What Would a Pond Like This Cost? // Do You Fertilize Perennials like Annuals? // Recap 🌿 

Dear Laura and Aaron, the reason that you receive wonderful things from others is because you do wonderful things for others. The flowers for the elderly, the vegetables for the needy, sharing plants and bulbs, showing people how to make things without breaking the bank, great decorating and gardening tips, all cause people to want to watch. In these dangerous times it is so nice to watch a program that does not stress and upset you. It makes you forget the horrible stuff for a few moments. I used to watch the news every day and since I focused more on gardening and decorating, I am so much happier and take pride in my own little corner of the world.

Luck may be a part of the large amount of subscribers, but you guys are popular because you both do a phenomenal job and the kind heartedness and honesty comes through. In a time when so many unpleasant things are going on (to put it mildly), you two are a joy to watch! Thank you and I hope you don't stop any time soon. Also love seeing your mom and sister and the store. Great group of people.

The moment when everyone hoisted up the pond liner, then walked over totally in sync, was one of my favorite moments, too!!! ❤ Made me teary-eyed. It just summarized how ALL these hard working people came together, in such harmony, to create this magical space.

Dear Laura, the reason that you and Aaron have 1.78 million viewers is because of your information on plants, equipment and designs. Your personalities are so refreshingly positive even when you disagree. You always give credit to those that supply and support you. I love Laura's and Aaron's laughs, smiles and sense of humor. I also Love how you include your beautiful, precious babies, your mom, sister and dad. I believe that I am not the only one that is so happy that you share and post the day in the life of Garden Answer. Wishing you and yours many more blessed days!

It wasn't luck. You and Aaron have a grace about you. You are not scripted nor are you performing. You are being yourselves and there is nothing as powerful as that. You endear yourself to us with your authenticity and we love you so much. I tell people all the time about your channel and you have helped me so much over the years. I have a small townhouse with barley any space outside for beautiful plants, but what I do have, is because of you.

You guys got “on the list” because of the people you are! You deserve every bit of goodness!

You know the old adage that what you put out into the universe comes back to you? Maybe that explains why you were chosen for this pond installation-what you give to the world is positivity, an amazing work ethic, family cohesiveness, and loads of love. It's refreshing to find a RU-vid channel that doesn't attempt to draw in viewers via controversy or drama. Your encyclopedic knowledge of plants along with beautiful videography and editing is a winning combination. Also, I totally appreciate that you jump right into each vid with no silly intro or outro!

Am I the only one or did anyone else hear the song "high oh high oh its off to work we go.", as the guys tackled the tarp?

The take away is it takes a one year to have a brick patio installed but three days to install a 80k pond. What an amazing week of projects and content!!

A hose link is such a luxurious item for a backyard gardener that struggles with tangled hoses every single day. That looks so tidy , effective and beautiful!

How did you not sit next to the pond when they all left and just cry. I would have been so grateful for all of the talented people that helped your family with this project that my heart would have been overflowing. I am so happy for you. Congratulations on another amazing job to anyone that was involved.

My daughter and I discovered your channel many years ago, when a succulent arrangement vid of yours went viral. You were still living in your old house and Dexter was stealing the show. One Christmas, we sent you a card, and though it was opened originally by someone else at the garden center, you still included it into your mail time video, and we were absolutely tickled about it. We have remained faithful to your videos over the years even when many other RU-vidrs have risen to fame and faded, not only because the content you provide it top quality, but because your down to earth, loving, good hearted soul underpins everything you do. With love, Alisa and Raven Virginia Beach, VA

Good morning from Delaware Garden Answer friends.

The whole pond project is beyond amazing, and I also Love your channel, I’ve been watching for about 5 years, so I feel like I’ve watched your family grow as well as your property grow and transform…I’ve learned a ton, but what I really appreciate is that it seems that you have remained humble and kind and appreciative of all that you’ve earned… Thank you, this world is so selfish and troubled and you are a bright spot.

With all you have so generously put out into the world, you are more than deserving of whatever kindness comes to you. Thank you for your consistently calm and genuinely nice demeanor and videos.

I know it`s not the only reason all the guys came out, but 1.8 M viewers, do you know how much publicity this is for these guys, I think it was a win, win for everybody involved, I would have to think, some of there phones are ringing. I didn`t even know pond experts were a thing, until this video, and the speed of the install was incredible, like no you are not gonna have these pond guys in your yard for a month digging, 4 days was crazy, the results speak for themselves, it`s gorgeous.

Laura's face when Aaron pointed out the fish will make babies. 😆 I had the thought when I watched the fish buying video.

