youngest son and 10 of his friends/wives on Friday after thanksgiving. They are now in their early 30’s. They all pretty much grew up at my house during junior high and high school. I make all of the food and desserts and only have one oven. It’s a lot but they tell me they look forward to my cooking once a year. I enjoy doing it for them too.

My husband and I used to be eternal optimists when it came to projects and would think it will only take an hour or two. After many, many projects we don't give ourselves a time limit anymore and it'll take as long as it takes. We've learned that nothing goes to plan, ever.😄 Love all your videos.

Good morning, Laura and Aaron, from Windermere, Florida zone 9b Always lovely to hear you two review your week. I hope your family Thanksgiving went well. I appreciate you two and your family in my life ❤️ You are all so positive ❤ Happy Gardening Everyone 👩‍🌾👍 ❤Peggy❤

I love it that you make lists for everything. I was under the impression that the grow lights/plants in studio was the “plant doctor office”! When they needed extra love and help.

It would be interesting if you could have a couple of small flower beds with just zone 7 plants, then zone 6 plants in one and see how it goes…

The parenting advice was perfect!🙌🏻 I would have benefitted so much from that advice when my kids were little or before I even had kids! It took me too much trial-and-error to learn that on my own. You have great parents to pass that wisdom on to you.❤

I agree 100% with your Moms theory! I agree with you and Laura too about having good kids, you guys sure do! ❤

Brittany was so helpful, when we passed through Ontario, in helping select bulbs for a gardening friend. Everyone was so nice and helpful.

Aaron and Laura, you to are so essential in many lives! Your banter gives couples an example of how couples should act. I so envy those couples who do projects together AND DO IT WITH A POSITIVE ATTITUDE! A positive attitude is so important in learning; the struggle is so important in the learning experience. When I think about all I haven’t learned; not doing because I didn’t know how, I could cry! You guys are so good for the world!

Taking shoes off is essential for city living, considering people spitting on the sidewalk, dog doo, restaurant garbage etc. Also we in rainy & snowy areas, with mud seasons, it's messier to keep shoes on than leave them near the door. We also have lots of rabbits, deer & wildlife which posit their droppings just outside our door. In warm weather, I go barefoot as much as possible, rinsing before entry. For those with the above considerations, removing shoes is a no-brainer.

Laura is my spirit animal!! “ I’ll weld it” ! 😂

Laura the shelf life of the Gnatrol granular is 2 years Laura, according to the manufacturer Gnatrol should be stored in a cool, dry place between 59ºF - 86ºF (15ºC - 30ºC). Liquid formulation has a shelf life of about 1 year and granular 2 years. Expect reduced effectiveness after prolonged storage of Bt-based products.

“It’s like a sickness” - Aaron I laughed so hard 😂😂😂😂

Good morning! It’s snowing in Michigan❄️❄️❄️

I had to laugh at the question about shoes in the house. Where I use to live it was not an issue But, now that I am in South Carolina the shoes come off. The reason is the "RED CLAY" we have here. It stains anything it touches and it will not come out. Ask Jenny Simpson about Red Clay the next time you chat with her. Love your videos and have learned so much.

Good morning all have a safe and blessed day ❤️

Great recap. Love your videos. You are great parents, and You have sweet kids, and you are obviously doing a great job. I am so sorry you have to deal with the negativity of some people. Have a blessed day.

We remove shoes because of rocks stuck in them. We have wood floors. We don't insist that others do. But, most of the people we know are the same as we are. Each to their own.😊 Also, we get snow here, and puddles of melted snow is a bummer to step in.

Can I just say how much I appreciate how real the two of you are? Some of your conversations sound like me and my husband. Our convo is usually "Where are you going to put all of these new plants you just bought??" "Dunno.... guess I need to order a load of soil and create a new bed somewhere around here!"

I love to see and hear how much you two admire each other and have nice things to say. Such a special marriage.

I totally understand Laura and keeping "props" as I call scraps of wood etc.. She has a crafters mind as I do. Saving those things is part of the joy of crafting and saves time and headache of having to find or go buy the appropriate pc when you need it. I don't wear shoes in the house. A. Because I don't like wearing shoes period. B. Because they carry in bacteria and dirt. I quit when I had babies and they crawled around on the floor and then put fingers in their mouth. I've gotten so used to it that it's no big deal for me anymore. At other's house I do whatever they request. Unless their house is filthy....

