Looking for a Natural Remedy for Poison Ivy, Invasive Brambles, and Aggressive Vines?
Goats are an eco-friendly solution for several reasons 1. Goats’ Eating Habits Goats are different than sheep, cattle, and horses, which are “grazers”. Grazers eat grass and forbes, typically eating…
Easy Underappreciated Perennial Plants for a French Cottage Style Garden
Visiting gardens is one of my favorite things to do on vacation. French cottage style gardens are my absolute favorite! During our visit to France last summer, I spent many…
Before and After: Apothecary Herb Storage
Here are the details that I promised on how I transformed an old hutch into a lovely apothecary cupboard. With so many homegrown herbs and herbal concoctions on hand, my…
What’s New in the 2025 Homestead Garden Journal and Planner?
Every year I use my homestead garden journal and planner, and every year I find things that could be better. This year, for the 2025 version of the planner, there…
A Season of Giving: December Garden Checklist
December is filled with holiday parties and charitable giving. It’s a good thing the garden does not require much urgent attention this month! On the other hand, the more that…
With Gratitude for the Harvest: November Garden Checklist
Finally, all or almost all the crops are gathered in, safely stored in root cellar, freezer, and canning jars. Our last crops to be harvested are usually carrots, celery, cabbages,…