As per the rest of your RU-vid family, watching your pond come to life…incredible video shares! It turned out magnificent! What a spectacular SQUAD of installers…wishing many happy days ahead enjoying your new space on the property.

I snorted out loud when Aaron was mentioning whether the full team of CACs would get business from this pond! I have been stalking each of their social media and follow 3 of them nearest me and had submitted a request for a backyard consultation by Video 2!

About the 1.8 million subscribers. This is the only channel I subscribe to. You’re both so deserving of everything that comes to you. You’re the essence of kind and informative. Your family is amazing. I start my day everyday with your videos. I’ve often thought about how empty my mornings would be without your videos. ❤

Quick calculation is that labor would have been conservatively $25,000 for 14 guys for 3 days, excluding design time and travel time. Add transportation costs (airfare and rental cars and food) - add equipment rental, pumps, filters, gravel and rock, boulders and liners. Increase the labor charge because these are the best of the best ... catering for the crew, and porta potty rental. It was such a generous gift from everyone involved.

Round of applause to whoever has been editing these 🤣👏🏻 when Laura went into rage about the mic cord I almost died 😡❤️😂

What is the cost of the pond installation? Answer: Priceless The experience, the gift, friendships, caring and sharing, the possibilities of the joy it will bring, those are the things that make it priceless. What a great lesson for us all. We may not be able to do it on a large scale, but when we give and share it makes a world of difference in peoples lives. Thank you, for sharing all of that with us.

Aaron and Laura, it would be fun to put a feild camera up to see what critters come and visit the pond at night.

Good morning, Laura & Aaron ☕️ 51:14 You got on that list because you’re the best gardening RU-vid channel! IMO, Anyway 😜

I imagine part of the reason there were volunteers is because they also wanted to see the magnificent gardens Garden Answer has created. Plus, they can also admire the Hartley greenhouse. I know I wouldn’t mind volunteering for a project where I could make a little money and promote my product/s and enjoy my surroundings plus free food. Also, the good you do for people will come back to you threefold. Stay Blessed!

You guys are so cute and unassuming. I love the way you looked at each other, almost in disbelief, that all of this had come together. You have made a space for collaborations to coalesce and thrive. I watch other channels, good channels with great people. You and your channel are so positive and uplifting all the time. Love you folks!

The reason these people volunteered their time is because you are the kind of person who has almost 2 million followers. They couldn't have paid for marketing to reach that audience for less money and get the quality of people that would love and appreciate their work! Love the GA family!! ❤

Good Morning Laura and Aaron what an awesome exciting week it’s been we all love the new pond.

What a week it was!….for us all! Thank you for bringing us along. We feel like family sharing in all the excitement. Everything you do is top notch.

BIG WEEK is right Aaron!! What a joy to watch!!! We could feel your excitement Laura!! I got teary eyed a few times knowing how much fun was in your children’s future, and to know the calm this was going to provide for you all!! I am beyond happy for you and yours!! 💖💦💖

I can’t even imagine how you and Aaron are feeling after this week, it is so refreshing and obvious that you are truly thankful. With every project you have shared, I’m continually impressed with the quality of people you have helping you. I think that is a direct reflection of you two and the values yours and Aaron’s parents have instilled in you.

Just saw the comment about the number of viewers you have. Wonderful. I think it is because it is such a wholesome and family oriented program. So full of beautiful content. No violence, no politics, nothing inappropriate. Great viewing for families. You are also so appreciative for all those that work with you, projects,etc. Love your family dynamics!

I love that you and Aaron are so grateful and so humble. I literally wake up and turn on my laptop, every morning to watch you with my coffee. Get a little sad on Saturdays but I am glad you take time off as well.

Looking forward to a "family time" video, watching the kids play, Laura and Aaron relaxing in the new, amazing environment.

Aaron's such a great husband always complementing Laura, love see this. Your family deserves all the success.

Everything you guys do garnishes so much ch business for those you work with. The time they spent volunteering labor will come back hundreds of times over with new business generated. Garden answer generates much business because your successes translate into gaining our desires also.👍🏼👍🏼. Plus- you are so very generous with others that it can only come back to you in many other ways.❤️

Good morning from Kentucky! ❤ Laura and Aaron, you have the most incredible RU-vid channel because of your talent, knowledge and passion for gardening. You both are humble and appreciative of your support team and your collaboration/partnerships. I love that family comes first and you are teaching your precious children how to enjoy life while learning so much. You are awesome parents. Can’t express how happy I am that you were chosen for this pond build. It looks like it has always been there and will only get better as the trees and shrubs mature. What an incredible team of certified AquaScape professionals, and the folks who brought the water lilies and other plants. The Koi are going to be so much fun for Benjamin and Samantha. I couldn’t be more happy for you than if you were my children. Wishing you many years of making memories around your pond. May God continue to bless you in all you do. 🙏🏻❤️

Yes, your berms are perfection!!! I too hate them when they don't look natural. PLEASE show us the pond every day! We just need to see it for a couple of minutes, but we need it!

