Ever wonder what Christmas gift to get for the avid gardener or homesteader in your life? These ideas will help you get the best gifts for gardeners and homesteaders! My husband is hard to buy for sometimes and, being an amazing gardener and homesteader, he absolutely loves any practical gifts I give him for improving…
Prune or not to prune: that is the question. Should you prune your peppers and tomato plants? Does it give a larger yield? Well I’ll answer the question for you in this post written by my amazing hubby! This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to…
Learn how to propagate blackberries to increase your crop quickly and easily. Growing blackberries can be a profitable addition to your homestead. Learn how to grow blackberries in your backyard garden for some yummy blackberry cobbler, jam, or jelly!
My husband Brian is an extremely creative person. He loves to come up with inventive ideas for just about anything and our vintage Ford tractor is no exception! See below for the amazing before-and-after of this tractor. Trust me you’ve never seen anything like it! *This contains affiliate links which means I get a small…
You may wonder whether or not you should choose seeds or plants already started when planning your garden. We do a combination of both and I will tell you which ones do well. *this post contains affiliate links which means I get a small commission if you make a purchase through these links at no…
Small homesteading is a great place to begin the homesteading experience. With all the concerns regarding food quality, it is important to know where your food comes from. Many people are attracted to small-scale homesteading for its potential to provide food security, and it’s an economical way to produce fresh, local produce. With the right…
I love container gardening. After several years of trial and error, this is the easiest way I’ve found to grow herbs. Bonus: I have the perfect spot outside my kitchen door where I can easily access these for cooking! There are some herbs that do really well in the regular garden. However, some will completely…
