'No Dig’ gardening, the ingenious, increasingly popular method pioneered by Englishman Charles Dowding, lets you make the most of your vegetable garden—without spending all your time weeding.
There can be a lot of information out there when learning how to start a homestead. But don’t feel overwhelmed! Taking it one step at a time and making small changes can help you adjust your lifestyle the easiest way. Only some people can jump into a self-sufficient homesteading lifestyle both feet in. Learn as...Read More
Instead of using synthetic or toxic chemicals, organic gardeners create a natural garden ecosystem that gives more to the earth than it takes away. More than anything else, organic gardening requires altering your mindset about gardening. Here are three basic concepts to get you started on your path to an organic garden.
Self-reliant living starts with re-skilling, and unless you have a mentor handy, there's no better way than hitting the books. These are my favorite books for self reliant living, and they're taught me more than
Permaculture food forests are autopilot gardens that need little human intervention except in the beginning. Here's how to build one.
No matter how finished I think my garden is or how many years I've been doing it, I am always looking for inspiration to make it work better or look better. These are some of the gardens I reference for inspiration all the time. Dear Diary, Today is April 23rd and I'm worried I've...Read More
Have a look at our fabulous collection of DIY ideas to plan your own vegetable garden, to help create one that is attractive and edible.
Check out the 13 most beautiful gardens on Pinterest to inspire your outdoor goals. Cottage-core, beach vibes, desert oasis, and more!
Tiered planters are beautiful and easy to do! You can DIY or buy one. Take a look at these amazing planter ideas and choose your favorite!
Don't have a traditional homestead yet, but you're still wanting to feel like a homesteader?! Check out this list of 27 homesteading skills you can practice up on before you have an ACTUAL homestead. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links, for our full disclosure click HERE. Are you interested in jumping into homesteading, even
When it's too hot to turn on the oven, cool off with these summer supper recipes. These salads, sandwiches, pastas, and soups highlight summer's best ingredients.
August has settled in like honey— sticky and sweet. The mornings greet us with dewdrops and cooler temperatures. But the sun, rich and golden, will still warm the days. The air is thick with change. Summer is fading into something more earnest. A squirrel on our front porch is eating a peach from ou
Whether you grow a conventional or organic vegetable garden, these tips will help you use fertilizer more effectively.
We've all seen them. Those huge listicles with ideas for making money on your homestead. A laundry list of things that could potentially bring in income, but mostly just a few dollars here or there.
If you are an avid gardener or wish to have a potting shed for putting around, why not add one to your garden for a charming environment.
From raised beds to balcony planters, these simple vegetable garden ideas will inspire you to turn your outdoor space into a bountiful harvest!
Victory gardens were a popular wartime solution for supplementing food rations and environmental experts say it's time to bring them back.
I'm relieved I didn't have Tiktok six years ago because the pull to get our homestead would have been so strong. I would have rushed for something I wasn't ready for because of comparison. It's
Come dig (or, don't dig!) into natural no-till gardening - what it is, how to do it, and the stellar benefits it offers to organic soil and plant health.
25 best vegetable garden design ideas & easy layout plans for beginners & pros to grow your own food in a front or backyard edible landscape.
Learn how to amend and fertilize garden bed soil before planting or between seasons, with tips on compost, mulch, no-till and more!
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Learn how to plant a three sisters garden and why this trio of plants work so well together.
7 best vegetable garden layout ideas on soil, sun orientations, spacing, varieties, plans & design secrets to create productive & beautiful kitchen gardens.
I’ve had a lot of gardens over the years. My early gardens consisted of mainly raised garden beds. When I say raised…
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If you find yourself struggling to try to figure out how much to plant per person in the garden for a year's worth of food - look no further.
Can you really homestead on 1 acre of land or less? Yes! Here's how to make the most of your small homestead by choosing the best livestock and plants!
Growing a garden for self-sufficiency is going to provide you with valuable skills and food freedom. But, not all crops are created equal. Some crops are going to be better for self-sufficient gardeners than others.
Wondering if it's possible to homestead with a full time job? It definitely is! Here's exactly how I do it! Mini Urban Farm
Everything you need to know about one of 2020's biggest garden trends...
Raising a years worth of food is something I get asked about quite a bit, especially what it takes and what's involved. Today we're going to dive into some common myths people have, both in
Get inspired to plant your vegetable garden with this beautiful assortment of kitchen garden ideas in various sizes and styles!
Learn how to plant, care for, and harvest perennial herbs in hot climates, so you can enjoy a bountiful herb garden year-round.
No matter how finished I think my garden is or how many years I've been doing it, I am always looking for inspiration to make it work better or look better. These are some of the gardens I reference for inspiration all the time. Dear Diary, Today is April 23rd and I'm worried I've...Read More
These 10 Old-Fashioned Money-Saving Skills will help you to live more frugally and be more self-sufficient all while learning to appreciate a simpler life!
Low maintenance farm animals promote sustainable practices and are a wise choice for beginners or those with limited experience in farming.
20 tips I use to keep my garden in great shape. Vegetable gardens should be two things: productive and beautiful. These tips will help you achieve both.
Beginner or a guru growing vegetables, make mistakes. It's important to learn and move on. Here's a list of 8 mistakes NOT to make [LEARN MORE]
My name is Allison Vallin Kostovick, and I’ve been an organic gardener in Maine for the past 20 years. Over that time, I’ve slowly been on a quest to create my very own secret garden nestled among the woods.
This French kitchen garden is actually quite attainable—here's how to design a potager for your home.
