Spinach used to be one of my least favorite vegetables. It wasn’t until my husband finally talked me into trying some that I fell in love with its flavor. Now? I can’t get enough of it. It has become one of my favorite crops to grow in the garden because it’s pretty easy to grow….
11 Reasons to Grow Your Own Food
We live in a consumer-driven world. We aren’t encouraged to produce anything on our own, but specialize in a certain area and allow others to provide what we consume. So, is it worth while to grow your own food? About a decade ago I would’ve said no. I would’ve argued that it’s easier, cheaper, and…
Planning A Raised Bed Garden
I think having a garden is the first step to starting your homestead. So, When we moved to our current property a few years ago, we tilled up a spot and started a garden bed. And we’ve grown a traditional row garden for the few years we’ve been here with marginal success. But, now? I’m…
Low Sugar, Homemade Blackberry Jam
Blackberry jam is one of my absolute favorites. I had never even tasted blackberries, or their delicious jam, until I was probably a teenager sitting at a cracker barrel one day. And it was then that I became hooked to its deliciousness. Blackberries are a delicious summertime fruit. We have a few wild patches of…
7 Herbs You Can Grow Indoors for Flavor All Year Long
I love gardening. I’m not the best at it, but the sense of accomplishment I get when I get to harvest something I grew myself cannot be beat. Besides… it makes me feel good. I need dirt therapy, lots of it. And growing a few herbs indoors is one way to not only get some…
