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Growit Buildit
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Gardening, How To, and DIY...Will try to post useful videos based on how to grow certain plants, what I have done, and interesting things. Located in zone 6, PA.
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The Chelsea Chop - How, Why, And When To Do It
This is a comprehensive guide to the Chelsea Chop. I'll explain what it is, why you do it, how to do it, when to do it, and even show you some side by side and year over year examples of not performing it versus doing the chop.
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What Plant Identifier App Is Best? I Tested Them,.
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I tested Plant Identification Apps so you don't have to! I tested the top 7 Plant ID apps by running 234 different images through them and recording the results. I will share my findings with you here. As I stated in the video - as impressive as these plant ID apps are, they should not be used to determine whether a plant is safe to eat, or something similar. Do your own research, and don't for...
Complete Guide To The Eastern Redbud Tree
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This is a complete and exhaustive profile on the Eastern Redbud Tree, Cercis canadensis. I will cover all aspects you need to in order to successfully grow this tree yourself. A digital table of contents is below: 01:41 - Description and facts 02:58 - Pros and cons of Redbud trees 04:25 - Growth rate of Redbud tree 05:43 - Wildlife benefits of Redbuds 08:41 - How to identify a Redbud 11:47 - Gr...
How to remove a large bush with regular tools
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This video will describe the process you use to cut down and dig out a bush using common household landscaping tools like pruners, lopers, shears, pruning saws, and shovels. Nothing fancy, just regular stuff most homeowners have. Links to some of the tools used in this video: The two most important pruning tools: Pruning saw - amzn.to/3mMdizL Lopers - amzn.to/3NfhlSZ Electric Chainsaw - amzn.to...
Virginia Bluebells - A Complete Grow And Care Profile
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Virginia Bluebells is a Spring ephemeral wildflower native to central and eastern North America. Blooming drooping or nodding clusters of purple flowers in the Spring, it grows 1-2' tall in part sun and well draining soil. This video is a comprehensive profile on this flower covering all aspects of this flower. Links to seeds, bulbs, and Liquid Fence. These are affiliate links. Virginia Bluebel...
Showy Tick Trefoil - Native Plant Profile
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This is a full and comprehensive profile to Showy Tick Trefoil, Desmodium canadense. It contains all information including: 01:19 - What is Showy Tick Trefoil 02:01 - Pros and Cons 04:01 - Identification / Characteristics 05:05 - Growing Conditions 05:53 - How to grow from seed 07:24 - Wildlife associations 08:38 - Garden uses 09:21 - Review Here is a link to seeds (affiliate): amzn.to/48HvuC7 ...
Aromatic Aster - A Complete Profile
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A complete native plant profile on Aromatic Aster, a herbaceous perennial that blooms extremely late in the year. It should answer just about all you need to know about this flower from germinating seed, to bloom, to how to landscape with this flower in mulched flower beds or meadows. This is a long video, but see the digital table of contents below. The helpful links mentioned within the video...
Leaf Mulch 2023 Update!
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Leaf Mulch Update - 2023 This video will serve as an update to my garden in regards to leaf mulch. Over the years I have used leaf mulch to build my soil. This video is an update for that endeavor. Namely, how deep my organic black soil goes after four years of leaf mulch, a brief summary of our garden expansion, a short tutorial on how to plant seeds in leaf mulch, and finally, does leaf mulch...
The Spicebush - A Complete Profile
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This video is a comprehensive overview of the Spicebush. It will cover all aspects of this plant from identification, growing conditions, germination, wildlife associations, culinary uses, medicinal, and how to landscape. The Spicebush is a deciduous shrub native to Eastern North America. Scientifically known as Lindera benzoin, it typically grows 10-12′ tall in full sun and 3-5′ tall in shade ...
The Pawpaw Tree - A Complete Profile
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This video is a comprehensive, exhaustive profile on the Pawpaw Tree (Asimina triloba), a native deciduous tropical fruit-bearing tree found in Eastern North America. This video is quite long, so I am including the following digital table of contents below. If you are only interested in one specific aspect of this tree, then please click on the jump link below: 01:48 What is a Pawpaw tree 02:40...
