Take a step back in time, back to when you were young. Most of us have memories of either our parent’s garden or our grandparents, and tapping into these magical moments can remind you of some of the benefits of gardening with children. There is much to be learned from gardening and many of the […]
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How To Start An Organic Edible Garden
About planting an organic edible garden from when to plant, how to prepare your garden soil, what to grow, and recipes to make from your organic edible garden.
Rain Water Harvesting- What, Why, And How
Harvesting and storing rain water can be of immense benefit to homeowners. It ensures that they are able to enjoy access to the water they need without having to pay a utility charge. The harvested water is mostly useful for outdoor irrigation. However, it can even have some indoor uses. Learning more about rain water […]
How To Make A Flower Bed
Is there a spot in your yard that you often walk by and think “this spot is pretty boring” or “it would be nice to add a little something here”? Well, that happened to me recently and I am loving the small flowerbed that I designed and have now planted flowers in. There are so […]
The Mayapple Plant And Transplanting Mayapples
Whether you are creating edible landscaping for your homestead or you just enjoy native plants, mayapples are a great choice. Mayapples are fairly easy to grow and this edible wild food can be found for in large quantities right out in the woods. First, I will tell you some general information about the mayapple plant. […]
How To Grow Blueberries: A Beautiful, Bountiful Shrub
These easy-going shrubs are beautiful and they bare blueberries within 2-3 years. I just bought mine at a nursery because early spring is the best time of year to plant them. I talked to the people at the nursery, did some online research, and consulted with my mom to find out as much as possible […]
Thrifty Herb Garden: What, Why, and How
Do you like fresh herbs, but hate how much they cost at the grocery store? Here is a great idea- take matters into your own hands by making a thrifty herb garden! The thing about this window herb garden idea is you alway have herbs on hand for gourmet additions to your meals. It is […]