Mastering the Art of Self-Sufficiency in the UK
For anyone who grew up watching the BBC's The Good Life, the very idea of "being self-sufficient" seems like a romantic dream that is perfectly…
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Niki Wilkinson
Practical ideas for growing, making and building a more self-reliant home. Find something useful for the space, time and budget you have.
The Power of Self-Reliance on a Homestead
Living self-sufficiently on a homestead is an incredibly rewarding endeavor, but it does come with its challenges. Many people may be intimidated by homesteading and…
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How to Start a Kitchen Garden: A Practical UK Beginner’s Guide
Start a kitchen garden by choosing a few crops you eat regularly, matching them to your available sunlight, and planting one manageable bed or a…
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The Best Time to Build a Pond: A Seasonal Guide
A pond can be a beautiful addition to any garden or yard and can provide a place for fish, amphibians, and reptiles to thrive. The…
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Bees and Space: How Much Do They Need?
Honeybees are essential pollinators of crops and wild plants, but their populations have declined in recent years. One way to help reverse this trend is…
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Plant Pot Sizes: How to Choose the Right Container
Choose a plant pot by its usable capacity, depth and the mature plant’s needs, rather than diameter alone. Small pots suit propagation and temporary growing;…
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Do I Need Permission To Build A Pond?
If you've ever sat beside a gurgling river or stream and watched the wildlife coming and going, you will know how much life depends on…
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Plant Problems: Why Does My Lavender Plant Not Smell?
Lavender is a plant known for its relaxing scent, but sometimes your lavender plant may not smell as strong as you would like. There are…
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Natural Deodorants That Actually Work: 5 Options To Try
When you think of natural deodorants, you might envision a weak, watered-down version of the strong and aluminium-based antiperspirants you're used to. Still, there are…
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Pollinators: What Colours Attract Pollinators More?
Pollination is a process that every garden needs. It doesn't matter if you grow flowers, herbs, vegetables, fruit, or anything in between, you won't get…
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