I loved how the pond crew was with Benjamin and Samantha

This recap was the best one! You’re excitement is precious. I laughed out loud when you said “we don’t have any floaters” when you talking about the fish. Thank you guys so much for making joyful and entertaining videos.

It’s been an amazing week for your family and all your followers. The pond is something that most of us city dwellers would never have space for, but now we can live vicariously through you guys. Thanks for taking us along for the ride.

💦Good morning Laura, Aaron and GA friends. A beautiful morning here in southeast Michigan, perfect for coffee time and this fabulous Highlight video. I know it’s been said, but this whole pond installation vision is a true gift from so many hearts and minds! Kudos to the volunteer crew and all the suppliers who made sure you were treated so nicely, with respect, and in the end, sheer gratification at receiving a superb design that will last years full of family memories. Thank you everyone….what a great example of true “customer service” and quality teamwork. Enjoy it in good health. With great respect to all, enjoy a wonderful week 🐟🦋💦💙🪷🦈💙

“Fancy.” 😂 Aaron, you’re cracking me up today. Love your facial expressions, too. What an AMAZING week. Thank you for everything!

I am not surprised you have thst many viewers. You and your entire family are so well loved. Your videos are fabulous. Always a joy to watch, never a disappointment. You are much appreciated. Thank you for all that you share with all of us. 💜

My alarm goes off at 4:45 am every weekday morning. The only thing that gets me up and going is looking forward to my workday is sharing the morning with you and your family. Let me tell you, I actually jumped out of bed to watch the pond videos! How exciting!! What an amazing experience for you. Thanks for sharing this fantastic process with all of us. I really can’t wait to see more.

13 people carrying that liner I think, I counted at the time watching video lol Great teamwork, wow! A beautiful, lifetime feature that Laura said best. So many years of enjoyment!

In regards to the cost of an Aquascape Eco pond, I’ve seen at their headquarters and store they sell kits with the price sans rock and gravel , I believe. If anyone is curious you can find out more on their website 😀

If ever there was a week at Garden Answer, it was this one. Hooley Dooley. Thank you, thank you, thank you for all the hard work in keep the content sensational. Garden Answer is exemplary when it comes to understanding their subscribers and delivering, even in the “slower” months, you just keep delivering and it is phenomenal. I pray for you guys every night because you give so much hope, inspiration and faith.

I’m thinking you got on this “A” list, getting this dream team of pond builders and designers to do your project because you guys are the best gardening channel ANYWHERE! (Including network TV). And your 1.78 million subscribers doesn’t hurt either. I’m really looking forward to following along as the pond area grows and evolves. Bravo 👏 👏👏👏🥰👍

I noticed after watching several of these Recap videos that Aaron never let Laura criticize herself. That is sweet.

Aaron: You say “Thank you” by following the experts guidance on consistent maintenance of this magnificent pond. As I know, you, Laura and your team definitely will. That’s probably the main reason they choose you guys for this collaboration project. Will be beautiful for years to come. Looking forward to the progress pictures and drone videos. God’s Continued Blessing on you all. With Love, N FL Zone 9a. 😊😊😊

You were chosen because you teach us so much to make our world beautiful.❤❤❤❤❤

Can't wait to see the pond at night with the lights.

You made "The List", because you are awesome. Kind and thoughtful, just a joy to watch. Thank you so much for sharing.😀

I so enjoyed watching the pond being installed. 😊 I would feel down after everyone left. I mean, these men and women had been at your house for days and were making this beautiful piece of art in your yard, and then WHAM they're all gone. I can see myself running down that long driveway hollering, Come back, don't leave me.😂 Now, what's your next big project? Hey, I live my dream through you guys, so you guys need to let me/us know so we can look forward to what's next..lol. Dang, I can't believe Benjamin is 5 1/2 years old.😮 He is growing up way too fast. He is one sweet little boy. Both Benjamin and Samantha are lucky to have great parents, grandparents,aunts,uncles,and friends to be in their lives. They bring smiles to my face and to my heart.

With all those people, the rocks, the filtering systems, liner, all of it, I would consertively estimate that to be a $350k pond. And you know, it is worth every single penny. So happy for your family!!!

