Celery is a staple at grocery stores everywhere, but it rarely makes an appearance in our backyard gardens. Many gardeners don’t consider growing celery because they've heard it's impossible to grow ...
The Basics of Raising Llamas on the Homestead
When you think of getting an animal what do you think of? A dog? Cat? Horse? Or, maybe you like to stray away from the norm and you want to raise llamas on your property. If that’s you, then you’ve ...
13 Peach Tree Problems and How to Deal With Them
If there is a fruit more synonymous with summer than peaches, I'd love to know what it is. There is no comparison to biting into a sun-warmed peach picked off the tree just before eating. But you ...
17 Pepper Plant Problems and How to Fix Them
Peppers are absolute superstars of the average vegetable garden. Whether you're growing sweet or spicy varieties, they add bursts of color (and spectacular flavor) to the yard as well as the table. ...
9 Problems Growing Mustard Greens and How to Address Them
Are you a fan of mustard greens? They're a staple in Southern cuisine but are also used in a variety of dishes all over the world. They're exquisite in the Indian dish sarson ka saag—especially spread ...
Why You Should Keep Llamas on Your Homestead
Many people don’t think of llamas when they are considering livestock animals for their homestead. The common choices are chickens, horses, cows, and pigs. But, did you know that llamas are incredible ...
11 Asparagus Plant Problems That Can Ruin Your Harvest (and What To Do About Them)
Six years ago, I started an asparagus bed. I started with six root crowns, planted them in a bed of rich, well-drained soil, and waited for the plants to settle in and take over. But four years later, ...
Horse Care 101: The Basics of Raising Equine Companions
If you love horses, you’ve probably dreamed about owning one for your entire life. Now that you’re in a position to have one, you’re probably incredibly excited about the prospect. And maybe you're a ...
How to Grow Shiso in Your Garden
The shiso plant (also known as perilla, Chinese basil, beefsteak plant, and purple mint) is a member of the mint family. This wonderful plant is found in cuisines all over the world including in ...