Grow Your Own Food

Starting a garden is one of the best places to begin if you are new to homesteading and self-sufficiency. It's low risk (no live animals to worry about) and fairly inexpensive to get started. If you're an experienced gardener, I've got you covered, too! You'll gain access to my best tips and tricks for a bountiful harvest.
Green onions and kale growing in a shady raised bed
Grow Your Own Food

15 Vegetables (and Herbs) That Grow in Shade

Just because you have a shady yard doesn’t mean that you can’t grow your own food! There are actually quite a few vegetables and herbs that not only survive but THRIVE in a shady location. There’s hope for you! I get it, when I started gardening, I thought I could only place my garden in

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Grow Your Own Food

Using Mulch in the Garden: A Comprehensive Guide

I’ll be honest, I haven’t always been a fan of mulch. I went a full 13 years – yes, you read that right – without ever using mulch in my vegetable gardens. I didn’t want to go through the hassle of locating it. I didn’t want to pay for it. I liked the look of

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Grow Your Own Food

Top 10 Perennials for a Low-Maintenance Vegetable Garden

If the thought of starting fresh with a bare garden bed every spring is overwhelming, consider growing a low-maintenance perennial garden instead! There are many different vegetables and herbs that will come back on their own, year after year, making them a simple option for the busy gardener. However, not all perennial vegetables and herbs

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Grow Your Own Food

Best (and Worst) Companion Plants for Thyme

Are you wondering what the best (and worst) thyme companion plants are? Then you’re in the right place! Using companion planting is an excellent way to save space in the garden all while maximizing the health of your plants. Thyme is generally a HUGE help to most plants due to its pest-repelling properties! Together, we

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Multiple trays of seedlings set out on the deck outdoors
Grow Your Own Food

How Often to Water Seedlings

So, you’ve started your little seeds and are patiently (or impatiently, if you’re like me!) waiting for them to sprout. You’re likely struggling with the classic question, “How often should I water my seedlings?” Watering seedlings properly is one of the most challenging things to get right as a gardener. I still doubt myself from

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Grow Your Own Food

Determinate vs Indeterminate Tomatoes

Understanding the difference between determinate and indeterminate tomatoes can bring your gardening game up to a whole new level. While they may seem similar from a distance, they are actually quite different! Determinate and indeterminate tomatoes differ in how they need to be supported for proper growth, their pruning needs, and even how they produce

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