The unexpected riches I found in their gardens

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  • Опубліковано 25 кві 2024
  • The true story behind of my UA-cam channel, accompanied by the visual snippets of the exceptional gardens of Western New York Hosta Society members.
    I am Jay, I ask strangers if I can see their gardens. New video on Fridays. This video is part of the " Can I see your garden? " series:
    • Can I see your garden?
    #garden #outdoorliving #art #plants #diy #home #lifestyle #homedecor #decoration #gardening #gardendesign #gardener #perennial #travel #travelvlog #travelphotography #walkingtour #walkaround #relaxing #relax #nature #naturelovers

КОМЕНТАРІ • 83

  • @margievaughan2456
    @margievaughan2456 2 місяці тому +25

    What a wonderful & thoughtful reason for doing a utube channel & thanks to you & all the wonderful gardeners we’re all able to enjoy their love for gardening & your ability to capture it all. Thank you so much for sharing the beauty with us all.

  • @racheallewis2437
    @racheallewis2437 2 місяці тому +16

    That comment brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing all the beauty and knowledge of the gardens with us. Thank you to to everyone that shares their garden with us!

  • @amandalwayman4046
    @amandalwayman4046 2 місяці тому +17

    The other week I was watching one of your videos and I told my husband that your videos are magical because your kindness comes through each one. You take the time to recognize the gardeners and the unique intricacies in each garden. You don’t just see the garden, you see the gardener and make each one feel special. That is a gift and I am so thankful that you share your gift with gardeners far and wide. I look forward to your videos every week and watch many of them multiple times 😊. Thank you for sharing your story!

  • @reddog40
    @reddog40 2 місяці тому +13

    Oh Jay how humbling! this touches my heart deeply, what a beautiful thing to do during a time our country and world about us changed, and yet these garden tours bring something of tranquility, inspiration and beauty.You are a amazing guy Thank you for touching so many lives.🕊️💚🌹

  • @cathymccall9846
    @cathymccall9846 2 місяці тому +7

    Gardens touch a part of us deep in our spirits put there by our creator. Besides His love ...the garden was our first gift. Thank you Jay and all those who know and are willing to share their gifts with the whole of humanity.

  • @beverlysmith9854
    @beverlysmith9854 2 місяці тому +8

    Thank You for sharing these beautiful gardens! I would love to see your beautiful garden again.❤

  • @fireflyrocks1
    @fireflyrocks1 2 місяці тому +9

    All of us who garden , create landscapes, are grateful for the videos you make, sharing these beautiful gardens.. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

  • @Holly_at_gypsyhollergardens
    @Holly_at_gypsyhollergardens 2 місяці тому +15

    Somehow, the intention behind the video has made the gardens even more beautiful 💙 thank you for sharing the generosity of your heart and inspiring so many 💙🌿

  • @lianeabeyta4515
    @lianeabeyta4515 2 місяці тому +16

    I cannot begin to tell you what a peaceful, serene experience you give us. I have a very small garden and courtyard, but enjoy gardening in every square inch. I love seeing these amazing spaces and gardeners with such passion. It really does inspire me, in my humble surroundings to strive for beauty, not perfection. Thank you so much.

  • @apainterlyhome
    @apainterlyhome 2 місяці тому +15

    And we all benefit from your effort, Jay. Thank you for enriching our lives. I do a little gardening in NW lower Michigan where the winters are long. Your videos keep me going on cold, dark days.

  • @NancyFarrar-ik1cq
    @NancyFarrar-ik1cq 2 місяці тому +7

    Thank you so much Jay and all the generous gardeners sharing their gardens.

  • @julianhernandez9272
    @julianhernandez9272 2 місяці тому +17

    What an amazing, noble and meaningful mission you have Jay! Awesome video as always, we all support you 1000%!!! 👍

  • @user-rq2bu1xq9e
    @user-rq2bu1xq9e 2 місяці тому +6

    Jay, this is the most beautiful story. Bravo sir, bravo.

  • @oneidaandino6677
    @oneidaandino6677 2 місяці тому +5

    Thank you Jay for that beautiful and inspiring history. Now, you’ve make me appreciate the garden from another perspective; Your Hart ❤. Thank you again. Blessings

  • @LinhDang-wl3ku
    @LinhDang-wl3ku 2 місяці тому +12

    I am glad to discover your channel. And hope you will travel further, explore and share more beautiful gardens.

