When the winter chill blankets the landscape with snow, backyard chicken keepers might worry that their feathered friends are feeling cooped up. Snow days can be exciting for humans, especially children, but chickens will stop their normal foraging activities, affecting their mood and health. Ensuring chickens remain active and engaged during these frosty days is …
Getting children interested in gardening can be very fulfilling. These easy gardening activities for kids can help children can learn about the environment and the importance of caring for living things. It will also keep them fit by having lots of fresh air and doing physical activity which is fun at the same time. What your …
Do you ever wonder if you could use less water in the garden, yet still enjoy a bounty of veggies and plenty of colors? I do! Not only because it’s good for the environment, but it’s also great for my pocketbook, and saves me time and energy. I already save as much water as possible …
Is asparagus a vegetable, a fruit, or an herb? Have you wondered too? Often seen as a sign that spring has come, asparagus is a delicious addition to many springtime dishes, including salads and veggie-filled frittatas. Asparagus is a nutrient-dense perennial vegetable that grows in temperate climates around the world. The plant typically produces two …
Carrots, parsnips, radishes, horseradishes, beets, and many more delicious root vegetables can easily be grown in your backyard. Most root crops don’t need a lot of attention. Let’s look at the details of how to grow root crops successfully. What Are Root Crops? Roots: The Complete Guide to the Underground Superfood (Superfoods for Life) Root …
If you heat your home with firewood or use a fireplace, you need to learn how to build a firewood shed to keep your wood dry. Where Should You Build Your Firewood Shed? While you might want to have a storage shed by your garden to keep your gardening tools organized an handy, the firewood …
The Christmas cactus is a wonderful, hardy succulent with beautifully colored (red, pink, white, and even yellow), tubular blooms. They are very easy plants to care for as they can tolerate poor care and irregular watering. However, if your plant is taking over your kitchen window, it’s time to prune! In this post, you’ll learn …
As you learn how to grow chives, you will realize they are simple and beneficial to have around. Whether you already have an existing herb garden and you want to add to it, or if you’re just starting fresh by planting chives, you’re going to love this easy-to-grow herb. Chives are a hardy perennial, so they’re a …
If you never grew vegetables before, starting a veggie garden might be a daunting task. But don’t worry: today we’ll look at how to start a vegetable garden for beginners, and by the end you finish reading this, you’ll know what you should grow in your first vegetable garden. This may seem like an obvious …
African violets are one of the most misunderstood plans around because their care is atypical. Even commercial growers often don’t treat them properly. They aren’t difficult to grow, once you know the correct procedures. Rescue some from your local plant store today and treat them right! How to Grow African Violets Use the right potting …