Planting the Exotic African Melon Revealed a Surprising Fact About Me
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- Опубліковано 9 лют 2019
- Growing Exotic African Melon, or Kiwano, made me learn more about my own origins. Support the channel by buying art: www.etsy.com/shop/SiloeOliveira I love to grow exotic wild fruit in my organic garden to experience new tastes and connect to distant cultures. In this first episode of the new season of Suburban Homestead I embark on a journey of discovery I I attempt to grow African Melon in my own garden. What I discovered about my own DNA surprised me.
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This is worthy of putting it up on Netflix as a paid for documentary!
Huw, I really appreciate that! It means a lot. We have to do a collab sometime for sure.
Also your videos are like National Geographic channel quality like we need to get you your own television show put it on animal planet or discovery channel . What an Icon
Thanks that means a lot
I thought the same.
I was thinking the same just a few minutes in. Awesome job!
Amazing quality, personality and content. I wish we had you as a neighbor.
Subscribed 👍🏿
I agree, high quality.
Wow! What a beautiful, culturally rich, diverse and educational video! Amazing job I thoroughly enjoyed this! Thank you!
I appreciate this very much. Thank you for taking time to watch my musings.
suburban homestead No. Thank you for taking time to create such a musing piece. And...thanks for the reply.😊
I concur and couldn't have said it better. Wow!
Celeste's Nest 😊
and why isn’t he a on big TV? this is beyond just a youtube video. So informative and full of sensitive but masterfully handled topics. I know you post rarely but man it’s so worth waiting for. Thank you for encouraging us to try new tastes. Much respect from Turkey 🇹🇷
Thank you! It is humbling to hear I'm being watched even in Turkey.
@@suburbanhomestead I like the way you made the movie. And an interesting story. I'm from Ukraine.
@@LyudmilaSto stay safe, love and support from Australia 🇦🇺 💜
From little spikey melon seeds to the bigger human race. You gave us a condensed taste of our cultures, painful past and hopeful view of our life journeys. I'm beyond moved.
I’m elated to know the video had an impact on you.
Well said. Thank you for all your effort on this video. You obviously put a lot of time and love into it.
Thank you. And I have to say, I was really enjoying each moment doing this video.
I agree he did that video beautifully!
The most artistic garden video maker on UA-cam. Love your videos.
Thanks! That is a great compliment
@@suburbanhomestead Hands down you are. I really appreciate the creativity and information in your videos. Very well done Siloe keep up the great work
This is an astonishingly beautiful video. Thank you for sharing your creativity and culture with us.
Thank you
Yes. Amazing free content that I would pay for.
You have proven one again my friend, That you are with out a doubt...One of the best content creators on you tube. Thank you so much for the time and effort that you put into every single post. And I will share links with as many people as I possibly can.
Thank you Michael for the kind words and for sharing the links
God, your cinematography and sense of pacing and artistic eye is absolutely stunning. From the clever censorship of brand names, to the use of the lidded bowl as a transitional element, every aspect of this video is art. thank you for the time and energy put into this, and for making truly beautiful gardening-focused videos!
You deserve a grammy for this alone
I appreciate that, man.
Yesssss my fave gardener is BACKK I can’t tell if the little moving pictures during the story telling part of your video are actually moving cutouts in real life (because the transitions between each scene were smoooooth) or is it animated online
Thanks. Glad to be back. The cutouts were animated digitally
Nice to see you, Siloe. This is such an inspirational video on many levels. Very creative, and i feel your love of plants as well as of people. Thanks for sharing your talents and hard work.
NOW I need to get busy choosing this year's seeds!
Thank you! February is a great month of gardening expetation.
You're back!!! Super LOVE your vlogs😍 it's been raining here in Cali, but I have a front flower bed that I'm itching to plant in. Just have to wait for the weather to be a little better. But you are true inspiration, I really appreciate it! ! Love the alien melon🍃🌱🍃
Thank you! Hopefully the weather gets better soon
Your work is beautiful and it truly unveils the grace of nature. It’s always a joy to see what will grow and how you intertwine the plants story with humanity and life is enriching and encouraging!
Thanks for the kind words
I'm speechless, with tears in my eyes. A beautiful, touching and personal film. I always love your films. Obrigado.
Muito obrigado! It means a lot to hear that Aaron!
My husband radomly came home from the store with a kiwano today (for the first time, we don't really do exotic fruit in Finland 😛) and I just shouted "Siloe hasn't uploaded anything in like forever and he just put up this amazing video about those!" Probably scared the living daylights out of him but it was such a crazy coincidence! 😂 And then I had to watch your video again because this is just fabulous and so touching ❤
That is awesome. Hope they tasted interesting.
