We all love a beautiful garden, but keeping it looking its best all year round means a bit of work. It might seem like a lot, but breaking down the tasks by season makes it much more manageable. We’ve put together this garden chores checklist to help us stay on top of things, so we…
We all want a beautiful garden, but sometimes it feels like it takes up all our free time. Between watering, weeding, and harvesting, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But what if we told you there are simple habits you can adopt that will give you back hours every week? These time saving gardening tips aren’t…
We’ve all been there – you plant a garden, or maybe you just hit the farmer’s market a little too hard, and suddenly you’re staring down a mountain of fresh produce. It’s a good problem to have, right? But what do you do with all those extra fruits and veggies before they go bad? We’ve…
Thinking about starting your own homestead garden? It can feel a bit overwhelming at first, especially if you’re new to growing things. We’ve been there, and let me tell you, picking the right beginner crops makes a world of difference. It’s not about finding magic seeds, but more about choosing plants that are a bit…
We’ve been thinking a lot about how to get fresh food from our gardens and farms right into our neighbors’ hands. Selling produce locally seems like a natural step for many of us who love to grow things. It’s a way to share the bounty, connect with our community, and maybe even make a little…
We all love a garden that gives us more than we can eat right away, don’t we? When that happens, we want to make sure we don’t let any of that good food go to waste. That’s where canning comes in. We’ve put together some fantastic high yield canning recipes that will help you fill…
Winter gardening might sound like a contradiction, but we’ve found it’s totally possible to keep our homestead producing even when the temperatures drop. It turns out, a lot of plants actually like the cold, and with a little protection, we can extend our harvest season way longer than we ever thought. We’re talking about getting…
We all want a garden that’s bursting with life, but sometimes that life includes uninvited guests like bugs and critters. Dealing with garden pests can be a real headache, turning our peaceful gardening time into a constant battle. But what if we told you that you don’t need those harsh chemical sprays? We’ve found that…
Thinking about growing your own food for the family? It sounds like a big task, but it’s totally doable. We’ve been looking into how to grow food for family needs, and it turns out, with a bit of planning, you can really make a difference in what you eat. It’s all about figuring out what…
We get it. Waiting for plants to grow can feel like an eternity when you’re eager for a taste of your own homegrown veggies. Whether you’re new to gardening, working with a short growing season, or just have a bit of impatience, we’ve got you covered. We’ve rounded up some of the best fast growing…
