August is one of the most rewarding—and slightly chaotic—months in the vegetable garden. Things are growing fast, harvests are coming in daily, and at the same time you’re starting to think about fall. Here’s a simple guide to help you stay on top of everything. 1. Harvest (Almost Daily) August is peak harvest season for […]
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If you’ve been growing chives for more than a couple of years, you’ve probably noticed that what started as a tidy little clump has slowly turned into a dense, grassy mound. That’s chives doing exactly what chives do — they spread and multiply, year after year. The good news is that all that growth means
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Chives are one of those plants that every backyard gardener should have. They are incredibly easy to grow, come back year after year, and are genuinely useful in the kitchen. If you’ve been thinking about adding more perennial herbs to your garden, learning how to grow chive plants is one of the best places to
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If you grow chives in your garden, you already know that glorious moment in late spring when they burst into bloom, those beautiful purple pom-pom flowers covering the whole plant. Most people either cut them off or let them go to seed. But here’s the thing: those blossoms are actually one of the most useful
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Homemade limoncello is one of the easiest and most rewarding liqueurs you can make at home. Bright, sweet, and full of fresh lemon flavor, this classic Italian drink only requires a few simple ingredients and a little patience. We often make a bottle at the end of spring and share it with friends when we
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There is something deeply satisfying about a pantry lined with jars, a cellar full of hanging herbs, and a freezer stocked from your own land. Food preservation is one of the most essential and rewarding skills a homesteader can build. When you know how to preserve your harvest, nothing goes to waste, your food budget
Okay, let’s be honest for a second. Nutella is one of those things that a lot of us have a complicated relationship with. It tastes incredible, there’s no denying that. But have you looked at the ingredients lately? Sugar is the first ingredient. Before hazelnuts. Before cocoa. Before anything else that sounds remotely like food.
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Whether you’re tending a backyard vegetable patch or nurturing a lush lawn, weeds are the uninvited guests that never seem to leave. The good news? You don’t need harsh chemicals to reclaim your garden. Here’s your friendly, organic guide to identifying and managing the 15 most common weeds. We’ve been battling weeds for decades on
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Dinner rolls are a staple in my home and are always a hit. These are similar to the classic dinner rolls made with white flour that you get at many restaurants and are easy to make at home. Below I’ll share exactly how I make these rolls and a quick action recipe to get these
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If you’ve been following along here for a while, you know that one of the core ideas behind backyard farming and homesteading is this: the more you can make yourself, the better: for your health, for your wallet, and for your peace of mind. And if there’s one thing I wish I had started making
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