What you need to know about maintaining greenhouses and your cottage garden 🌼

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25 күн бұрын

In this video, I dive into the realities of maintaining a charming cottage garden. Join me as I share essential tips for cleaning and maintaining your greenhouse-it's more work than you might think! Plus, I'll take you on a tour of what's in bloom this July and show you how I pot up beautiful dahlias. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, you'll find plenty of inspiration and practical advice. Happy gardening! 🌻
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@naomania3619 23 күн бұрын

You have had other priorities this year, Catherine. It's understandable that the garden hasn't been your main focus but it's still looking lovely. You're doing great

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

Thank you so much ❤️ it means a lot to me xx

@joycefernandezbaham8380 23 күн бұрын

Thank you for showing the reality of having a greenhouse. Everything we have requires maintenance and upkeep. Your greenhouse is lovely.

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

Happy to share the reality of it ❤️ thanks for stopping by xx

@donaleeslack4925 23 күн бұрын

Catherine ❤ hello from Vancouver, Canada 🇨🇦. So thankful I'm a subscriber to your channel. I broke my hip and have been holed up in hospital since June 16 2024. I so miss my garden. Thankful for my daughter, who has been minding it. She video chats me every 2 days and takes me through our garden so I can see the ever changing process . She is my angel 😇I I love watching your videos, they are interesting, funny, and soul calming. Thank-you ❤

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

🌸 Sending warm wishes all the way to Vancouver, Canada 🇨🇦. I'm so sorry to hear about your hip - wishing you a speedy recovery. Your daughter's care and those garden video chats sound like such a blessing. She's truly an angel! 😇 I'm so glad my videos can bring you some joy and calm during this time. Thank you for your kind words. Have a lovely weekend, and take care! 🌷🌼

@gilliandawson6567 22 күн бұрын

Take care of yourself.

@SandieMitchell 21 күн бұрын

Oh no; I hope you mend quickly and return to your garden! Thank goodness for special angels!🤗

@claudiaceleste777 23 күн бұрын

Ah, Dainty Diaries -craft, decor, cleaning, gardening, cats, bugs, and ASMR. Something for every one 🥰

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much, Claudia! 😊 I'm thrilled to hear you enjoy the variety on my channel. It's wonderful to know there's something for everyone. Wishing you a lovely weekend! 🥰🌸

@DOLLYPEG1982 21 күн бұрын

Plant pot lifter what a must have gadget . Thank you for the tip x

@crescentcottageok 23 күн бұрын

My greenhouse was just delivered this morning! Perfect timing for this video!

@megank7235 23 күн бұрын

Enjoy!!

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

Omg how exciting!!! Eeekk❤️😍 enjoy getting it organised and ready!!

@valeriesuttonpayne7413 20 күн бұрын

Catherine, you have the energy of ten people. So proud of how you keep everything looking so pretty. You are inspiring!💜💜💜

@DaintyDiaries 19 күн бұрын

haha, why thank you, I was feeling pretty tired over the weekend x

@staciefreeman4396 23 күн бұрын

A hamster named Henry was my first pet. Jack will love his ant house, great job Aunt Catherine.

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

A hamster named Henry sounds like such a sweet first pet! Have a lovely weekend! 🌼

@SandieMitchell 21 күн бұрын

I could watch you in the garden for hours! Sadly, I will be saying goodbye to my flower beds at the end of August, and moving into a first-floor apartment. Darn arthritis has made it very difficult to keep up with the mowing. However, I can plant in pots and will do my best to take over some ground around my patio! LOL! So, I will get my big garden fix from watching you. The pot lifter is worth every penny and more because it saves your back; whoever invented it is a genius! What do the ants make tunnels with if there isn't any soil in the container? When I was little they had soil, and you could watch the ants make tunnels through the glass.

@darlaburnett8666 18 күн бұрын

A poodle was my first pet because I was the middle child. I was shy and an introvert and I kinda had some health issues going on which made it even worse. Obviously, I outgrew those but to help bring me out of my shy stage. My pediatrician recommended to my parents to buy me a poodle. Poodles were more one owner specific dogs and later on way later on in life I learned that the poodles were actually more attached to my dad lol but if one of them got up underneath, something we had to, then I was the one that could get them to come out nobody else could which was interesting but they did help to, bring me out of that shy introvert stage that I was in to help with the medical issues that they were treating so poodle, a dog an animal that loves unconditionally as you very well know you have cats❤

@ritameza2961 23 күн бұрын

Hi Catherine it's so nice to hear everything you have to say . Love seeing the 2 pretty cats thank you for sharing I will see you next week may you all have a fun blessed week ❤❤❤

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Im so glad you enjoy seeing the two pretty cats - they love the attention! Thank you for your kind words. Wishing you a fun and blessed week as well. See you next week! ❤❤❤

@user-tv5rn8yi6v Күн бұрын

We’ve only had dogs but my sister got one random stray cat that was beloved by us. I love dahlias and they look amazing potted up. Smart idea to plant up the other 3 - you never know. Very Enjoyable video!!