I just ordered the same seeds in Jan. & now I'm even more excited to grow them. The way you couple gardening with animation & interesting life reflections is truly a talent. The video could be subtitled "Melons & Melanin". 😊👍🏽
That is a great title: Of melons and melanin. Hope you get your to fruit bountifully
ahaahaha! melons & melanin!!!!!
I have binge watched almost all your videos this past month and loved every single one of them. this one was truly exceptional. Thank you for sharing your stories, reflections, and artistic talent with us!
Thanks Rachael. I’m happy to hear you enjoy the channel.
This is PBS award winning type of content.
Great video, Siloé!
And there are much more to be analysed, considering DNA. The portuguese and spanish people themselves also have a porcentage of North African DNA, even before the slavery period, due to moorish invasion in Iberic Peninsula that lasted from 711 ad to 1492 ad (omiad caliphate and Al-Andalus). That period is much longer than the colonization of the americas. In the end, we are all brothers and sisters.
That is very true.
true
Losing had never been so magnificent ! And when I say 'lose' I just mean that the kiwano hasn't grown to full maturity. Siloe... you did it again. It's a beautiful video with form and substance beautifully intertwined. Thanks and greetings from France
As the Brazilian proverb says: he who doesn’t have a dog, hunts with a cat. ;-)
Thank you for this! Your videos always put a smile on my face! And this one was just masterfully done!
Thank you. I really appreciate it
Every time you post a new video, I grow. I look so forward to your incredibly worthwhile content. Thank you.
Thanks
Great to see and listen to that most interesting Video.Siloé
Great to see you here Patrick. It is always nice to read your comments.
I just tried the Kiwano today, and in trying to search for tips on growing it from the seed, stumbled across your video. This is one of the best videos I've seen on UA-cam, so informative, your decor and home is so wonderfully rustic, and it really touches the heart. Love the message about how we are all one human race and race is more sociological than genetic.
I’m glad you liked it
Thank you for sowing some light and heat in an otherwise freezing winter!
I hope we can get to spring soon.
Ye kiwano mujhe chahiye kese milega Delhi se
Beautiful production. I would love to be able to interview you for Wild Roots podcast sometime.
We'll have to try that. Send me an email to seedofchoice@gmail.com
I have seen those melons in a few ethnic markets in the past. Next time I'll have to try one out And save the seeds
I’ll also have to try one
Love your videos! It's especially important to remind ourselves of how colonialism has corrupted the world and is still impacting it to this day. I don't see many people speak about such issues, so I was pleasantly surprised when you started talking about it in the video. Keep up the good work!
Thank you! There is much that we still need to learn (and unlearn) as humanity to truly treat each others as the siblings we really are.
dawnbleu sj A search may reveal decolonization movements in your locale...
Your videos are always worth to wait for them, no matter how long. You deserve so much more attention, greetings from Germany.
I appreciate the attention you have given it.
Loved the video! The quality was excellent as always, and really amazing information. I wanna know more!
Thanks Jeff! I appreciate it.
I will never unsubscribe your content! How exciting to see a new video notification from "suburban homestead" :D Thank you, once again, for amazing content !!!
I may not post too often, but I hope to only post meaningful content.
@@suburbanhomestead you nailed it! I really appreciate the quality of this video, and your outlooks. It's rare to find people who can connect as many elements in their outlooks and opinions. Your sense of history, nature, and our connections with "life" in general will always interest and inspire me as a viewer. I will always wonder how you came about this person that you appear to be...
I left this video feeling intellectually fulfilled with a sharpened sense of connection... how often can that be said? Truly, thank you
That was a truly inspiring comment for me! Thanks for the kind words.
Why has someone not offered you a television deal?! Your videos are a visual feast. Full of magic and whimsy while imparting facts. I appreciate all the planning, patience and preparation you put into each one. I came across your channel a few days ago and have been watching several each evening after working all day in my own garden. Great job! You are a treasure! Karen
Thanks Karen, I appreciate that. I’m glad you have enjoyed the videos. I suppose TV is just not what it used to be anymore. More and more I see TV personalities having to migrate to UA-cam. It is just that UA-cam still is the most effective way of directly communicating to people.
Fantastic video! Thank you for a great history lesson about Brazil.
Thank you. I hope it captured your attention.
Thanks for the upload, the melon brought back memories, In my country we call it magaka (wild cucumber) it's mostly planted between the maize and pumpkins. Thanks again
It’s great to hear that! Thanks
The quality and creativity of your videos is really inspiring!
