Gardens aren’t just for summer. In fact, a fall garden is a great way to boost your winter food supply. A fall garden gives you one last chance to grow your favorite produce and plants, so you can be sure that when the first snowflake hits you are ready. Look below at some helpful tips for your fall homestead garden, so you can be sure your garden is one that is successful and ...
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Adding Chickens to the Homestead
Thought about adding chickens to the homestead, but haven't quite convinced yourself you need them? This post will help you see why homestead chickens are a good idea. Who knows your new best friend might end up being a chicken. Related- Which Chickens are the best Egg Layers Adding chickens to the homestead Eggs, eggs, eggs. Odds are this is the reason you are thinking about chickens. ...
10 Great DIY Greenhouses
If you have a green thumb, are trying to develop one, getting into homesteading, just want to start growing your own vegetables or flowers there is a DIY greenhouse to meet your needs here. From small upcycled models to larger ones that will help sustain a family. DIY Greenhouse 1. This greenhouse from Liz Marie Blog made from rustic old windows is not only functional but it’s ...
Tips for Planning Your Homestead Garden
Planning a homestead garden is different from a traditional garden because with a homestead garden, you have one goal in mind: self sufficiency. Related- How Create a Pallet Garden Sure you garden for enjoyment and for fresh air and exercise too, but a homestead garden provides more by providing the food you need to make it through the rest of the year. So how can you plan the best ...
Getting the Homestead Ready for Winter
As the leaves begin to change colors and the crisp, cool air of Fall seep in, we are reminded that winter is only a few months away. Not getting your homestead ready for winter is the first step to disaster. Related- Prepping your pet for Winter Getting the Homestead Ready for Winter This means it’s time to start getting the homestead ready! Prepping for winter is crucial for ...
Homesteading Skills to Master This Fall
Looking for a few homesteading skills to master this fall? After the rush of Summer, the slow down in fall allows a little time to learn a new skill. Related- Tips for Planning a Homestead Garden With winter quickly approaching, it is time to prepare yourself for the rough elements that lie ahead. Extreme weather can take a toll on your home in more ways than one. It can prevent you from ...
Getting Started With Livestock on the Homestead
Have probably already started or are researching how to start a homestead?This post will cover the basics of getting started with livestock. Related- How to start Homesteading One very important aspect of homesteading is raising animals. Raising animals provides you with meat and other products that help make you more self-sufficient. For that reason it is worth at least looking into. ...