Are you new to gardening? Do you feel overwhelmed by the sheer variety of vegetable varieties out there in the seed catalogs? Do you feel bewildered in the seed section of the local nursery? Don't despair! You are not alone! In this post, I'll take you … [Read more...] about How To Choose Vegetables To Grow In Your Garden
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How to Grow Brussels Sprouts and How I Suck at Growing Them
Do you feel that seed catalogs have lied to you with promises of easy to grow Brussels Sprouts? Have you planted them but grown nothing but leaves which left your family devoid of Brussels Sprouts around the holidays? Well, I'm laying down a challenge for hapless … [Read more...] about How to Grow Brussels Sprouts and How I Suck at Growing Them
What To Start Growing In January
There are lots of seeds you can sow in January even thought winter is well under way. Now the winter solstice has passed, the days are starting to get longer meaning you can start growing plants right now. … [Read more...] about What To Start Growing In January
My Biodynamic Gardening Experiment
Biodynamic gardening is a holistic, ecological, and ethical approach gardening and 2018 will be an interesting year in the garden as I experiment more with biodynamic gardening as I build my skills as a permaculture designer in my own backyard. … [Read more...] about My Biodynamic Gardening Experiment
How To Make Your Raised Bed Soil Rock
Growing in a raised bed can help you grow on the toughest of ground but from time to time you will need to reinvigorate the soil to keep your garden growing. Read on to find out how to make your raised bed soil rock. … [Read more...] about How To Make Your Raised Bed Soil Rock
What is a Keyhole Garden Bed and Why You Need Them
A keyhole bed can help maximize your growing space, create microclimates and can be part of a beautiful garden design. Read on to find out more about a keyhole bed. … [Read more...] about What is a Keyhole Garden Bed and Why You Need Them
Planning A Garden For Self Sufficiency
I've done it; my seeds are bought for next year and it was only 14 September! The best bit is, I have planned my garden and the seed purchase based on the next 3 years of growing produce for my family. Planning a garden for self sufficiency need not be a daunting it can be … [Read more...] about Planning A Garden For Self Sufficiency
Death To The Chickens! Why We Killed One Of The Flock
Culling chickens may be unthinkable to some urban homesteaders who view their flock as pets and part of the family. Find out why we decided to kill a chicken from our small backyard flock. This post does not show any killing or processing of animals. It talks about … [Read more...] about Death To The Chickens! Why We Killed One Of The Flock
Organic Plant Magic The Easy Way To Compost Tea
I really enjoy making my own liquid fertilizers and seeing the growth on the garden over the next day or two. Sometimes plants can really astound you with how quickly they change and grow. If you want to see some great growth on your plants and build your soil at the … [Read more...] about Organic Plant Magic The Easy Way To Compost Tea
13 Low Water Ideas To Easily Save You Money And The Environment
Low water gardening is really important for me living in a really dry climate and its also a frugal gardening measure. By reducing water usage in the garden youre saving bucks on bills! Find out just how you can grow a great garden and use less of this precious … [Read more...] about 13 Low Water Ideas To Easily Save You Money And The Environment