Every 2 to 3 years, Amaryllis bulbs should be dug up and divided to keep them healthy and blooming beautifully. In this video, we’ll show you exactly how to divide Amaryllis bulbs step-by-step — from lifting them out of the soil to separating and replanting them for maximum growth. Learn the best time of year to divide your bulbs, how to prepare the soil, and tips for encouraging strong roots and vibrant flowers next season.
If you love Amaryllis or want to improve your garden’s performance, this guide will help your bulbs thrive year after year! ๐ธ
Also, here are some links to buy the bulbs now for a beautiful spring garden.
https://amzn.to/3LkOtJh (this is the one in the video)
https://amzn.to/3sYlunZ
https://amzn.to/3ECzkPK
๐Here are some more videos from my channel to help you with your landscape:
https://youtu.be/Ynp3RPCrSEc?si=RMjlGRL1aC0TgAnT
https://youtu.be/a0VF5dBchZU?si=M4kii7hEiU4RD9Si
https://youtu.be/7JwLggNZ03Q?si=u29pTu9tqA1u-ywc
https://youtu.be/VkTavKdZ3tw?si=WaGeRFT18gAjpqu7
https://youtu.be/Nq6fo0Oe3C8?si=I2t5LChzDibTRC-n
https://youtu.be/Essh0jb2yVc?si=v_TOnI7cY_ImdXVL
https://youtu.be/XpYBSz95Dc4?si=PX440qFLoxfdZfVq
https://youtu.be/-EKVZjVfvtc?si=mo_icR6Gf1gkyjUs
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
The 2 Minute Gardener
Here is the blog of Doug Kalal from Great Gardens Landscape Design. Use the search box to find lots of great ideas for your landscape.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Sunday, October 5, 2025
Video - Toja Grid Pergola Kit Review | Easy Modular Shade Structure for Any Back...
Looking for a modern and easy way to add shade to your backyard? ๐ฟ In this video, we review the Toja Grid Pergola Kit, a modular shade structure that comes in a wide range of sizes. Perfect for patios, decks, and outdoor living spaces, this kit makes building a pergola fast and simple — no complicated construction required!
Go to TojaGrid.com to see all the possible sizes. This video was shot in San Diego, California.
https://tojagrid.com/
Here are the links to other shade structure kits;
PURPLE LEAF LOUVERED KIT
https://amzn.to/3VoPdln
TRY TECH KIT
https://www.try-tech.com/
https://amzn.to/441aq72
YARDISTRY KIT
https://yardistrystructures.com/
https://amzn.to/4nlSmiu
OTHER WOOD KITS
https://amzn.to/3oZ4nRE
PATIO UMBRELLAS
https://amzn.to/4lah7Mz
https://amzn.to/4n2Ne2F
SHADE SAILS
https://amzn.to/4l5aTgU
https://amzn.to/4erVjtT
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Video - 20 Outdoor Hot Tub Ideas | Backyard Spa Designs You’ll Love
Ready to design your own backyard dream oasis? This video is packed with backyard pool ideas for creating the perfect outdoor living space. From stunning water features to creative landscaping, get inspired to design your swimming pools.
✨ Subscribe for more backyard design ideas, outdoor living inspiration, and landscaping tips to make your space both beautiful and functional!
Looking for more landscape ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3O6hclN
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
๐Here are some more videos from my channel to help you with your landscape:
https://youtu.be/xLqriAj-YII?si=V2C8CV-n_f40JI_J
https://youtu.be/DzseHs4xeZQ?si=y7CQJ3p-YtaFRWDz
https://youtu.be/jut5cyW18pU?si=UVzQFC6o28__rOiR
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
#HotTubIdeas #BackyardDesign #OutdoorLiving #BackyardInspiration #JacuzziIdeas #BackyardSpa #HotTubDesign
Friday, October 3, 2025
Video - Mulch Guide: Costs, Coverage & Benefits | Wood Mulch vs Rock Mulch Expla...
๐ฑ Mulch is the finishing touch every healthy garden needs! In this video, Doug explains why adding 3 inches of mulch helps control weeds, retain moisture, and insulate your soil.