@martinalenz5029 22 күн бұрын

The potlifter is really great. Very helpful. It will prevent heavy future back pain. And that counts. Well thought and rightly bought, dear Catherine.

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm glad you found the potlifter helpful. Wishing you a lovely weekend! 🌸😊

@darlaburnett8666 18 күн бұрын

Lol, you’ve not been on top of anything this season oh my Lord you’ve been busy! But even if you haven’t been on top of your garden, your garden is beautiful. It just kind of bloom and prosper on its own. I still want to come and sit and have a cuppa tea with you and your hot house, I love your house❤

@helaineudia 23 күн бұрын

Big hug❤

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you xxxxx

@barbarapregger8526 16 күн бұрын

That pot lifter is great! Well done cleaning that greenhouse. 😊

@kayalford6746 23 күн бұрын

The pot lifter is wonderful. I might have to invest in one. This will save your back! The garden is lovely.

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

You’ll have to try it out! Thanks so much for stopping by ❤️❤️

@LifeHomeandGardenwithAnaRica 23 күн бұрын

Thanks for being an inspiration.

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Your so sweet x

@Anna-jx1on 20 күн бұрын

I could probably watch those ants for hours 🐜 💞

@heatherellam4137 19 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing your beautiful garden and greenhouse. Our greenhouse is multi function as well ... Summer it is a hot house for potted pepper plants, in autumn I bring in plants to extend the growing season, such as my potted lavender, in our Canadian winter we often light the wood stove and it makes for a cozy rustic spot to enjoy a cup of tea but sheltered from the harsh cold of our region, and in spring its full of plants transitioning from overwintering in the heated garage and waiting to go out to the garden. Year round it is a great place to escape the bugs or rain, to sit with a cup of tea (or glass of wine) and read or knit ... they're such a lovely addition to the garden.

@wildwolf2567 20 күн бұрын

A nice relaxing video. I love the bee stories. Catherine your jacket is fabulous. Thank you.

@SHYsArt 20 күн бұрын

Little fish, guppies were my first pet, that I didn't have to share with my siblings. My 3 kids had 11 different species of animals in the house while growing up. My husband built me a green house about the size of yours. Every thing was wilted from the heat, here in US, Florida, or eaten by bugs, so I gave up. Sad. You put in the time and you are rewarded, with beautiful flowers and the sound of the birds and you support all life. Well Done, hugs

@DaintyDiaries 16 күн бұрын

Aww guppies!!! Also wow 11 types of animals at once is wild!! That must have been fun 😍 that’s such a shame about your greenhouse though I’m sorry!

@sandrabalmer-bb5xq 20 күн бұрын

I love your greenhouse Catherine it’s like an extra room with lots of light and it looks so cosy when you light it up in the autumn. My greenhouse is a standard metal one which is used for growing tomatoes, peppers etc in the summer and to overwinter my tender plants. Things have been so slow this year in my part of the UK because of all the rain and strong cold winds. It’s been about 14c here today just crazy summer weather. Good wishes to your Mum for a speedy recovery. 🌸🤗

@DaintyDiaries 16 күн бұрын

It’s the same here with the rain Sandra so I feel you ☔️🙈 but it sounds like you’re growing an abundance of veg 😍 well done!! And thanks for stopping by ❤️

@suecoles7824 22 күн бұрын

Hi Catherine! Lovely to see you on a rare sunny summers day😅 i have a greenhouse, but it’s not “ sit in” one, just small for doing jobs. I was admiring how well the brick painted floor came up, I remember when you painted it, it still looks so good. My one and only pet I shared with my brother was a white rabbit, and I know you will be so surprised that he was named “Snowy Snowball” 😂 so original, he lived till 8yrs 🐇 But I have always been fascinated by insects and when I was a child I would collect ants in boxes, give them furniture and food, leaves etc 😁 I would only have them a couple of day, let them go and collect a new set! Your nephew I am sure will be fascinated and delighted with his Ant farm 🐜 Well wishes to your Mum, take care, Suze. 🤗🐝🌻 x

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Hi Suze! It's so wonderful to hear from you. 😊 I'm glad you appreciate my humble greenhouse and the painted brick floor - it's held up surprisingly well! "Snowy Snowball" the rabbit sounds absolutely adorable and what a great name! It's clear you've always had a knack for caring for creatures, even those as tiny as ants with their little boxes and furniture. 😄 I'm excited for my nephew to experience the wonders of an ant farm too! Thank you so much for your kind wishes for my Mum. Take care and enjoy the sunny ( or rainy here in Ireland ) summer days! 🌞🌻🐞

@sulyco4380 20 күн бұрын

Your greenhouse is a fantastic working greenhouse. Don't worry about not having the washing brush hose connection. We took ours off and use it as you are. Everything looks great.