Thanks!
You are truly unique in your contributions to the online world of gardening, self-sufficiency and more. Thank you for what you do Siloe, and may you keep blessing us with your creative musings.
I loved the self-portrait @ 12:39.
Thanks Joe. It means a lot to hear that.
Great video. Glad you're back.
Glad to have you watching
People like you are a breath of fresh air in this world.
I appreciate that.
I cant say enough about the quality and content of your videos.Please keep them coming.
Thank you. I’m glad you appreciate the effort put into this
You my friend are an artist in all things. Blessings. :-)
Thanks
This is fantastic! I was wondering if maybe you would be open to sharing a little insight into your content creation. I want to tie poetry and homesteading together but I am having so much trouble! You created a bridge between history and gardening! That’s awesome and I would love to learn more from you!
This video is so wonderful! The editing, the small parts of animation, and your b-roll with clear narration really brought it all together. Thank you so much for sharing your passion with us!
Thank you! I usually work in a rather intuitive inductive way. The overall story and structure come to me as I’m recording and later editing.
Wow, this episode was really informative, educational and touched on a lot of topics. I am an avid amateur gardener always trying new heirlooms and trying to grow as many interesting plants as possible. Though I don't have much optimism for it this year, my super exotic I want to grow is Naranjilla, from the Andes. Even if I don't get to pick anything, just the growing experience is fun and may help me better prepare for the next year. Ive had the Kiwano Melon on one occasion myself, but after learning so much I wouldn't mind trying it again after my newfound appreciation for the fruit. Keep up the gardening, Siloe.
Thanks friend. I’ll have to look into the naranjilla
What a brilliant production! Siloe, I am a South African. I too have mixed blood.
I’ve missed your work, I don’t know where I disappeared off to. Your story telling builds an emotional connection I’ve not seen any gardener UA-camr do.
wow Siloe, your videos are always phenomenal but this one was even more impressive. loved it as i do all of them. Thank you for sharing your personal background as well. this was so extremely well done. i LOVE when i see your vids pop up in my feed....ps, what an AMAZING armchair you have 2:37. it's gorgeous!
I’m elated to hear that. Thanks. I got that awesome Victorian chair for 15 dollars. I just had to fix one of the broken arms
@@suburbanhomestead i know you are busy & if i remember correctly, you said in a previous video you have a full time day job aside from this channel so I don't want to add more to your plate......but... i was wondering if you would consider doing a "quick" video on, tips for planning out your gardening season (even a top 3)? I am new to gardening & last year i feel like i didn't get much out of my yard/gardens because i didn't have a game plan & didn't really think about the time things need to grow & plant accordingly. Anyone can tell from your videos they cannot be 'quick' to put together as you put so much thought, care & attention into them...however would you consider just a sit down & talk to the camera about this topic? (perhaps in that chair ;) ). Thank you again for your videos. such a pleasure to watch them....i wonder how bratty Mr. Groundhog will be this year ;)
Deer & Raven.... if you punch his picture at the start of the video it will show you all his videos...... you don't have to wait for his videos to pop up.
Bravo Siloe! I'm glad you're back.
Thanks. Glad to be back
Amazing. Thanks for the education.
I was so moved by this video which is not only visually stunning but extremely thought provoking and poignant. You are such an amazing artist, teacher and storyteller.
I was born in Guyana, and this really got to me because of our country’s proximity to Brazil. There were whispers of Portuguese heritage in our family, but it was not something that was openly talked about. My grandfather looked like a Portuguese man, while his brothers and sisters did not. There were rumors of my great grandmother’s affair with a prominent Portuguese businessman. Yet my grandfather never acknowledged these whispers and did not claim to be anything other than black. This story has taken me down an emotional rabbit hole has made me want to learn more about my mother’s roots. Thanks Siloe, as usual your videos are so much more than just how-to’s.
Such a good video!!! Can't wait till the next one!
Beautiful. Thank you so much.
You are welcome
The quality of your cinematography and information contained in this video are beyond normal. Thank you for making this video and other videos. You’re great artist.
I subscribed because of this video. Excellent work!
Beautifully Diverse. Thank You.
Thank you too!
‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️ Welcome Back ‼️‼️‼️‼️. I just literally researched your pea experiment this morning wondering where you've been. Thanks for posting! Oh BTW, love the new song in the pea video.
Thank you! I appreciate that you have not forgotten the channel :-)
Awesome
Awesome video. Thank you!
This was wonderful!!
