by Homesteader | Apr 20, 2020 | Alternative Growing Methods, Growing Fruits, Growing Vegetables, Heirlooms, Non-GMO and Seed Saving/Storing, Homestead Gardening, Homesteading Lifestyle, Organic Farming, Organic Gardening and Growing, Seeds and Planting
Why do we value heirloom seeds? What are heirloom seeds? Any plant seed varieties that have been grown for years and have not been genetically modified are classified as heirloom seeds. The seeds can be for vegetables, fruits, flowers, trees, or anything else...
by Homesteader | Dec 3, 2018 | Homestead Gardening, Homesteading Lifestyle, worm farming
Many homesteaders have started worm farming to help in the growth and benefit of their homestead farm. Worm farms can be a tremendous assistance in helping with homesteading – and especially a great benefit to crop production. In this article we will explore...
by Homesteader | Dec 1, 2018 | Home Life, Homestead Gardening, Homesteading Lifestyle, Organic Farming, Organic Gardening and Growing, Stretching the Homestead Budget
Many families choose to homestead because of the benefits and joys to the family. There are some significant health benefits to the family that can be directly associated with homesteading. Let’s discuss how your homestead organic garden can help improve your...
by Homesteader | Nov 15, 2018 | Composting Tips, Homestead Gardening, Homesteading Lifestyle
Homestead Composting is an important and integral part of growing and sustaining your homestead garden. If you haven’t started your compost or simply want a refresher, we will share some great tips to starting your homestead composting plan. Let us know what you...
by Homesteader | Nov 13, 2018 | Composting Tips, Home Life, Homestead Gardening, Seeds and Planting
Recently, we have been posting more posts on composting. It’s a great time of year to be working our composting bins and getting ready for the planting season. We simply want to add some thoughts and testimonials on the importance and necessity of composting....
by Homesteader | Nov 11, 2018 | Composting Tips, Growing Vegetables, Homestead Gardening, Homesteading Lifestyle, Organic Gardening and Growing
That obviously is the general idea behind this post. There’s a lot of products out there about composting and compost and the last thing you require is another one that explains the technical aspect of the procedure and the clinical basis behind the significance...