Unearthing an ABANDONED GARDEN

Unearthing an ABANDONED GARDEN - Massive Makeover

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3 ай бұрын

It’s been a long, cold winter in England…but SPRING is just around the corner and that means tackling our most challenging makeover yet! We spent years clearing out the overgrown brush and downed trees at the Main Estate but when we bought the Dower House -- the massive backyard was nothing but a patch of grass and a bunch of sheds. So, naturally, we decided to restore it to what we imagined it once looked like. Want to see months of creating working gardens, flower beds, an orchard and the greenhouse of our dreams? Wonder what thousands of daffodils planted one at a time looks like? Our vision took months to create but you can watch it all magically come to life here!
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@amyh3619 2 ай бұрын

Hi there, Master Gardener here. The daffs in the planter box have less room for their roots to grow, so they’re pushing out leaves/blooms earlier. The bulbs in the terra cottage pots are likely growing stronger/deeper roots before sending up leaves and blooms. Next year, you can plant the planter box a few weeks later and the two bloom cycles should catch up to each other. Anyway, lovely (and prolonged) display this way too!

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

Well that is an amazing tip!! Thank you so much! We know for next year ☺️

@goldenineke 3 ай бұрын

I don’t know how you get so much done between two properties and there’s only two of you! You are both amazing!!!!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

We always feel like we should do more 😭 but we are soon going to have to slow down the rhythm because we have started to feel it in our bodies 🤦🏽‍♂️😅

@chickadeeacres3864 Ай бұрын

I’m just me and am barely managing my acreage. Hubby is unfortunately disabled. I’d love to hire gardeners to weed and mulch my beds to give me a head start.

@Renault1401 3 ай бұрын

It has to be said... You both look prettier when you're not trying to look pretty!! The garden and green house are perfect. ❤ From New Zealand

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

If that is meant to say prettier we thank you! 😂😂 if it’s pettier then we might need to make sure we look prettier more often 😂

@Renault1401 3 ай бұрын

@@mytinyestate Lol indeed. Shall fix that right now

@MillieOsborne 3 ай бұрын

More garden, please! ❤️🇨🇦

@annehinchliffe7794 3 ай бұрын

Love the transformation! My question is, why is your channel called ‘My Tiny Estate’ as opposed to ‘Our Tiny Estate’? Just wondering 🌱

@sharronr 3 ай бұрын

Borja, I love you but the tiny auger that Dean is using is brilliant.

@jvsaints Ай бұрын

Brand new here. I can fantasize about your estate and gardens. The gardens make a home. How about planting a big crop of French garlic? The kind that make fabulous aioli. At first, plant enough for your own use. Next season, consider a cash crop. Build your reputation as you go. Probably will need a fortress to keep the bunnies and deer out. Life is good with home-sourced garlic. Cheers from Colorado. xo

@mytinyestate Ай бұрын

Omg we have bunnies this year and they are eating everything! Yea we have planted some garlic this year 🥰🥰🥰

@lauriecarpenter2902 3 ай бұрын

I am constantly inspired by your vision, determination & enthusiasm despite complications & difficulties. Thank you for your generosity in sharing your lives.

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

I just love to hear that! Thank you so much Laurie ❤️

@aussieanne6812 21 күн бұрын

Love your huge garden and the green house is perfection! It’s important to balance working inside your beautiful reno with time outside in the garden. One suggestion … buy sealant for the clay pots. You spray it on the inside of the pot and it reduces the amount of water that leaks through the pot so not as much watering is required. 😎🦘

@mytinyestate 19 күн бұрын

Yes! Thank you! Love the tip so much!

@littleblackphotobooth1334 3 ай бұрын

Honestly you guys, you make me happy. I love it that you didn't edit out Borja getting angry about his hedge, I'm sure those big brown eyes were literally flashing! Can't wait for the next installment!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Hahaha yess you can see in his eyes that are saying don’t you dare talk about the yew! 😂😂😂

@entomember 2 ай бұрын

Yew hedges can tolerate cold winds, but only if they grow up in them and establish the right root system. If you have your heart set on yes I would recommend getting tiny ones (less than 2 years old) and letting them grow in place. If you want to transplant something bigger for instant impact maybe consider a living willow hedge? Or if you want a dark green maybe holly? Edited for spelling!