Glad for your take on shoes in the house. I used run barefoot, constantly, or just wear flip-flops and easy-off shoes. Now arthritis has made it so I can't walk without structured shoes on. I do respect those who want shoes off ( I have those relatives), but please consider little slippers don't work for everyone!

when you have extra space,barns,attics as in older properties....then have extra areas to store....love that ..

Adding a few red lighted trees or displays can be beautiful. You still have an elegant display, but the red brings a bit more Christmas joy.

On the floor, under the door, you can install a “threshold”. On the door bottoms you can install a “door sweep”. Yep, I mentioned putting a bathroom when you were building the cut flower shed. I was thinking about potty training lol. Another bathroom or two will totally increase the equity of your property. Nice for employees too 👍🏻

Could you add brass kick plates inside and outside at the bottom of the Hartley doors and add some kind of solid insulation in between the kick plates to fix the gap?

Good morning Laura and Aaron! I saw the clips you posted so i know you had a fabulous day with your family and your table was awesome! Hugs from N.C..❤

My husband bought me a pair of Bogs garden clogs for my birthday. They are higher on my foot than traditional clogs. They are the BEST garden shoes! I can easily slip them off when i come in the house! Highly recommend them!

On the dates you do a tour, have the people bring can goods or something that can be donated to the children’s center. We have several light tours where they collect food for the food bank, toys for tots, a motorcycle ride for the forgotten child, coats for kids and blankets and hats for the homeless.

I bought a slow growing slender conifer from a specialist nursery about 20 years ago to put in the top of a Victorian rockery that would reach 15 feet max fully grown. To decorate at Christmas. It’s now at 40 feet and not looking to stop. #Impossibletodecorate

I'm sure the reason you always have glitches in your projects is because you do things as they should be done. Unlike whoever spliced the wires that could have caused a fire at your parents kitchen project. You're both so conscientious about what you do. Loved this recap!🍗🍁🍂

Canadians all take off their shoes going into a home, I have never in my life came across someone who was like “oh no keep those snowy boots on!” 🤣

I think when they created the new zone map they didn’t take into account that a big chunk of the Rocky Mountain states and the west have had a serious drought for several years. I read somewhere that they were based on the last ten years weather. They raised the Salt Lake valley up to a zone 7 too. I would bet that if you plant zone 7 plants here 95% of them will freeze and die within the next 5 years. Laura you could build a really nice outhouse by the flower shed like the ones they have in Yellowstone. They’re not like you great grandmother’s outhouse. 😊

Yup; Pick your battles. Floors are not one of mine. Have a Lineman that works hard and I am in and out all the time. We do however take our shoes off beyond the kitchen.

About the Hartley doors, a skilled carpenter can fix the doors by adding to the bottom. You should "Ask this Old House" I saw them door that on one of their shows for a home owner, it was a beautiful antique front door that looked amazing when finished.

I was surprised this week when I heard that ya'll became a 7. I'm in St. Louis, and I NEVER believed we were a zone 6. I feel like you may get hotter a month of the year, we get warmer earlier. I still do not understand the things they consider, but I'm kind of intrigued by it all. I guess I officially have become a person who likes to pull weeds and keep a garden journal with weather notes. I am so grateful for your channel.

We are a farm and we don’t worry about shoes in the house and growing up our kids were rarely ill and we are so rarely ill .. and we clean our floors almost daily anyway! So glad you seem so normal about shoes :)

Love seeing Aaron❤❤ He’s such a great loving dad!

Thanks to you and hoselink for blessing your followers with giveaways. Appreciate your diligence keeping your followers aware of scammers.

Oh, yes, I SO MUCH want to see Laura weld those gates and put them up.....go for it, girl!

Paul and Bethany are just the best.

I shed my shoes at the door, not for sanitation reasons particularly but I'm just more comfortable bare footed. Indoor shoes and outdoor shoes would solve your situation but the habits you're comfortable with are hard to change. I believe the USDA zones are 10 year averages and although they have gotten more dialed in they can't predict everyone's micro-climate. You're the best judge of your garden and it can't hurt to push your boundaries experimentally.

Great Q/A, love your outlook on life and gardening and your let it go attitude, being on the farm for +30 years, taking your shoes off if there was cow sh*t on it was expected, other than that, nope, with 3 kids running in and out, the neighbors kids and dogs, stressing over dirty floor was not a thing. If your feet stuck to the floor, it was time to mop, if not before.

