If you live in a rural area, gardening and wildlife might have to coexist. We do not garden for wildlife, as some animal lovers suggest, but we also don't garden against animals. We just garden while creatures big and small pass by. Gardening in Harmony: Strategies for Coexisting with Wildlife. In ...
Grow What You Eat and Eat What You Grow
Gardening is a craft that brings a lot of joy, fun, and fulfillment. It inspires our natural desire to create and provide for ourselves. You can grow what you eat and eat what you grow. If you put some thought into it, it can replace a big portion of your grocery shopping list. Wow! Do you want to ...
When and How to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors
Growing your tomatoes is fun. You can start by browsing seed catalogs during the winter, planting seeds in early spring, and harvesting the ripe fruit in summer. This article will discuss when and how to start tomatoes indoors using a 'no-fail' method that involves less work. This method has worked ...
Winter Sowing Seeds in a Cold Climate (Zone 3)
Winter Sowing Seeds in a Cold Climate (Zone 3). Winter sowing is a way to start seeds outdoors in a small container greenhouse while it is still winter. Since the most common containers are used milk jugs, it is also sometimes referred to as milk jug sowing. It was first invented by Trudi Davidoff. ...
Spring Indoor Seed-Starting Schedule – Free Printable
After using this spring indoor seed-starting schedule for annual vegetable seeds for several years now, do we still recommend it, or is it time for a new plan? This spring indoor seed-starting schedule with a Free Printable is much more than just another printable schedule. We explain the reasons ...
Starting Seeds Without Grow Lights
One of the most significant benefits of starting your seeds is the cost. However, that can quickly be overshadowed if you buy expensive grow lights and run them for months. With energy costs rising, the question arises: What about starting seeds without growing lights? It's possible, and in this ...
Build a root cellar in the basement
A root cellar is an excellent addition to any homestead. Ideally, it should be built into a hillside, featuring an entry space and a cellar room. However, most of us do not have that option. Modern houses often lack a cold room. What can you do? Build a root cellar in the basement. A relatively ...
Organizing and Storing Seeds
Organizing and storing seeds properly simplifies the busy sowing season and saves money by preventing the purchase of duplicates and prolonging the shelf life of the seeds we already have. There is no need to buy new seeds every year. When organizing seeds, you can go from very simple to super ...
Roasted Root Vegetables Recipe
The roasted root vegetable recipe is a delicious dish you should make a staple in your home. It is a true garden-to-table recipe that is simple, delicious, and realistically adds to your self-sufficiency list. From garden to table Self-sufficiency is a fancy word that, in its true sense, no ...
Exploring Alternatives to Starting Seedlings Early
Once the winter holidays end, gardeners get excited to start preparing for the next growing season. While there is nothing inherently wrong with starting seeds early, more effective alternatives are worth exploring. In this blog post, we will explore these alternatives, and perhaps you will discover ...