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!! Certainly Holly does incredibly well! And we have seen small yews do really well!

@frankbriley4706 Ай бұрын

Everything y’all create is absolutely stunning.

@mytinyestate 29 күн бұрын

Ahh you are too kind 🥰

@margueritechristopher8549 Ай бұрын

Can't wait to see all these dafodols in bloom! Deer don't bother dafs

@mytinyestate Ай бұрын

☺️☺️

@lizanncrabtree 3 ай бұрын

I love that you guys are back! I watched all your episodes on television and they didn’t last long enough!! Thanks for letting us back in!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Aww thank you so much for watching! Lots to do always ☺️

@chickadeeacres3864 Ай бұрын

You re giving me ideas! I built a 12’ long harvest table but it’s painted lime green for the exterior near the greenhouse. I have a 10x20’ shade structure. Ideal for parties and crafting with friends. I have tons of 1x6” boards from an old deck. 😊 It’s also a great place to lay my garlic for drying etc…

@mytinyestate 29 күн бұрын

Oh nice one that’s great! Yes we love making new stuff that works with how we live and use the spaces 🥰🥰

@NogginsVintage 3 ай бұрын

I’m so addicted to your videos, watch them as soon as uploaded then have withdrawals for a whole week

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

We looooove the support ❤️

@vickiyore627 3 ай бұрын

Love this, i agree with Borja patience is key, otherwise youll be spending the next few years digging up and splitting things and trying to find room for them😂. Yews are surprisingly resiliant so you never know. But im trying not to think about the cutting of the daffodil leaves before they go brown 😮. There are some gorgeous stronger scented daffs about.

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Haha don’t think of it! We have been told that maybe those won’t flower next year but will be fine for the following year

@johndragon16 2 ай бұрын

With the table trough if you put terracotta pots in at intervals then you have wine bottle holders within your flora displays... just a thought😁🍷🍾🥂🥳

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

Brilliant idea!

@yegim8036 2 ай бұрын

Lovely garden! is it me or everyone who follows you on Instagram, was nervous during this episode? I was like Oh poor Dean! you don't know yet there are some sneaky white daffodils among the 2800 bulbs in the garden! :) keep up the good work guys.

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

hahahaahah I know!!! I am quite loving the mixture of bulbs now

@Keepthepeacesharethelove Ай бұрын

I enjoyed to watch your post. Thank you very much for posting.

@whittierlewis 3 ай бұрын

I love your KZfaq video show so much! You two are hysterical! 👬🏻😂🤣😍🥰😘

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

😂 we never thought of until we watch the episode ourselves ! 😂 definitely very different personalities 😜

@davidcarr9168 3 ай бұрын

You guys are so talented and hard working. The most impressive thing is that you live your vision and make it happen. Gardens are never Game over but trial and error, you night loose a plant or three, but there is always another opportunity to grow. Don't worry about fashion, keeping it real and telling the story is more important. I don't think i noticed clothes until you mentioned it. The headband kept Borja's ears warm but was so totally 80's.😊 who needs aerobics workout when you are renovating not 1 but 2 houses!😂

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Hahahaha yessss they kept my ears warm! 😜 although it’s a funny look 😂😂 thank you so much for the lovely words 😀

@Nicole_1987 3 ай бұрын

I am so glad you are showing us more of your story! I love seeing all the progress. Thanks for taking us on this journey with you! ❤

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for supporting the channel 😀

@dieselmum1 2 ай бұрын

Why not buy some wonderful Cyprus firs like you see in all over Tuscany (possibly called Pencil firs in nurserys) to replace the dead firs. Watch the new Ripley film too. Love watching your detailed and 'OCD' enthusiasm.

