My Mom's Garden | VLOG

The church yard sale where my mom will have a table selling plants is at
First Christian Church of Sherwood
2803 E Kiehl Ave, Sherwood, AR 72120
7am-1pm Saturday June 3. (If rain, will be rescheduled to June 10)
Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm
Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile.
There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart - to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here.
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[@MultiProudMother]

There might be nothing, quite as beautiful as hearing a mother and daughter laugh together. (The plastic knife markers: brilliant. I can’t believe I haven’t thought of this yet because I have a ton of them)

[@kathymc234]

I can't imagine what that is like...

[@yolandaj3187]

❤ your mom's sweet spirit and how the two of you interact with each other. I used plastic forks and spoons to mark my plants as well. I really enjoyed this

[@southernladywithmanyhats7428]

I like the knife idea to!

[@margaretspillyard3970]

I have used the plastic knifes as markers, but the permanent marker always washed off. I see where you get your beautiful smile.

[@brookesusanne8390]

Oh my goodness...this had me in tears this morning. Your mom and her garden reminds me SO much of my own, whom I lost suddenly in Sept of 2021. She used to call it, "puttering in the garden", or what I called deadheading, and tending to the potted plants. I have several of her old plants some of which are almost 50 years old. Thank you for this video, I felt like my Mom was right here with me. What a magical way to start my day.

[@suemcknight9051]

Your mom & the salt shaker in the tomato pot was hilarious….made even funnier when she she added “it overwintered in here!! 😂🤣. Makes one wonder, as good as she is at making old plants “new” , if she can make that salt shaker reproduce itself? So funny 😍. She’s a true garden wizard…& had to be a huge inspiration to you growing up ❤

[@mattandbarbhartt2860]

This is precious! Your mom is adorable and her love of gardening is evident! Thanks for sharing her with us! ❤️

[@jessicakennedy9376]

Yes I love videos with her mom!

[@michelewhite1150]

Your mum is precious and I see where your passion for gardening and life comes from xx

[@mainenanabear9746]

Your Moms garden is AMAZING. She needs to do a youtube channel herself. So much info and knowledge between the two of you, its incredible!

[@peacefullife4624]

Oh wow ! I love the knife idea as a marker !! Often times we have extra plastic knives from party disposable utensils boxes and we don’t have a use for it ! This is a great idea !😊thank you mom !! ❤🥰

[@EnvironmentalCoffeehouse]

Great idea!

[@maryellenwilson6075]

💨💨❤

[@choose_joy7950]

I’m definitely sharing this idea ❤

[@teresaellis895]

I cared for a lady who was in upper 90s.She had a philadandrian plant she got at her husband's funeral 30 some years ago.Her hubby and my dad were school buddies..played ball together.I got a start off it and it's doing great.I think it's amazing how a plant can bring memories of people gone so long ago.

[@BradfordHomestead]

Reminds me of the garden tours my dad used to take me on. He’s been gone 10 years, and I am carrying his love of the garden with me-

[@kristicornwell6852]

I play your videos for my dogs when they're panicked from fireworks & thunder storms when they hide in the closet. ❤

[@lorraineesposito1017]

Her love language is definitely sharing plants with people and its so sweet. You mom is so adorable ❤❤❤

[@katjo0812]

Aaww..nice to see the lady that raised you! Good job Mom!!

[@maryellenwilson6075]

💨❤️ Thank you!

[@kayconover6281]

When you both said "until next time" at the end my heart melted ❤

[@jackcsaffell5641]

Some people learn how to be gardeners. When God saw how much gratitude was in your Mom's life he said "this beautiful woman was made to be a gardener." God bless the sale this weekend.

[@Aubrey.strawbrey444]

Your mom is so sweet

[@agooddaytogrow238]

I love it! I also use plastic knives for tags and I use my carrot tops for soups. I love y'all's closeness ❤ Have a blessed day. Safe travels

[@bryanschmidt2938]

Such a mom move leaving the videos playing. ❤😊😂 Thanks for the smiles this morning.

[@KatherineWalden]

Well, I could literally smell the rich soil of that beautiful container garden that your mum has created over decades. What a treasure! I missed her garden tours after you guys moved so it was a pleasure today.

[@rayyoung7780]

OK now I understand you a lot more. You are like your mom in so many ways. She is a treasure. Thanks for sharing.

