Have you ever considered homesteading, but felt overwhelmed by the thought of starting from scratch? The truth is, homesteading for beginners doesn’t have to be as daunting as it may seem. With the right mindset and resources, anyone can successfully build a small homestead. In this article, we’ll provide you with tips and resources to…
An effective garden doesn’t mean it has to be huge and hold tons of plants. Not everyone has the space for a garden like that, but they can grow thriving plants in a small area as long as there’s access to sunlight. Gardens grow in many places – from a small patch of ground outside…
There are some people who participate in gardening as a spring or summer activity. Then there are those who want to use every available moment of their year to plant, grow and harvest their crops. Many people use this gardening technique to keep a supply of food growing when they don’t have a lot of…
Whenever people think about becoming a gardener, they start watching videos from experts and see huge gardening beds filled with thriving plants and bountiful harvests. But these individuals have been doing this for quite a while, perfecting their green thumb and learning what it takes to succeed. It would be nice if you could simply…
As a gardener, it’s sometimes frustrating to plant crops where you only have a short window of food provisions. This is fine if you’re growing crops to can or dehydrate for future use. But you probably want to have a food source going at all times. One way to achieve this is to garden using…
When you decide to start your own garden, there are many different types of things you can grow, from flowers to fruits, herbs and vegetables. Depending on the purpose for you growing your garden, you may want to select the most nutritious foods possible to nurture your body to good health. You have to first…
Organic gardens are gardens that produce plants and vegetables that are grown and handled naturally. There are many people who are understandably concerned about the chemicals that are sprayed on commercial fruits and vegetables and the additives they’re given to keep them fresh. We all know how fruits and vegetables are healthy for our…
Are you looking for something to add a little spice to your already blooming garden? Why not make that beautiful garden into a backyard oasis? Add a simple, yet elegant water garden to create an exotic feel and make your friends and neighbors envy you. A water garden isn’t that hard to set up as…
Herb gardening is a popular hobby for those who want to grow plants in a small area. They’re pretty much the easiest things to grow and can be a rewarding hobby for gardening enthusiasts. An herb garden can be grown in a planter hung outside of your window if you happen to live in an…
Many new gardeners mistakenly believe there’s a small window of opportunity for them to grow their own food. They believe that planting in Spring and harvesting through the summer is the only chance they’ll have to bring a harvest to fruition. The truth is, there are plenty of Fall and winter crops you can plant…
