Dreaming of a garden but short on outdoor space? Or perhaps you’re tired of battling unpredictable weather and pesky garden pests. Whatever the reason, growing your own vegetables indoors is a fantastic solution. It allows you to control the environment, enjoy fresh produce year-round, and bring a touch of green into your home. This guide …
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When the summer greens start to fade and there’s a chill in the air, plant parents know what’s coming. It’s time to figure out what to do with all those happy container plants that have been living their best life on your porch or patio. While some are tough enough to handle the cold, many …
Adding animals to your garden or homestead can transform your space, turning it from a simple plot of land into a living, breathing ecosystem. But the thought of daily chores, complex feeding schedules, and constant supervision can be overwhelming, especially when you’re already busy tending to your plants. What if you could enjoy the benefits …
Are you thinking of getting some chickens this spring? That’s a great idea and a lot of fun, but before you get your first baby chick, let’s look at what you need to know before you get chickens so that you can enjoy the journey and not be surprised. What you need to know before …
If you own chickens, you’ve probably noticed that everything likes to eat them. Predators see chickens as an easy meal and it is our job as their keepers to protect them from wild animals and neighboring dogs. Sometimes, even your own dogs may think that your chickens are a fun play toy. Learning how to …
As you plan your chicken flock, you, like many others, might want to get chickens that lay different colored eggs. We’re all used to the white and brown eggs you can buy at the grocery store. But did you know there there are some chickens that lay green, blue, gray, pink, olive, and other colored …
Modern convenience makes daily life easy, but it’s also led many of us to lose touch with skills that once formed the backbone of every household. When you cultivate homesteading abilities—many of them practiced by generations before us—you’re reclaiming independence, nourishing your family, and building resilience for whatever the future may bring. Below are 22 …
Chickens aren’t just breakfast producers—they’re brilliant, social, and oddly charming. If you’ve ever watched a hen orchestrate her flock or a rooster warn of hawks with military precision, you know there’s a lot going on under those feathers. This article rounds up 16 fun, evidence-backed facts that show why chickens are both lovable and smart—and …
When most people think of the word “bonsai”, they are thinking of indoor bonsai trees. However, there are many types of bonsai, both indoors and out. This low-maintenance plant is popular for many reasons. Bonsai is an ancient Japanese art form that involves the practice of growing miniature trees in containers. When we say, “indoor …
As you may or may not know, chickens can lay a variety of egg colors. From white to chocolate and everything in between. Today, we are going to discuss brown egg-laying chicken breeds. I’ve learned a lot from my own chickens, plus my neighbors, friends, colleagues, and reputable online sources. I LOVE the variety of …