by Homesteader | May 3, 2023 | Attitudes and Mind Sets, Growing Fruits, Growing Vegetables, Heirlooms, Non-GMO and Seed Saving/Storing, Homestead Gardening, Homesteading Lifestyle
It’s that time of year! We have tilled our garden and are seeing the seedlings come through. It’s one of my favorite times of year on the homestead. We love tomatoes – so that’s pretty much a guaranteed part of our annual planting. Over the...
by Homesteader | Apr 6, 2023 | Alternative Growing Methods, Growing Vegetables, Homestead Gardening, hydroponic farming, hydroponic growing
Introduction to Hydroponic Gardening: Gardening is a fulfilling hobby that provides an opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the fruits of our labor. However, traditional gardening techniques can be a little challenging and restrictive, especially for those who...
by Homesteader | Mar 17, 2023 | Alternative Growing Methods, Greenhouse, Growing Vegetables, Homestead Gardening, Organic Farming, Organic Gardening and Growing
Benefits of Growing Organic Vegetables Using Raised Beds Growing your own organic vegetables can be a great way to save money, enjoy fresh produce, and be more sustainable. One of the best ways to do this is by using raised beds. Raised beds are great for growing...
by Homesteader | Mar 3, 2023 | Growing Vegetables, Homestead Gardening, Organic Farming, Organic Gardening and Growing
How to Make Your Fresh Greens Last Longer When you harvest your fresh vegetables and greens from your garden, many times you will have more than you planned. Of course, giving to the neighbors is always an option, but if that’s not the best plan you probably...
by Homesteader | Feb 18, 2023 | Growing Vegetables, Homestead Gardening, Homesteading Lifestyle
Build a Root Cellar to Store Food Do you want to store your food safely and naturally? If yes, then building a root cellar is a great way to do it. A root cellar is an underground room or a large container that is used to store food and other items at a constant...
by Homesteader | Feb 8, 2023 | Composting Tips, Growing Vegetables, Homestead Gardening, Organic Farming, Organic Gardening and Growing, worm farming
How Do I Prepare the Soil for Spring Planting on My Homestead? It’s that time of year when we start thinking about our garden. After a long winter, Homesteaders everywhere are anxiously awaiting the arrival of Spring so they can get their hands dirty and start...