One of the greatest ways to become more self-reliant is to grow your own food at home. Check out these tips, tricks, and suggestions for growing your own fruits and vegetables on the homestead.
As the days get shorter and the temperatures start to dip, it’s time to start thinking about how to prepare your vegetable garden for the winter. By taking some simple steps now and following our fall garden checklist, you can ensure that your garden is …
Growing and storing onions is a great way to save money on groceries and supply more of your own food. Onions are used in so many dishes, it makes complete sense to grow as many of them as possible while your garden is in season. …
This post is sponsored by JUA Technology. They provided us with a Dehytray Solar Dehydrator as a sample for the purposes of the article. Please read on to learn more about the mission behind the Dehytray in supporting global food security. There are a lot …
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Garlic scapes are kind of like a thick garlicky chive. They pop up out of your garlic plants before the actual garlic is ready to bloom, then curl around in a circle, letting you know they are ready. More mild than actual garlic, but stronger …
This article on planting cover crops in your home garden is sponsored by High Mowing Organic Seeds, our valued partner and one of our favorite seed companies! All photos are courtesy of High Mowing Organic Seeds. — When most people think about cover crops, they think …
A Fruit Tree Guild is a group of plants that are grown together to provide mutual benefits for the fruit tree. The plants in the guild protect the tree from pests and diseases, while also providing nutrients and support. By choosing the right plants for …
You can grow any type of potato in your garden using traditional methods like trenching or hills. These methods can be used for anything from large Yukon gold beauties to fingerlings or early purples. In this article, we’ll provide step-by-step instructions for planting and growing …
You may think of dandelions as pesky weeds, but these flowers actually have a number of beneficial qualities. Dandelions can be used in your yard to improve the soil quality, and they can also be eaten or used in natural remedies. In addition, they are …
Mulching your vegetable garden is an important task that helps to protect your plants, conserve water, and suppress weeds. There are many different materials that can be used for mulch, but not all of them are suitable for every situation. In this blog post, we …