  • @PeggyMills
    @PeggyMills 2 місяці тому +11

    Oh my, Jay. I am so glad you shared your story. It definitely touched a chord within me, a chord which resonates with the beautiful simplicity of God’s world. I live in the mountains of SE Kentucky. I have only been to New York once in my life on a sort of bucket list trip. We visited the expected sites, but still I was able to enjoy garden plantings whether we were in Central Park or on Ellis Island. Your videos open the “gates” of these gardens that most of us would otherwise not be able to see. I so appreciate hearing the whispers in the gardens that you so lovingly present.

    • @reddog40
      @reddog40 2 місяці тому +1

      🕊️💚

  • @lorirober2536
    @lorirober2536 2 місяці тому +8

    ❤❤❤ I love your channel. Thank you so much for your hard work in filming and presenting these beautiful gardens.

  • @greensage395
    @greensage395 2 місяці тому +4

    I am in Tears! Such a Compliment you are, Jay! Thank you!

  • @lynnpurse
    @lynnpurse 2 місяці тому +3

    I love your story Jay, sometimes the best things happen in an unexpected way! Thank you for sharing these beautiful gardens, your videos lift my spirits every Friday and you are doing such a wonderful service to gardeners everywhere through inspiration and hope.

  • @elaineteut9579
    @elaineteut9579 2 місяці тому +4

    Thank you Jay for the hard work you put into visiting and filming each of these wonderful gardens. Gardeners work their magic in so many fabulous ways. I love them all.

  • @marilynmourdock3688
    @marilynmourdock3688 2 місяці тому +1

    We can help out Jay by sharing his videos with our friends and family.

  • @monicagilson819
    @monicagilson819 2 місяці тому +1

    ❤❤❤

  • @Milah_Renee
    @Milah_Renee 2 місяці тому +6

    I’m so glad I found your channel! Many thanks to you and the gardeners! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @nancygross9141
    @nancygross9141 2 місяці тому +4

    Thank you for sharing your interesting story. I have always loved “in person” garden tours but also enjoy these great videos

  • @kimberleedenevi1207
    @kimberleedenevi1207 2 місяці тому +2

    Always look forward to videos!

  • @zoeecho6549
    @zoeecho6549 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you. I filmed my dad's garden shortly after his death. I believe that though I was still in shock at his loss, my grieving process began as I walked through his garden. Now that the season has changed, I'm glad I recorded the garden in its full glory.

  • @lalaydade3364
    @lalaydade3364 2 місяці тому +1

    I can't express how much peace and joy each video brings me! I usually watch first thing in the morning as part of my meditation practice. Your calming voice, gentle spirit, friendly personality and knowledge for plants make each video a treat! Thank you Jay for gifting the world a peek into these beautiful secret gardens and thank you to each gardener that has been gracious to share their works of art.

  • @bethryan4394
    @bethryan4394 2 місяці тому +1

    Your channel is a shining jewel of beauty, peace,and hope in a chaotic and troubled world. I love your photography and your loving and grateful spirit and personality shines through as you showcase these amazing gardens. Keep it up my friend. We need this to fill our souls. Well done!!!

  • @elliesgarden1243
    @elliesgarden1243 Місяць тому +2

    Thank you for your time,energy and knowledge to share these beautiful gardens with us.

  • @darlenencambria
    @darlenencambria 2 місяці тому +1

    As a gardener in coastal central California I am In envy of the beautiful gardens in western New York State. I wished we’d get have the rain you do. All the garden are so beautiful. Jay, Thank you for sharing your love of gardening🧡🌻

  • @susandavidson3610
    @susandavidson3610 2 місяці тому +1

    As an aspiring gardener your videos inspire me. I love seeing the beautiful gardens you film. Please continue your selfless work ❤

  • @MK-wm6gu
    @MK-wm6gu 2 місяці тому +2

    What a beautiful tribute to all the gardeners and gardens you film. Thank you for sharing these stunning videos and for all the time and effort you donate so everyone else can experience the wonder of the gardens-and their creators-in Western New York.

  • @weedygardenerukweedygarden6981
    @weedygardenerukweedygarden6981 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for sharing your story - wonderful video.

  • @kathleenjacobs9815
    @kathleenjacobs9815 2 місяці тому

    Thank you so much! I’m so happy to have found your channel. I found it while recovering from surgery, and spending my time in lovely gardens is rewarding, and joyful. Thank you.

  • @beckyogas0619
    @beckyogas0619 2 місяці тому

    Absolutely beautiful! The way you speak is so kind, romantic and genuine. You need to write a book.

  • @GardeningFeedingCookingFolk
    @GardeningFeedingCookingFolk Місяць тому +1

    Wow khu công viên hoa rực rỡ sắc màu .

