I don't hate winter. In some ways, I even love it. Cold-weather means I get lots of time indoors to plan and do all my prep-work to have a great homestead year. The problem is, as soon as my seeds ...
How to Create Farm-to-Table Outdoor Dining Area
Good food is the foundation of good living in my book. As such, I take it pretty seriously. Not only do I grow most of my food, but I do almost all of my cooking from scratch. When you go to that ...
28 Delightful Flowers That Attract Bees to Your Garden
You might not notice them unless they are buzzing around you, but bees are a vital part of your garden's ecosystem. Bees do the work of pollination, which is required for you to be able to enjoy much ...
February Gardening Tips and Tasks by Region and Planting Zone
Let’s all give a solid “Woo-hoo!” to the fact winter is almost gone and our gardens will be coming alive shortly. If you’re like me, you’re itching to get outside. The walls of your home are ...
28 Edible Weeds You Can Find in Your Own Backyard
If you look around you, there are likely dozens of plants nearby that you may consider nothing but a nuisance, but look again. Some of those so-called weeds may actually be a nutritious source of ...
Soil Testing: Unlock the Secret to Making Your Garden Thrive
Gardening is a lot like baking. You need to have the right steps and ingredients to get a good end product. Soil testing is an integral part of the recipe. Knowing what a soil test is, how to take ...
29 Cat-Safe Plants For Your Home and the Ones to Avoid at All Costs
A friend recently asked me about starting an indoor herb garden, but she was anxious about planting something that might harm her kittens. As an animal owner myself, I’m well aware that most critters ...
How to Succeed at Seed Germination & 7 Common Mistakes to Avoid
Seed germination is one of the fundamentals of gardening, but while it might be a basic element, there are a lot of things that can go wrong. If you've ever planted seeds with the hopes of seeing them ...
Growing Mulberries: A Complete Guide on How to Plant, Grow, & Harvest Mulberries
The marvelous mulberry is a highly underrated plant. It's easy to grow, with mouthwatering fruit that tastes good in everything from wine to sorbet. If you're hoping to add a fruit tree to your ...