Agree on the trash. We were in Japan a while and Tokyo with 19 million had no trash. I asked our guide who said, "And no public trash cans!!!" He went on that it had been a problem and citizens were told to "keep their trash until they got home". That's all it took. We stopped in NYC and you almost wept at the utter filth and garbage everywhere, We noticed, by the way, that much Japanese fast food was "handed" over and not wrapped in three layers of coating. Best part of the week (I'm recovering from the hospital) is rising, getting breakfast and coffee and watching the weekly review.

I ordered a 7’ green stalk and also a pair of your gloves from your store for my husband for Christmas…your price was very good…so I appreciated that and I highly recommend others to check out your store! Thank you 💖

I have 2 65 lb dogs that are indoor outdoor and so we dont remove shoes, but I vacuum and mop a lot..love your gardens and all the Christmas/fall decorations

Another canned jellied cranberry sauce lover! I don't believe it! People think I am crazy when I say I want only that. I even made some cranberry sauce from scratch this year and although it was prety good, next year, I am back to canned, jellied permamently! it is nice to hear there is someone else who likes the canned stuff.

Ugh! I wondered how long it would take before having sinks/water and toilets at some of the out buildings would be wanted. Of all the conveniences, these would certainly be on my list of things to have. Suggestion, there are really modern trailer style "outhouses" available these days. They are so nice and clean and not smelly, and a company comes to empty and clean them. Would be something to look into for sure. With some creativity, these could be built into the backside of any of your out building and fit in quite nicely. Reducing the traffic of everyone using your main house, especially once renovated. Just my unsolicited suggestion. Thanks for another awesome weekly recap!

Please check with your insurance, before allowing public on your property.

Aaron, you could get a couple "Incinolet" toilets and build a room around them for the Flower Shed and the barn. Check it out.

We live on a farm / ranch and have pine wood floors on the entire main floor. You will not have to take your shoes off at my house 😁In fact I can’t go shoeless in the house because of foot issues.

Lol, it's like a sickness! You guys should also sell those tags on your site since so many people ask!

Jim Putnam has a good explanation of the recent rezoning

Hoping everyone had a great Thanksgiving! 🎉

love watching you and Arron interact with your children, reminds me of my dad and growing up in the 60's. We lived outside and only ever came in to eat and sleep. 🥰🥰🥰

I've spent this entire season silently envying your rainfall because you often say it POURED. I think I'm realizing that 'pouring' in the Midwest is a little different than the high desert :) At any rate, it's super dry and drought-ey here in South Dakota, and I would take that .2 inches if we could get it! Happy holiday season, you guys are a huge blessing to all gardeners, wherever we are.

I love that you are not fussy about shoes in the house. We are the same way. My husband grew up on a farm and the only time shoes came off was if they were caked with mud. We are from the era where you wiped your shoes on the door mat. Good enough. 😊

I agree with you both about the shoes in the house. That makes me uncomfortable to ask others to do that. I’m not fussy either. Never even think about it. I don’t want to make others uncomfortable to come to mine. Things can always be cleaned.

One, I bet that hook your mom had in her truck would be good to hang lights 😂 Two, I loved that big white gate! I'm glad you plan to use it again

I have a SUN JOE power washer and absolutely love it!! It’s electric with a really long cord and sprayer, the motor only runs when you compress the handle so no obnoxious, continuous noise like a gas-powered one, has two containers for soap, three sprayer heads and a foaming head, etc. Have used it HEAVILY for four years and not a blip! I clean the concrete and wood porches, vinyl fencing, garage door and siding, concrete and resin planters, even my truck, and it even reaches my 2nd story gutters when I stand on an 8 ft ladder. I think I paid about $120 on Amazon and it’s one of my favorite household tools!

Your response to that person talking about kids playing with sticks lmao. Love it. I was brought up in a bubble wrap family and boy i'd rather have had some bad things happen in my childhood than being not allowed to do most things because it was "dangerous" because the paper said that it happened one time

The best way that I found to aerate the pond in winter is to take a regular fish tank air pump and add tubing to reach the bottom of the pond. Place a one way valve at the end to prevent water from getting into the tube and freezing and end it with a stone aerator. The bubbles keep a hole open in the ice even in frigid temperatures. I found the heaters couldn't deal with extremely cold freezes even with a high wattage unit.

That carriage is so beautiful and screams “Garden Answer” I can so see it in front of your future barn!