Simply amazing!
Excellent!!!
I Love your videos. I love your peaceful,educational, relaxing and inspiring videos. I homeschool my little one and today we joyfully enjoyed your videos. Thank You.
Public and Homeschooling Parents would love these as well. We also love to grow plants in our sunroom and in hydroponics. We also plant in our outdoor garden. We are also in MD but nearer to the ocean. Please continue your lovely videos.
Amazing doco. Thank you
A beautiful video. Thank you
This video is exceptional! Thank you for your work and dedication, we all appreciate it. The deep topics you touch on and personal perspective with which you share elevate this video to whole new levels of informative entertainment. Keep it up, we can’t wait to see what comes next!
What outstanding, lovely work! Bravo
Thank you
Your videos are getting more enchanting as time goes by. Thank you for adding a humanistic element to gardening.🖤
Glad you liked this one. I needed to talk about more than tomato and kale in times like these.
These videos are amazing. Thanks for taking the time to make them.
Missed you 😁
Thanks for hanging in there!
@@suburbanhomestead No, thank you for coming back and coming back with something amazing, as well as something historically accurate and deep.
This is great, thank you. You are such an insperation!
Wonderful!
Many thanks!
Your production is doing so well. Please keep making. Thank you.
Thank you
You are a rock star..literally meaning just that! Where have you been hiding? Im so grateful i found you and this channel. I hope youre still making videos it looks like im 3 years late.
A great post. Thank you.
YOu are welcome
What an amazing video. This is such high quality. Thank you!!
This video is fantastic and beautiful! Thank you.
Thank you for such a wonderful video. Deeply appreciated as always.
Thank you Steph!
you should make a movie about a botanist that embark on a journey to find mythical seed around the world.
That would be fun. Maybe even a kids book.
Oh I love that idea, I concur 100%.
New video! Yes!! Will watch it later after my chores are done. Thank you for blessing us!
Hope you enjoy this one
I appreciate all of the thought and hard work you put into this video. Bravo!
Thanks Eric for your continued support
This is like opening a plain cardboard box at Christmas only to find a jewel encrusted treasure trove of history and art ( love the theatre within the wooden box)....and philosophy and sociology and science! You are a Master educator! Bravo!! I want to journey with you through theses videos as long as you make them. MOST ORIGINAL CHANNEL ON YOU TUBE
Reading this means a lot to me. Thank you for taking time to share your response. I hope you like the videos to come. Next year I’m thinking of making some more in-depth videos in this style.
The quality and dedication and just time put into this video amazes me, I was just looking for a growing guide on kiwano but came across this video and watched till the end. Amazing video and super informative thank you
WowThanks for such a wonderful video! I love your work!
I love love love your videos!! Thank you so much!
Siloe, this is a truly wonderful video. Thank you for sharing your story! You really are one the best creators here on UA-cam.
I am waiting on my DNA results now. I can't wait to see my genetic ancestry, as I have nearly no idea what it is...
Thanks Enoch for the great compliment.
Simply amazing video from start to finish. 💫💫💫💞
I started watching for the gardening how ever having a history degree, l was twice blessed. As a seeker of wisdom and truth, I am grateful. I only recently discovered you. Please continue.
Wow. Thanks for this episode.
Thank you Jonita for watching.
You have a global view on things and you make the unique and deep connections that we need to undersand better the world and ourselves. You are gifted. Thank you for sharing yourself with the world.
I'm watching this video for the 2nd time and must give you Kudos for tying in the history of the slave trade in Brazil with the seed education of the African melon. You must be a professor. You do an amazing job educating people and you're using your platform wisely. Thank you my brother.
I really appreciate the effort you put into your videos. I love the history and culture you provide as well as the animation and illustrations you provid.
An aesthetic and informative video, as always. Thank you!
You are welcome
Siloé you did it again! This was such a great video and your transparency was admirable. Also I find it very interesting that you attempted to grow this fruit in particular, because I just recently tried it myself. It taste great mixed with greek plain yogurt and honey. If you ever get a chance to try it, let me know what you think.
Thank you JaMera. I hope to get to try it one day
Everybody should see this video. Absolutely fascinating. Thank you for sharing.❤
Hmm. I so so so enjoyed watching this.
Amazing thanks for sharing
You are welcome!
i really love this video and appreciate all your thoughtful and well researched work 🌿
I love the history that you added here, thank you!❤️
This was a beautifully made video - the story, the narration, it more than made up for the fact that we did not get to see the African melon fruit :)
This is your best video yet. Thank you for all the research and subsequent information you provided.