We’ll compare wood mulch vs rock mulch—covering the benefits, cost, and coverage:
๐ฟ Wood mulch: $50–$90 per cubic yard (covers ~120 sq ft at 2–3 inches) but needs replacing every 2–4 years.
๐ชจ Rock mulch: $90–$400 per ton (covers ~100 sq ft) but lasts much longer without replacing.
If you’re planning your next garden project, this mulch guide will help you choose the best option for your yard.
๐ Like, comment, and subscribe for more gardening tips, landscaping advice, and backyard design ideas!
Mulch is an important final element of a healthy garden. 3 inches of mulch will help stop weeds, retain moisture and keep the soil insulated. 1 cubic yard of mulch will cover 120 square feet about 2-3 inches deep. Wood mulch will cost about $50 to $90 per cubic yard. Rock mulch will cost anywhere from $90 - $400 per ton (and will cover about 100 sq ft) but never need replacing whereas wood mulch will need replacing every 2-4 years.
๐Here are some more videos from my channel to help you with your landscape:
https://youtu.be/bcc4toaOo5g?si=KAPb_uBC6__VFJag
https://youtu.be/xLqriAj-YII?si=V2C8CV-n_f40JI_J
https://youtu.be/DzseHs4xeZQ?si=y7CQJ3p-YtaFRWDz
https://youtu.be/jut5cyW18pU?si=UVzQFC6o28__rOiR
https://youtu.be/OEud536RFU8?si=hKJomwXfBiB9xEPA
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Video - Colored Concrete Explained | How Concrete Gets Its Color & Control Joint...
This video explains how the colors are added to concrete driveways and how concrete joints are created to help prevent cracks. You'll learn different ways to design these joints, including angles and bands, which adds to the concrete construction. For more concrete ideas, check out the video and improve your outdoor design and landscape design for your driveway ideas.
You’ll also learn how control joints are made and why they are so important for preventing cracks and keeping your concrete looking great for years. Whether you’re planning a new slab or just curious about decorative concrete, this video will give you the insight you need!
Here are some books to give you more ideas on patios and driveways.
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
๐Here are some more videos from my channel to help you with your landscape:
https://youtu.be/Ynp3RPCrSEc?si=RMjlGRL1aC0TgAnT
https://youtu.be/7JwLggNZ03Q?si=u29pTu9tqA1u-ywc
https://youtu.be/Nq6fo0Oe3C8?si=I2t5LChzDibTRC-n
https://youtu.be/Essh0jb2yVc?si=v_TOnI7cY_ImdXVL
https://youtu.be/XpYBSz95Dc4?si=PX440qFLoxfdZfVq
https://youtu.be/-EKVZjVfvtc?si=mo_icR6Gf1gkyjUs
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Video - Backyard Shade Ideas | Pergolas, Shade Sails & Outdoor Living Inspiration
Summer is here, so check out these backyard ideas for creating some much-needed protective shade! From pergolas to shade sails, find inspiration for enhancing your outdoor living spaces. Whether you're looking for small shade garden ideas or something grander, this video has you covered.
This video covers the following types of shade structures;
Solid Top Wood,
Open Slat Wood,
Shade Sail,
Fabric Top Kits,
Large Umbrellas,
Solid Top Synthetic,
Open Slat Synthetic.
Here are the links to the kits in the video;
PURPLE LEAF LOUVERED KIT
https://amzn.to/3VoPdln
TRY TECH KIT
https://www.try-tech.com/
https://amzn.to/441aq72
YARDISTRY KIT
https://yardistrystructures.com/
https://amzn.to/4nlSmiu
TOJAGRID KIT
https://tojagrid.com/collections/single-pergola-kits
OTHER WOOD KITS
https://amzn.to/3oZ4nRE
PATIO UMBRELLAS
https://amzn.to/4lah7Mz
https://amzn.to/4n2Ne2F
SHADE SAILS
https://amzn.to/4l5aTgU
https://amzn.to/4erVjtT
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
๐Here are some more videos from my channel to help you with your landscape:
https://youtu.be/Ynp3RPCrSEc?si=RMjlGRL1aC0TgAnT
https://youtu.be/7JwLggNZ03Q?si=u29pTu9tqA1u-ywc
https://youtu.be/VkTavKdZ3tw?si=WaGeRFT18gAjpqu7
https://youtu.be/Nq6fo0Oe3C8?si=I2t5LChzDibTRC-n
https://youtu.be/Essh0jb2yVc?si=v_TOnI7cY_ImdXVL
https://youtu.be/XpYBSz95Dc4?si=PX440qFLoxfdZfVq
https://youtu.be/-EKVZjVfvtc?si=mo_icR6Gf1gkyjUs
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Video - Dry Stream Bed Ideas | How to Build a Beautiful & Functional Landscape F...
