Growing a Vegetable Garden - Day 1 to Day 150

I made a vegetable garden and this year I'm attempting to grow lots of food. I've been doing the odd bit of gardening for the past few years and it's so rewarding being able to pick fresh fruit and veg from a garden. This is an ongoing series so stay tuned for part 2 where I'll show you how much food we can harvest.

[lesleyyoung]

I applaud your Father. Knowing he's a gardener who spent so many years getting his garden the way he wanted, he not only allowed you to dig it all up but helped you do it too!
You are a wonderful Dad, and you've raised wonderful sons too. Looking forward to see all your veggies grow and the meals you make with them.

[jamesclayton]

Can you tell your dad thanks for us? This was amazing, and it's so great that he was willing to support your project!

[nova_td]

This type of influence is needed more than ever in this social media driven society your content is GOLD keep up the good work thank you Alex

[silasestlander]

Wow... Your work ethic, and passion in everything i've seen you do, is something to behold. I've been struggling with a shitty depression for a little over a year now, but your video's give me a needed break from my head, and a bit of hope that maybe one day, i'll find that same passion in life. Thank you for being you, Alex. It may sound sad, but your channel means a lot to me

[kaite]

Just want to tell you, Alex, my 4 year old son and I discovered your channel recently and he just loves watching. I'm sure he's not your typical demographic, but you've really gotten him excited about nature, gardening, and beekeeping. And it's just been a great way to bond with him, learning about plants and nature together. Thanks for sharing your journey and know that you're making an impact even on the smallest of us. Can't wait to see how far you go!

[samueljones]

Use me as "Make more gardening videos" button

[OmShaanti]

I am loving your videos, Alex. You have such an enthusiasm for life - it's so refreshing to find a young man who is so in awe with the world around him. You have a genuine and calming vibe, there is definitely no pretension with you and you have a character that really draws people to you. Your videography and production is awesome. The first of your videos I watched was the 3-hour one - to watch a video that length was a first for me. Your family seems so well-balanced and nurturing. Thanks for taking us along on your journey of world and self-discovery. Keep on being you Alex, you're awesome!

[its_just_seb]

Hi Alex! I'm a trained gardener, and your videos are absolutely a joy to watch. Here are some tips from what i've observed:
- Lettuce seeds need light to grow, so if you covered them over with soil, that's why they didn't germinate.
- Since egg cartons are compostable, you can separate the cups along with the seedlings you've sown in them and plant the whole thing in the ground. The cardboard will decompose over time and add some nutrients to the soil, and since it gets really soft when moist, it doesn't obstruct the roots from growing through it.
- I'm not an expert on potatoes, but from what i understand, there are different varieties, ones that form the tubers on the stem that grows upwards, and ones that form the tubers from the root system downwards. So depending on your variety, earthing up may or may not be necessary.
- What you said about corn plants is absolutely correct. Each strand on the ears of corn actually connects to a potential kernel, so for a full ear of corn, every single strand needs to be pollinated. So the more corn plants you have in one area, the denser the area of pollination is. You can also try to help them along by gently shaking the stem to make the pollen fall, or breaking off a slower stem and dragging it over the strands on the ears.

I hope these tips are helpful to you. Again, it's been a joy to watch, and i really admire your determination to learn so many new skills. I think we could all benefit from becoming just a little bit more self-sufficient if we can. Good luck with your garden!

[maries]

For your slug issue:
You can make a mixture from dicing an entire red onion, dicing 4 garlic cloves. Add both items to a mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons of cayenne pepper powder and then add about 2 cups of water. Let this mixture sit in the fridge for about 12 hours. Strain mixture into a spray bottle and spray this onto your plants to keep the slugs/snails away. Good luck.

[imraduin]

I'm sorry babe, I can't come over. Alex uploaded.

[kaleenalyles]

Just a couple tips. 1.Try having a fan running next to the seedlings. This helps send a signal to the plant to make stronger/thick stems and it assist with hardening off. 2 lettuce does better doing winter sowing in larger containers than smaller ones. Get like a milk jug cut in halfand put the soil in the and scatter the seeds on top make sure to use the top of the jug to hold in moister and just keep the jugs outside in the sun. They need to be cold stratified. You can also do it by spraying a papertowel put the seeds on them with a tad bit od cinnamon and put it in a ziplock bag and throw them in the fridge for however long they need cold stratified. 3 to keep slugs out the garden put in a bunch of eggshells ion the top the soil they hate it and if they try it kills them. Love your videos btw! Cheers!

[Evans]

Instead of buying “seed potatoes” just grab a bag from the supermarket and plant them. Same with garlic. I’ve been doing it for years. And the spring onions, treat them as a cut and come again. So they keep growing. Best way to get rid of snails is going out at night with some salt.

[TheFinanciersGuide]

This kid gives me hope for the next generation... Great work! 🎉

[seanjamescameron]

10:45 That products only works when the temperature is about 10*c and you need to do it twice to catch all the slugs 🐌

[foreverirish]

So much work goes into capturing that much content 😊 I can’t imagine the time that went into editing all of this. It’s really nice to see the whole process and not just the before and after. Thanks Alex

[clownhoof]

Some wholesome goodness before a horrible work day. Thank you

[GetGood_]

Yes! Alex you are definitely one of the best YouTubers ever ❤ always enjoy your vids

[FarmingOnTheRocks]

So satisfying. You inspired me to continue with my Channel 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

[bamereg]

Hi Alex, I am on a similar journey but with much less space to work in as I'm on a balcony. Actually transplanting my sugar baby watermelons today. It all started last year. One of the first plants I bought for my balcony garden was a scrawny blueberry bush that came to life in February. It is now producing fruit.
Have fun with your garden. I'll be looking forward to more videos.

[Lukas]

Nice! Slugs are also my main problem 😅 in the south of England .
For me copper tape stopped them and copper mesh. On my raised bed. Maybe make your veg patch a giant raised bed and put the copper tape on it . I'm 12 by the way.