Gardening

DO THIS With The Dandelions Growing Around Your House

Dandelion is a very common plant that lives in temperate North America and practically all around the world. Almost everyone knows dandelions. The...

7 Creepy Crawlers You Should Welcome In Your Garden

In a world where bugs and critters have long been considered unwelcome guests, a paradigm shift is occurring. It was a random afternoon when I saw a...

I Regret Planting These

Our cottage, Haven Hill, in Northern Wisconsin sits on three woodland acres overlooking a large, deep spring-fed lake. We have owned the property...

Corn

Corn is one of the oldest vegetables known to man. It’s said to have kept ancient civilizations alive through the centuries. Corn is still popular...

Why I Started An Elderberry Orchard And Why You Should Too

Homestead farming is therapeutic, allowing you to cultivate a diverse range of vegetables and fruits. Its true beauty lies in nurturing different...

How To Use Weeds To Read Your Soil

“Why are these weeds growing in my garden?” Well, you’ll be surprised to find out that they are growing in your garden for a reason. North America...

How To Choose The Best Plants For Your Soil Type

While many of us take for granted that sticking a seed in the soil and watering it will grow a plant, this isn't always the case. For instance,...

A Homesteader’s Worst Enemy

Homesteading is an incredible journey filled with joy and rewards. But let's be honest, it's not all rainbows and butterflies. From backbreaking...

DIY Potato Tower

As a homesteader, I find joy in being self-sufficient and growing my own produce in a small garden. While I may not have truckloads of produce, I...

Cover Crops – The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

Homesteaders have been planting cover crops for ages. However, these unsung field heroes have often been misunderstood as competitors to our beloved...

This Is The No #1 Enemy Of Potatoes

"Oh," you say to yourself. "What a pretty little bug!" Ah, but little do you know that this bug is out to hurt your feelings and ruin your day. Its...

Ingenious Ways To Keep The Critters Out Of Your Pantry

Even before setting up my homestead, I was always afraid of critters. After all, it's natural to be cautious because these creatures can actually...

What Molasses Does To Your Garden

I don't often talk about the exact procedure that you need to work with to make the best of your blossoms and to heavily fertilize your plants....

How To Get Rid Of Spiders Naturally

Spiders have a lot of benefits. They can eat annoying pests like mosquitos and insects and are good for the ecosystem. However, certain varieties...

This Is Making Your Plants Sick

After spending weeks and days looking after my homestead, I couldn't get the desired results. Even after a lot of effort, my plants were unhealthy...

Watering Mistakes You Must Avoid This Summer

Summer is here, and I have been religiously watering my vegetable, fruit, and herb gardens. Some of you might be wondering how much water these...

This Is Why You Should Use Hydrogen Peroxide In Your Garden

Hey folks, Phil here. Today, I want to discuss about what you might have in your medicine cabinet right now. Hydrogen peroxide. You know it as the...

Killer Trees You Should Never Have In Your Backyard

Trees are a great addition to any landscaping plan. They provide shade and privacy, attract wildlife and fill your yard with beauty. Trees can even...

Water Ban: How To Keep Your Garden Growing

A water ban, also known as a water restriction or water rationing, is a measure implemented by authorities or water management agencies to limit or...

Vegetables That Grow Faster Than Grass

For homesteaders wanting to indulge in the fruits of their labor sooner rather than later, there are plenty of vegetables you can plant this season...