If you are anything like my family and have a large garden (or even a small garden for that matter) it requires a lot of water to upkeep. This in turn, creates high water bills and nobody wants that, right? I understand the importance of efficient and sustainable…
Category: Gardening
Gardening is a crucial aspect of sustainable homesteading and off-grid living, providing fresh, organic produce and promoting self-sufficiency. Our Gardening category is dedicated to helping you cultivate a thriving, eco-friendly garden that supports your homesteading goals.
I am a huge advocate for sustainable living and therefore must recommend my guide on “The Importance of Sustainable Gardening” as a starting point for you if you are just starting out gardening. In this post you will learn valuable information on how to choose native plants for you garden, composting, how to save water and money, organic pest control solutions, and even seed saving.
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The Importance of Sustainable Gardening
Hey there friends! Are you ready to take on your sustainable gardening adventure? If so, grab your gloves, and let’s dive into the magical world of eco-friendly gardening that not only brings you closer to Mother Nature but also helps you save the world, one plant at a…
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Exploring the Principles of Permaculture
Permaculture is a term created by Australians Bill Mollison and David Holmgren and is short for “permanent agriculture”. Permaculture is a holistic approach that allows us to create natural “mini ecosystems” right in our backyards. Permaculture is all about designing systems that work in synergy with nature rather…
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Things to Consider when Planting your Spring Garden
Spring time is right around the corner which means it is time to start planning our spring gardens. If this is your first trying your hand at gardening, here are a few beginners tips to get you started and assure your success. Need help deciding what to plant? Check…
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The Top 10 Seed Catalogs
If you are passionate about gardening, then spring is probably your favorite time of year. Everything is just starting to bloom, the bees are buzzing with excitement, and it is time to start planting some of your seeds. It really just has sort of a magical vibe about…
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Composting: A Complete Beginners Guide
Ready to take the next step in living a sustainable lifestyle? Then let’s get all of those smelly food scraps out of your trashcan and put them to good use. The first thing you are going to want to do is choose a bucket or bowl to collect your food…
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7 Spring Crops to start Growing Early
If you are anything like me, you look forward to starting your garden all winter long. There are 7 crops to start growing in early spring if you want a successful spring garden and I can’t wait to share them with you. When I first started planting…