[@GARDENSTATEGARDENER]

I loved this with your mom. Almost made me cry with all the joy you share

[@bethpotts-mee8730]

I love your Mom's garden. Her plants are not minor players she knows what they are and how they came to be. The root to the Alocasia was not grown overnight, she is patient & faithful to the plan. Impressive! Also, she runs on Turbo so much energy! Nice to see her again!

[@ramonajolley1966]

Oh you look like you mom!! I miss my mom gardening, but she is still with me watching. She's no longer able to help. Thank you for sharing! Take care .

[@lustraveller717]

Your mom is so pretty and has a good heart. She loves to propagate just like me. It was good to see her garden.

[@juststeph6940]

This blog warms my heart. I’m very close to my mom and every time I visit we go through her garden.

[@sydneykasmar]

What a treat to be in your Mom's garden. She has a great way with plants especially tropicals. Loved seeing the first growth and leaves on the Plumerias.

[@lifewithlois7262]

Your mom is a beautiful sweet woman you are truly blessed 🙏

[@growingstrongrootsSummerWest]

Oh WHAT A DOUBLE BLESSING to see you two in the garden together. I’m watching from the front porch at my mamas in south Arkansas. SOMEONE must have thought we needed a good walk through the garden with our mamas. 🥰 LOVE YOU BOTH and always KEEPING YOU IN MY PRAYERS. ASKING GOD TO KEEP YOU SURROUNDED WITH ANGELS ON YOUR JOURNEY WHEREVER YOUR FEET MAY BE. 🥰🙏🙏🙏💚🦋

[@lauraquigley6403]

Love seeing your mom’s garden. She is wonderful & beautiful!🙏🙏🙏

[@KILO-uv2wi]

Love all your moms pots! I haven’t started anything yet besides herbs. Been just stuck in what to plant this year. All her pots to tomatoes and peppers give me inspiration to get started.

[@NanaSuze77]

Well, now we know where you got your love of plants!

[@fromgardentopantrywithjell1326]

I had an overabundance of cheap crappy plastic spoons that I used for a few years. It always makes me smile when I see my spoon markers in my neighbors gardens!

[@FieldsOfGold149]

Good to see mums agin and grin!🫑🍇🍓🍋🥭🍐🍑🍅🧄🍆🍍🥑🥑🕊 Wonderful video always enjoy seeing your mom! Thanks for the informative video especially about the Allocatia plant(spelling ?🤷‍♀️ I can’t even imagine having a plant 😅for thirty years ….that’s amazing , a true lover of plants. You certainly get your determination to succeed from your mother.😊

[@beeswan9775]

It thrills me to see another gardener with so much in pots and containers as I do. I have a postage stamp-sized garden and have it loaded. Thank you to your Mama for her garden tour.

[@YarmouthBotanicals]

Love to see Mom! Your accents are identical. Precious! Cherish every moment; I miss mine everyday-20 years this month.

[@debbiep7419]

Well it's obvious the apple tree didn't fall far from the seed. So nice to see what a wonderful visit/garden tour you had with your mom!

[@mariezafonte6473]

Loved seeing you with Mom in her garden this morning, it's been a while. I throw out so many plastic knives, great use of them. So many plants and vegetables. With having a patio garden I forget that it's ok to plant 1 or 2 of an item. We don't need a whole row.

[@lono9416]

I love that it's a container garden and there is so much beauty! Really cool!

[@MissBetsyLu]

Me too. Switching back to containers. Many blessings everyone.

[@stephaniespringer9735]

I see where you get your love of gardening! The tomato does not fall far from the plant!😀

[@kerrytoby7041]

,I especially clicked on my mom's garden cause I love to see that generational connection and an appreciation for gardens and life !

[@alicecilva4534]

Thank you for showing Mom’s garden! I love the monsteras! I think I’m going to get one this year! ❤

[@debrasaints3809]

Lovely Lady Jess! God bless you both! ❤️

[@lynhyslop6933]

I see where you get your excitement and enthusiasm for plants. 😊

[@JM-rc5fw]

She is just the most remarkable lady- I love all the details- such a whimsical garden at every corner! Thank you for welcoming us into your garden and passing that green thumb to Jess! I don't think any of us would be here if not for her!

