Sometimes the name of a plant just describes it perfectly. Lady palm is one example. It's a small, elegant palm species, in contrast to the huge beach palms most of us are familiar with. The beauty of ...
Peperomia: How to Grow and Take Care of This Indestructible Houseplant
If you're looking for a compact houseplant that's difficult to kill, you've come to the right place. Growing peperomias well doesn't require much light, maintenance, or fuss. Whether you're a ...
Growing Heartnut Trees: How to Plant and Raise Heartnuts
Are you familiar with heartnut trees? They're also known as Japanese walnuts and are gaining in popularity throughout North America. They're fairly easy to grow compared to other nut trees, provided ...
How to Stop Squash Vine Borers Before They Destroy Your Crop
This was an epic year for squashes in our garden. A friend gave us heirloom 'Long Pie' pumpkin seeds, we had volunteer butternut and round pie pumpkins in abundance. Deep in the south, my sister’s ...
How to Deal with Coyotes Around the Homestead
Do you hear high-pitched yips at night and see shining eyes gazing at you from the underbrush? Chances are you've got some coyotes in the area. That's to be expected: they're prolific predators that ...
Ice Fishing 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Success
When you think of fishing, most people imagine sitting in the sun on a warm summer’s day with a freezer full of drinks as you wait to catch a fish. But it's entirely possible to go ice fishing during ...
Horse Companionship: Why Your Horse Needs a Friend and Which Animals Are the Best?
Horses are beautiful animals that provide incredible emotional support to humans, but how can you tell if your horse needs company? And, why is companionship important for horses? Like humans, ...
Caring For Your Beehives During the Winter
These days, beekeeping has grown into a utilitarian business in which bees are bought and sold without a second thought. But as food-uncertainty increases, more people are looking for ways to raise ...
Should You Get a Barn Cat? Pros and Cons to Consider
If you’re thinking about getting a barn cat for your farm or homestead, there are lots of variables that need to be considered. The idea of a barn cat goes hand in hand with the classic ...