The best hour of my week is joining you two to recap the program from the previous week. Your happy personalities just give me a much needed and appreciated lift every time I tune in! 💞 What you give comes back!

Such an exciting time! Laura, you are never boring. So glad you and Aaron received this blessing. You guys have blessed so many! Have a restful Sunday. I have a feeling you will be lounging by that new pond. 💖💙💙💖

You mentioned the dahlias!! Just like your rose garden tour! Dahlia tour, lysanthus tour, ranunculus tour- pictures in garden and ways you can use them... arrangements and drying! These are things you have done, but honestly it is not redundant. ❤❤❤

Hats off to both Laura and Aaron. You both work professionally in everything. I love to watch both of together. You are such a lovely couple

MAybe a great way to thank Chris is to offer to help landscape another pond project and be part of the team that put in a pond for others?

This was a fun week watching the pond project! Fun watching the joy and excitement in your family …really happy for you!❤

What a week for you all! And a surprise for your viewers! Hubby already told me “don’t even think about a pond!”😊And now watching the after videos, so much more information! I love the idea of the decorative blue and black wheat!” And we all learned how to make wheat wreaths! Thank you all for the ultimate inspiration! There’s always time for another project!

I agree with all the comments about why you have over a million viewers. Don’t forget that all of these amazing people who came to build your pond have your huge following now seeing what awesome professionals they are and how a pond, even not one so huge, can be a reality for their yards/property. No doubt doing a collaboration like this is money and time spent making the trip a great investment for advertising for each company as well as the education and ideas shared between them.

Laura, ur channel is the best because u r humble, sincere & knowledgeable. Ur not pompous. U learn & admit ur learning. U admit ur mistakes, but ur the best at what u do....most ppl agree w this. Ur family is a blessing to us. Watch ur channel. Watch it EVERYDAY! THANK YOU FOR ALL U DO LAURA & AARON. ❤🫂🙏

Our Idaho Oasis Ponds also assisted of Meridian, Idaho. I spoke to the owner yesterday and he was happy to assist. We are one of his customers. He has a showroom with a pond displaying lovely Koi.

Love your channel immensely. I look forwaed to watching you everyday. I love gardening but am a novice at what i do. But since watching you I have become a better planter and more careful about the plants i choose to grow. You have taught me so much, so thank you! God has truly blessed you and Aaron with this business.

I hope we get to see the pond when everything has settled. Would love to see all the fish doing their thing and all the beautiful plants. Thank you for sharing with us.

You two are THE Best...and by that I mean, the moving gratitude for the people who helped create the pond for you. Thanks for being so thankful. I know that's "mooshey" but gosh don't we miss just human gratefulness? Yes. We do. Just that.

So awesome, the professionals did their thing and then you did yours. Teamwork to the max. Wonderful!

Loved this recap! I laughed when you said there were videos before the pond videos! Life before the pond?! Wait what?! What an amazing crew to come and work on installing the pond and plants! I loved watching all of it! ❤

Benjamin is so cute. I love seeing your family.

I know Brain! The best pond designer ... EVER!!!!

Not to worry! I think several people will be searching out these businesses (or other certified ones in their state) to create a pond. My current property would be ideal for this but sadly I will be moving. It is most definitely something on my bucket list and honestly something that will play into my search for a new home. I also have seen some bad ponds so I’d save my pennies to have it done right! Your pond is magical! ❤️

@51:08 you guys are on THE LIST because YOU'RE AWESOME AND WE LOVE YOU!!!! KEEP UP THE REMARKABLE WORK!

I agree with what everyone else is saying plus you guys NEVER touch politics. I can come to your channel and there is just gardening content with a little bit of cooking, a little bit of antiquing, and a little bit of family life. Just a lovely slice of your lives that you share with us. It’s so enjoyable to be a part of your friendship, albeit online.

RECAPS in front of POND!!! Absolutely Love everything about your beautiful pond! Great, artists, talented group you were So fortunate to have at your home to install this piece of Magic-Nature, now a big part of your property! 🌊 Congratulations!

It’s awesome that so many talented people volunteered their time. You are thanking them by posting their contact information - you have 1.8 million followers! The fact that you guys were so cool to work with just made it all the nicer for them. They received fantastic exposure from all of your followers! It is absolutely beautiful and will give you years of fun, relaxation and memories! A win win for all!

