Roots & Refuge Podcast

Roots & Refuge Podcast

Welcome to the new Roots and Refuge Podcast. We're so glad you're here, and we hope you'll stick around for a while. If you'd like early access to our podcast episodes, join our Patreon page.
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Answering Your Questions – Gardening Edition

There are so many questions when it comes to growing a garden, and answers can vary from location to location. It's my desire to hold the garden gate open for all people who have the desire to grow food. In this episode of the podcast, I'm sharing my gardening answers to your most frequently asked questions.

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The Importance of Community Sufficiency

The importance of community sufficiency has been laying heavily on my mind more now than ever before. Come hear my heart behind community sufficiency, why it's important, and how to foster it.

There's a lot more to watch right here!

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. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - 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 - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards - Our music is by our friend Daniel Smith: https://www.instagram.com/phillip_daniel_smith/ ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

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It doesnt have to be fancy (Tidy the Greenhouse & My Rose Bargain) | VLOG

8 hours ago

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. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - 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 - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

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I missed the birth. (our new calf) | VLOG

March 20, 2023 5:18 pm

Check out my friend Michael Ball's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@a.j.r_ball 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. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - 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 - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

57K views

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Make a Space You Love (Tips on Creating a Garden) | VLOG

March 18, 2023 9:01 am

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. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - 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 - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

42.6K views

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I thought my seedlings froze | VLOG

March 16, 2023 9:00 am

Ruffly: https://www.goruffly.com 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. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - 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 - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards -Our music is by our friend Daniel Smith: http://instagram.com/phillip_daniel_smith/ ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

74K views

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You gave me a GREAT idea! (High tunnel plans, seedling tips and mulch) | VLOG

March 14, 2023 6:57 pm

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. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - 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 - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

50K views

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You GO, Tiny Asparagus (and the bean test) | VLOG

March 8, 2023 3:58 pm

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. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - 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 - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

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Garden Progress (Seed starting with Ben) | VLOG

March 5, 2023 10:26 am

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. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - 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 - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

73.2K views

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A Garden takes time (work before the storm) | VLOG

March 2, 2023 4:00 pm

Today is the last day of the Greenstalk sale (use code Roots10 for additional discount): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk 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. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - 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 - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

57.7K views

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The Pollening (On Official Calf Watch) | VLOG

March 1, 2023 6:12 pm

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