Grocery shopping has become a bit of a minefield. Is it better to buy grass-fed beef, or can I just buy a big hunk of grain-fed beef? What’s the difference, anyway? Maybe you’ve been buying ...
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9 Radish Diseases and How to Deal With Them
Radishes are a gardening favorite for good reason. Who doesn't love the fact that they're so easy to grow and provide a quick and delicious crop? But while they're generally problem-free, it's not ...
18 Best Indigenous Corn Cultivars to Discover
If you've been gardening for some time, you've probably noticed that plants thrive best in environments similar to those in which they evolved. This is why it's easier to grow tomatillos in southern ...
19 Edible Climbing and Vining Plants for Vertical Gardens
If you're low on gardening space, one of your best options is to grow up: literally. Trellises, lattices, and netting can help you grow more food than you can imagine by taking advantage of whatever ...
Why You Need To Use the Ruth Stout Method in Your Garden
The gardening world is always evolving and experts are constantly developing new ways to optimize growing space. One of the key figures in gardening innovation is Ruth Stout and her innovative method ...
Plant Nutrients 101: A Guide to the Necessary Plant Nutrients
You probably know the building blocks needed to keep human bodies healthy, but how familiar are you with plant nutrients? We're often guilty of just tossing some generic fertilizer on plants, but ...
27 Winter Homestead Projects You Can Do in a Weekend
Winter is my favorite season on the homestead. I love being buried in the snow and cuddled up by the fire. One of the best parts of winter is that the garden is tucked under the snow, the animals are ...
How to Create the Perfect Four-Season Garden For Year-Round Food
A four-season garden is exactly as it sounds; it’s a garden that can be used at all times of the year. No more waiting through the winter for your chance to grow and harvest fresh crops from your ...
18 of the Best Pepper Companion Plants (and 3 of the Worst)
Do you have a crop of peppers growing on your homestead? Or are you looking to start growing this plant soon? Then, you need to learn about picking suitable companions. Not only does companion ...