@DaintyDiaries 16 күн бұрын

Thanks so much xx

@user-pt6lh4oo3g 22 күн бұрын

Flower Garden beautiful.. 🌺🌷😁😘😘🥰😭💐🌹👍

@chrisdooney5374 23 күн бұрын

Love the Hartley that Laura from garden answer has if I ever win the lotto it will be first on my list😀 but I also love your green house its so pretty😍

@user-mp2yq5zi8x 23 күн бұрын

Me too! Watch GA every morning. Dorene Weiss

@beautyawakenmack5971 18 күн бұрын

Your cottage garden is so Beautiful!! ❤❤❤

@Xiroi87 23 күн бұрын

So good to know I'm not the only one planting bulbs well past the recommended time. I planted some tulip bulbs I'd forgotten about in February. I got leaves!

@eastcoast4233 22 күн бұрын

Definitely pot up the dahlias as soon as you can but place them with really good all day sunlight so that they have enough energy to grow, and try not to cut them back in autumn until you absolutely have to so they can get some of that energy back into the tubers for next year. If done soon I suspect you will get some blooms, here’s hoping 😊

@cathylynnpietranton 22 күн бұрын

Catherine what a lovely and sweet Auntie you are. I'm sure your nephew is going to be over the moon when he see the ant farm.👍👍❤❤

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 I hope he loves it as much as I enjoyed putting it together for him. Wishing you a fantastic weekend! 🌸❤

@jhutch1681 19 күн бұрын

What a wonderful auntie! Over the years we've had dogs and cats, guinea pigs (whose home was half the size of the kitchen!), turtles and goldfish, but my first, longest and dearest love is cats. We have two indoor leash cats at the moment; a black rescue named Puss Puss and an orange and white tabby named Rupert. 💕💕 When I was very small, with great fascination and delight I watched one of our cats have kittens. For the next long while I always had to look in the loo before I could flush in case I too had peed kittens :) Do you worry about your wooden furniture on the greenhouse floor suffering from contact with water? There are always seasons in our lives when we can get lots done, or when we have other activities to keep us busy. Be kind to yourself. Love and prayers to your mom xo

@thirstymercfan 23 күн бұрын

Just love your garden Catherine! It’s so beautiful… 💖🌸 your nephew will be very happy for his present😊 so cute

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

Aww thanks ❤️❤️

@sarabanvile9773 20 күн бұрын

Catherine, absolutely love, love that pot lifter. A very handy garden tool for sure.😊

@marymanning5150 20 күн бұрын

The Dahlia’s are beautiful Catherine and the potlifter is a must. Have a lovely day

@babiecupcake74 20 күн бұрын

I love that pot lifter-sounds essential to me 😅

@sunnygem21 20 күн бұрын

What a handy gadget that pot holder looks. 😊

@katieallen3927 23 күн бұрын

My first pet was a horse. He was 16.1 hands tall and weighed 1300 lbs. His name was Rebel Commander. I was 18 when I bought him and 38 when I lost him to cancer. It’s been 32 years and I still miss him.

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

I’m so sorry to hear that, I can imagine how tough that must have been ❤️😢

@maryruud9566 22 күн бұрын

My first pet? It was a goldfish I won at a fair. I think I was maybe 4 or 5 years old. The greenhouse looks so cute with the tidy up and freshly potted plants, and yes, definitely pot up those tubers. You have nothing to lose, and who knows? All three may sprout!

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

How wonderful to have memories of your first pet being a goldfish from a fair! Those early experiences with pets are so special. Thank you for your kind words about the greenhouse. You're absolutely right about potting up the tubers-nothing to lose and potentially three new plants to gain! Gardening always holds a bit of delightful surprise. Happy planting! 🌱😊

@Peanut1965 23 күн бұрын

That pot lifter is perfect!!! That will help sooo much!! It’s 94.49 here on Amazon. Definitely a “think on it tool”😃

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Is there a version on Amazon.com? that might be cheaper, mine was €50 x

@sjerzgrl 23 күн бұрын

We bought a pot mover a few years ago and can’t live without it for moving heavy plants and those in big ceramic pots. Thank you for this video. The greenhouse looks fantastic!

