If you live in a shady or wooded area like me, you may wonder about the best plants for hanging baskets in the shade. Thankfully, there are tons of gorgeous plants to choose from that thrive away from direct sunlight,…
If you’ve never tried propagating succulents, you’ll be amazed at how easy and fun it is! Unlike other fussier plants, succulents such as aloe vera will sprout roots with surprisingly little encouragement, making it simple for us to turn one…
Remember The Shining’s “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy?” Well, today, it’s all about play and making your garden look creepy for this year’s Halloween with some eerie, scary, sometimes cute, occasionally evil, and horror-movie-themed garden…
Fruit trees that grow in the shade! Many homesteaders think that if they want a fruit tree in their yard, they need a spacious and sunny space for the tree to spread its roots. But that’s not always the case! There…
When planting artichokes, mix in some good companion plants to help them grow well and ward off pests. And to bolster your veggie harvest! In this artichoke companion planting guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about what…
This morning, someone asked me whether they can use well water to water their raised gardens. However, the answer to this question is quite complicated. All well water is different, and if you don’t know what’s in yours, you might…
The best container tomatoes to grow in pots! For most homesteaders, fresh garden tomatoes will come at the top of their list of yummy garden crops to sow and grow. And if I could only grow one thing in my…
Growing a tomato hanging basket is a great way to make the best use of a cramped garden or homestead. Hanging baskets can be put outside a window or balcony, enabling everyone to cultivate homegrown tomatoes, even if you don’t…
Mint is one of the easiest herbs to grow, harvest, and store, but you’ll still need to collect the leaves and stems sustainably so you don’t kill the plant. However, if you harvest it correctly, there’s no end to the…
Propagate plant cuttings in potatoes! Growing cuttings of your favorite plant can be frustrating. Even trees that are well known for growing easily from cuttings sometimes aren’t that easy to propagate – and sometimes, you end up with dead sticks…
How to make grass green fast! No one wants a brown, patchy lawn. Achieving and maintaining a healthy green lawn can be tricky, but with the right tips and tricks? It is doable! So – what should you do if…
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Straw bale gardening – is there a gardening method that sounds easier? Straw bale gardening is a great way to avoid the most common problems people have when gardening – plus, it’s simple! All you need to do is buy…
Ask anyone living off the grid – the path to self-reliance is about skills development, perseverance, and savvy planning. Moving away from the conveniences of urban living is both challenging and risky! A checklist for off-grid living is essential to help steer your transition…
Most everyone knows Murphy’s Law. Anything that can go wrong will go wrong. And at the worst time! Those of us who garden suspect that Murphy is a bit too optimistic. Hopefully, our list of funny plant sayings, garden quotes,…
Cherry tomatoes are a delicious and versatile addition to any garden or kitchen. And they can be grown indoors or out. We’ll share our best tips for growing cherry tomatoes in pots! So – if you are looking for a…