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

I love them for long drives in Tuscany for sure! But they don’t do well to be clipped ☺️

@broadbent2001 3 ай бұрын

You guys are adorable and it's a joy to watch the progress and how much pleasure you get from it all.....BRAVO!!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! ☺️

@deecorlett1433 3 ай бұрын

Make sweet chilli sauce it's delicious. 20 chilli's, finger size piece peeled ginger, 5 cloves garlic, 100ml cider/wine vinegar. Blend to a chunky sauce. Put in saucepan with 200g sugar and 100ml water. Bring to boil and cook to required consistency. I use frozen chilli's. Enjoy with cold meat, cheese, sausages anything really.

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

I love the sound of that! How long would it last? We need to learn how to preserve food!

@deecorlett1433 3 ай бұрын

@mytinyestate I've still got some I made 2 years ago. It's like jam, last for ages. Once opened I do keep it in the fridge.

@joannefildew9092 2 ай бұрын

Fabulous!😊❤

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

🥰🥰😁

@frankbriley4706 Ай бұрын

Outstanding garden 🪴

@mytinyestate Ай бұрын

Aww thank you !

@Keepthepeacesharethelove Ай бұрын

I hope you also planted flowers for bees and insects. Such as a wildflower meadow.

@mytinyestate Ай бұрын

we always do that! is mainly our priority

@user-jx8pv3dw2i 3 ай бұрын

The banter between you both AND the daffodils are both intoxicating. 😂😂😂 💛

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Hahahaha I don’t think I can get Dean to plant any more bulbs with me 😂

@mjbosia 3 ай бұрын

Mean Dean!!!! 😮

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

😜😂

@courtyard1972 3 ай бұрын

You guys are amazing - such a great team - this channel is awesome - 30mins isn't long enough we need more :)

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

That is so sweet of you to say ❤️❤️

@jeojeo9393 Ай бұрын

Wait for the full summer to see if the fir trees flourish

@mytinyestate Ай бұрын

for sure

@user-ge9dq5xg6v 3 ай бұрын

I enjoy watching all your videos but especially love any that have to do with gardening! One thing I must of missed was how / when did you get rid of the rats?

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

We had a specialist to take care of of them 🤢

@ClareCC0902 3 ай бұрын

Daffodil heaven! Well done on creating such beauty! ❤

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! And I love you can see bumblebees in the garden already 😀

@damee8363 3 ай бұрын

You guys look great no matter what. And the greenhouse is just gorgeous.

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

That is very very kind of you to say 😂

@bryansportel5232 3 ай бұрын

Time to make some tea and spend some time with these two gorgeous guys

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

☺️☺️

@alixaugustine9599 3 ай бұрын

I’m just so impressed with what hard workers you are. Maintaining all that on top of doing new projects is endlessly impressive! I can put in a load of work up front but I struggle with staying on top of stuff.

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

It is a big struggle at times for sure! Thankfully for the longer days coming ☺️

@jeojeo9393 Ай бұрын

The drill tool is great

@mytinyestate Ай бұрын

for sure!

@ml5739 3 ай бұрын

Love your interactions! So fun. Looking forward for more.

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Aww thank! More to come 😀😀

@lindagage7315 3 ай бұрын

Love you two, that was funny! Good video guys! So beautiful guys!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 🥰🥰

@TomazQuaresma 3 ай бұрын

Amazing job guys!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

☺️☺️😀

@Eljefe75205 3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Awww ❤️❤️ thank you so much!

@clarebowers4060 3 ай бұрын

Love, Love, Love, Love... oh yer, and Love you both, and the enthusiasm, energy and laughter... now if we could just have next Tuesday's episode tomorrow 😁🥰

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Hahaha I love that! 😀

@michaelwilkinson9382 3 ай бұрын

Absobloodylutely gorgeous

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

We are so pleased!

@TP7654P 2 ай бұрын

So pretty!

