Tropical plants, exotic gardening and growing through the UK seasons in our jungle garden in sunny North Lincolnshire, England. August 2020 saw us move to our ‘forever’ home, so please subscribe to see the progress our new garden build along with videos of about exciting plants, growing tips, exotic garden design ideas and garden visits!
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It's wierd to compare those two species. They arent even in the same genus. One is obviously far more cold hardy than the other. One is a banana, and the other one isn't.
Thanks, it really is beautiful and I'm pleased you've enjoyed seeing it come together! I believe there was a series of compost bins / areas behind the old greenhouse so I imagine they'll get a similar setup when the new greenhouse is complete.
Hi Gary and thank you! The row planted in my garden are around 1.5-2m part I believe, they do touch each other but not too much. When they were in the pots and wooden 'staging' at our old house they were closer but the canopies were smaller then as they were more recently bought.
@@GeorgesJungleGarden Thanks George for that, Iam about to plant 3 in a triangle shape there only small about 4 feet total height I don’t mind them when there bigger touching a bit so might go for 1.5m spacing, yours look nicely spaced.
No worries, they’re probably closer to the 2m mark looking back at a quick clip on my phone, the mature leaves and stems can get up to around 1.5m long so it’s a nice overlap in my eyes. Any spacing works though, it’s completely up to the effect you want.
What a beautiful tour. Thank you for sharing these gems as you do. May I propose we categorize this aesthetic as "Dense Lushness?" That May not even be a proper word but I feel like 'jungly' notates particularity. The vastness of species in her collection translate like a coveted curation of sensation. With each turn in the meandering I find myself gasping in awe at every introduction. Soooo lightheaded now. Lol. Thanks again for sharing
Thank you very much for your compliments and insightful phrases, there's certainly a dense lushness to this garden and you're absolutely right, the magic is in the combinations and variety rather than the a specific overall theme or checklist of plants. As I touched on through a lot of my recent garden visits there's certainly a group of exotic gardens which are impressive but very much about the plants themselves and there are other conventionally beautiful gardens which are pretty uninteresting botanically. At Louth, Jenny and Rodger have certainly worked towards a beautiful creation which has fascinating and diverse plants, leans into a lot of different styles with stunning combinations and is genuinely beautiful and appreciated even by non-gardeners. It's an adventure walking around!
Hi everyone and thank you all for your lovely comments about this amazing garden! I had hoped for a gorgeous autumn day to film on, with golden sun, clear blue skies and enough time to film clips all the beautiful plants and areas in the garden to overlay but I did the best I could with what we had. A huge thanks again to Jenny and Rodger for their time and expertise in putting these together - they're both amazing people and so generous in sharing their garden for a good cause. A couple of corrections for this one, the plant described early in the video as a Cinnamon vine (which they also grow) is in fact known as Chestnut Vine or Tetrastigma voinierianum - a houseplant I could picture from my childhood but didn't want to put an incorrect Latin name to in the vid. Apologies for the mistake, as Jenny said, both begin with a C! There was also another mix-up later in the video, the plant described as growing from bulbils is actually another Elsholtzia flava. Given the thousands of plants from all over the world in this incredible garden I can forgive these mistakes but wanted to pin a comment to help those of you out who are looking for them. Thanks for watching!
Great to see how the garden has changed over the seasons, absolutely beautiful. Question for Jenny: What compost mix and brand do you use in your pots. I have had really bad results this year, I've tried doing a few mixes, but nothing has grown well.
Thanks Diane, I hope you have better luck with your potted plants next year and yes, if you can make it across to Louth next year you won't be disappointed!
@GeorgesJungleGarden I've really enjoyed the series on Jenny and Rogers Garden. I keep telling my husband he needs to be my Roger lol . They make a great team and have achieved an amazing garden. It's a bit of a way for us, but think it's worth it
Very beautiful! But to be honest, it would be very interesting to see this garden in winter. January, february, early march. As a series. Throught the seasons.
