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Learn how to become self-sufficient by gardening vegetables, fruits, herbs and raising animals for food, saving money, and making your own stuff. We cover Homestead, Gardening, Animals, DIY, Food, and Frugal Living.
Morning Chores
1d ago
People who grow zucchini will undoubtedly have to contend with zucchini mosaic virus (ZMV) at some point. This insect-borne potyvirus affects all members of the squash and melon (Cucurbitaceae) family and can annihilate an entire crop in a terribly short amount of time. Here’s how to identify zucchini mosaic virus and what to do if ..read more
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4d ago
The carob plant is a flowering tree commonly found in the Mediterranean and Middle East. But if you live in USDA Growing Zones 9 and 10, you can bring this marvel to your space. When mature, carob plants produce edible pods that can be used as a chocolate substitute. The pods are perfect for baking ..read more
Morning Chores
4d ago
If you’re new to bushcraft, you may feel a bit lost as to which pieces of kit to invest in. We’ve taken the guesswork out of this process and have amassed a list of 20 of the best (and most essential) bushcraft tools and gear pieces for you to stock up on. You may not ..read more
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6d ago
Are your beans suffering from some strange affliction that you can’t identify? Or are you planning to cultivate legumes this season and would like to prepare for the worst in advance? Then you need to know about bean diseases. As with all diseases, diligent observation and quick action can determine whether you get a good ..read more
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6d ago
With a flavor of a delicious cross between parsnips, celeriac, and parsley, parsley root offers an unconventional option for the home grower, homesteader, and cook. Well-known across Europe, where it has been grown and used since the Middle Ages, colonists introduced it to the US in the 17th century. Parsley root develops thin, creamy white ..read more
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1w ago
Broccoli is one of my favorite vegetables. I love cooking with it, growing it, and eating it. When I was a child, I loved devouring it because I felt like a brontosaurus munching trees. To be honest, I still kind of feel like a dinosaur eating the tiny broccoli trees. Growing broccoli is usually pretty ..read more
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1w ago
Chickens are intelligent, sensitive creatures who can suffer from boredom and depression just like any other. If you’re raising a flock of your own, it’s important to offer them “boredom buster” options to keep them engaged and entertained. In this article, we’ll suggest ten toys, accessories, and other options to help keep your beautiful birds ..read more
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1w ago
Every vegetable that we grow has its potential issues. When it comes to root vegetables, carrot splitting, cracking, or deformation is a common issue. You care for your carrot harvest for weeks and months, and the time has come to harvest those sweet treats. But once you pull them, you notice the roots are split ..read more
Morning Chores
2w ago
Some flowers are just so different from everything you have grown previously that they are worth just planting for the fun of it. Strawflower is one such plant. The papery leaves, longevity, and colors make strawflowers a special treat in the garden. See if you can resist touching the blooms and listening to the dry ..read more
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2w ago
Shagbark hickory is an iconic tree species that holds great cultural, ecological, and historical significance. The name depicts its distinctive shaggy bark, which peels away from the trunk in long vertical strips. It is a supportive tree for wildlife, offering protection and camouflage for insects and lichen, and food for birds and other herbivores. This ..read more