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

☺️☺️

@dixiedobbins 3 ай бұрын

Borjas expressions about the Yews is so adorable. Sorry Dean! I agree with Borja. Patience! I love watching the videos and im hopping up and down reaching towards the TV wanting to hop a plane & come give a hand. You guys are incredibly talented & capable & im so proud of you two! Everyone needs to book the Caretakers cottage and visit Coleshill & see this amazing Manor in person! ❤❤

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Aww thank you so much Dixie!! I am going to keep my fingers crossed so the yews start sprouting and I can prove Dean wrong 😂

@dixiedobbins 3 ай бұрын

@@mytinyestate Me too! Keep watering! 🤞🏼💋

@sue7190 2 ай бұрын

Have you thought of using a temporary wind barrier until the hedge is established? Yews can be cut back hard and rejuvenated, so maybe cut them back and grow them in a less conspicuous area, maybe grow it into a topiary shape.

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

For sure! We actually have got a wind barrier in a section that gets so much wind it’s crazy! But it’s not the prettiest 😅

@chickadeeacres3864 Ай бұрын

I’m inspired!

@mytinyestate 29 күн бұрын

🥰

@KrisEngel71 Күн бұрын

❤

@mytinyestate Күн бұрын

🥰

@bigboy77dk 3 ай бұрын

Next spring, you plant pansies in the table container, and daffodils in the pots😊 If you want more impact, you could layer some other bulbs under, in the pots😁 I really hope you remember to appreciate the fact, that you found each other 😊 You really compliment each other so well, and I think it is amazing, that you have taken on such a huge project together 😁 By the way, would you consider doing a proper walkthrough? I have not really been able to follow along, and it would be nice to get a real idea of where everything is, whats already been done and what are the future plans.

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

What a great idea!! We must do a video doing a walk through! Get ideas coming for sure ❤️ Dean and I love each other so much (most of the time) specially if we are not planting bulbs together! 😂

@bigboy77dk 3 ай бұрын

@@mytinyestate But even though he does not care for gardening, he still went out and helped for two days - even if he complained about it 😂 And just let him. If you where too alike, you would not have as much fun - and you do need a bit of FIRE in a relationship! 😁

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

that is for sure!

@wwh484 3 ай бұрын

It's so nice every week now to be able to fix myself a cuppa (or I would If I drank tea) and sit down for a visit with my two favorite parasocial friends from Instagram! You're doing as good a job creating these videos as you are doing restoring your properties. Keep up the wonderful work. And, Dean, so glad your cough is getting better - if only for Borja's sake!😋

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Aww thanks!! Yes I am much better thanks, I still have some cough but not as bad as I had for few days! ☺️

@tallulahbelleoriginals7709 3 ай бұрын

Sooo much work for 2 people in the garden alone. I hope you have some help. I don’t garden but I’ve heard terracotta pots can suck the water from the soil. The trough will be amazing. I build a lot from scaffold boards, love the look. Don’t know how you go screw in with the extension on your drill though, makes me really clumsy 😂 the drill for the bulbs was genius, that must have saved so much time. Don’t worry about pretty, me and my partner live in work clothes covered with paint, filler etc 😂 so glad you’ve come to You Tube, we love watching your progress ❤

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

I think the work clothes it’s the comfiest ever because it’s so worn and used that is our second skin! 😂😂 I am going to have to investigate more about the terracotta pots 😀

@gailpowell1875 3 ай бұрын

So inspiring you work soo hard, thank you for sharing

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for supporting the channel by liking and commenting ❤️

@clairewright8153 3 ай бұрын

The trough looks rustic and beautiful filled with those glorious yellow daffodils. Well done guys a bit of hard work dirt under your fingernails and voilà and stunning masterpiece.

