If you’re tired of spending every weekend fussing with sprinklers or wincing at your water bill, you’re not alone. That’s why I love these 21 xeriscaping plants. They’re the toughest, most beautiful plants for low-water, xeriscaped gardens. Many of them…
There’s always something that needs doing on the homestead—but it’s not always easy to know what to tackle first. Some jobs are better saved for cooler days. Others make more sense when you’ve got time, tools, or rain on the…
You’ve babied your herbs all season long. And now your garden is bursting with more fragrant goodness than you can use in a month. Don’t let those hard-earned herbs go limp in the fridge! Instead, try these nine innovative ways…
When grocery bills keep climbing and paychecks stay flat, it’s time to fight back with these money-saving homesteading skills! We’re talking about more than backyard hobbies. These skills are your secret weapons against rising costs and uncertain times. They can…
July is when your homestead hits its absolute peak power! These essential July homesteading tasks will transform your property into a thriving oasis of abundance, setting you up for incredible harvests that’ll carry you through winter. Get ready to work…
June is like a golden hour for homesteaders and gardeners. It’s when spring’s hard work transforms our landscapes into a floriferous, fragrant, and fruitful paradise. But before we kick back and savor the season, a few critical chores call for…
May is the magical month when homesteading dreams fully awaken! Seeds sprout, pollinators return, and your garden buzzes with possibility. There’s also lots of work to get done. But it’s worth the effort. These essential May homesteading tasks will set…
Let’s brainstorm the 21 most delicious apple tree varieties and cultivars for your backyard garden or food forest! Because planting an apple tree isn’t just growing fruit. Nope. It’s more like creating a homestead heirloom that will feed your family…
Spring is finally here. But we can’t celebrate yet. We have too much work to do! Now’s the best time to discuss the 15 most critical April tasks to set your spring homestead up for success. Let’s tackle the most…
The snow might still be lingering in your backyard, but spring will be here before you know it! So now’s a great time to discuss the 15 most critical March tasks to set your homestead up for success. Let’s tackle…
February might seem like a sleepy month for homesteaders. But don’t be fooled by those gray skies and chilly winter storms! February is when savvy homesteaders lay the groundwork for an incredibly successful year ahead. Let’s leverage this time to…
January isn’t just another month on the homestead – it’s the launching pad for our growing season! While frost patterns dance on windowpanes and winter winds howl, experienced homesteaders know these essential January homesteading tasks are our foundation for success….
The winter weather is coming! Whether you’re facing a light dusting of sleet or a severe winter storm with heavy snow, strong winds, and extreme cold, knowing how to prepare for snowstorms can make all the difference. With decades of…
As winter’s icy fingers grip the December landscape, homesteaders don’t retreat indoors—instead, they spring into action! These December homesteading tasks are the heartbeat of sustainable living, from protecting livestock and building our soil over winter to winterizing infrastructure and planning…
The following 21 fast-growing trees and shrubs offer an elegant firewood solution for homesteaders, farmers, ranchers, and anyone seeking sustainable heat for their home. I’m passionate about this topic because, in our era of rising energy costs, the ability to…