by Tess Pennington | August 2020 | Featured, Garden, Gardening Guides, Uncategorized
Hopefully, by now, you have gotten some of your fresh vegetables and enjoyed some and started your new fall garden. However, it’s August, and the end of growing season approaches, so there are 10 things you should do in your garden before the month is over!...
by Tess Pennington | July 2020 | Featured, Gardening Guides
Seeds, as minuscule as they are, have the ability to provide us with continued sustenance. One of the greatest advantages of heirloom or open-pollinated seeds is at the end of the garden season the seeds can be collected, dried, and safely stored for future harvests....
by Tess Pennington | May 2020 | Garden, Gardening Guides, Soil and Composting, Sustainability
Food security has never been as important as it is now. With the concern of complications arising in the food supply chain, it is no wonder that people are turning to seeds as a lifeline for the future. For years, we have put up growing guides to help beginner...
by Tess Pennington | August 2019 | Featured, Garden, Gardening Guides, Health, Soil and Composting, Sustainability
If the plants in your garden are not getting enough water, then they are also not getting enough nutrients to grow. Underwatering your plant is one of the worst things that can happen to your garden, but there are a few simple ways to tell if this is the case and...
by Tess Pennington | May 2019 | Featured, Garden, Gardening Guides, Uncategorized
Bantam sweet corn has been one of the homesteaders’ favorites for over one hundred years! It’s quick to grow, with the ears of corn being ready to harvest and eat in around 82 days. Plus, this delicious treat is packed full of nutrients and children love...
by Tess Pennington | April 2019 | Garden, Gardening Guides
10 Small sugar pumpkins are a perfect addition to any autumn lovers garden! Perfectly sweet or savory, based on your personal preference, these cute little pumpkins offer a nutritious treat without the tricks! A great source of vitamin E, vitamin B6, folate, and...
by Tess Pennington | April 2019 | Featured, Gardening Guides
Squash has been a staple in the gardens of many for years. It’s easy to grow, and Butternut Winter Squash grows with a sweet and tender flavor, plus it’s easy to peel for quick effortless meals! Waltham Butternut Winter Squash can be mixed into a creamy...
by Tess Pennington | February 2019 | Featured, Gardening Guides, Sustainability, Uncategorized
Hulless oats are whole oats grown without the exterior hull, which means they require less processing after harvest and can be rolled or ground into flour. They also provide a quick and healthy breakfast. In our ongoing quest to become more self-sustaining, why...
by Tess Pennington | February 2019 | Garden, Gardening Guides, Uncategorized
Wheat is one of those staples that’s been getting a bad rap lately. With the current diet trends leaning toward eating carbohydrates, wheat and bread aren’t on the radar of many gardeners. But there are some benefits to growing it, especially if you select...
