When you think of floating gardens, you likely picture the ancient Aztec city of Tenochtitlan. Rows upon rows of floating gardens also known as chinampas. People on canoes travel through the canals while they tend to their crops and animals.  This innovative farming technique sustained a thriving civilization in an area that would have otherwise been uninhabitable. While the majority of the city of Tenochtitlan was destroyed by Spanish conquistadors, this farming practice is still being used today in Xochimilco, Mexico. The use of these floating gardens declined in modern times with the ..read more

A Guide to Establishing the Best Modern Homestead for Self-Reliance The Growing Dome’s seven features make it the ultimate preparedness tool, combating challenges and aiding the survival of your garden. It uses active and passive solar technology to create a stable and energy-efficient year-round growing environment no matter where you live. It is a robust and reliable structure that will withstand the test of elements and time. Allowing you to take control and relax, knowing your food supply is safe from wind, snow, hail, animals, and hungry critters. Building The Best Modern Homestead Green ..read more

Serves 6 / Calories Per Serving: 170 / Gluten-Free, Dairy Free, Vegan Is it ice cream or an avocado? Looking for a light, healthier alternative to decadent ice cream without sacrificing the creamy richness we all love? Look no further. This dairy-free avocado ice cream is sure to satisfy your craving. The creaminess of the avocado adds that rich mouth feel, while the coconut milk provides a smooth texture compared to other dairy-free milk alternatives.  Vanilla Avocado Ice Cream Ingredients Instructions Additional Avocado Ice Cream Flavors FAQs Q: Can I substitute sweetened condense ..read more

Growing Spaces is excited to be participating in the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur D’alene, ID June 28 & 29th, 2024. Come find us in the “Midway” to learn more about the wonderful world of Growing Domes, and how you can create a more sustainable lifestyle by growing your own food all year long with little or no fossil fuels! We’ll be offering exclusive discounts to conference attendees. Plus, if you sign up for our newsletter in advance using the form below, we’ll have a special gift waiting for you. It’s our way of saying thank you for joining us on this journey toward modern h ..read more

Gardening books are a great resource for beginners and an amazing way to expand your knowledge even if you are a seasoned pro. There is always something new to learn and the great thing about a book is that you can go at your own pace. You can look up specific details and research plant types and growing methods that will help you best accomplish your goals! We have put together a list of some of our favorite gardening books just for you. Gardening Books For Kids – Big and Small: Roots, Shoots, Buckets, and Boots by Sharon Lovejoy A beautifully illustrated gardening book with bunches of garde ..read more

Serves: 8-10 Prep Time: 25 hours Cook Time: 15 minutes Our Growing Domes are still full of cold hardy crops like lettuce and herbs. Our cute baby Meyer lemon tree has fruit ripe for the picking. And since temperatures are warming up, our borage is in full bloom! We wanted to make the most out of these fresh and vibrant flavors, so we are coming to you this month with a vegetarian Mediterranean treat, borage tzatziki and gluten-free falafel! This is also a great dish to add to your meal rotation during Lent. Air Fryer Gluten-Free Falafel Like many good things, this recipe does require a ..read more

Chaffee County Home & Garden Show When: Saturday April 6 & Sunday April 7, 2024 Where: 10165 Co Rd 120, Poncha Springs, Colorado Booth Number: N-32 (North Building) We’re thrilled to announce our participation at the Chaffee Home & Garden Show. This event promises to be an exciting showcase of over 60 companies, offering the latest in home and garden innovations, from sustainable gardening solutions to state-of-the-art home products. Don’t miss the chance to visit us at Booth N-32 in the North Building, where we’ll be joined by Growing Dome owner Jeanine Leslie. We’ll be offering a ..read more

At first thought chickens in a greenhouse sound like a not-so-bad idea. They eat bugs, scratch the soil, and help weed the garden. Sounds like a great combination! But wait, will they eat my worms? Do they know the difference between a weed and a purposefully planted vegetable? Could some of my garden goodies be potentially poisonous to my flock? We had questions, so we did the research to bring you the answers! Let’s start with the facts. 8 Chicken Facts Chickens are the closest living relatives to the Tyrannosaurus-Rex. Chickens were domesticated 8,000 years ago in the jungles of Southeast ..read more

When Your Growing Dome Gives You Meyer Lemons, Make Lemonade! Jump to: Growing Lemons, Best Location for Lemon Trees in a Dome, Planting Your Lemon Tree, Companion Plants, Lemon Tree Care, Managing Pests, Harvesting, Pruning, History and Trivia, Health Benefits of Lemons Genus: Citrus x limon ‘Meyer’       Common Name:  Meyer’s Lemon       Type: Tree, shrub             Height: 6-10 feet tall Width:  4-8 feet wide       Zone: 8b-11b Growing your own lemons in a Growing Dome Greenhouse offers the satisfaction o ..read more

Jump to: Lemon Olive Oil Cake Ingredients, Baking Instructions Lemons are among the most popular fruit-bearing plants to cultivate in a Growing Dome greenhouse. Because they are available year-round at the grocery store many people associate lemons with fresh lemonade on a hot summer day. However, it may surprise you to learn that lemons are, in fact, considered a winter fruit. Their peak season, when they are most abundant and of the highest quality, typically extends from December to April. So, let’s shift our focus from the classic lemonade to a delightful dessert that celebrates the versa ..read more