  • @mamalovesthebeach437
    @mamalovesthebeach437 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing your story about how you began your channel. I am thrilled to have found you! 15 years ago we downsized from 5 1/2 acres of gardens to a postage stamp size garden. These tiny gardens can be magical as well. I live in a top tourist destination along the northern California coast. I can’t tell you how many people stop their cars in the middle of the street to photograph my garden or if I’m in the garden, ask me about specific plants or opinions and thoughts on garden designs. My husband is a certified arborist. He’s been in business over 40 years climbing 200+ foot trees and trimming 2 foot tall trees. Scaling down has had me hyperfocus on what I want to achieve in a small space. I would love to see other small gardens. Thank you so much for sharing your love and joy of gardening with those of us who do as well.❤

  • @margaretflynn1288
    @margaretflynn1288 2 місяці тому

    I enjoyed hearing the story behind your UA-cam channel, while you took us to one beautiful garden after another. I am so grateful to you and the gardeners who have allowed us a look into these serene, peaceful, and inspiring spaces. I hope you will be able to continue to post these weekly visits. I often view the video with your commentary and lovely music, then turn off the audio and watch the video again, as if I am walking through the spaces myself. Such an opportunity for reflection and meditation! Thank you!🙏 ❤

  • @ddhqj2023
    @ddhqj2023 2 місяці тому +2

    You do beautiful videos and I love that you focus on the garden and not the gardeners. I don't want to hear about how they pick plants so much as I just want to admire the plants and their plant companions.

  • @yellowowl
    @yellowowl 2 місяці тому +3

    Recent subscriber here. I live in the area and very much enjoy your videos with many gorgeous gardens of people in WNY!

  • @todayinthegarden
    @todayinthegarden 2 місяці тому +1

    Jay, I really think your channel is going to be huge! Your videos are amazing and the gardens that you have shared with us are the most beautiful I have ever seen!. Your hard work, heart, sensitivity and passion is going to take you far. Thank you for what you do! You make us dream and inspire us.

  • @cathytalaske6255
    @cathytalaske6255 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for the story behind your videos. I have so very much enjoyed watching them. You do a wonderful job of showing the beautiful gardens,

  • @jeane561
    @jeane561 2 місяці тому

    Jay I loved hearing how and why you started your UA-cam channel. Your reason is so wonderful. I’m so glad you did. I have loved seeing your garden and all the others you have visited. It’s always an inspiration to me to keep gardening. Love and blessings 💚🩷💛🩷💚

  • @1114ilias
    @1114ilias 2 місяці тому +1

    Very well documented. I love your videos and it brings me so much joy and inspiration. Keep up that hard work and enjoy what you are doing.

  • @benettemcneill984
    @benettemcneill984 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for the gardens you share. Yes, you can see my garden.

  • @Ontariogardenlady
    @Ontariogardenlady 2 місяці тому

    Jay thank you so much for sharing all that you do! You do it so beautifully and respectfully. Keep up the great work we all appreciate you and the gardeners 🫶🏻🌷🌸

  • @molliewatson3998
    @molliewatson3998 2 місяці тому

    I appreciate your videos and the gardens they feature with heartfelt joy. I've been encouraged to continue my own modest garden. Thank you for your kindness and thank you to all of those who garden with love and thoughtful planning and their willingness to share the beauty.

  • @shadedfromreality
    @shadedfromreality Місяць тому

    This is beautiful Jay. Your voice is so calming and magical. Just love, love, love your channel and your story! I love that you give back. Thank you for sharing your time and these gardens with all of us!

  • @urchinsushi2041
    @urchinsushi2041 2 місяці тому

    🌸🙏🌸

  • @NatiF324
    @NatiF324 2 місяці тому

    Warmest thoughts and much gratitude to you Jay and to all the gardeners who share the beauty and peace that a garden can bring! And by doing this with so much gentleness and love, you inspire and encourage us in such an unique way... Millions of thanks from southeastern Europe!

  • @louettagrace267
    @louettagrace267 2 місяці тому

    As someone who is not able to travel or walk very much, the garden visits are so much appreciated. I look forward to seeing them and want to say what a good job that you have done. I know that sometimes the open gardens support a cause. I am sure that if you note and link the charity (or those suggested by the garden iwners), then maybe some online donations would be made by viewers. Thanks again for the beautiful strolls threough the garden!

  • @denisecoviello5619
    @denisecoviello5619 2 місяці тому

    Quite Simply,
    Thank You.
    🌿💚🌱

  • @dianecouch4815
    @dianecouch4815 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for what you do! I enjoy your channel.♥

  • @cherylgardner1579
    @cherylgardner1579 2 місяці тому

    I’ve enjoyed many of your garden visits Jay, they are so calming and lovely to watch.

  • @cq4804
    @cq4804 2 місяці тому

    We discovered your channel a couple months ago and have looked forward to watching every Friday since. Thank you for sharing the beautiful gardens around your part of the country. You're a treasure to gardeners around you.