Complete Guide To The Cardinal Flower, Lobelia Cardinalis
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This is a complete profile on the Cardinal Flower, Lobelia Cardinalis. In this video I will cover the following topics (time-stamped links); 00:04 - Intro 00:59 - What is the Cardinal Flower 01:28 - Benefits 02:45 - Identification 04:23 - Growing Conditions 04:58 - How to grow from seed 07:24 - Save seed from Cardinal Flower 08:43 - Establishment 09:57 - Wildlife 10:38 - Garden uses 11:09 - Rev...
Can Composting Kill Weed Seeds?
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Want to know how you can compost weeds, or weed seeds? Is it safe to compost weed seeds? In this video I go through all the factors you need to consider when it comes to composting weed seeds. I also discuss the risk of compost fire and how you can mitigate it. 00:00 Intro 01:07 Cold composting weed seeds 02:05 What temperature kills weed seeds 02:45 Peer-reviewed papers on composting weed seed...
Why You Should NOT Grow The Callery / Bradford Pear Tree
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The Callery / Bradford Tree is an invasive ornamental tree that is endemic to the United States. In this video I will show you the following: 00:57 - how to ID the tree 02:15 - teach you the history, 03:45 - How it escaped cultivation (cross pollinate) 04:30 - weak branch structure 05:20 - how it spreads today 06:15 - show you why it is bad for the environment 07:54- What you can do to help Lea...
Complete Guide To New York Ironweed, Vernonia Noveboracensis
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This is a complete grow and care guide to New York Ironweed, a native Wildflower from Eastern North America. One of the best attractors of butterflies, it grows well in full sun to partial shade in moist to medium-moist soil. In this video you will learn the benefits, how to identify, growing conditions, germination protocol, and garden/wildlife uses. Liquid Fence (affiliate link) - amzn.to/3kL...
Growing Tall Tomato Seedlings Quickly
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How To Grow Shagbark Hickory Trees From Seed
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Growing White Oak Trees from Seed / Acorn
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Complete Guide to Blunt Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum muticum)
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Complete Guide to Anise Hyssop - Grow/Care/Germination/Uses
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Fix Low Spots & Ruts In Lawn Permanent And Quick
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Complete Guide to Partridge Pea, Chamaecrista fasciculata
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How to Winter Sow Seeds - A Complete Tutorial Guide
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How To Grow Black Walnut Tree From Seed
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How To Grow Black Walnut Tree From Seed
They are a bit overcooked for my taste but still look good👍
Thank you!
Thank you so much for your kindness and time ❤️
You are very welcome! Glad you liked it.
I do gardening for people and often find the seedlings growing in the gardens I'm working on. Have transplanted a bunch
I've only found a couple in my yard so far, but have heard from others regarding self-seeding.
What is the best time to transplant ?
For mature plants, early Spring is best. It can be done in fall too. Cooler temperatures mean less heat demands on the plant.
Should the pile be in sunlight or shade?
It can be in either. If you live in a dry climate though, keep it in the shade.
What if there is a drain grate at the bottom of the hole?
Then I would probably try to leave the drain grate open
Wonderfully put together, covering all of the important areas with plenty of images. Excellent presentation! Thank you! I'm a subscriber now.
Thank you so much! Glad you found it helpful.
thank you for testing. I have used a few of these and I find them tolerable but lacking. The problem is that they search using AI instead of real human experience. If your only choice is to get an ID right away on your phone, then they serve a purpose. If you can take a photo and use a garden forum with a plant identification thread, then you get answers from real people with real experience. When searching for an ID on a non native cultivated plant or a rare houseplant, I have had better results in forums. Depends upon your expectations.
Over the years I've often used FB groups to help in ID, and still do for caterpillars and some insects. But, two apps in particular (plant.net and inaturalist) will usually get you close if not exact. At least getting the correct genus, which is a great jumping off point.
Is there an app to identify diseases & pests from plant damage
Some of these apps will actually do that, but you need to pay for that extra service. Both picturethis and plantapp do it. I have not evaluated it though. And there is an app called SEEK that does a great job of identifying insects.
