Do you have an abundance of pine needles in your garden? Put them to work! While some think that pine needles are a nuisance, you might be surprised to know that there are a number of clever uses for ...
Cornish Chicken: The #1 Heritage Meat Breed
Cornish chickens are not a foreign name to the chicken industry. You’ve likely heard the name more than once if you’ve been around chickens for a while. Not to be confused with the Cornish Cross, ...
How to Get Rid of Voles and Keep Them Away from Your Property
Voles are small little mammals that spend part of their lives underneath the ground, which makes them hard to detect. Even though these little critters only grow to be 5-7 inches long, they can cause ...
Saanen Goat: Breed Info, Characteristics, Breeding, and Care
If you’re looking for a dual-purpose dairy goat, the Swiss Saanen dairy goat is your best bet for high production and durability. The Saanen is well-known for its ability to produce a lot of ...
Easter Garden: How to Plan & Grow a Garden-to-Table Easter Feast
One of the most notable things about many seasonal celebrations is the food. Imagine Thanksgiving without the turkey, or the 4th oh July without barbecue. Easter is another one of those holidays that ...
The Difference Between Peas and Beans and Why it Matters
Beans are some of the most interesting vegetable garden plants, but they can be kind of confusing. Do peas fall into the same category? Are peas beans, too? What about green beans? What's the ...
Jicama Plant: Varieties, Growing Guide, Care, Problems, and Harvest
I first tried jicama during my meal kit box days. While I didn't keep the meal kits in my life, jicama has become a must-have for growing in my garden. Most people usually nibble on the refreshing veg ...
14 Tips for Managing a Large Garden with Minimal Work
If you are an urban or suburban homesteader, you have to squeeze everything you can into a small garden space. It’s an exciting challenge to use every nook and cranny, to think vertically, and to ...
How to Start Seeds in Milk Jug Greenhouses
Starting seeds is relatively simple, but you're at the mercy of mother nature, which can be frustrating. It can also be a costly endeavor if you have to buy a bunch of equipment to get started. The ...