[@maryellenwilson6075]

💨❤️

[@rainwaterrefugehomestead2267]

The salt shaker is great 😂😂😂

[@ceciliamcbride8717]

Love seeing your mom and her garden love the idea with the plastic knives as markers

[@gail7998]

Loved this video! What a sweet mom!!! Wishing her many more years of gardening!

[@maryellenwilson6075]

❤

[@AnnieandCC]

“It’s not real. It’s just for cuteness…”. Quote of the day. So fun.

[@donnaingle391]

Love her garden!

[@mneraasen224]

Thank for showing us all of your lovely plants Mom!

[@chantalban6628]

Lots of lessons learned from your sweet mother

[@lynnb7511]

Awe your Mom is so tiny and pretty!! I love her garden, what a great way to garden! Just Beautiful!!

[@emptynestgardens9057]

2 wonderful smiling faces to have my coffee with this morning. You have your momma's smile for sure.

[@cathykillion6544]

Enjoyed seeing your mom’s garden

[@patriciaserdahl5577]

Aww your momma is so sweet you have her smile Jess 😊 the knife marker is brilliant idea n loved the salt shaker her gardens look wonderful

[@growjoyfullyhomestead]

How lovely! Hi mom!❤

[@amyharris7337]

Your mom is a jewel! The apple doesn't fall far from the tree. What a treasure trove of wisdom. I'd love to hear a longer convo with her on the podcast!

[@debinbc]

Love love love your moms garden thank you for showing it to use 🙏💕🥰 enjoy your visit 😉🥰

[@amoore0713]

So glad you got to see your mom! She seems like the sweetest person and she definitely just taught me a thing or two about plants!!

[@janemosherpage2748]

Delightful to see your Mom in her garden. Thanks for the tour.

[@jackielittle4498]

Your Mom is so cute. Now we know where you get your love for plants.

[@irmafernandez2887]

Another wonderful vlog with your mom. Her garden is lush and well cared for. It is obvious you have a loving relationship with your mom.❤

[@yvonnedavid91]

I love the plant marker. Such a treat to see your mom on the youtube again.

[@lisalink6976]

As always your mom’s garden is a treasure trove! I could spend hours walking around it with her. Be blessed!

[@TandBKount]

Talk about a green thumb in any circumstance!!! Wow! :-) She's done a terrific job! I love seeing all the big leafed plants and floored at the log of a tree. Glad she had a chair to spare. Super cool.

[@KCallaAK]

I LOVE your mom! And enjoy watching you enjoy the garden together! 💓

[@lifewithlois7262]

Happy Friday 🦋 Good Morning to you both 🦋🌹🦋

[@radmilamiljanic5977]

Oh, yes, we remember her, she is the Wizard of Plants:)))

[@SG-vu4qy]

that was so awesome to meet your Mom. God bless you both.

[@Seasoncromwell]

"It's in two pieces but it's livin'" Me when I got sober lol 😅 There are so many preachable moments in your vids

[@phillipb1723]

Your mom seems like a delightful lady! Thanks for sharing her with us! God bless!

[@coletteware1853]

Oh, how precious to see mother and daughter crazy plant ladies. LOL:) So sweet!!!!

[@sandyflores2656]

This was so sweet. Reminds me of my grandma who we joke could put a stick in the ground and the next day it would be a tree. I'm looking to grow 2 things that remind me of her this year - a Rose of Sharon hibiscus (hers was so old it was no longer a shrub but a tree!) and a Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow plant.

[@hollowacres]

Thank you, Jess's Mom, for sharing your garden. Your plants look amazing and you know so much! I hope you sell out this weekend!

[@kathleendodds5309]

Nice to meet your mom and find out where your love of gardening comes from.

[@samanthahoos9827]

Mom is awesome! ❤

[@dianesanborn6952]

What a treat to visit with your mom. She is very pretty and she must have taught you well because you are such a good gardener.

[@caseydoodlegirlartforte2569]

Fun fact, oxalis is edible! There are a few different types, the tuberosa variety makes a a larger root like a tuber that is edible and some countries grow it for that reason. The leaves, stems and flowers of the smaller varieties (often called wood sorrel) are usually consumed and they have a tangy sweet taste. I imagine they would go well in a cup of tea! I haven’t harvested enough yet to try it though.