Laura, Aaron, and children, you are so blessed with this pond! It is beautiful!! I have a pond, started small and soon, bigger, then bigger!! Yours is absolutely amazing!😍😍 We too are blessed to see these great pros create this oasis in such a short time frame. Thank you so much for sharing ❤❤❤

It’s nice how humble and thankful you both are for the following on your channel, and that you were chosen for this pond installation collaboration. Personally I feel like I am being a part of the life of a friend and her family when I watch your channel. It is the highlight of my day along with some other channels such as Yulia and Linda Vater, you all have a way of speaking that makes people feel as if they are right there and you are just being your genuine selves. Thank you Laura and Aaron and family.

I find the lily guy amazing too! All the people who came were amazing.

Laura, I am with you on how you like to try things at least once. I look forward to seeing you process the wheat crop! Also be neat to see bread come out of it. Perhaps on the new new property this fall, you could always do a much larger patch of it for your own flour. ALSO..... next year, PLEASE grow a patch of your own popcorn! When my brothers & I were children, my mom had us plant, grow, harvest, strip the kernels and of course, pop and eat our own grown popcorn! We did the yellow popcorn and the whole learning process & experience is one of my most fondest & treasured memories as a small child. I think Benjamin & Samantha would find it an awesome experience as well. We had popcorn for a very long time lol.

This project was so interesting and exciting. It is so beautiful. So happy for you and your family!

Attitude reflects leadership. You and your family are very positive and uplifting. You steer clear of personal agendas and opinions on current events and stay focused on the tasks at hand. This is a safe space, so it makes sense that most of the comments are positive. My neighbor says, "No politics, religion, or commentary on people's children, and you'll always have friends." Im convinced she's a genius.

Just a teaching tip for left/right hand My left handed friend shared for teaching someone that’s right handed they sit across from one another, this way it’s kinda like looking in a mirror

I love when you can see humility ♥ It just grabs your heart and the tears start to surface. Thanks Laura and Aaron for being you ♥

I want to give a shout-out to Ken! I hope he sees this. I love his sense of humor and his funny, subtle additions to your videos! I always look forward to these surprises and replay those segments a few times. 🥰🤣

When I saw the guys carry the liner, I immediately hummed a bit of the 7 Dwarfs, oh he ho… Hopefully with 1.78 million viewers there are some pond lovers who will use the people who are just so awesome. I’d guess that’s in the back of their minds in choosing to volunteer for a widespread video. I have no ability to have anything like yours or even a tiny one but ohhh how wonderful to watch your joy in having a dream come true. Best of luck with this giant step in your beautiful home. ❤❤

For the person with the Closed Captioning question - It's not the video that was uncaptioned, it just wasn't captioned YET. I normally wait about 12 hours or so after an upload before watching. I find myself re-watching their videos all the time because I want to watch the video as soon as it comes out but I miss a BUNCH of information without the closed captioning. Happy to add to the view count 🙂

Good Morning! Laura and Aaron would you contemplate a pond build one year anniversary get together dinner with all the people who were there for the build? Would be wonderful to see them visiting again❤

We use first aid tape for theater mics. It keeps the mics in place during movement and costume changes.

This mornings recap was so nice...I found myself smiling soo many times....Loved the pond videos, looking forward to seeing all the seasons ....Kudos to ALL for a "job" well done!!!! You'll have enjoyment for years to come...what awesome memories for Benjamin & Samantha Grace....I can imagine the experiences your family will have there...happy for you!!! 💞

"I'll pray and ask if I can stop growing but He'll probably say no." 😂 ❤

Aaron U & Laura U Are Blessed God Has Blessed You're Channel It's Not Luck Have A Blessed Night

Haha- did you EVER imagine including yourself equally in a sentence along with Shaq!!! Love it. This week was incredible

What a fun week! I can’t imagine how exciting it will be learning about his new venture in pond life! It is already so beautiful & it will be amazing watching it evolve. So happy for you & your family!

$80k is so worth it. I could live in a tiny home by that pond and be perfectly happy till the day I leave this world. And about Benjamin. There was a time when I kept thinking, "Laura, are you guys ever going to start a family?" Here you are, two fine children growing big. We don't just love your gardening. We adore your family. And may I say anyone would adopt your very talented and super classic mom?!!

Good morning Laura and Aaron, from Windermere, Florida 9b I was on vacation while your pond was being installed. I watched every morning with anticipation. Wow! What a dream come true 👍 Happy Pond and Gardening ❤Peggy❤

Thoroughly enjoyed watching everything last week, amazing content & learnt a ton. You're right, definitely a high! But somehow watching Laura plant a shrub or pulling weeds is never boring... not sure I can say why! That's why you guys made 'the list ' 😋