Bring your garden to life with the vibrant, spirited presence of hummingbirds! These enchanting garden visitors always look for nectar-rich blooms, so we’ve curated a list of the top 21 flowers hummingbirds love the most. Whether you have a sprawling…
Raising chickens can be a rewarding experience, even if you’re working with limited space. Whether you have a small backyard, a budding farm, or a modest homestead, a backyard chicken coop brings many benefits. So, let’s explore ten versatile and…
Welcome to the enchanting world of moonlit gardens, where the night blooms come alive and your backyard transforms into a nocturnal paradise! We’ve curated a list of 21 stunning nighttime plants and flowers that will illuminate your evenings with their…
Welcome to our guide about Rhode Island Red chickens! Picture this: a chicken with feathers in the color of a beautiful sunset strutting around like it owns the place. That’s the Rhode Island Red – confident, sassy, and ready to…
In the quest for a lush, sustainable, and low-maintenance lawn, you might overlook a tiny powerhouse: clover. Often dismissed as a weed, this humble plant shines as a valuable lawn alternative, offering many little-known benefits beyond its vibrant green hue….
Welcome to the bustling world of our July garden, where plants flourish and life abounds! Amidst the leaves and blossoms, insects, arachnids, and tiny critters thrive. While some may wreak havoc on your precious crops, others are the unsung heroes,…
Homesteaders need more pollinators! Bees, butterflies, birds, bats, and insects are the ultimate matchmakers of the natural world. They visit flower to flower, sprinkling pollen like a botanical Tinder. And guess what? Three-quarters of the planet’s flowering plants and about…
Hop into the enchanting world of Lionhead rabbits with us! It’s where fluff meets folklore. These pint-sized puffballs have a history as rich as their velvety coats. From backwoods homesteaders to modern-day bunny enthusiasts, everyone’s ears perk up at the…
July and August are some of the best months to support your veggies, fruits, and shrubs with a side dressing fertilizer. Many of your garden crops produce ample fruits and veggies in these fertile summer months and would benefit from…
Do you have a wall that’s feeling too boring? Or a fence that’s more blah than bam!? Fear not! We’re about to embark on a botanical adventure to transform nearly any mundane surface, farm fence, or wall into living, breathing…
Catnip is an exhilarating pink or white-flowered herb that turns your aloof feline into a twirling, purring ball of joy. Our enchanting catnip guide will unlock the secrets of cultivating this lovely plant, from tiny seeds to full-blown cat euphoria….
I can’t believe it’s already June! Our New England garden is bursting at the seams with lovely tomato plants, peppers, tea herbs, beans, pumpkins, and a veritable armada of butternut squash. But what if you’re behind schedule? Fear not, fellow…
Butternut squash is the ultimate homesteading crop! It only takes up a tiny space in your garden, so you don’t need a massive farm to make plenty of food. (All you need is a small garden and room for their…
Dominique chickens are multi-purpose birds, excelling in egg production and meat quality. But what sets them apart are their hidden superpowers. They’re hardy, resourceful foragers and reliable brooders. We penned this all-in-one Dominique chicken guide to celebrate their legendary roles…
Hummingbirds dash through our gardens like living jewels. Their delicate wings beat faster than the human eye can perceive, and their iridescent plumage glimmers in the sunlight. But these enchanting creatures face a formidable challenge! Their feeders attract admirers and competitive garden guests,…