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

That's fantastic to hear! I'm so glad the pot mover has been such a helpful tool for you with your heavy plants and ceramic pots. Thank you for your kind words about the greenhouse - it's always rewarding to see the positive impact of these tools. Wishing you continued gardening success! 🌿😊

@kimberley1195 21 күн бұрын

Hi Catherine your greenhouse is beautiful I have a conservatory and I wash mine the same way fairy liquid and a hose,the pot lifter is a good investment,hope your mum is feeling better have a lovely weekend 😊

@kathrynschamanski3766 23 күн бұрын

Hi there Catherine! So, I'll now blame my plant/gardening addiction on you and the delightful, Karen! I have gone completely mad with plants and planting beds this year...to the point that I truly don't have any more room for a planter(s)! My husband built a few planting beds for me the last one being 5 feet x 3 feet. I'm loving tending my "babies" and sharing the progress with my family. Thank you, Catherine for the continued inspiration. I hope all is going well on the home front... BTW I got my copy of your book on Monday!

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Hello! It sounds like you've caught the gardening bug in full swing! 😄 How wonderful that your husband built you new planting beds; they sound perfect for expanding your garden oasis. Tending to your "babies" and sharing the progress with your family must be so rewarding. Thank you for your kind words and for finding inspiration in my and Karen's gardening adventures! I'm thrilled to hear you received a copy of my book on Monday! I hope you find it enjoyable and useful in your gardening ( and craft ) journey. Wishing you continued joy in your garden and all the best on the home front. Happy gardening! 🌱🌼

@rosemarybushea3447 22 күн бұрын

You are such a delight to watch, Miss Catherine! Here in the part of the US where I live we need rain so badly. It's also pretty darn hot, so watering is currently my main garden chore. It is a pleasure to see your beautiful plants and greenhouse, with your cats and latest project - the ant farm. Made me chuckle and smile this afternoon. Blessings to you!

@DaintyDiaries 16 күн бұрын

Hope you get some rain soon!!

@rosemarybushea3447 16 күн бұрын

@@DaintyDiaries Currently a terrific thunderstorm and lots of rain. Thanks!

@georgemaxwell4984 23 күн бұрын

I bought a greenhouse years ago and used to grow in it. Illness over the years means I can't do that now and it'd a bit of a mess. Have a gardener once a week just now so going to ask her if she'll clean it out and I might be able to sit down in it and do something again. Your greenhouse is gorgeous. ❤- Frances

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Frances, thank you so much for sharing your story. I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you've faced with illness, but it's wonderful that you're considering ways to enjoy your greenhouse again. Asking your gardener to help clean it out sounds like a great idea. I hope it becomes a peaceful and fulfilling space for you once more. Sending you lots of love and positive energy! ❤️

@carolyndymond4065 23 күн бұрын

I love watching ant's.

@joycefernandezbaham8380 23 күн бұрын

I had a sweet little white bunny. I just loved him.

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Aw cuuuute x

@ringevalmarie-line558 21 күн бұрын

What a beautiful flowers and garden !

@shirleyurmson5656 23 күн бұрын

I've had that same pot lifter for about three years and have really gotten my money's worth out of it. Good investment. Love the greenhouse.

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

That's wonderful to hear! It sounds like your pot lifter has been a reliable and valuable tool in your gardening adventures. I'm glad you've found it to be a good investment. Thank you for your kind words about the greenhouse - it's always rewarding to hear such positive feedback. Happy gardening! 🌿😊

@janclark1894 22 күн бұрын

Bet you felt better once you caught up on all those jobs, the floor in the greenhouse have stood the test of time, still looks great, the ant nest was fascinating, might get myself one. Thanks for the lovely video. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@MoonSpinners 23 күн бұрын

I love the ant farm, totally fascinating. Back in the 80’s my first pet was a hamster called Hammy. I used to have a train set so of course Hammy used to go for rides 🤣 now I have a Cornish Rex cat 🐈

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

Awww that is so CUTE 🥹❤️ I can picture him going for his rides 🥹😂

@MoonSpinners 23 күн бұрын

@@DaintyDiaries …I don’t know if he enjoyed it, but it was hilarious watching him tootle along in the little carriage 😂

@lindylou3519 23 күн бұрын

I have a plant dolly that I can’t live without. It doesn’t grab, but has a bowed back to hold the pot in place & a shelf on the bottom that slides underneath the pot. Rolls so easily.

