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...
