by Homesteader | Dec 11, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Direct Access to Fresh Produce Experience the Difference in Flavor One of the first things I noticed when I joined a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program was the incredible difference in flavor. Freshly harvested produce, often picked the same day, has this...
by Homesteader | Dec 11, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Understanding the Basics of Composting Toilets What is a Composting Toilet? So, let’s start with the basics. A composting toilet is a type of toilet designed to treat human waste through composting. Unlike traditional toilets that flush waste away with water,...
by Homesteader | Dec 10, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Maximizing Vertical Gardening Understanding Vertical Gardening You know, one thing that changed the game for me was discovering vertical gardening. It’s such a creative and efficient way to grow veggies and herbs even in the smallest of spaces! Instead of...
by Homesteader | Dec 10, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
1. Design Your Space Understanding Your Landscape When I first decided to dabble in permaculture, the most crucial step was understanding my landscape. I wandered around my property with my notebook, taking notes on the sun patterns, wind directions, and existing...
by Homesteader | Dec 9, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Understanding the Basics of Seed Saving Why Save Seeds? Let me tell you, saving seeds is one of the most rewarding things you can do as a gardener. It’s kind of like keeping a part of your garden’s history alive! Not only does it save you a little cash in the long...
