Thinking about growing your own food but only have a little space? We get it. Many of us are looking for ways to be more self-sufficient, even if we don’t have acres to work with. The good news is, you don’t need a huge yard to grow a surprising amount of food. We’ve been exploring…
We’re excited to share how we got started with our own medicinal herb garden. It felt a bit overwhelming at first, but we learned that taking it step-by-step makes it totally doable. Growing our own healing plants has been so rewarding, and we want to show you how you can do it too. This guide…
We love the charm and character that a hobby farm look brings to our outdoor spaces. It feels so welcoming and down-to-earth. If you’re looking to capture that same vibe on your own property, we’ve gathered some simple and pretty ideas. We think these touches can really make a place feel like home, whether you…
Starting a seed bank at home might sound like something only hardcore gardeners do, but honestly, it’s a lot simpler than it seems. We realized that saving seeds from our favorite plants not only saves money, but it helps us keep growing the stuff we actually like to eat. Plus, it’s a small step toward…
Trying to grow enough food while working full time can feel like a tall order. Most of us don’t have hours to spend in the garden every day, and space is usually tight. But with some simple planning and a few working homesteader tips, we can make the most of what we’ve got. Over the…
We’ve all been there, staring at a garden bed that’s just overrun with weeds. It feels like a losing battle, doesn’t it? This year, we decided to try a different approach, aiming to build a no-weed garden bed in just one weekend. We wanted a space that looked good without constant fighting against unwanted growth….
Even if we don’t have a huge backyard, we can still grow a lot of our own food. We’ve found that with the right pots and plant choices, container homesteading can be super rewarding. It’s amazing what you can grow on a balcony or patio! We’re going to share some of our favorite crops that…
We’ve been thinking about starting a backyard plant nursery for a while now, and honestly, it seems like a pretty cool way to make some extra cash. It’s not like we’re going to get rich overnight, but the idea of growing plants and selling them right from our own yard is appealing. We figure we…
We’ve been wanting to grow our own fresh greens right in our home, and after a bit of research, we decided a microgreen growing station was the way to go. It seemed like a simple project, and honestly, it really is! You don’t need a lot of space or fancy equipment to get started. We’ll…
We’ve all been there, staring out at the frozen garden in the dead of winter and wishing for a fresh, crisp salad. Turns out, we don’t have to wait for spring! We’ve figured out how to keep our salad bowls full all year long, right from our own homes. Forget those limp store-bought greens; we’re…
