Whether you’re already on a homestead or dreaming of being a homesteader, homesteading skills are invaluable – and lots of fun! They give you a real sense of accomplishment, you save money, and you’re becoming more self-reliant in the process….
Most flower gardens begin to fade during October. But by incorporating these 17 carefully selected plants, you can create a vibrant autumn landscape filled with color and interest. This collection of dazzling fall-blooming varieties, featuring beautiful flowers and colorful foliage,…
Let’s brainstorm the 13 best cow breeds for small farms, ranches, yards, and homesteads! These cows produce ample milk and delicious meat and have other lesser-known benefits. They’re also easy to raise and are excellent natural lawnmowers who happily help…
As the days grow shorter, nature puts on a spectacular show with trees adorned in vibrant autumn hues. And of all the trees with colorful fall leaves, these 21 are our favorites. Their fiery red, deep purple, and golden yellow…
October is one of the best months for homesteaders! We always adore the cozy autumn festivities, Halloween decorations, tasty garden harvests, and the hope of a lovely holiday season. But it’s not time to celebrate just yet! We should address…
Fall presents a golden opportunity for gardeners to enhance their landscapes with flowering perennials. Many think of spring as the prime planting season. But autumn offers ideal conditions for sowing many hardy crops that will return year after year. The…
Pumpkin season has arrived! It’s time to usher in the excitement of Halloween and fall festivities. But before carving your jack-o’-lanterns, check out our massive collection of 27 free pumpkin stencils and designs. We’ve gathered many spooky, funny, and adorable…
Let’s explore 18 stunning black flowers perfect for backyard gardens, flower beds, borders, or backdrops! These dark-hued blossoms attract friendly bees, and some can also handle the chilly autumn weather. Although they lack the bright shades of sunflowers and wildflower…
Let’s explore the world of sustainable gardening! We’ll start with our 17 best tips for creating a self-sufficient garden and an optimized backyard space. We’ll reveal our best insights for growing yummy food, conserving resources, and fostering biodiversity while building…
Let’s brainstorm 21 beautiful orange flowers perfect for spring, summer, or autumn gardens! These sunshine-colored blossoms attract pollinators and can handle the heat or the cold. Each one brings something unique to the table. The bright or deep orange burst…
Winter will be here before you know it. But don’t let that stop you from soaking up the sun! We’ve compiled 21 fun and thrifty backyard projects to bring your outdoor space to life. These DIY activities can help you…
Winter will be here before you know it! And it’s during this time your visiting songbirds need your help the most. Because in the winter, many of the bird’s natural food sources, like insects, fruit, berries, nuts, and seeds, are…
September is one of our favorite months for homesteading! We love the cozy autumn fires, tasty pumpkin seeds, and last-minute fall harvests. But there’s also much work around the homestead before winter sets in! Join us while we explore the…
We can’t believe that summer is nearly over. And fall’s first overnight frost will be here before we know what happened! In the meantime, you still have time to plant an epic September garden with plenty of tasty veggies, fragrant…
We love growing garden zucchini! They’re one of the fastest and easiest-to-grow garden crops for homesteaders, ranchers, and farmers. The only problem is that we often have way too many leftover zucchini! And figuring out how to enjoy them is…
Homegrown veggies and herbs make the best pizza ingredients! Making freshly baked pizza is also a delicious and rewarding way to enjoy your garden’s harvest. So, let’s transform your backyard garden into an epic pizza production paradise by growing the…