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

That sounds like a fantastic tool! Plant dollies are so handy for moving pots around effortlessly. It's great to hear you've found something that works well for you. Happy gardening! 🌿😊

@moominesque6081 22 күн бұрын

Your garden is looking fab! It's the type of garden I like - 'real.' There is always a job to do, but that's all part of it - as you say a garden is never finished. Someone once told me that a hydrangea's favourite sun, is early morning sun, and that has stood me in good stead for successful maintenance. I don't watch any 'big' accounts on YT as they don't interest me - the channel owners just seem to be so acquisitive, like the greenhouse craze you mention. However these greenhouses have probably never seen a seed, or a speck of compost! 😂

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm delighted to hear you appreciate the "real" garden vibe. You're absolutely right - there's always something to do, but that's part of the joy and satisfaction of gardening. I'm glad the tip about hydrangeas and early morning sun has been helpful for you. It's refreshing to hear that you prefer channels with genuine gardening experiences rather than ones focused solely on acquisitions. Gardening is indeed about nurturing and growing, not just collecting things. 😄 Here's to gardens filled with seeds, compost, and plenty of green-thumb adventures! 🌿

@kristydavies1665 21 күн бұрын

As a short person with arthritis in my hands, I love the pot mover. Another great tool is an auger which attaches to a power drill for digging holes. I have a small attachment perfect for planting bulbs. I planted 100 daffodils!

@queencallipygos 22 күн бұрын

You've actually inspired me to wash the windows in my flat today here in Brooklyn! It's been really hot the last few days here - as high as 90 degrees F (which Google says is 32 or 33 Celsius) and we've been lurking indoors; some rain is due today to give us some relief, and I'll duck out to wash windows and let the rain finish rinsing them. I've been heading out to the neighborhood garden every day, despite the heat - we have a plum tree, and this year it is spewing out plums at full throttle. We have a net up to catch some of the falling plums, but could only rig it up under half the tree - and the OTHER half is dropping plums all over the walkways and into some of the allotments; and one of those allotments is MINE. So I've been heading out every day to help clean up the walkways and to try to pick the plums over my own allotment BEFORE they fall. The free plums are a treat - although I have to admit that having THAT MANY free plums is a bit of a challenge. I had to make jam yesterday because I had so many, there was no way I'd have been able to eat them all. (Everyone in my family is getting a pot of plum jam along with their Christmas gifts this year.) ....I've found an ice cream recipe for the next batch of plums, which will also help with the heat I think....

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Wow, your day sounds absolutely productive and delicious! 😊 Washing the windows and enjoying the rain to rinse them off sounds like a perfect plan for a hot day in Brooklyn. And it's fantastic that you're making the most of your neighborhood garden, especially with all those plums from the tree - what a bounty! Plum jam and plum ice cream both sound like wonderful ways to enjoy those fruits. Your family is in for a treat this Christmas! Enjoy the rest of your day, and stay cool! 🌞🍑

@jenniferboyle2865 20 күн бұрын

We just picked up a lovely greenhouse on Facebook marketplace for £100 worth 18 times as much! We had to go and take it to pieces but it’s lovely. This video is really helpful to me, needless to say I won’t be having dinner parties or posing in it like some influencers who I dare say haven’t ever done a days work in their garden😂. You as always are an inspiration to the rest of us, if I’m ever feeling lazy or unmotivated, I will just watch one of your videos ❤️

@DaintyDiaries 16 күн бұрын

Wow what a bargain 😍😍 so excited for you!! Best of luck with the new greenhouse ❤️

@petro3441 21 күн бұрын

Congrats Ireland has won the rugby against our springbokke here in South Africa.

@francineh.7825 23 күн бұрын

Oh that pot mover is going to be great for you. I definitely need one as well! Oh my goodness your nephew can come and get ALL of my ants haha. There are so many in my yard and they werein my house too.

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

Oh noooo!! I hope you can get them under control!

@francineh.7825 23 күн бұрын

@@DaintyDiaries The ones in the house I think I have finally.

