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January Garden To Do List -Homestead Tasks
What’s on your January garden to do list? I have my handy garden binder printed out, gathered up my favorite colored pens to start planning what new plants I want to try out in my garden this year. I’m in heaven day dreaming about my garden. Pouring over seed catalogs next to the fireplace in […]
Unique Garden Ideas – See My Bathtub Gardens!
I was looking for an easy way to make a garden, one that I could easily take care of and weed. I had a few Unique Garden Ideas in mind. We had an old bathtub on the farm that Mr. Barry used as target practice in the back field of the old farm. We brought […]
7 Must Get Beginner Herbal Books For Your Library
Are you wanting to learn more about herbal remedies? Herbs can really help your body heal faster, you can amaze your family as you learn about the different herbs for healing common health issues arise from time to time. You just might want to add all of these 7 amazing must get beginner herbal books […]
17 Gifts For Gardeners Who Have Everything
Getting gifts for gardeners can be tricky especially when you’re not sure what to get. I’ve made up a list of gifts for gardeners who have everything that will help you pick that perfect gift to your garden lover friend. I’m sure you know someone that loves to garden but they seem to have everything […]
Best Time of Day To Pick Wild Blackberries
I love this time of year! It’s Berry Season! Strawberries, blueberries and blackberries are my favorite. I have some local places to buy these fresh in You-Pick farms. But when is the Best time of day to pick wild blackberries? Does it really matter? I like to pick berries in the morning before it gets […]
Is Growing Your Own Food Worth It?
Are you still on the fence about whether or not you should have a garden? Is growing your own food worth it? Read the many benefits to growing your own food, it might help change your mind. Is Growing Your Own Food Worth it? YES!! I think it’s totally worth it to grow your own […]
Insect Hotel Bee Bug House -Benefits in the Garden
Many of you know that I Love Bugs! So of course I’m going to talk about the benefits of adding an insect hotel bee bug house to your garden. Insect Hotel Encourage Beneficial Insects Into Your GardenNatural Insect Hotel, Bee & Butterfly HouseLuxurious Insect Hotel For Your Homestead Garden Some bugs are a gardeners best […]
Planning a Garden For Beginners -5 Things You Must Do First
So you’ve decided to start a garden but you’re a beginner and not sure what how to get started. I’ve got you covered! I’ll give you some tips for planning a garden for beginners and also give you 5 things you must do first before you start planning. 5 Things You Must Do Before You […]
Best Sun Hats For Gardening and Summer Fun
It’s gardening time again! I’m so excited to get in the garden, I have so many plans and ideas I want to try this year and I’m itching for the weather to warm up so I can get outside and play in the dirt. But first I need to find the best sun hats for […]
Herbs To Plant In The Fall Lavender
Herbs To Plant In The Fall Lavender Part 3 of the series…Herbs To Plant In The Fall Lavender. Who doesn’t love lavender?! This might not be commonly associated with fall herbs and flavors, but lavender is easy to grow in the fall and can withstand slightly cooler temperatures. There are so many wonderful uses […]