Hi Karl, it certainly is a beautiful garden! To address your other question, my original plan was to do more of a 'tropical garden through the year' series at mine with an episode every couple of months or twice per season to capture more of the changes. In all honesty though, my garden isn't ready for that yet (I might still do it one year). I asked Jenny if I could do film at theirs instead a few times this year. There's two main reasons why there isn't a winter one - firstly, while they do so much maintenance and garden projects through the year, it seemed a bit unfair to ask to film when everything is muddy and they're mid-project with so much. Mainly though, we tried to capture both the winter and spring in the first video. You can see the evergreen structure in the garden, the effects of winter, how packed the conservatory and greenhouses were with overwintering plants but I thought the signs of spring and all the early colour gave it a level of optimism and a time of year when a lot of us are starting things off compared to a more bleak mid-winter episode. Hopefully that gives some insight, I don't think a winter one would be dramatically different bar a bit more protection in place and more of the half hardy exotics packed inside.
@@GeorgesJungleGarden I understand. My intention was just to see the blank canvas in its full purity, hence january/february. For sure there is not that much going on, so I thought about a short video. But, yes; you have shown their overwintering method already in your first video. ("The Brugmansia room" ;p) It is your channel. So if you think it is not needed, than it is like that. I can only speak for mysekf and I find it interesting to see such a garden in the mids of winter.
I’m pleased you’ve asked, as we both said Cinnamon vine (which we also grow) but in fact this is known as Chestnut Vine or Tetrastigma voinierianum. Apologies for the mistake( both start with ‘C’ 😂). Look8ng back at the video last night, I also realised that I’d mixed up another plant, later in the video, but I genuinely thought it was one we’d grown from little bulbils this year, when in fact it was another Elsholtzia flava 🙄. Looks a bit similar, too much excitement scrambled my brains 😆
Hi Cody, hopefully Jenny's response below addresses this - thanks @Secret-Garden-Louth68 To be honest, I didn't put a name on screen for the 'Cinnamon Vine' as it was referred to as I couldn't find one and could only remember seeing the plant when I was a child as a houseplant! Jenny's ID is correct! And yes Jenny, I did notice the similarity of the other plant potentially grown from bulbils with the Elsholtzia while I was quickly editing the video but given the huge botanical variety in your garden these minor oversights can be forgiven! I'll make a note in a comment later and pin it to the top so people can get the correct IDs. Thanks!
@mrnovak I'm presuming this is a question for me! Hopefully I'm happily surrounded by the people and passions I love and still enjoying the processes of learning about and exploring them. Generic answer aside, would I have as high a 'maintenance' garden as this? Possibly not, mine would be more of a blend of hardy structural plants and possibly less seasonal displays and tender additions as I do have other hobbies like my photography etc. I enjoy alongside my garden. This garden really is a 100% dedicated labour of love, the result of the hard work of an equally committed couple alongside those who help out for their openings every year. In terms of having the time, energy and creativity to put into their garden and the never-ending pursuit of cool plants though, I think most of us are in awe of Jenny and Rodger!
Hi, it was a day where us plant nuts met, on this occasion, at Newbury Farm Plants, near Bedford. It was Philip Oostenbrink who organised it, having written a great book called The Jungle Garden. He is head gardener at Walmer Castle. There were talks organised and of course plants for sale both within our group and in the nursery where it was held. He runs a Facebook Page too, The Jungle Garden, and that’s where the day was advertised. Tickets were £10 and it was well worth the money and the travelling to be there 😁
Hi Carole, I just replied to somebody on Facebook asking a similar question - don't worry, you haven't missed it. My free time (/garden time!) has been very limited this year now my wife is back at work and on the days I'm at home, I look after our daughter. Whilst I did book in the garden visit videos you'll have seen earlier in the year on my days off work - between the filming, editing and now evenings getting darker I just haven't had the opportunity to get things ready to the point I'd like to in our garden. I used to film a lot of my videos at the weekends and after work, editing at 5/6 in the morning and having a toddler definitely means that schedule is put on hold for a while! I'm juggling things round next year though and using more of 'my days off' to progress the garden, film videos here and share my garden journey alongside a few visits. I'll hopefully have an update before then but it's certainly been a challenge working out a balance and how to do more with less time!
It really is Shirley and yes, the amount of effort, creativity and passion that goes into the garden really is impressive! I'm pleased you enjoyed seeing round, thanks.