  • @annaa.7554
    @annaa.7554 2 місяці тому

    Jay, I've been watching since your first video and subscribed right away. Your channel is my favorite gardening channel, and I look forward to your video every week. The gardens you feature are some of the most beautiful and peaceful I have seen, and your description of them is so poetic. Thank you for bringing us such great inspiration. I garden in Zone 10a, Southern California.

  • @lindylou3519
    @lindylou3519 2 місяці тому

    I knew your channel was special Jay.❤

  • @GDSavingThePast
    @GDSavingThePast 2 місяці тому

    Great to hear your story of how this all came to be. You have certainly presented some incredible gardens since you started. You should be proud of what you have accomplished not only for yourself but for each of those gardeners as well.
    Thanks for sharing.

  • @LindasFlowersandVegetablesGard
    @LindasFlowersandVegetablesGard 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for all your sharing! all the gardens in your videos are beautiful !

  • @CatGardenAdventuresDiaries
    @CatGardenAdventuresDiaries 2 місяці тому

    Thanks so much for sharing your story. It is very true, I may never get a chance to visit these beautiful gardens in person, but appreciate the fact that I get to see them through your channel. Thank you for sharing them! ❤🙏

  • @audramacbeth2969
    @audramacbeth2969 2 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for your beautiful videos. I always love seeing them.

  • @emit8242
    @emit8242 22 дні тому

    Respect for you and for the Gardeners and thsnk you for letting uns know that beauty....🙏🏼

  • @FluffyFace-mj3ro
    @FluffyFace-mj3ro 2 місяці тому

    I'm so glad you do this, thank you so much for taking us on these garden visits, they are truly a balm for the heart.

  • @zenrockgardens
    @zenrockgardens 2 місяці тому

    Stunning inspiration here. I am now thinking of sharing my garden online. Spectacular.

  • @VickieDevlaeminck
    @VickieDevlaeminck 2 місяці тому

    Love your videos! Thank you for sharing with us how your channel came about, Jay.

  • @amyjones2490
    @amyjones2490 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing this message with us and thank you for sharing these lovely gardens with us. I especially enjoy that these gardens are all in the same growing zone as I am, so the ideas shared are very relatable.

  • @nana_mcstuffing5030
    @nana_mcstuffing5030 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for all that you do , I very much appreciate your videos 💚💚

  • @Freedom38814
    @Freedom38814 2 місяці тому

    Great Job Jay

  • @jessicaeiss2541
    @jessicaeiss2541 2 місяці тому

    I don't know how recently I found you, but it's probably been in the last month or so. I live in central NY, and absolutely love watching your videos, and really enjoy your calming voice overs, or conversations with the gardeners. Living in a similar climate zone, I can see how other's pair plantings. I too have a large garden, but really wish I had more tree coverage in my village plot. I hope you'll continue and your channel grows, to help support your work. Thank you and to the gardeners for allowin you in their private space!

  • @mitzi605
    @mitzi605 2 місяці тому

    Lovely

  • @myrahclemens1983
    @myrahclemens1983 2 місяці тому

    Beautiful story

  • @pjhac1
    @pjhac1 2 місяці тому

    I just found your wonderful channel. Thank you for all you do. I am a western New Yorker , actually, N Buffalo. Your content brings me much inspiration.

  • @dallywilliams6606
    @dallywilliams6606 2 місяці тому

    Beautiful. Thank you for sharing ❤

  • @claudiaguadron3877
    @claudiaguadron3877 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for all the beautiful and hard work you do❤

  • @janiegolden5338
    @janiegolden5338 Місяць тому

    Thank you so much for sharing!

  • @5262janna
    @5262janna 2 місяці тому

    What a lovely video. I wish you much success in attracting many more viewers .

  • @mariamendez3690
    @mariamendez3690 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for your valuable mission, beautiful video as always, love and respect your work. Thamks for sharing nature!!!❤❤

  • @charlottesesco8795
    @charlottesesco8795 2 місяці тому

    This was beautifully done thank you

  • @esthersnell2357
    @esthersnell2357 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for your vulnerability & also the vulnerability of all the gardners you visit

  • @samajier2566
    @samajier2566 2 місяці тому

    So beautiful..........

  • @justmakenoise-ww6yq
    @justmakenoise-ww6yq 2 місяці тому

    hello from austria/europe :-)

  • @Julia29853
    @Julia29853 Місяць тому

    Breathtaking! I love gardening, but some garden channels are, well boring 🥱. Useful but you see the same garden over and over. You know how to film and create a peaceful and glorious experience.