Gardening The 10 Best Fruit Trees for Clay Soil: Planting Guide Jenny Graham, July 3, 2025July 3, 2025 If you’re dealing with heavy clay soil, you may think growing fruit trees is a lost cause. While clay soil can be challenging because of its poor drainage, with the right plan and fruit trees, you can cultivate a thriving orchard that will provide food for years to come. So,… Continue Reading
Gardening Garden Guide: 20 Best Vegetables for Beginners to Grow Donna Larson, June 29, 2025June 29, 2025 Check out this list of the best vegetables for beginners to grow. This gives the new gardener a place to start with tips about growing seasons, seeds, and more. Continue Reading
Chickens Tips for Your First Flock: Raising Chickens on the Homestead Jenny Graham, June 23, 2025June 23, 2025 Raising chickens for beginners can be one of the most rewarding experiences on the homestead. Not only do backyard chickens provide a steady supply of fresh eggs, but they also bring personality, pest control, and a deeper connection to your food. Whether you live on a rural farm or have a… Continue Reading
Gardening How to Start a Homestead Garden: A Step-by-Step Guide Jenny Graham, June 20, 2025June 20, 2025 Starting a homestead garden is a great way to take charge of your food supply, become more self-reliant, and enjoy the satisfaction of growing your own food. Whether you’re working with limited space in a suburban yard or so much space that your options are endless, you can start a homestead garden. This guide will walk you through the most important things to get your garden growing. Continue Reading
Chickens How Much Do Chickens Weigh? Weight Chart by Breed Donna Larson, June 18, 2025June 18, 2025 Are you wondering how much do chickens weigh while researching keeping your own flock? Let’s break it all down now. Continue Reading
Homesteading Can Goats Have Corn Husks? (Feed Questions Answered) Donna Larson, April 18, 2025April 18, 2025 If you’re a goat owner looking to mix things up in your herd’s diet or cut down on waste during corn season, you might be wondering: Can goats have corn husks? Continue Reading
Gardening What are Good Companion Plants for Tomatoes? Best Vs Worst Jenny Graham, April 10, 2025April 10, 2025 As any experienced gardener knows, a bountiful tomato crop requires more than just planting seeds and waiting for the fruits to grow. Tomato plants are heavy feeders that need lots of nutrients, proper care, and protection from pests to thrive. So, many gardeners wonder, what are good companion plants for… Continue Reading
Chickens What Chickens Lay Black Eggs? (Breeds and Egg Color) Donna Larson, April 3, 2025April 3, 2025 Can you have an egg basket filled with beautiful colors, including black eggs? What chickens lay black eggs, and where can you get them? Continue Reading