Has to be said I always have serious plant envy watching jennys and Rodgers spectacular garden.The breathtakingly variety of plant specie. As a self awear plant addict I'm always like jenny continuly looking gor my next fix. Challenging in my small garden...Thankfully my front garden is able to take the overflow.
Don't we all Derek! Once a plant addict always a plant addict! It's amazing to see people like Jenny and Rodger who are still hunting down, planting and propagating such diverse range of plants for sure and whatever your level of plant knowledge, I'm sure there'll be plants in their garden you're not familiar with! I hope you enjoy filling up the rest of your front garden...
@@Tminus89I discovered another Jatropha this year, it caught my eye, so added it to our other two Jatrophas. It’s Jatropha integerrima, small dark green shiny leaves and lots of small blood red flowers, it’s been stunning. The other we have is Jatropha podagrica.
Thanks for stepping in with an answer @Secret-Garden-Louth68 - I'm sure there'll be a lot of Googling of bizarre plant names from other people who aren't as far along their plant journey as you - I know I did making this!
It really is, so many incredible plants, such botanic variety and planted in a beautiful way with lovely combinations! Definitely a lot of plant names and ideas to borrow!
Thanks for the lengthy tour! The amount of beautiful, less common plants is nearly endless. If I ever need inspiration, it's great to have this video to come back to
Thanks! In all honesty, with the weather and having to get back home to get my daughter, I wasn't able to get the individual plant shots and 'views' of the garden I'd usually mix in so the video was always going to be about the conversation and tour. The fact that it can be over an hour long of interesting and diverse plant ideas really does show how full and varied their garden is! I'm sure we could easily record the same again talking about plants that never got a mention this year, there really is so much to see!
I’m in shock! Your garden looks amazing! 😳 I had no idea that these plants could survive in 🇬🇧 We have a new build and have slabbed the majority of our garden, so hoped to have tropical plants in pots so having a bit of a think as to what will survive 🙄🫢🤔🤔 need help and advice
Hi and yes, this isn't my garden but the garden over at Dirt Cheap Plants and it's pretty fantastic! There's a surprising array of tropical style plants that can survive our normal winters just fine and even more than can usually come through with a bit of care. You can certainly grow a good few in pots, whether that's the more slow growing and drought tolerant plants like Chamaerops or summer displays like Cannas. I'd definitely check out some of the Facebook groups like Tropical/Jungle Style Gardening UK and Hardy Tropicals along with some of my other garden visit videos for ideas and inspiration!
Just found this video as I’m not happy how my chamaerops humilis is looking. It was bought in the spring and around a metre tall, so it wasn’t cheap. It hasn’t really grown and the leaves are looking more yellow than I think they should. It’s been fed through the summer so I’m thinking it’s too damp where I planted it. Went to dig it out this morning and was surprised how well it’s rooted, so now I’m thinking I should have left it alone ! Any thoughts George ?
Hi, I just replied to somebody asking a similar question - apologies for the delay in fire pit progress! Since you last saw it I have at least finished the cobble walls leading up to it and brought in more sand to the Med. borders. My free time (/garden time) has been very limited this year now my wife is back at work and on the days I'm at home, I look after our daughter which does limit me being at the far end of the garden, using the cement mixer or barrowing materials from the front etc. Whilst I did book in the garden visit videos you'll have seen earlier in the year on my days off work - between the filming, editing and now evenings getting darker I just haven't had the opportunity to get things ready to the point I'd like to in our garden and fire pit. I'm juggling things round next year though and using more of 'my days off' to progress the garden, film videos here and share my garden journey alongside a few visits. I'll hopefully have an update before then and maybe a bit of winter progress but it's certainly been a challenge working out a balance and how to do more with less time this year!
Hi, you can remove them once they've started to form a decent trunk but if you're looking to sell them then I'd certainly wait until they're well rooted in the pots. They've come down in price a lot recently but there was a stage when they were going for a lot of money and several sellers were pushing very young plants which weren't well rooted which didn't go down well.
Hi, yes, they seem to be quite adaptable but are generally suited to sunnier spots or partial sun. I've got some of mine growing in shadier areas and they do lose a bit of their colour so maybe the plain greener forms would be a better option - that said those do tend to get a bit bigger. Perhaps Astelia would be the better option for you? A similar look, not too large and they prefer a bit of shade...
