Want to make your homestead more resilient? Try implementing the permaculture principle of redundancy! Here’s how! I always knew that it was important to have systems to back up our …
Don’t stop growing just because the temps drop! Try these 20 cold hardy vegetables and herbs to make cool season gardening a breeze! For years, I tried to squeeze all …
Summer is ending and fall is beginning, but the garden is still going! Here’s what to expect from your end of season garden as the seasons change! Fall is …
Zinnia seeds are incredible easy to harvest! Here’s how to save zinnia seeds so you’ll never need to buy them again! Zinnias are gorgeous! I mean what’s not to …
Did you know that your fall mums are actually perennials? Follow these tips to grow mums as perennials so you can enjoy their blooms year after year! Without a …
It’s incredibly easy to grow your own dry beans to use in soups, chilis and more! Here’s all about how to grow dry beans and harvest them! Beans are among …
Chickens + Gardens It seems like a beautiful combination! But all that is before they start pecking fruit and veggies, and all the endless hunting and scratching! Yikes! So, over …
Learning how to start a home compost can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Follow these steps to set up your compost pile and start producing high quality, …
Seed storage and organization can be overwhelming! Here’s how to create a system that will actually work to keep your seeds organized, plus a look at how I organize my …
Calendula is one of the best all-around garden plant companions! Find out why and how to grow it in your garden! Calendula (Calendula officinalis), also known as “pot marigold”, …
Want to cut down on your chicken feed bill? Try growing a chicken garden full of their favorite snacks! Here’s how we planted a super fast and easy chicken garden …
Garlic scapes are a great bonus for garlic growers! Here’s everything you need to know about freezing garlic scapes to enjoy all year long!