by Homesteader | Dec 4, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Improved Soil Fertility Understanding Soil Nutrients Let me tell you, when I first started gardening, I had no idea how much attention soil really deserved. It’s the lifeblood of your plants! Different crops require various nutrients from the soil. For instance,...
by Homesteader | Dec 3, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Choosing the Right Medicinal Herbs Understanding Your Needs Before you even think about planting anything, sit down and ask yourself what you want from your medicinal herb garden. Different herbs offer different benefits—some can help with digestion, while others...
by Homesteader | Dec 3, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Raised Garden Beds Why Choose Raised Beds? When I first started gardening, I didn’t realize the magic of raised garden beds. They not only make gardening easier on the back, but they also help manage soil quality. By elevating your plants, you get better drainage and...
by Homesteader | Dec 2, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Understand Your Soil Testing Soil Quality One of the first things I did on my homestead was to get to know my soil. And trust me, you can’t skip this step! Testing your soil quality is vital because it tells you what nutrients are lacking and what pH level...
by Homesteader | Dec 2, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
1. Providing Food Sources Meat Production When I first jumped into homesteading, the thought of raising livestock for meat was both exhilarating and a tad intimidating. The reality hit me that these animals could provide a sustainable food source right from my...
by Homesteader | Dec 1, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Choosing the Right Location for Your Greenhouse Assessing Sunlight Availability One of the first things I learned when I dove into the world of gardening is that sunlight is integral. When I was looking for the perfect spot for my greenhouse, I spent a whole day just...