@@growitbuildit thank you for replying
This video was great. Very informative for me especially today because I am starting my very first compost pile.
Thank you! And good luck starting your pile!
What if you live in a place that gets a lot of rail?
If you have a lot of rain, just make sure you turn it enough to keep the pile aerated.
Excellent video to watch! I’d recommend to anyone who wants to know everything about paw paw. A lot of times and efforts spent to produce this video, I could imagine. Most of all the knowledge about the topic. Thank you for the video ❤🙏
Thank you so much for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed it!
Great Info but went on for much too long.
Sorry about that, but I try to make comprehensive profiles.
Hi, I have a question, I'm starting my first pile, I already have a kitchen compost bin where I just keep throwing all my kitchen scraps, and most of it is all ready composted, it is just a brown dense paste, can I use it as the greens? Or what's best to do with ? Thanks ! Very good videos!
Hi - the paste is like the 'sludge' I show in the video, and happens when there is no oxygen present. I would empty the bin, dry out the paste, then crush it up and use it in a new pile. I don't know if you could use it as green or brown though, so perhaps build a new pile first, then just add the pulverized, dried, paste.
@@growitbuildit nice! thanks
I live in sunny Asia with lots of rain, should I cover the pile?
I can't offer direct experience, but in general it is most important to keep the pile aerated. I live in a temperate climate, but if it rains for several days in a row I just go turn my pile thoroughly.
I've had 2 in my yard for the last 6 years. Very special tree to a survivalist. Beside the nuts being nutritional and delicious, they can also make a great wood stain. Recently moved, (we've only had one successful regrowth from seed 3 or 4 years ago, which was lucky, bc it was beneath a fence line, which is also very cool) and want to replant some of them to the new location for my son's to continue to enjoy. Thank you for these tips!
That is interesting regarding the stain - thank you for sharing that. And I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
VERY INFORMATIVE! I HAD ONE 6 years ago in a different garden -No problems. In a new raised bed-IGOT AN 8 footer Balled & Burlapped(B&B(just found that lingo pre here)ground is moist @ Base, I read it can handle; with the Grass removed it’s wetter,but no rain now=no water around it/Filled with Organic soil/bought it with 2 whole flower buds/A WOOPIE DO, 2More grew!/it sat a few weeks in less sun more shade unt I could move it to the inside fence/now it’s in 6 hours sun. I bought it May 11,2024 It’s now June 28,2024//NOT A SINGLE DANG LEAF IS GROWING!!/I JUST GOUND A SUCKER & took it off/dirt is at its flare & kept a few inches from center/IT WAS 8 feet tall when I got it(it just fits into the Outback(the help Carefully put it in)NO LEAVES LEAVES 😡=Strength🤨You stated DRY=Tap Root Moist =not They don’t like to move-it Dudu WILL NOT GIVE UP IM WISHING I GOT THE KWANZAN BUT 50feet from the house+THE STREET! Of course AFTER!! I read that! I FOUND THEY COULD BE TRIMMED! Which meant the roots would NOT BE A PROBLEM-THEY AT LEAST HAD FLOWERS! So I got the Eastern RB-which I tracked down what was that light purple tree! For 10yesrs until I got an answer! (Asking people who had plants I liked IN THEIR YARD=I DUH KNOW IT WAS HERE WHEN WE MOVED IN. Now with WiFi it’s less time but getting the CORRECT ANSWER IS THE NEED. You had Good stuff! I SUBSCRIBED
Hi - sorry to hear you are having trouble with a bag/burlap tree. I have never purchased one of those, but have heard of people having issues. There are some companies that sell bare root trees - you may want to research getting one of those if available. I've purchased them in the past (white cedar, spicebush). And it was a great, inexpensive way to get a tree.
Thank you! 👍🏻
You are very welcome
Honestly, this is one of the best reviews I have ever seen. You thoroughly researched the apps, quickly explained your process and the results and the bonus, you didn’t waste anyone’s time!! Equally important, the caution regarding poisonous plants and being trained if you intend to consume something. Now I am off to see what else is on your channel since this video just appeared in my feed!
