Category: Gardening

There’s a reason our grandmothers waited for May to start planting, and it wasn’t just about...

If you’ve ever walked past a marigold without giving it much thought, you might’ve just snubbed...

Did you know that you could have an endless harvest from a single slice of tomato? It’s just one...

Noticing tunnels or raised mounds in your yard is a huge sign that moles might be invading your...

What if the secret to a healthy garden lies in the old-age practices of Native Americans? Over the...

Homestead life moves fast, but composting? That can feel like watching paint dry. Even with the...

Pigeon peas—whether in salads, soups, snacks, or meals, these versatile legumes can be added to...

Fruits, vegetables, and herbs, there’s so much you can grow on your very own farmstead. The...

Destroyed soil structure. Blackened veggies. Cracked irrigation pipes. These used to be common...

Forget myths about needing heated greenhouses or complex cold frames! My winter vegetable garden...

Food prices are skyrocketing faster than my blood pressure. The thought of not feeding your...

Frustrated with countless DIY pest repellents that just don’t work? Or you might be concerned...

As the leaves turn brown and everything starts to get a little chillier, many of we gardeners sigh...

Ever heard of regrowing veggies from scraps or using mesh bags to repel pests? These might sound...

Weeds are often seen as a nuisance because they can reduce crop yields, damage landscapes, and be...

No matter what, your survival garden can offer an endless supply of aromatic and fresh herbs at...

As a tomato lover, you might be eager to grow them in your garden but hesitant to do so because of...

The weather is unpredictable, especially these years, and a storm can destroy your plants in a...

All gardens are going to stink at some level. Whether you’re turned off by the smell of...

As a gardening enthusiast or a farmer, using aspirin for your plants might seem like an...

We all make mistakes from time to time, but it’s always better to stop them (as much as you...

As I stood in the grocery aisle, staring at the $4 price tag on a measly bunch of kale, I knew...

Think gardening’s just tossing seeds and sprinkling water? Think again! Behind every...

Growing vegetables that can be harvested in less than a month is a smart way to maximize your...

Imagine, if you will, you’re sitting in your garden and enjoying the warm summer breeze....

While pollinators are typically viewed as allies in gardening, not all might be nice with your...

Imagine a garden where vegetables grow upwards, saving space and making your garden look...

Water management is essential for homesteaders wanting to utilize efficient and sustainable...

Legumes have sustained humanity and our livestock for thousands of years and throughout history...

Seeing wasps and hornets spoil your precious fruits in the garden can be distressing. However,...

Growing tomatoes on your homestead can be super cool! However, these berries are very picky about...