@GeorgesJungleGarden Dang!!! That sucks...I live in Oklahoma and was hoping that that one could have a chance outside. The pattern of the trunk looks so cool!!!
It’s a bit frustrating but that’s the reality without heated protection I think! It really depends on your winter lows and the duration of any freezes otherwise but they’re certainly cool plants for sure!
@@GeorgesJungleGarden awesome videos bro keep up the good work I'm binge watching a few of them right now LOL so you're getting plenty of likes right now
Ive got mine next to the pond. Did you know when you plant the gunnera next to water it throws its roots into the pond on its own. Im going to rip it out next month as it may pose a risk to the liner. Im in 2 minds. I think they need something like a swamp or wet to live in. 🤔 its been living off phospates and nitrates!
We are more interested in growing exotic and Mediterranean plants in open ground that are adaptable to our climate because growing in such large greenhouses is not within the reach of ordinary mortals but rather reserved for professionals!
I get that Philippe and I didn't expect this particular video to get the same amount of interest as one on an unusual and experimental private garden. Where this place really is interesting for me personally though is that Steve is passionate and knowledgeable about a lot of different plants and it was fascinating to see their propagation area for a lot of the outdoor exotics. A lot of the indoor plants are also sorts that a lot of us try outside too!
Great job as usual. You do such a great job finding some really unique gardens. It had to be really cool walking around amongst so many beautiful u pique plants
Thanks! Yes, this one was kindly recommended to me and it was a pleasure to walk round and share it with you. I'm sure they'll be experimenting with more of these plants outdoors soon enough!
George my darling, I can hear the jealousy in your voice. Yes I am jealous too,. Love all of his plants especially the ferns. George, when are we going to see your garden?
Haha, amazement and respect maybe, not jealousy! The idea of looking after that many plants part time terrifies me! OK, maybe a bit of jealousy for the opportunity and space... To be honest, I've not had a lot of time on my garden this year and between work and a few other projects it's not really at a point where I'd want to do a full tour as such. We'll see what I can do later in autumn / over winter though and I plan to spend more of my 'filming' days in my garden next year so hopefully it gets more progress then. You'll be the first to see anything when I put the next vid up on here!
What an incredible Aladdin's cave. Steve, you can grow some more Euphorbia species, as you have a bit of room left! Big up and thank you Steve and George.🙋♂
It's too bad we will never see this in the United States with their stupid anti Windmill Palm USDA rules. Just Fortunei. Someone actually planted a colony of true takil Palms in the Southeastern USA. Unfortunately ,they were spotted by a Gary somebody from a California Nursery. he snapped them all up by the dozen. He left none in the new adapted habitat ,Destroying any possibility of that endangered Palm ecotype establishing in the United States. Anyways, I have dozens of Bulgarians, a handful of Nainital x Bulgaria hybrids from seed & three true Takils I managed to get b4 COVID 19 . USDA has gotten strict. I don't know if they have Easter rules because I'm afraid to lose money ordering stuff that may be confiscated. The USDA website is a confusing Labyrinth play design for professional Growers and not regular people just trying to order a palm or getting bulk seed.
Oh right, I didn't know about any of this! It's a shame the different forms and varieties aren't more widely available for you seeing as they're all fundamentally the same when it comes to any concerns as far as I can see. Hopefully you get better access or find some good seed sources soon as it really is helpful to have different options for these hardy palms in colder areas.
just wow mate what a place .iv never heard of it .watched the outside vid last week but these greenhouses are fantastic . im watching it again so much to take in.❤❤❤
It's great to see isn't it Shane, a place like this could so easily be abandoned or overgrown but they're really making something special out of it. It's a Brassaiopsis factory!
Never heard George say wow so much, met this guy at Allan winterton Gardens and he was just as cool and helpful to me with advice even though I know nothing! Top guy top content!
Haha yes, I think I said it about 4000 times 😂 Steve is a great guy for sure, he does so much to help Thwaite and the hard work that both he and the other volunteers have put in really is a privilege to share 😊
