Perennial gardens are the backdrop of every homestead. These four tips will get you started planting different types of perennial gardens in all corners of your property. Now that we’ve moved to our new homestead, I have been pondering where to plant my herbaceous perennials beds and herb garden. Because we live on a standard size (.22 acre) suburban lot,…
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5 Tips to Conserve Water in Your Garden
Xeriscaping can be a beautiful way to create a yard that will conserve water, be budget-friendly, and also inviting. There is an abundance of water-friendly plants to choose for any zone you might live in. Whether you want to save money on your water bill or you want to help conserve water for environmental reasons, xeriscaping can help. Xeriscaping is…
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7 Garden Trellis Ideas for a Bountiful Vegetable Harvest
Be sure to utilize at least one garden trellis in your overall garden plan. There are many benefits to growing a least some of your vegetables vertically. Garden trellis’ are such a great idea for utilizing space. You’ll be surprised how many plants can be grown vertically instead of on the ground. Growing your own food can be very rewarding,…
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Seasonal Fruit and Vegetable Shopping Guide
The seasonal fruit and vegetable shopping guide will show you when fresh food is really in season. Buy in the right season, stock up and save. One of the best ways that I have been able to build out my pantry is by paying attention to the buying cycles for fresh fruits and vegetables. I grow a fair amount of…
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The 30 Day Pantry Challenge
Does your pantry need an update? We’ve got you covered! Join the 30 day pantry challenge and create a pantry that’s just right for your family. Recently, I was talking to my friend Darcy, about the dismal state of my food pantry. You see, even after years of teaching about food storage and preparedness, I began neglecting my pantry….
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