For the longest time, I thought scale was a plant disease. Boy, was I wrong! Scale insects are nasty little plant suckers that are relatively common among indoor and outdoor plants and trees. It’s ...
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About Beltsville Small White Turkeys: Perfect For Small Scale Meat Production
Many people don’t have space or money to keep up with a 30-45 pound turkey until processing time. The Beltsville Small White Turkey is perfect for a smaller scale farmer with limited space. Many ...
Daffodil Blindness: 14 Reasons Why Daffodils Fail to Produce Blooms
We all long for spring to be in full swing, with its longer days and warmer temps. With it comes the anticipation of the marvelous spring flowers like daffodils. Sometimes we can be left wondering ...
Pilea Peperomioides: How to Care for Chinese Money Plants
Commonly known as the Chinese money plant, Pilea peperomioides is fast becoming a must-have houseplant because of its modern, minimalistic appearance and easy going nature. At first glance, this ...
How to Start A Successful Farmstead Micro-Creamery
In our community of homesteaders, some people raise milking animals for their personal use, and others make an income by starting a micro-creamery out of their homestead. We’re fortunate because ...
The Complete Guide to Growing Citrus Trees Indoors Successfully
Citrus trees can be absolute treasures to grow at home. In addition to their delicious fruits, their blossoms and leaves are sublimely fragrant, and many citrus parts have medicinal and cleansing ...
Growing Satsumas: The Ultimate Care Guide for This Citrus Delight
Satsuma is one of the sweetest citruses out there. Plus, it's easy to peel and easy to grow. It's a perfect fruit to add to your orchard or citrus grove. If you've grown small, sour, seed-filled ...
Micro-Gardening: How to Start Growing Plants in Tiny Spaces
Don't have much space? That's no reason not to grow at least some of your own food. Don't let a lack of room stop you. You can grow your favorite vegetables or fruit, even in the tightest ...
How to Grow Plantains for Food and Beauty
As a homesteader and avid gardener, there's nothing like adding new plants to your backyard. Once you delve into all the possibilities of what you can grow yourself and set the challenge, there is no ...