How to make starter pots from newspaper

April 30, 2019

When it comes to bringing new life to your garden, print is certainly not dead. In fact, if you are…

How to cook venison

April 29, 2019

Photo by Gabor Degre Deer meat has gotten a bad reputation for being a tough, chewy, gamey meat that’s difficult…

A beginner’s guide to growing lavender seeds

April 29, 2019

Interested in growing lavender seeds? These tips will help you get started. Guest post by Krystal Slaughter of Three Wondrous…

Upcycling pallets: What Pinterest is not telling you and what you need to know

April 26, 2019

Pallets come in many shapes and sizes, depending on what they were built to transport. The standard size is 48-inches-by-40-inch­es.…

Is natural medicine right for you? Here are some things to consider

April 26, 2019

Photo by Gabor Degre Unlike conventional doctors who generally address and treat the specific symptoms of illnesses with pharmaceuticals or…

Why you should plant flowers in your vegetable garden

April 25, 2019

Pink zinnias growing beside tomato and squash plants. | Photo by Bob Schamerhorn Vegetable gardens are often arranged in orderly rows,…

Easy soil tests you can do at home

April 24, 2019

Photo by Gabor Degre Soil is the foundation of your garden. Knowing what makes up your soil -- and how…

How to transplant seedlings

April 24, 2019

Photo by Sam Schipani Whether you started your seeds indoors or purchase them from a nursery, it's nearing time to…

How to choose a naturopathic doctor

April 23, 2019

Dr. Amy Rothenberg, ND, knows full well she could see three times the patients a day that normally pass through…

A guide to baby animals

April 23, 2019

Chicks, foals, kittens, kids, piglets ... aren't baby animals just adorable? They're also a tremendous responsibility — especially for farmers.…