Ramps or wild leeks are my favorite 'wild' plants for growing in the garden. Before I cultivated them in my food forest, I couldn't wait for spring foraging opportunities to go out and find ...
Growing Skirret: Varieties, Planting Guide, Care, Problems and Harvest
If you grow skirret, you're growing a nearly-forgotten, historically important plant. The cultivation of skirret dates back centuries - even before the potato became common. Skirret disappeared ...
Growing Garlic Chives: Varieties, Growing Guide, Care, Problems and Harvest
Garlic chives are one of my favorite herbs because they’re so incredibly easy to grow and you get a ton of flavor. Snip them throughout the growing season for a delicious onion-like garnish. The ...
Growing Wasabi: Best Varieties, Planting Guide, Care, Problems and Harvest
Wasabi has a reputation for being a gardening challenge because it has very specific growing requirements and takes years to mature. Don't let that deter you. With some TLC, you can make it ...
5 Benefits of Raising Pigs on Pasture and 8 Tips to Do It Better
Pigs always get the worst rap, don’t they? Ask people who might not be that familiar with raising livestock, and almost always, they’ll tell you that pigs are the smelliest animals. To be ...
10 Uses for Wool Besides Spinning It
On my farm, we raise Icelandic sheep. We raise them primarily to sell and eat the meat ourselves. However, there are plenty of other reasons why people choose Icelandics. Not only can they be ...
8 Best Rolling Garden Benches That Will Make Gardening a Breeze
If you experience back pain or you suffer from arthritic joints, a rolling garden bench is a perfect solution for you. Once you invest in this super functional gardening gadget, you will be able to ...
Seeds Not Germinating? 12 Causes and Things to Watch For
Unfortunately, the process of germinating seeds doesn’t always go according to plan. Sometimes, seeds simply don’t sprout. Isn’t it incredible, when things go right, how a tiny carrot seed ...
Growing Nettle: How to Plant, Care For and Harvest This Useful Herb
Stinging nettle has two sides: On one hand, it stings you, leaving your skin hurting and numb. The other is a nutritional powerhouse with tons of uses. That's why, if it doesn’t appear on your ...