The Praying Mantis: A Gardener’s Friend
The warmth of spring brings out the start of the gardening season…
Pros and Cons of Owning a Rain Barrel on the Homestead
Water is more than just a basic need; it is an essential…
Top Ten Wild Birds for Controlling Insects in the Garden
Destructive insects munching away on your garden plants can quickly wreak havoc…
Africa’s Super Crop: The Ancient Grain That Thrives Where Others Fail
Imagine if you had the option of inventing a new crop that…
Tips from an Established Forest Garden
Starting a forest garden on your homestead is one of the best…
Genteel Chamomile
"Chamomile is put to divers and sundry uses, both for pleasure and…
Growing Cash: Simple Ways to Make Your Garden Turn a Profit
Whether we work acres of land or tend a container garden, homesteaders…
French Intensive Gardening: Optimizing Your Output
If you are searching for a way to dramatically increase your harvest…
Managing Invasive Plant Species on the Homestead
Invasive plant species anywhere on the homestead are a problem for the…
Growing Red Wine Cap Mushrooms on the Homestead
Homesteaders are constantly trying to find a new product they can produce…
Coleus: A Deer-Proof, Shade-Loving Garden Solution
Are the deer eating all the flowers in your garden? Is there…
Tips for Starting a CSA, Successfully
Many people begin homesteading as a way to escape the rat race…
