How to Make Sun Dried Tomatoes
Tomatoes have long been called the jewels of summer, bursting with flavor and rich in vitamins. But their season is short, and once the weather...
How I Saved $400 a Year by Harvesting My Garden Seeds
Throughout the growing season and into the fall our gardens often provide us with a regular harvest of fruits and vegetables. We carefully cook...
How to Preserve a Carved Pumpkin Naturally
When autumn arrives, pumpkins take center stage. Their rich orange color, earthy scent, and nostalgic charm have made them a symbol of harvest,...
Planting Garlic Right
Garlic has long been a cornerstone of both the kitchen and the apothecary. Revered for its pungent flavor and powerful healing properties, this...
How Much Mulch Do I Need?
Mulching is one of those old, quiet garden tricks that does far more than people realize. A good layer of mulch doesn’t just make a garden look...
Vertical Gardening for Self-Sufficient Living
In a world where every inch of soil matters, vertical gardening reminds us that nature’s abundance isn’t limited by ground space — only by...
5 Forgotten Soil-Revival Methods That Can Save Your Harvest
If you want a strong harvest, it starts with healthy soil. But over time, your land can lose nutrients and structure, which is making it harder for...
The Black Soil That Doubles Your Harvest
The concept of “black soil” can be a head-scratcher to some but it’s an accurate definition of a soil type with unique characteristics. It actually...
How to Heat a Greenhouse Without Electricity
Growing food year-round is a dream for many homesteaders and gardeners, but when cold weather sets in, keeping a greenhouse warm can become a real...
How to Water Your Plants When You’re Away
The great thing about rain is we don’t have to water. But that assumes we’re home assessing how much water any of our plants or gardens need....
How to Keep A Greenhouse Warm in Winter
Greenhouses are powerful allies in the garden, extending the growing season and protecting plants from the harshest conditions. But when winter’s...
DIY Self-Feeding Keyhole Garden
Keyhole gardens were first developed as a concept in Africa to help to grow food in dry areas. They are now becoming popular in other hot, dry areas...
How to Plant Celery: A Step-by-Step Guide for Self-Sufficient Gardeners
Celery may not be the first crop most people think to grow, but once you add it to your garden, you’ll see why it deserves a spot. This crisp,...
Bucket Gardening: How to Grow Your Own Food Anywhere
Not everyone has access to sprawling garden beds or fertile farmland—but that doesn’t mean you can’t grow your own food. Bucket gardening is one of...
This Tiny Bug Can Destroy Your Garden in 48 Hours
It’s a scenario many homesteaders have faced — or will at some point. You step into your garden one morning, expecting to admire your thriving...
DIY Harvest Booster Tonic
When I started living off-grid, I remembered this rule: your land will give you back what you sow into it. So, when it came to feeding my crops, I...
This Is How Your Compost Could Kill You
Compost is usually thought of as safe, natural, and even healthy for your garden. But beneath the surface of that pile, there can be hidden dangers...
Why is Rosemary So Hard to Grow?
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is one of the most beloved culinary and medicinal herbs, yet many gardeners find it surprisingly difficult to...
12 Amish Farming Secrets Every Homesteader Should Know
Unlock the secrets of sustainable living with insights straight from the Amish playbook. In this revealing article, we’ll explore 12 time-tested...
How Big a Greenhouse Do I Need?
Building or buying a greenhouse is one of the most exciting steps in gardening. But before you jump in, you’ll want to answer the big question: how...
How Planting in Rows Could Destroy your Garden
Most of us grew up learning that planting in neat, straight rows is the key to a successful garden. It looks tidy, it’s easy to manage, and it’s...
19 Ingenious Ways You Can Repurpose Tomatoes
If you grow tomatoes on your homestead, you probably already know how wonderful they taste fresh off the vine. But tomatoes are way more than just a...
How To Grow Food for a Year in Just 4 Square Feet
If someone told me you could feed yourself for an entire year from a space smaller than your dining table, I’d probably raise an eyebrow too. But...
The Native American Way To Self-Water Your Backyard
For thousands of years, Native American tribes lived closely with the land, while growing their food in some of the toughest environments in North...
Asparagus – Where to Plant: Complete Location Guide for Growing Success
Choosing where to plant asparagus might be the most important gardening decision you’ll make this decade. Unlike annual vegetables that give you a...
12 Trees Every Homesteader Should Plant In Their Backyard
Choosing which plants to bring to your backyard can be a tough decision indeed. Especially when you have a spacious lawn to cover, it is easy to get...
The Weeds in Your Backyard You Should Start Eating Today
For years, I cursed them. Every Saturday, knees sore, I yanked weeds from my lawn and tossed them into the compost. It felt like an endless war....
How to Ripen Greenhouse Tomatoes (Without Guesswork)
Growing tomatoes in a greenhouse comes with a lot of perks—controlled temperature, protection from pests, and an extended season. But one challenge...
Bone Meal Fertilizer: The Secret Soil Booster Hiding in Your Kitchen
When it comes to organic gardening, the answer to stronger roots, bigger blooms, and healthier harvests might be hiding in something you'd normally...
How to Germinate Seeds
Starting a garden doesn’t begin in the soil—it begins with a seed. And knowing how to germinate seeds properly is one of the most vital, yet often...
No-Till Gardening
In a world that constantly urges us to work harder, dig deeper, and push faster, there’s something quietly radical about stepping back and letting...
Why Do You Always Forget To Harvest This?
You can spend months planting, watering, and weeding…But if you harvest wrong, even just once, all that effort can go straight to the compost pile....
