10 gardening quotes that we love
Because of the intellectual stimulation and therapeutic benefits it provides, gardening has long attracted some of…
The time to prepare for chicks is before they arrive
Cute, fluffy and peeping up a storm, it’s never too early to prepare for chicks arriving in the spring.
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How to pick a fruit tree for your yard
Fruit trees — just a few or a whole orchard — can produce fruit for eating and making into jams, juices and more.…
How to plant garlic in the spring
Although garlic is usually planted in the fall, planting garlic in the spring will yield a harvest. But it’s a…
How to use natural Easter egg dye
Easter is a time to celebrate the bounty of spring. What better way than to use fresh fruits and vegetables to dye…
Merissa Alink teaches others frugal homesteading
We all come across tough times but for some, that’s the jumping off point for something better. That was the case…
Easy ways to practice plastic-free gardening
Plastic-free gardening is possible. These easy ideas and tips for using more sustainable materials will help you…
Are chickens right for you? This chicken rental service will help you find out
Interested in raising chickens but not sure if you're ready to commit? This chicken rental service will help you…
Katie Elzer-Peters teaches how to eat without waste
These tips for feeding wild birds may surprise you
Bird feeders, suet, seed. Here's what you need to know about feeding wild birds.
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A tufted titmouse snags a seed…
These reusable sandwich bags can help you reduce waste
Want to reduce your household waste? Trade plastic sandwich bags for these reusable sandwich bags and you can!
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