We had a late frost warning in mid-June, which is well past our average spring frost date. We planted all of our frost-sensitive plants in the garden weeks ago.
Category: Home Production
Non-Electric Dehydrator – How to Build an Infrared Solar Dryer
Preserving garden bounty is an important part of self-reliance. One efficient way to preserve the harvest is by dehydrating food. Electric dehydrators are a great way to go. However,
Step-by-Step Inexpensive Patio Greenhouse or Super Simple Cold Frame
Many of us are considering new ways to increase yields from our gardens this year. Potential supply interruptions and increased costs at the checkout are compelling us to think
I have wanted to purchase grow lights and start my seedlings indoors for many years. However, commercial grow lights were cost prohibitive. After a bit of research, we have
Comfrey is one of the most valuable plants on our homestead. If you aren’t familiar with this incredible plant it is time that I introduce you. What is comfrey?
As we all know, the pandemic has been a big interruption to usual routine. Many people, for good reason, have re-focused on the importance of access to food during
