August Preserving Guide: Canning, Fermenting, and Freezing Tips
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August Preserving Guide: Canning, Fermenting, and Freezing Tips

August is a fantastic time to get our harvest preserved. We’ve been busy in the garden, and now it’s time to make sure all that goodness lasts. This august preserving guide is all about making the most of our bounty, whether we’re canning, fermenting, or freezing. We want to share some of our favorite ways…

5 Clever Ways to Use Collected Rainwater on Your Homestead
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5 Clever Ways to Use Collected Rainwater on Your Homestead

We’ve all seen it, right? That moment when the skies open up and the rain starts pouring down. Instead of just watching it, we thought, why not put that water to good use on our homestead? Collecting rainwater is a pretty smart move, not just for saving money, but for the environment too. It’s amazing…

Zone 7 October Gardening Checklist: Garlic, Cover Crops, and Cleanup
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Zone 7 October Gardening Checklist: Garlic, Cover Crops, and Cleanup

October in Zone 7 is a busy time for us gardeners. We’re wrapping up the last bits of the growing season while also getting a head start on next year. It feels like a mix of saying goodbye to summer crops and planting seeds for the future. This zone 7 October gardening checklist will help…

Foraging in Ohio: Edible Plants, Nuts, and Spring Shoots
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Foraging in Ohio: Edible Plants, Nuts, and Spring Shoots

Ohio’s landscape is full of plants we can eat, and we’re excited to show you how to find them. Learning about foraging ohio means discovering a natural pantry right in our backyard. We’ll cover everything from the first spring shoots to fall nuts, making sure you know what to look for and how to stay…

Simple Living Hacks: 12 Ways to Slow Down and Save Money
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Simple Living Hacks: 12 Ways to Slow Down and Save Money

We’re all looking for ways to simplify our lives and keep more money in our pockets. It feels like things are always moving so fast, and the bills just keep coming. That’s why we’ve put together some simple living tips that can help us all slow down a bit and save some cash. These aren’t…

Zone 7 December Gardening Tasks: Planning, Mulching, and Indoor Projects
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Zone 7 December Gardening Tasks: Planning, Mulching, and Indoor Projects

December in Zone 7 offers a unique chance to slow down and prepare for the next gardening season. While the weather might keep us indoors more, there’s still plenty we can do to set ourselves up for success. We can review last year’s efforts, plan for new plantings, and tackle indoor projects that will benefit…

Zone 9 Winter Gardening Guide: What to Plant in December and January

Zone 9 Winter Gardening Guide: What to Plant in December and January

We’re diving into the heart of winter in Zone 9, and while some folks are putting their gardens to bed, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to keep our hands in the soil. This zone 9 winter gardening guide is all about making the most of December and January, from harvesting what’s left to planning for…