Gardening

Gardening

Time to get those hands in the soil!
A woman sitting on a raised garden bed journalling.

The Simple Step

Truth is, there is an ever-raging battle in the depths of my heart. It is waged between two minds, one that wants simple and another that demands extraordinary.

A man and woman holding hands, sitting in rocking chairs.

Loving You is Like…

Loving you is like putting my feet in cool water on a blistering day. When the sun is sweltering and the world might just suffocate me, there you are, running over me, bringing relief in the humblest of ways.

Close up of a green tomato on the vine.

The Earth is Enough for Me to Know

the earth is enough, the rising of the sun, the seedling breaking through, the way my body bleeds to give life to generations, the earth is enough for me to know that you are good.

SEEDS

Everything you need to know! How to buy, pollinate and even save seeds. Jess walks through it all!

We spend lots of time in the Garden!

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Have you seen our new show Wilder Still yet? If you haven't, head over and sign up for Abundance Plus to see all our episodes - you get a FREE seven-day trial! https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still Check out our new blog here: https://rootsandrefuge.com And subscribe to our weekly email list so you're the first to hear about new blog posts, sticker launches, merch, and special giveaways! (We do monthly giveaways ONLY for our email subscribers!): https://rootsandrefuge.com/signup Have you ever worked hard gardening a home grown tomato just to be disappointed in flavor? Or maybe you've never successfully grown tomatoes at all. Today I'm giving you a crash course in tomato growing, from basic vocabulary to the science of flavor compounds, here's all I know about growing tomatoes for flavor. One of my favorite sources on the topic of enhancing flavor in your crops is this book: https://amzn.to/2KtlnG1 The Blacklight Flashlight we use for hunting Hornworms: https://amzn.to/2IDdn3k The tie tape I use to attach my plants to the trellis: https://amzn.to/2lGxd4J The Roo Apron (the gathering apron you see in many of my videos): https://amzn.to/2MAebbL My all-time favorite gathering basket (Gardeners Supply Hod): https://amzn.to/2lJrPha Want More Roots & Refuge? Check Out: Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarmfarm My Infrequently updated blog: www.thehodgepodgedarling.blogspot.com My Articles in Do South Magazine:http://dosouthmagazine.com/?s=jessica+sowards Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 You can check out our Amazon Wishlist: http://a.co/3LqNuiu ______________________________________________________ Want to Support Our Channel? Shop for our favorite things in our Amazon Storefront- support our channel at no additional cost to you!- https://www.amazon.com/shop/rootsandrefugefarm Greenstalk Planter: This is an affiliate link, use the code ROOTS10 to receive $10 off: http://lddy.no/6xhd If you would like to financially support our channel and farm, you can shop through our Amazon affiliate link, which will earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you here: https://amzn.to/2NcCBZ4 Also, sometimes I link Amazon Affiliate links in the description. Shopping from these links supports our channel with a small commission without any additional cost to you! So Thank you for using these links! If you would prefer to give directly to our channel, you can send PayPal here: https://www.paypal.me/jessicasowards Thank you so much for believing in us!

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How to Grow The Best Tomatoes | Gardening Tips and Tricks

June 29, 2018 1:41 pm

Have you seen our new show Wilder Still yet? If you haven't, head over and sign up for Abundance Plus to see all our episodes - you get a FREE seven-day trial! https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still Check out our new blog here: https://rootsandrefuge.com And subscribe to our weekly email list so you're the first to hear about new blog posts, sticker launches, merch, and special giveaways! (We do monthly giveaways ONLY for our email subscribers!): https://rootsandrefuge.com/signup Today, I'm sharing a quick and affordable project to help you grow your own salad greens all through the winter! Want More Roots & Refuge? Check Out: Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarmfarm My Infrequently updated blog: www.thehodgepodgedarling.blogspot.com My Articles in Do South Magazine:http://dosouthmagazine.com/?s=jessica+sowards Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 You can check out our Amazon Wishlist: http://a.co/3LqNuiu ______________________________________________________ Want to Support Our Channel? Shop for our favorite things in our Amazon Storefront- support our channel at no additional cost to you!- https://www.amazon.com/shop/rootsandrefugefarm Greenstalk Planter: This is an affiliate link, use the code ROOTS10 to receive $10 off: http://lddy.no/6xhd If you would like to financially support our channel and farm, you can shop through our Amazon affiliate link, which will earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you here: https://amzn.to/2NcCBZ4 Also, sometimes I link Amazon Affiliate links in the description. Shopping from these links supports our channel with a small commission without any additional cost to you! So Thank you for using these links! If you would prefer to give directly to our channel, you can send PayPal here: https://www.paypal.me/jessicasowards Thank you so much for believing in us!

