Ah, the joys of gardening! There’s nothing quite like getting your hands dirty and watching your plants grow from tiny seeds to flourishing, vibrant greenery. When I first started my own garden, I was amazed by the simple yet profound satisfaction that comes from nurturing a small patch of earth. Let’s face it, though, even…
Raising chickens on a homestead can be a rewarding experience for many reasons. They provide fresh eggs and meat, pest control, and help with garden fertilisation. As a budding smallholder and homesteader myself, I can attest to the joy that comes with watching these feathered friends roam freely around. I was lucky enough to be…
I’ve always been interested in the idea of composting because I care a lot about being environmentally friendly, and I like to garden. I can remember the sense of achievement after observing my first compost pile transform from food scraps and yard waste into nutrient-dense, black soil. I thought I was doing my part to…
Winter can be a difficult season for gardeners, especially those who have delicate plants like strawberries. Proper strawberry plant preparation can make the difference between a successful harvest and a tragic loss. This article aims to provide gardeners with a detailed approach on preparing their strawberry plants for winter. Winter can provide a lot of…
A raised garden bed is a perfect way to grow your vegetables, herbs, and flowers, but before planting, you need to fill your raised bed with the right type of soil. This blog post will teach you everything you need to know about how to fill raised beds, including why you should use raised beds,…
A shade garden is a garden that is designed to accommodate plants that grow well in low-light conditions. This type of garden is often found in areas that receive little direct sunlight, such as under the canopy of trees or on the north side of a building. Several reasons someone might choose to grow shade-loving…
A kitchen garden is a great way to get fresh, healthy produce right at your fingertips. Not only does it save you money, but it also allows you to control the quality of your food. Plus, it’s a fun and rewarding hobby! Investing in a kitchen garden is also a way to support the local…
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 best time of year to build a pond depends on the climate in your area. If you live in an area with a warm climate, you can build a pond…
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 by becoming a beekeeper yourself. Before you invest in a hive and some bees though, you need to remember that bees need space! Surprisingly, bees actually require very little space,…
When it comes to plastic garden pots, does size really matter? That’s a question that many gardeners have. While there are benefits to both large and small pots, it really depends on the type of plant you’re growing. Gardeners often use plastic garden pots because they are relatively inexpensive and lightweight. However, there are some…