@denisemcdonald1598 23 күн бұрын

Love your pot mover!!! You, your Mom and family are in my thoughts and prayers ❤️

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm glad you love the pot mover, and your kind thoughts and prayers mean a lot to me and my family. Sending you warm wishes and gratitude! ❤️

@ChantelleArts 23 күн бұрын

your videos always make me wish I had a garden 😭

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

Aw I hope you can get some indoor plants maybe or if you have a balcony perhaps there’s something you can do too ❤️❤️

@suekey1903 23 күн бұрын

Your garden looks lovely as ever…. You should see mine I’ve thrown the towel in this year the weather and the slugs have beaten me it’s just maintenance now no joy 😢 you keep my love if garden alive though I’ll go do a dead job tomorrow 😀 hope mum is doing well xx

@sallysnodgrass2863 23 күн бұрын

Catherine - I ❤ everything on your channel. Idea: maybe lift the wood cabinets off the floor a bit (in the greenhouse) with plastic thingies that you hammer in the bottoms on the 4 corners. Should make the wood last longer when getting wet ❤️

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your lovely comment and the great idea, Catherine! ❤️ I really appreciate your support and suggestion. Lifting the wood cabinets off the floor with plastic supports is a fantastic tip to help them last longer in the moist environment of the greenhouse. I'll definitely consider implementing that ( when I tackle my other list of jobs lol ) . Wishing you a wonderful day! 🌼

@lesleyharris525 20 күн бұрын

Hi Catherine, just plant the tubers, because they won't grow in the bag but they might grow next year. And honestly I have not done anything with my garden this year, so I need to. ❤

@petro3441 22 күн бұрын

If there is anyone that deserves a pot mover it is you. Great buy and enjoy every bit of its help ❤❤❤. Your garden is beautiful and although i always fight with ants everywhere is quite cool to have them in a set space to check them out😂

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement! 😊 I'm definitely enjoying the pot mover's help in the garden-it's a real game-changer.

@stampgalaxy 19 күн бұрын

I have a Keder Greenhouse, which is giant bubble wrap technology. It is a full on grow house, I’ve had friends be a bit sniffy about it, but I love it. X

@DaintyDiaries 16 күн бұрын

Oohh I’ve seen these!! That’s fab 😍 it sounds like it’s thriving for you 👏

@eastcoast4233 22 күн бұрын

You should totally have a periodic ant update video, maybe as a short 🐜🐜🐜🐜😊

@charlotte0069 23 күн бұрын

Lovely video, very calming. I found 8 runner bean seeds a couple of weeks ago, what’s too loose by planting them I thought. I now have 8 strong plants and looking forward to some tasty beans for Christmas 😂. I’m inspired again so I will be doing some gardening housework this wkend. I’ve had a gerbil, goldfish and cats. Thank you Catherine have a good wkend 🙂

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊 I'm glad you found the video calming and inspiring. It sounds like your spontaneous planting of the runner bean seeds turned out wonderfully - Christmas beans sound like a delicious treat! Enjoy your gardening housework this weekend, and may your garden continue to thrive. Wishing you a fantastic weekend ahead! 🌱🌼

@lully381 22 күн бұрын

OMG I want/need one of those pot lifters! I do have a nice strong hubby who does it for me but sometimes they are too heavy even for him! The greenhouse was looking fab once you had finished. I have not been on top form either this year so don't feel bad, we can only do what we can do! I am trying to keep things very basic this year as we are hoping to move. Plus the weather hasn't really been great all over has it? Thank you for your lovely vlog, always enjoy watching you go about your business. Hope your nephew likes his ant farm, looks really cool! Have a lovely week end x

@redgamer2915 19 күн бұрын

Lovely video Catherine. Your garden is beautiful. Thank you for sharing xxx

@DaintyDiaries 16 күн бұрын

Thanks for stopping by xx

@sheilahenderson5973 18 күн бұрын

Wonderful thank you 🌺 🌼 🌻 🍀 🌸

@CleoGravel 21 күн бұрын

Omg lol I couldn’t do bees or ants 😊 my first pet was a dog 😊thanks for sharing 😊

@user-hp9ml8pv8h 23 күн бұрын

I have the very same pot mover. It’s one of my favorite garden tools. Love your enthusiasm and your videos. All my best.😊

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

It’s a game changer!! Thanks so much for watching ❤️

@shelleyscarborough9171 23 күн бұрын

Well now I want to plant lifter!!! lol. It all looks beautiful. (Now, I have to wash down my greenhouse. I keep looking at it and reminding myself I need to wash it but it's too hot!!!

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Haha, the plant lifter does come in handy! 😄 Thank you for your kind words about everything looking beautiful. Washing down the greenhouse can be a task, especially in the heat! Maybe waiting for a cooler day or doing it early in the morning or later in the evening when it's not as hot could help. Stay cool and enjoy your greenhouse once it's refreshed! 🌞🌿

@ehpeachylove 23 күн бұрын

Catherine you are a breath of fresh air and I love everything you post. I think it’s wonderful how you encourage your nephew and niece in what they like to be involved with and makes them happy. Cute little ant farm… who knew there was such a thing… Love your down dirty and honesty about life happenings in your world. I’ve seen every year you’ve cleaned the greenhouse and think how much money you’ve saved in doing it yourself 👍 The garden is looking good my dear and the greenhouse is sparkling. Have a beautiful weekend ❤❤❤

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your lovely message! 😊 Your kind words mean the world to me. It's such a joy to encourage my nephew and niece in their interests - and who knew an ant farm could bring so much excitement?

