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.
Basil Plant Flowering? Here’s What to Do About It
Have you noticed your basil plant flowering? Don’t panic! This is a normal part of the basil plant’s life cycle, but it can mean that your harvest is coming to a close if you don’t act fast. In this article, we’ll review the reasons why your basil plant may be flowering and the best course
When to Harvest Garlic Scapes (& How to Do It!)
Are you wondering when to harvest garlic scapes and the best way to do it? You’re not alone! There’s an art to picking them at the right time so that they are tender and delicious for eating without negatively impacting garlic bulb development. Hold onto your gardening gloves because this is a fun topic! We’ll
5 BEST Pumpkin Companion Plants (and 3 to AVOID!)
Are you wondering what the best (and worst) pumpkin 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. We’re going to explore the 5 BEST companion plants that pair beautifully with pumpkins, providing numerous
Do Deer Eat Tomatoes? 6 Tips to Keep Them Away!
If you’ve ever pondered, “do deer eat tomatoes?” you’re not alone. There’s nothing worse than tending to your precious plants for months, to have them demolished by a hungry deer just before harvest. Argh! In this blog post, we will delve into the fascinating world of deer feeding behavior and explore whether tomatoes are on
5 Best Eggplant Companion Plants (and 3 to AVOID!)
Are you wondering what the best eggplant companion plants are? Then you’re in the right place! Using companion planting is an excellent way to maximize the productivity and health of your eggplant seedlings. However, not all plants are friends with each other, so it’s important to know who gets along well and who does not.
5 BEST Asparagus Companion Plants (and 3 to Avoid!)
Utilizing asparagus companion plants is an excellent way to maximize the productivity and health of your asparagus patch. Yep, plants have friends and foes, too! Certain plants can be beneficial friends for asparagus, but then others can actually cause harm and should be avoided at all costs! In this article, we’re going to tackle the