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Grow Salad Greens All Winter For Less Than 20 Dollars | Gardening Tips | Roots and Refuge

October 27, 2018 12:24 pm

Have you seen our new show Wilder Still yet? If you haven't, head over and sign up for Abundance Plus to see all our episodes - you get a FREE seven-day trial! https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still Check out our new blog here: https://rootsandrefuge.com And subscribe to our weekly email list so you're the first to hear about new blog posts, sticker launches, merch, and special giveaways! (We do monthly giveaways ONLY for our email subscribers!): https://rootsandrefuge.com/signup So many people dismiss growing vertically in their garden assuming it isn't worth the cost or effort. Today I'm telling you, from my experience, the many benefits of vertical gardening, how to do it cheaply, and what you can grow! (Our 10,000 square foot garden is located in Central Arkansas, Zone 7b) Want More Roots & Refuge? Check Out: Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarmfarm My Infrequently updated blog: www.thehodgepodgedarling.blogspot.com My Articles in Do South Magazine:http://dosouthmagazine.com/?s=jessica+sowards Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 You can check out our Amazon Wishlist: http://a.co/3LqNuiu ______________________________________________________ Want to Support Our Channel? Shop for our favorite things in our Amazon Storefront- support our channel at no additional cost to you!- https://www.amazon.com/shop/rootsandrefugefarm Greenstalk Planter: This is an affiliate link, use the code ROOTS10 to receive $10 off: http://lddy.no/6xhd If you would like to financially support our channel and farm, you can shop through our Amazon affiliate link, which will earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you here: https://amzn.to/2NcCBZ4 Also, sometimes I link Amazon Affiliate links in the description. Shopping from these links supports our channel with a small commission without any additional cost to you! So Thank you for using these links! If you would prefer to give directly to our channel, you can send PayPal here: https://www.paypal.me/jessicasowards Thank you so much for believing in us!

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A Complete Guide to Vertical Gardening (On A Budget!) | Growing Food Made Simple

July 8, 2018 7:43 pm

Have you seen our new show Wilder Still yet? If you haven't, head over and sign up for Abundance Plus to see all our episodes - you get a FREE seven-day trial! https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still Check out our new blog here: https://rootsandrefuge.com And subscribe to our weekly email list so you're the first to hear about new blog posts, sticker launches, merch, and special giveaways! (We do monthly giveaways ONLY for our email subscribers!): https://rootsandrefuge.com/signup We get asked all the time about our arched trellises. Today we are showing you how to build them and what we grow on them! They are a wonderful way to add function and beauty to your garden. Want More Roots & Refuge? Check Out: Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarmfarm My Infrequently updated blog: www.thehodgepodgedarling.blogspot.com My Articles in Do South Magazine:http://dosouthmagazine.com/?s=jessica+sowards Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 You can check out our Amazon Wishlist: http://a.co/3LqNuiu ______________________________________________________ Want to Support Our Channel? Shop for our favorite things in our Amazon Storefront- support our channel at no additional cost to you!- https://www.amazon.com/shop/rootsandrefugefarm Greenstalk Planter: This is an affiliate link, use the code ROOTS10 to receive $10 off: http://lddy.no/6xhd If you would like to financially support our channel and farm, you can shop through our Amazon affiliate link, which will earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you here: https://amzn.to/2NcCBZ4 Also, sometimes I link Amazon Affiliate links in the description. Shopping from these links supports our channel with a small commission without any additional cost to you! So Thank you for using these links! If you would prefer to give directly to our channel, you can send PayPal here: https://www.paypal.me/jessicasowards Thank you so much for believing in us!

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How to Build An Arched Trellis for 30 Dollars | Vertical Gardening