@sailorgirl2017 23 күн бұрын

Love that pot lifter!!!

@maureenbrophy7852 23 күн бұрын

Adore your green house💐🌺

@susanb9796 22 күн бұрын

So enjoy your videos. Beautiful job on the greenhouse. Loved your pretty flowers inside the greenhouse. My first pet of my own was a white rabbit. Sadly I can't remember his name. He was not with us long. My next pet was a kitty named Cinder. Lots of other pets for my sister and brother. Bird, turtles, fish, more cats and dogs. My parents were very tolerant...

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words and for enjoying my videos! I'm glad you liked the greenhouse and the pretty flowers inside. 😊 It sounds like you've had a variety of pets over the years, starting with a white rabbit and then a kitty named Cinder. Pets bring so much joy and companionship, don't they? It's wonderful that your parents were so tolerant and supportive of having pets in the family. Cherish those memories! 🌼🐰🐱🐦🐢🐟🐾

@brendao185 23 күн бұрын

So inspirational and satisfying ❤

@didi2s 23 күн бұрын

I had a big bag of dahlia tubers that I got in late (four left to get in pots), but those that I got in already have grown shoots really quickly. So I think there is still time! I am amazed at your alliums. My alliums are long gone. I wish they were still blooming in my garden.

@eileenboffo6300 23 күн бұрын

You definitely do give education too 👍🏼

@judithstonier9872 22 күн бұрын

Lovely video , your greenhouse and garden are looking lovely take time to enjoy it , the ant farm looks fascinating what a great Aunt you are ! 😊❤

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 I'm glad you enjoyed the video and think the greenhouse and garden are looking lovely. Being an aunt is such a special role! Wishing you a wonderful weekend! 🌿🌸❤️

@debbielavers9836 23 күн бұрын

Great video Kathryn . Thank you!

@maiko73 23 күн бұрын

Hello angel,that pot lifter is just what I need😊,my dads pots are huge and havent been looked after either,I am in the property of sorting em out,all 10/15 of em 😩🤣. I caved in and brought a beautiful pink dahlia 🤣 the ones I planted from seed now have buds on them,im so excited to see them flower. Your greenhouse looks lovely,had to clean mine out too for my tomatoes,I dont know where all the crap comes from so although the greenhouse looks tidy the top of the garden looks like a tip 🤣🤣🤣. Thankyou for showing us your nephew's ant nest,really interesting. My first pet was a dog called mitzi,a Pekinese,RIP.😢 Loved her... much love to you...x

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Hello there! 😊 It sounds like you've been quite busy with your gardening adventures! Sorting out those big pots can be a challenge, but I'm sure the pot lifter will come in handy. And a beautiful pink dahlia sounds like a delightful addition! How exciting that your seed-planted dahlias are budding too - you must be eagerly awaiting their blooms. Cleaning out the greenhouse for your tomatoes is a must-do task, even if it seems like the garden is in a bit of chaos elsewhere. It's all part of the fun and joy of gardening! I'm glad you found the ant nest interesting - it's such a fascinating little world to observe. Mitzi the Pekinese sounds like a wonderful first pet. Sending much love to you as well! Enjoy your gardening and may your garden continue to bloom beautifully. 🌸🌿😊

@pnut671 22 күн бұрын

You’re an amazing auntie for buying your nephew an ant farm, but red ants are vicious stingers here in the UK!! I hope none escape! Px

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

I think red fire ants are the ones with stings, I know I got a fire ant sting in holiday in Greece and omg so itchy! I had to get a cream, these guys are a different breed, there like the ones you see in the garden but no wings

@lynnslosson5937 23 күн бұрын

Cheeky two thumbs up! Love the videos !

@jeanninemorgan3526 22 күн бұрын

I love your greenhouse over those others

@CVenza 22 күн бұрын

Love your outfit Catherine, and it looks good on you. Your garden is charming, and I bet you love being out there. 🩷💙🐈🐈

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm glad you like the outfit, and yes, I absolutely adore spending time in my garden-it's my little piece of paradise. Your kind words mean a lot to me. Wishing you a wonderful day! 🌷💙

@deannabrock5951 22 күн бұрын

Enjoyed your video today Catherine ❤

@clarem2772 23 күн бұрын

My first pet was a bird named Gay. When I was in 2nd grade we had an ant farm in the room it was interesting to watch them, hadn't thought of it in years until you brought out the ant farm. The other day I was out in my garden and all I could hear were the bees buzzing.

