Living off the land and being self-sufficient is a captivating idea for many people seeking a slower pace and a more self-sufficient life. Those committed to taking the leap into this lifestyle are working toward starting a small homestead from scratch. In addition to a desire to live in an area with open country with […]
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Growing a garden is a great way to add fresh food to your diet. But do you think of edible flowers when you plant your garden? All too often, gardens can be limited to veggies like cucumbers, peppers, or tomatoes. We may also plant fruits like strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries. If these fruits and veggies
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Dandelions are a first food for tired, winter weary bees. The bright yellow flowers have so much to offer us from blossom to root. The roots can be carefully harvested, rinsed, dried, and made into a wonderful dandelion tea. Dandelion is also known by its Latin name, Taraxacum officinale. Dandelions are diuretic, laxative, nutritive, and dandelion tea can act as
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Have you ever grown artichokes before? If not, you’re in for a treat! Artichokes are delicious, nutritious vegetables that are relatively easy to grow. And they’re some of my favorite vegetables! What Are Artichokes? Sunchokes, AKA Jerusalem artichokes (Helianthus tuberosus), are a wonderful addition to any homestead garden. Sunchokes are a tuber, which means they grow from
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Dandelions abound in the Spring. They are a first food for bees, and the pretty yellow blossoms create a gorgeous blanket of color among the newly green grass. Their Latin name is Taraxacum officinale, and they are very beneficial for a variety of healthful functions. Dandelions are diuretic, laxative, nutritive, alkalinizer, cooling, and even aid
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Bees are in danger of becoming extinct. There are colonies of bees disappearing all over the world. Whether it’s from pesticides, weather changes, or the “unknown”, this is a serious problem. Bees are responsible for helping to pollinate 2/3 of the fruit and vegetables we eat. Every zucchini, pumpkin or tomato you eat is because of
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It’s never too early to plan your spring garden! It’s time to resume (or start) planting, growing, and nurturing your vegetable garden as it starts to come to life. The dream of gardening begins when the weather is still cold or snow is still on the ground. Seed catalogs are arriving in the mail, and
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Shaving happens…on the legs, pits, face. It is a part of life for a lot of us, but it’s not always our favorite activity. Those memes that depict hairy rabbit legs revealed, proclaiming how glad we are that it’s winter and we don’t need to shave? Yeah, that’s how I like to roll. My daughter
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Every year millions of pounds of pesticides are used on lawns and around homes. No one needs to dump that many chemicals on their lawn, really. These harmful chemicals can be carried into the home via shoes or pets. However, controlling those pests naturally is easier than you may think. Natural pest control options are
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A long day on the homestead of gardening and caring for the animals requires refreshment. While water is satisfying, and necessary, there are times that you want another option. It’s easy during those times to reach for a soda, or other sugary drink to quench our thirst. When my kids were little, I used to make
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