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Yes!!! We just love this fast reward jobs 😀😀

@liljellybean14 3 ай бұрын

I love the idea of all the different bulbs in the field. It will look so beautiful!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Actually I think will look fabulous ☺️

@deirdrecerasa3932 3 ай бұрын

The daffodils are lovely. You both are so much fun to watch! ❤

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

🥰☺️

@lynniestreater 3 ай бұрын

I’m so excited about your channel! I watched your tv show and I kept up with you guys so I would know when you went on KZfaq. Borja I loved seeing your mom and hope she’s going to be on your new videos too. Y’all are great and I hope this channel takes off!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! We really hope the channel takes off too ☺️ my mum will be in episodes for sure, she has recently been few days over here and has certainly getting her hands dirty 😂

@annahemmings3437 3 ай бұрын

What a great video, so much fun. I’m so pleased you started posting weekly on utube 👏👏👏👏👏 thank you for sharing all your hard work

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Every Tuesday ❤️

@hispid1 3 ай бұрын

Terracotta pots - They can be problematic for growing stuff (ie look good but crap with regard to water retention around the roots). So try sealing the inside of them with a pot sealer or water proof agent. That way the plant roots don't dry out as fast and you will have much better success. I use that black liquid rubber paint stuff you use for wet areas. Paint it across the bottom and maybe 2/3rd of the way up the inside of the pot so you don't see it when you put soil in.

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

That is an AMAZING TIP and actually I did hear about that, someone told me to line them with plastic inside but ai like the waterproof agent better. I certainly need them to retain more water for this growing season ☺️

@hispid1 3 ай бұрын

@@mytinyestate Its all about how the root systems dry out and if that causes plant damage. Most plants like a consistent root moisture so drying out then sudden wet, then dry again, causes root dieback. Likewise - sometimes the roots just overheat and bake. You want to aim for constant moisture. Terracotta is notorious for releasing moisture faster when it's hot so if you seal the inside - it helps prevent that. There are special sealers for clay pots - but I just use that black waterproof stuff - Let it dry before the soil goes in.

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

we appreciate this so much and have already started doing it! thanks again!

@dieseldreng 3 ай бұрын

You are sooooo though and amazing

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

🙏🏼🙏🏼

@robinferguson1378 3 ай бұрын

So inspiring!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

🥰🥰

@kyle4578 2 ай бұрын

❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️

@mytinyestate 2 ай бұрын

🥹😀

@irvinev 3 ай бұрын

Your daffodils look amazing!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

They are a show stopper 😀

@wildreeds 3 ай бұрын

❤❤

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

😀

@richardsmall8122 3 ай бұрын

Fancy sounding bracken my favourite line. 😂

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂

@CatherineH.-gf7mm 3 ай бұрын

The bulbs will be fabulous... The evergreen trees not so much...once they start going brown...its all over. Sadly. :(

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Oh noo you are on Deans side 😂

@laurenb.9958 3 ай бұрын

But what about the bushes?? Did they die like you thought? Lol

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Hahahaha there is a couple that are very brown 😅🤦🏽‍♂️🤫

@christinegalbraith9281 28 күн бұрын

Where did you source the lights in the greenhouse? Thanks

@mytinyestate 27 күн бұрын

This are from original btc

@balsameverett1532 3 ай бұрын

Love the greenhouse and everything about your garden. Just dying to learn how you secured the pendant lights to the greenhouse?

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

We secured them to the crossbeams that the greenhouse has in the roof ☺️

@nancyw5779 3 ай бұрын

Perfection! Noticed you’re both wearing (wedding) bands. Did you elope?!

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

Well spotted! We have been wearing wedding bands for 7 years or so but we are not married no ☺️

@pieroq.7212 3 ай бұрын

You guys are so adorable and make such wonderful things that you have become my new addiction! I hope to see much more from you. A question about the daffodils in the trough: you put really a lot of bulbs and very close to each other, but there's no space for growth. They tend to spawn. Aren't there too many? Other bulbs (amaryllis) spawn so much and so big that they regularly break my terracotta and hard plastic vases, but that is another story.

@mytinyestate 3 ай бұрын

It was the first time that we did it, maybe looking back we did plant to many together, next year we can plant less ☺️