Thank you so much -and I hope you enjoy my other videos!
@@growitbuildit I subscribed!! 😎
Excellent work. It would be interesting to know if the 20% of failures were on the SAME group of plants, and, if so, would they “pass” with better photos, or were those plants simply not in their databases? Also, COST is an important factor to mention, especially if they require a subscription. Thanks again.
I can assure you that the pictures were in focus, and represented the plant features quite well (leaves, bloom, stalk). For PictureThis, it was almost like they didn't include these specific plants in their database. As in they would mis-identify each photo of a species (Short's Aster, for example). Regarding cost, all but one app had a free version, or free way to use it (which I did). The only one app that didn't have a free option, which I did note in it's section, was Blossom (which was the worst app by far). The free version of PictureThis can be annoying as it often prompts you to sign up and pay, but you just have to click an 'x' in the top right to keep using it. So, the best accuracy for free.
I like iNaturalist's Seek app, which identifies plants, animals, insects, etc, via pictures or live via the camera.
It's a good app. It is very conservative in it's ID & suggestions, which is a good thing in my opinion.
A little bit of peroxide in the water on the paper towels and you'll have no problems with fungus or mold
That is a great tip - thank you Dennis
When the flowers are spent do I dehead them?
Deadheading these generally doesn't result in a second round of blooming. But you can do so if you wish for appearance.
I am in South Africa, and ordered these seeds. Holding thumbs it will do well. Here's hoping that the anise scent will keep the monkeys away from my veggie patch !😂
Good luck! Glad I don't have to deal with monkeys
On year 2 with my foxglove and was looking for more info about seed collecting etc. This video was really informative and answered questions I didn't realize I had. Thank you! It can be hard to find good guides like this.
You are very welcome - I'm glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful
Saya dari Indonesia, saya sangat salut dan senang dengan channel anda, terimaksih untuk edukasi anda🙏
Terima kasih atas kata-katanya yang baik. Semoga sukses dengan taman Anda di tahun ini.
I've seen very TALL and shorter red bee balm. Is this a difference in species or soil conditions.???
Hi Charles - it is difficult to say. Soil fertility/moisture/light will definitely be a factor in height and showiness. But there are a number of different species of Monarda, and most do look a bit different. Although some can be different due to height alone. Plus, it hybridizes readily with other members of the genus.
@@growitbuildit a very peculiar plant, and like a child...it's always got my attention. Thank you.
I live in the high desert, zone 8.5 so no grass clippings or saw dust. I was planning to use leaves from my trees for the green. Do i have to let them dry up or can i use them green right off branches? There are tons of crows out here so im afraid if i purchase worms, they will just eat them. I have no ground area so I was planning on getting a tumbler. Any suggestions for me?
Hi - you can use them green off the branches. Regarding worms, don't bother. Those are for when a pile cools off. Also, try going to Starbucks if there are any near by and ask for their coffee grounds. You need to accumulate enough material to make a pile that is 3-4' diameter and mounded up as high as it can go for it to get hot.
Question, I’m looking to removing about 9 shrubs, three are the knockout rose variety, not sure of the other 6 but seemingly just your typical green shrubs. But I was wondering what would I need to do to the soil once I remove them. I want to plant new boxwoods in the rear and possibly some petunias in the front. Also, is there a timeframe that you have to wait before planting after removing
Hi - if you get the rootballs out, then you could plant right away. In regards to soil, boxwood isn't too picky, but will want it to drain well. You can test your drainage using this method - ua-cam.com/video/AnFFx8srRUs/v-deo.html For any other amendments, you could throw a few handfuls of compost in the hole, as that is always a major help. But really you just need to make sure it doesn't dry out but don't overwater it either. If it is extremely hot where you live, you may want to wait until summer winds down and cools off to plant the new boxwoods, as that will be less heat demands on the plants.
