As fall slowly makes its way to San Diego (Zone 10b), I find myself in a gardening lull, making some improvements to the front yard rather than actively cultivating the plot right now. The end of summer always leaves me a little drained in the garden, and I like to take some time, reset, and prepare for round two of San Diego gardening.
That means replacing the brick pathway in my garden, which had become a tripping hazard! I chose a simple paver-style layout that makes it easier, safer, and hopefully a LITTLE more beautiful in the front yard, though I’m no landscaping expert.
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Another idea… grow sweetcorn. Grow stuff up the sweetcorn and nitrogen fixing plant… it's called the 3 sisters like the native Indians did. A symbiotic plant life.
I like the slow laugh.
Nice work Kevin!
I really like the look of your new pathway. We used the same stones as a pathway and found that over time they moved on us. I don't know if it was because we didn't put them down properly or not. So every once in a while we go back and redo some of them. Maybe you won't have a problem. So good luck.
Good Video, and that for all the information. Keep them coming.
Great video. Yes the NALP is the first organization to help legitimize the industry for sure. Nice shout out. Is it possible for a hydroponic hands free set and forget set up? The idea intrigued me but the nutrient burden questions me- thanks
Would be rad to see more videos with Nature's Always Right. Just found out about both of your channels via John Kohler. Loving what both of you are doing. I live in the inland empire and I'm working on transitioning my backyard from weeds to food. So, what you guys are doing is so helpful. I'm new to this. But, the best request for videos I've got is just to continue sharing what you've determined to be the most helpful gems you've picked up along the way. Makes the road so much easier for people like me just starting out. Great videos. Thanks man.
Uneven ground can be dangerous, when i was a youngling i tripped on some uneven slabs and landed on my nose. To this day its the most i've ever bled.
I found your channel from when GRG visited you so I have not been watching long. I scanned your video titles and didn’t see an answer to my question. Do you have anything about your corrugated beds? I really like the look of them and would like to replace my wooden beds when it is time or add some new. I will keep watching. Thanks.
sounds like an awesome fall lineup! looking forward to it.
I think you did great Kevin! It really cleaned the appearance of your garden up! You definitely aren't lazy! Always enjoy your videos!
Where did you buy you metal containers
Hello Kevin, I am a new subscriber to your channel . I enjoy your passion for house plants and gardening in general. Just a side note, I am also an amateur archeologist and I couldn't help but notice the old bricks you were removing from your pathway appear to be hand made and on the crude side, a sign of very old bricks ! I am from Western Pennsylvania where the temperature is a balmy 45 degrees :((( Thank you for your informative videos !
What did you do with your 2nd Loquat tree?
what material are your raised bed's made out of? Is that some type of plastic siding?
I watched dirty jobs too! Can you make a clone of yourself for me to have all the time? You're awesome.
I double-majored in English and Psych and tried to be a teacher … it was too stressful. I like landscaping and gardening, so thanks for posting all this stuff! Not sure what my future holds, honestly. Except maybe some strawberries. They were pollinated! Just have to keep the crows away …
From your words, remember for your new place to plan your paths with your gardens not just around the beds.
I appreciate all the information you provide. I just started gardening and your videos are very helpful. Thank you.
What's with your landlord? Sounds like a big, angry dog.
Thanks so much!
Love seeing you out there in your bare feet. I spend as much time as possible in bare feet! Having recently moved to NC, I have learned to garden in closed toed shoes because of snakes!
Do you have a channel for potted gardening? I am, unfortunately, bound to potted plants.
I used fan palm leaves laid down over a soil bank for a path.
Amending soil in spring. Love your videos!
I love your view on life and work!
Dang, that speech makes me wanna become a landscaper, mechanic and carpenter lol
There are a lot of interesting ways to get into the Green Industry.
I have a degree in forestry, worked for the State Park system in my home state, worked for a tree service, got my ISA Arborist Certification, worked for a lawn and landscape company, started working at a retail garden center selling trees and shrubs, got my Nurseryman Certification, and now I'm upper level admin and support staff for the whole company.
There is not a single point in my journey where I would have predicted my current situation, but I love it and wouldn't change it for the world. If you're interested in it, pursue it and don't be afraid to journey down the rabbit hole. 🙂
Life takes you in weird directions some times but it's a hell of a ride!