Dry stream beds are one of the most beautiful and practical landscaping features you can add to your yard. They act as a stunning focal point while also helping divert rainwater and control drainage naturally.
In this video, you’ll see several inspiring examples of dry stream beds and learn step-by-step how one is built — from shaping the bed to placing the rocks and finishing with plants. Whether you need a functional drainage solution or want to enhance your landscape design, this guide will help you create a dry creek bed that looks amazing year-round.
๐Here are some more videos from my channel to help you with your landscape:
https://youtu.be/bcc4toaOo5g?si=KAPb_uBC6__VFJag
https://youtu.be/xLqriAj-YII?si=V2C8CV-n_f40JI_J
https://youtu.be/DzseHs4xeZQ?si=y7CQJ3p-YtaFRWDz
https://youtu.be/jut5cyW18pU?si=UVzQFC6o28__rOiR
https://youtu.be/OEud536RFU8?si=hKJomwXfBiB9xEPA
Here are some of the cool rocks you see in the video;
https://amzn.to/3ATAHFc
https://amzn.to/3aMCgKE
https://amzn.to/3n65kCD
https://amzn.to/3BSM5T1
Here are some books to give you more ideas on patios.
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Thank you to Unique Landscaping for their assistance in this video.
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Video - Metal Frame Outdoor Kitchen Build | Stone Facade & Porcelain Tile Counte...
Creating an outdoor kitchen gives you lots of opportunities for design choices. Today's video will look at metal frame outdoor kitchen construction with a stone facade and a porcelain tile top.
Here are some books to give you more ideas on patios.
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Thank you to Unique Landscaping for their assistance in this video.
Here are the webpages of some of the vendors in the video;
https://bbqgrillsandislands.com/
https://www.msisurfaces.com/san-diego-countertop-showroom-distribution/
This video was shot in San Diego, California.
Here are some of the grills and accessories featured in this video;
https://amzn.to/31FjIL6
https://amzn.to/31yofiE
https://amzn.to/3xZEn8C
https://amzn.to/3Ise0gf
https://amzn.to/3GoMM8q
https://amzn.to/3pRoygP
https://amzn.to/3EyILOv
https://amzn.to/338DdfJ
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Video - How to Build a Curved Retaining Wall for a Stunning Brick Patio | DIY La...
Learn how to build a beautiful curved retaining wall to support a brand-new brick patio! In this step-by-step DIY landscaping guide, we cover everything from layout and digging to stacking and leveling your blocks. This project will completely transform your backyard and create the perfect space for outdoor living. Time for a backyard makeover! Watch as we build a paver patio, adding an amazing outdoor living space to the backyard design. This DIY project is a great way to add landscaping and home improvement value!
If you love backyard makeovers and hardscaping tips, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for more landscaping inspiration
Here are some links for cool demolition tools;
https://amzn.to/46qgSbT
https://amzn.to/46xOZ0b
https://amzn.to/4gxixzw
https://amzn.to/47PwJBK
https://amzn.to/47ZDh0R
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Video - How to Build Front Yard Paver Stairs | DIY Pathway & Landscaping Guide
Learn how to build beautiful front yard paver stairs step by step! ๐ก
In this video, we’ll show you how to create a durable and stylish pathway with paver steps – perfect for improving curb appeal and making your yard more functional.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
• How to measure and plan paver stairs
• The right base prep for a lasting install
• Step-by-step paver installation tips
• How to make your pathway safe and level
This is a great DIY landscaping project for homeowners looking to upgrade their front yard or garden design.
Thank you to Unique Landscaping for their help in this video. You can contact them at 760-855-3357 for more information about their landscape construction services.
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
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