My anise hyssop keeps dying. Starts out by yellowing leaves then the stalks start yellowing, turning black at the bottom and eventually the whole plants dies. This is the 3rd loss. Any ideas about that might cause this? Thanks for the informative video!
Hi - have you done a drainage test? It sounds like some kind of fungus is killing it. Perhaps the soil isn't draining well or is too compacted. See here - ua-cam.com/video/AnFFx8srRUs/v-deo.html
@@growitbuildit thanks so much for taking the time to reply. I'm going to check it asap!
its easier to just not eat plants and eat the animals eating them instead :P
I think you are probably right
Thank you for making such a great and informative video.
Thank you - I'm very happy you found it helpful!
Thank you for this video! Very informative! I have clay soil in my backyard lawn and would love to try to amend it using leaves this Fall. Should I mulch the leaves and till it with my clay soil right away, or should I wait until next Spring? Thank you!
Hi - if you are trying to improve soil in your lawn, then I would probably just mow the leaves right on top of the grass. This way it will be tiny pieces that can be raked in, so it won't smother the grass but will still decompose. If you are trying to improve a garden or flower bed, then I would just use it as a complete mulch as I did. Over the course of the growing season the leaves will break down and change the top 2" of your soil into crumbly, black soil that is very fertile.
@@growitbuildit Thank you so much for your response. I will definitely try that.
Just found your video! I love columbines and have a few different colors. I wanted to know more about them and how grow more from my own seeds and your videos are so explanatory. Thank you!
Thank you! I'm glad you found the video helpful!
🤣🤣 Your Zen Quarry! I feel your pain.
Rocks are a fact of life out here....................ugh
This is a great idea! Thank you for sharing!
Thank you - glad you found it interesting.
DONT COMPOST WEEDS OR GRASS SEED, unless you want grass and weeds to grow with your stuff
Hi - you can actually compost seeds as long as you get your pile hot enough. I do all the time, and pretty much nothing germinates. I discuss it in detail here - ua-cam.com/video/IW3E6uveuTQ/v-deo.html
@@growitbuildit too many extra steps to keep that pile hot to kill the seeds.
Thank you, I went with plantnet
You are welcome - good luck!
so cool! im going to harvest some this fall. thanks
You're welcome. Good luck!
i found a similar looking flower today, i harvested the seeds. near seattle wa. and i thought it was this flower but the seeds were exposed kinda like the cosmos seeds look in a group. any idea what the flower is?
Wild Sienna looks similar, but I don't think it's native to Washington
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Mike red bugs have grown into a circle and they have out competed the raspberries this year. There are no raspberries at all left in this circle. There’s a very old stump there so I’m not sure how this got started. There’s a very big stump not a redbud tree.
Raspberries need sun, and I can easily see any tree out competing them. Perhaps some pruning in late winter or early spring can help
Are there other color options?
I've only seen yellow
My black eyed Susan’s are very prolific and crowding other plants such as hydrangea and a yellow coneflower ( which I just planted) . How do I thin the black eyed Susan’s to give other plans a chance to grow but also keep the black eyed Susan’s?
In Spring when the flowers are emerging, just dig up any unwanted plants
This is the best pawpaw tree video on youtube.
Thank you Jimmy. I appreciate that
Dude, you are awesome! You were super clear and helpful. 100/10
Thank you! I'm glad it could help you out!
I went for the 100% FREE with NO SUBSCRIPTION app. The two most popular apps are ONLY FREE DURING THEIR TRIAL PERIOD.
binging on your plant profile, your videos so informative ! I started some seeds of Aster, and I so look forward to growing them.
Excellent. I'm glad you are enjoying my videos
My girlfriend had a long steep driveway and on the way down to the mailbox she would deadhead her echinacea and throw them 10 to 15 feet in the woods and fields alongside the road going down and she just had just thousands of echinacea
That sounds really cool.
Is it too late to start them in the summer?
No, you can start seeds in summer. Just make sure they are in a location that gets morning sun and afternoon shade. I would figure out how many plants I wanted and then use 4" pots. I would also grow them in pots until very late Summer or fall before transplanting them to their final location. You'll probably get a coup looms per plant next year