The Secret to Cuddly Chickens
If you have ever raised chickens with the intention of pets, you…
Enzymes for Plants: The Secret to Boosting Harvests and Blooms
A great secret to a thriving garden, enzymes make nutrients in the…
8 Benefits of Wildflower Lawns
Urban sprawl has helped to bring the modern lawn into existence. The…
Springing Some Leeks (and Other Ephemeral Gems)
It’s spring, so it’s wild leek season here in Connecticut. Foraging for…
Gardening by the Moon
"That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind." …
Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips
I love this time of year… wildflowers blooming; picnics with loved ones;…
Fantastic Figs from Your Farm: It’s Easier than You Might Think.
If you are considering the addition of fruit trees to your homestead,…
Eco-Landscaping Can Trim Home Energy Costs
Especially in this time of inflation and rising energy costs, heating and…
Quick-pickled Red Onions
Crunchy, sour, sweet, and spicy, I love pickles. Basically, if you can…
Relief for Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, and Poison Sumac: The Poisonous Triplets
"Oh My Heavens! It's in My Bellybutton!" Taming the Poisonous Triplets The…
The Benefits of Bats on the Homestead
Bats are among the most misunderstood creatures on the planet. For centuries,…
Small-Scale Rabbit Farming
Small-scale rabbit farming is an excellent idea for homesteaders who want to…
