by Valerie Morris | Jun 16, 2018 | Gardening, Homesteading, Landscaping
When you are out in the garden, the sun is beating down on you and your fingers, and probably your knees, are in the dirt. It's important to wear clothing that lets you move easily, is breathable and also gives you some protection from the elements. From head to...
by Adrienne Boese | Jun 16, 2018 | DIY, Gardening, Homesteading, Landscaping
Starting your own garden can seem overwhelming at first. But with a little bit of knowledge and know-how, you'll easily be able to set up your own backyard garden. There are plenty of books out there to choose from, but here are 5 good books that will help get you...
by Valerie Morris | Jun 16, 2018 | Gardening, Landscaping
Pruning your plants with a good set (and the right set) of shears is extremely important. Using shears, also called garden scissors or pruners, is far superior to using a knife and healthier for your plants than just snapping things off with your hands. To start,...
by Valerie Morris | Jun 16, 2018 | Gardening, Homesteading
Friends, my go-to garden shoe is typically an old running shoe. Sadly, these are typically worn down inside and out, and aren't ideal for hours of working in the garden. If this is the case, then you may have noticed one adverse side effect of this choice—namely,...
by Valerie Morris | Jun 16, 2018 | DIY, Earth Friendly, Gardening, Homesteading, Landscaping, Simple Living
If you're not careful, gardening can become a pretty pricey hobby, but like most homesteaders out there, we're looking for a few other ways to do things. We love saving a buck or two with some slightly unconventional methods. Some of these work really well, and some...
by Valerie Morris | Jun 13, 2018 | Gardening, Homesteading, Simple Living
New To Gardening? Here are some tips: Starting your own veggie garden may seem intimidating. How big should your garden be? What should you plant and where? Should you use compost? How often should you water? These are all easily answerable questions. And...