[@myrnaedmisten599]

Wow…. Your mama is a passionate gardener. And knows her stuff! Fun to see you together.

[@louisaholman3838]

Your mother is sweet. I love that you share plants together.

[@kburkes4245]

Aww ❤. Thanks for sharing your mom with us. Such a sweet lady and it's obvious from where you got your green thumb 👍

[@teinahenderson4182]

Aww 🥰 fun time with momma ❤

[@vivianweissmann217]

Awww, it's so nice to see your lovely mom again; it's been a long while. I love that she puts your videos on for her pets while she's gone. Thank you for sharing Jess; take care.

Hi, Jess's Mom! Your GreenStalks are doing well. 🙂 Oh, so many lovely plants. I enjoyed this!

[@mamatriedhomestead8598]

Squirrels are the bane of my existence. They eat every single peach, apple and persimmon that grow on our young trees. They also dig up my freshly planted seeds. 😡 And I don't know about Arkansas squirrels but these Georgia squirrels will eat spicy peppers. I've come out to peppers half eaten, strewn all over the yard. Jalapeños, pablano, lemon and even habanero. They are relentless. (And also too fast for my 12 year old shadow pup to catch. She tries a dozen times a day though lol) Mama's container garden looks amazing! I've been branching off into that direction a lil more every year because, I ain't getting no younger lol. Wishing y'all both abundance this summer. Much love!

[@milesfrandsen8280]

We had a friend in Chicago who had a squirrel in their nut tree. He would trap it and take it 5 miles away, and it would be back a few days later. He knew it was the same squirrel because he spray painted the tail with red paint. He had to take it 15 miles away. lol, love ya, Patty

[@natashacoetzee5489]

So much to learn from your mom Jess ❤ just love her passion for gardening

[@PatrickPoet]

Your mum is the best

[@lorismith2484]

It's clear to see where you get your passion for gardening from! Love this!

[@Dee.C]

I love your mom's garden . So full and lush . WOW!

[@antonianovoa6416]

Your Mom is a Master in her garden! Love it! you need to drag her to NC! imagine what you two would do together!

[@denaliprincess]

Oxalis or wood sorrel tastes wonderful in salads in teas too! It has a lovely lemon flavor to it and it's loaded with vitamin C. 🥰

[@RuthAnnnMorris]

Wow Jess, I see where you got the garden bug of love! There is so much there in your Mom’s garden that I didn’t know you could grow in a pot. I think I might try some of the tomatoes, peppers and other plants in Greenstalk planters and big pots. I love your mom’s garden!!!

[@WendFisch]

So sweet to see you and your mom.

[@missouribroad978]

She is such a sweet soul! I learned quite a bit from the video!

[@rubygamboa6090]

I just lost my mother to cancer on yesterday and this video just brought joy to my heart. My mother loved her plants and we recently made “gardening” our thing. ❤ I purchased a green stalk for her last year so I was essentially introducing vegetables to her garden. I’m going to forever miss moments like this with her but this was a lovely video Jess.❤

[@jeas4980]

I'm so sorry for your loss and glad you have pleasant moments to look back on.

[@aprilmathews7195]

Love to see Mom's garden. Seeing her container garden is wonderful and very different from your planted gardens. You show a variety of ways to grow on your channel. One of the best things is hearing Mom talk about her garden and what she's growing. She has the same kind of excitement as you do when you talk about yours. The excitement is infectious and a definite motivator for all of us watching. Thanks to both of you for my daily dose of garden motivation. BTW, your Mom is so sweet.

[@charlenefrancisfrancis1733]

Your Mom has a gorgeous garden

[@kimberlyearly8918]

Really awesome garden! It's amazing how much she can grow just in pots! I can see where you get your love of gardening from. I bless you! Until next time! 😘

[@louiseswart1315]

My mom is still propagating geraniums and pelargoniums and selling them at the local market with other plants she starts at the age of 86. I am so proud of her.

[@susanrichards4844]

Wow you look so much like your Mom! She is simply lovely. 💕💕💕💕💕

[@gailpoirier1857]

Always love seeing your Mom, she's probably around my age ? 71 maybe. Looks like she keeps her exalent shape working out in the garden. Awesome. Love and Blessings to you both . Gail Vancouver B.C