June 28, 2018 12:29 am

Have you seen our new show Wilder Still yet? If you haven't, head over and sign up for Abundance Plus to see all our episodes - you get a FREE seven-day trial! https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still Check out our new blog here: https://rootsandrefuge.com And subscribe to our weekly email list so you're the first to hear about new blog posts, sticker launches, merch, and special giveaways! (We do monthly giveaways ONLY for our email subscribers!): https://rootsandrefuge.com/signup How to Grow the Best Tomatoes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMlxoBuqObA&t=1001s Want More Roots & Refuge? Check Out: Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarmfarm My Infrequently updated blog: www.thehodgepodgedarling.blogspot.com My Articles in Do South Magazine:http://dosouthmagazine.com/?s=jessica+sowards Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 To Shop from our Amazon Wishlist: http://a.co/3LqNuiu ______________________________________________________ Want to Support Our Channel? Shop for our favorite things in our Amazon Storefront- support our channel at no additional cost to you!- https://www.amazon.com/shop/rootsandrefugefarm Greenstalk Planter: This is an affiliate link, use the code ROOTS10 to receive $10 off: http://lddy.no/6xhd If you would like to financially support our channel and farm, you can shop through our Amazon affiliate link, which will earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you here: https://amzn.to/2NcCBZ4 Also, sometimes I link Amazon Affiliate links in the description. Shopping from these links supports our channel with a small commission without any additional cost to you! So Thank you for using these links! If you would prefer to give directly to our channel, you can send PayPal here: https://www.paypal.me/jessicasowards Thank you so much for believing in us!

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How to Plant Tomatoes the Best Way | Gardening Advice and Tips | Roots and Refuge Farm

April 23, 2019 2:57 pm

Now is the perfect time to get some carrot seeds in the ground! Carrots are one of the more difficult things to grow in the home garden because germination can be tricky. Today I'm sharing a simple trick that helps with the germination of carrots every time! For the full written instructions, visit the blog post here: https://rootsandrefuge.com/how-to-plant-carrot-seeds Have you seen our new show Wilder Still yet? If you haven't, head over and sign up for Abundance Plus to see all our episodes - you get a FREE seven-day trial! https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still And subscribe to our weekly email list so you're the first to hear about new blog posts, sticker launches, merch, and special giveaways! (We do monthly giveaways ONLY for our email subscribers!): https://rootsandrefuge.com/signup Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarmfarm My Infrequently updated blog: www.thehodgepodgedarling.blogspot.com My Articles in Do South Magazine:http://dosouthmagazine.com/?s=jessica+sowards Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share ______________________________________________________ Want to Support Our Channel? Shop for our favorite things in our Amazon Storefront- support our channel at no additional cost to you!- https://www.amazon.com/shop/rootsandrefugefarm Greenstalk Planter: This is an affiliate link, use the code ROOTS10 to receive $10 off: http://lddy.no/6xhd If you would like to financially support our channel and farm, you can shop through our Amazon affiliate link, which will earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you here: https://amzn.to/2NcCBZ4 Also, sometimes I link Amazon Affiliate links in the description. Shopping from these links supports our channel with a small commission without any additional cost to you! So Thank you for using these links!

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How to Sow Carrots Seeds (The simple trick to good germination every time!) | Gardening Tips

February 20, 2020 11:06 am

Have you seen our new show Wilder Still yet? If you haven't, head over and sign up for Abundance Plus to see all our episodes - you get a FREE seven-day trial! https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still For more tips and tricks, visit the blog post here: https://rootsandrefuge.com/how-to-prune-tomato-plants And subscribe to our weekly email list so you're the first to hear about new blog posts, sticker launches, merch, and special giveaways! (We do monthly giveaways ONLY for our email subscribers!): https://rootsandrefuge.com/signup Today I'm showing how to prune tomato plants to encourage health of the plant. The pruners I'm using here: https://amzn.to/2YkdclO To Send Us Something from our Amazon Wishlist: http://a.co/3LqNuiu Want More Roots & Refuge? Check Out: Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarmfarm My Infrequently updated blog: www.thehodgepodgedarling.blogspot.com My Articles in Do South Magazine:http://dosouthmagazine.com/?s=jessica+sowards Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 ______________________________________________________ Want to Support Our Channel? Shop for our favorite things in our Amazon Storefront- support our channel at no additional cost to you!- https://www.amazon.com/shop/rootsandrefugefarm Greenstalk Planter: This is an affiliate link, use the code ROOTS10 to receive $10 off: http://lddy.no/6xhd Become a Wholesale member with an Essential Oils Kit: https://doterra.me/RjF77gV1 To Learn More About Joining my Essential Oil Team: jessicasowardsoils@gmail.com If you would like to financially support our channel and farm, you can shop through our Amazon affiliate link, which will earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you here: https://amzn.to/2NcCBZ4 Also, sometimes I link Amazon Affiliate links in the description. Shopping from these links supports our channel with a small commission without any additional cost to you! So Thank you for using these links! If you would prefer to give directly to our channel, you can send PayPal here: https://www.paypal.me/jessicasowards Thank you so much for believing in us! #howtoprunetomatoes #pruning #tomatoes