@AmandaStone-wk3uv 22 күн бұрын

The pot lifter is a great investment. Gardening can be hard on your body, so don't hesitate to spend on the tools that will make the tasks easier for you.

@julie_uk_ 22 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing the ant farm set up, super interesting 😊

@briangenny8670 22 күн бұрын

Thankyou for your vlog looking forward to getting out in the garden this weekend, thanks for the inspiration.

@cathysmiley6798 22 күн бұрын

I ordered one of the pot lifters after seeing yours…😜🥰

@DaintyDiaries 21 күн бұрын

haha, I hope it gives you as much joy as it has given me x

@annbolick499 22 күн бұрын

I had a ant farm when I was a child. Loved it!

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

That's so cool! Ant farms can be so fascinating, especially for children. I'm sure it brought you a lot of joy and wonder. It's lovely to hear about your fond memories of it! 😊

@ameliaschartel2863 22 күн бұрын

Last spring my neighbor gave me alliums that she never planted and they were still in the bag and started to sprout. They came up this year just foliage so I'm hoping next year to see the flowers. The Dalia may be the same. I feel planting them is still the best option because it gives them a chance. Fingers crossed you get flowers!!

@lindamercer1736 22 күн бұрын

Hi Catherine, even though all our seeds are now plants and vegetables, we currently have grow bags in our greenhouse and are growing Butternut Squash. Monty said BNS like to be warm so they are growing wonderfully in the greenhouse. We are also growing tomatoes, cucumber and peppers in the greenhouse at the moment. It will need a good clean, as you are doing, but probably not until Autumn. I am going to carry out an experiment - my Early potatoes are very successful as I think, by the look of them will my later potatoes be. However, I would like potatoes at Christmas, and as you know there are no potatoes sold for sewing in the shops until Feb/March. So I am saving some of the potatoes that I am currently digging up, I have popped them in a bag and put them in a dark cupboard. Come end of August, I shall see If I can bring them on to growing in a bag as before, watch this space hee hee. Thanks for your video Catherine and hope your nephew enjoys the ants. x

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Hi Linda! It sounds like your greenhouse is thriving with all those plants and vegetables-Butternut Squash, tomatoes, cucumber, and peppers! Monty's advice about the Butternut Squash liking warmth seems to be working well for you. 😊 Your experiment with the early potatoes sounds fascinating! It's always fun to try something new in the garden. I'll definitely be watching this space to hear how it goes bringing them on for Christmas. I'm glad you enjoyed the video, and I'm sure my nephew will have a blast with the ants! Thank you for sharing your gardening adventures with me. Wishing you continued success with your greenhouse and gardening experiments! 🌱🍅🥒

@ladyt2587 23 күн бұрын

Hello Catherine the ant farm you got is different from what I've seen on TV perhaps it's a more modern one. Very interesting I hope Jack was happy with it. Your garden looks great and so does your green house. I have my outside pots on wheels but I have a small patio and it's concrete. I checked out the planter dolly on Amazon and here in the states it's $59.99. thank you for sharing. 😊❤

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

Im so glad it was helpful, let me know if you get one x

@carolswain1302 22 күн бұрын

Loved the vlog!❤

@tinacarrol6702 22 күн бұрын

Catherine Greenhouse Looks Fabulous Well Done. Xx 😊

@user-vu9wi4ri4k 23 күн бұрын

Catherine you are an inspiration in all you do, look forward to all your videos every week x

@DaintyDiaries 23 күн бұрын

Aww that’s so sweet of you thank so much for that ❤️

@user-wl1on9sj8w 22 күн бұрын

Thank you for giving me a nudge to clean my greenhouse love your garden . Have done what you say in my garden this year see what Mother Nature gives you and wow best my garden has been thank you

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

You're very welcome! I'm so glad to hear that my tips nudged you to clean your greenhouse and try something new in your garden. It's amazing what Mother Nature can do when given the chance. Here's to a beautiful and bountiful garden season for you! 🌼🌿

@johnmelissaziech6207 23 күн бұрын

Love the ant farm. Had one as a kid. My first pet was dog. I've had dogs, cats, turtles, fish, and a rabbit. In my classroom I had guinea pigs, a cockatoo, and a turtle. We also raised chicks and butterflies.

@DaintyDiaries 22 күн бұрын

How wonderful to have had such varied interactions with different creatures! 😊