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How to Prune Tomatoes for MAXIMUM yield (and Other Tomato Tips) | Roots and Refuge Farm

May 10, 2019 12:36 pm

Have you seen our new show Wilder Still yet? If you haven't, head over and sign up for Abundance Plus to see all our episodes - you get a FREE seven-day trial! https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still Check out how to build this DIY kiddie pool raised garden bed in this blog post here: https://rootsandrefuge.com/cheap-raised-garden-bed And subscribe to our weekly email list so you're the first to hear about new blog posts, sticker launches, merch, and special giveaways! (We do monthly giveaways ONLY for our email subscribers!): https://rootsandrefuge.com/signup Grow Bags on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2XEhDHV The Vertical Planters behind me are from Greenstalk: Greenstalk Planter: This is an affiliate link, use the code ROOTS10 to receive $10 off: http://lddy.no/6xhd The Kiddie Pool I used in this video was from Walmart Want More Roots & Refuge? Check Out: Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarmfarm My Infrequently updated blog: www.thehodgepodgedarling.blogspot.com My Articles in Do South Magazine:http://dosouthmagazine.com/?s=jessica+sowards Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 ______________________________________________________ Want to Support Our Channel? Shop for our favorite things in our Amazon Storefront- support our channel at no additional cost to you!- https://www.amazon.com/shop/rootsandrefugefarm To Send us a gift from our Amazon Wishlist: http://a.co/3LqNuiu If you would like to financially support our channel and farm, you can shop through our Amazon affiliate link, which will earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you here: https://amzn.to/2NcCBZ4 Also, sometimes I link Amazon Affiliate links in the description. Shopping from these links supports our channel with a small commission without any additional cost to you! So Thank you for using these links! If you would prefer to give directly to our channel, you can send PayPal here: https://www.paypal.me/jessicasowards Thank you so much for believing in us!

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$7 Kiddie Pool Raised Garden Bed | CHEAP Container Garden Ideas | Roots and Refuge

April 24, 2019 11:32 am

Today I'm sharing my must grow garden varieties. MIGardener: https://migardener.com/jess. (Coupon code JESS10) Botanical Interests Seed Store: https://shrsl.com/2e0yd Hoss Tools Seeds:https://shrsl.com/2r2b3 Hudson Valley Seed Co: https://hudsonvalleyseed.com/ Wild Boar Farm: https://wildboarfarms.com/ Fruition Seeds: https://www.fruitionseeds.com/ Baker Creek: https://www.rareseeds.com/ Buy stickers from our shop: https://www.rootsandrefuge.com/shop Preorder my book: https://amzn.to/393lzZZ Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arootsandrefuge/ Our website: https://www.rootsandrefuge.com Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share ______________________________________________________ Want to Support Our Channel? Shop for our favorite things in our Amazon Storefront- support our channel at no additional cost to you!- https://www.amazon.com/shop/rootsandrefugefarm To buy my favorite locally roasted coffee: https://bluesail.coffee/discount/JESSICASOWARDS Use code JESSICASOWARDS for 10% off! Greenstalk Planter: This is an affiliate link, use the code ROOTS10 to receive $10 off: http://lddy.no/6xhd If you would like to financially support our channel and farm, you can shop through our Amazon affiliate link, which will earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you here: https://amzn.to/2NcCBZ4 Also, sometimes I link Amazon Affiliate links in the description. Shopping from these links supports our channel with a small commission without any additional cost to you! So Thank you for using these links! Jills channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9XMVRRXIT-eFqJ2rBK0q9w Buy stickers from our shop: https://www.rootsandrefuge.com/shop Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arootsandrefuge/ Our website: https://www.rootsandrefuge.com Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share ______________________________________________________ Want to Support Our Channel? Shop for our favorite things in our Amazon Storefront- support our channel at no additional cost to you!- https://www.amazon.com/shop/rootsandrefugefarm To buy my favorite locally roasted coffee: https://bluesail.coffee/discount/JESSICASOWARDS Use code JESSICASOWARDS for 10% off! Greenstalk Planter: This is an affiliate link, use the code ROOTS10 to receive $10 off: http://lddy.no/6xhd If you would like to financially support our channel and farm, you can shop through our Amazon affiliate link, which will earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you here: https://amzn.to/2NcCBZ4 Also, sometimes I link Amazon Affiliate links in the description. Shopping from these links supports our channel with a small commission without any additional cost to you! So Thank you for using these links!

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My MUST GROW Garden Varieties (And what I do with them) | HEIRLOOM GARDENING

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